A young girl named Danyelle Faust is accepted into a mysterious, but prestigious school where a tournament of Martial Arts is held. The winner will be named the best fighter in the world. Unbeknowst to her, a deeper plot is being uncovered.

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When Rebecca returns to a motel to meet a drug dealer and hand over his share of a cocaine deal, she discovers a murder victim in the King's Rest Hotel. Raul, a member of the Mexican drug cartel, is not there, so she decides to keep the money, knowing that the murderer is a former felon from San Quintin, Mexico. Seeking help, she turns to a local Tai Chi Chuan instructor, who teaches her the movements known as the "cranes of the animal frolics." As she learns, her body becomes stronger and more attractive-an extreme transformation. With her new skills and makeover, she travels to Cambodia to escape the impending threat of the murder and the botched cocaine deal she witnessed. Upon returning to the United States, she finds herself entangled in a world of espionage, uncovering some of the darkest secrets of corruption in the world.

In the ruthless world of Mexico's cartel underworld, the Ruthless Hearts series unravels tales of forbidden love, deadly obsession, and shattered loyalties. Whether it's a feared cartel Don, his charming player brother, or a deadly enforcer, each man finds himself drawn to women who challenge their darkness and ignite their souls. With seduction, betrayal, and danger around every corner, these stories prove love can bloom in the most unexpected places-even amidst sins. *** Season 1 of Ruthless Hearts WARNING: This story contains mentions and/or depictions of domestic violence and abuse, and depictions of violence and death that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised. *** Weekly updates on Wednesdays. Wait & read for free, or unlock with coins-the choice is yours!