Jacob "Red" has spent his life in the shadows-abandoned, abused, and chained to a gang that sees him as nothing more than a tool for their dirty work. Branded a criminal and accused of crimes he didn't commit, escape feels impossible. His world is one of violence and survival, ruled by a ruthless leader who holds him captive in every way.
Detective Andrew Sinclair is relentless in his pursuit of justice, but when a routine interview with Red turns into something unexpected, he's forced to question everything he believes about the young man. Red isn't just another suspect-he's broken, haunted, and desperate for a way out. Against all logic, Andrew finds himself drawn to him, captivated by the fragile hope buried beneath the pain.
But their connection is dangerous, and their worlds couldn't be further apart. With gang ties tightening around Red's neck and Andrew's career on the line, they must decide: is love worth the risk when the cost could be everything?
Torn between loyalty and freedom, fear and trust, Redemption's Edge is a gripping tale of resilience, forbidden love, and the fight for a second chance.
As Claire aims to leave her oppressive stepfamily behind, she befriends Zion. Will he be her ticket to freedom or a distraction in achieving her dreams?
*****
Claire Olsen has had a crush on Zion Petrakis since the first time she laid eyes on him, but he never noticed, instead only having eyes on the school's it girl, Maddie Jennings. Knowing she couldn't compete with Maddie, Claire hid her feelings for Zion, satisfied with admiring him from afar. However, when a series of events led Claire closer to Zion, her feelings for him grew from infatuation to love. And despite fighting hard to keep her feelings contained by distancing herself from Zion, he was determined to show her that he's earned a spot in her life.
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