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SHADOWS

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Reads 41
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Parts 4
Time 1h 44m

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Shadows is fictional book based loosely on common life events like assassinations, tribalism, genocide and organized crime. It's about a young girl, Rhea and her pursuit for justice for her parents death. The book details her journey before and after her parents, ambassador Justine Connell and his wife Margery Connell, were assassinated and she was left in the hands of a trusted friend and bodyguard to the political family, Bod. 
Shadows thrills and appeals to the deepest parts of our souls as it tackles different characters and their involvement in bringing justice to the less fortunate in the society. The characters in the book find hope and a purpose in their bitter experiences, which in turn fuels the shadow initiative in its pursuit for closure and prevention of similar misfortunes.All Rights Reserved

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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐕𝐨𝐰𝐬 by reen_tales

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Shadows of the Past by ArticulateAdventures

"Shadows of the Past" is a psychological thriller that follows the story of a young woman named Rachel, who inherits a large mansion from her late aunt. As she begins to settle into her new home, strange things start to happen. Rachel starts having nightmares and strange visions, and she can't shake off the feeling that someone is watching her. As Rachel delves deeper into the history of the mansion, she discovers that her family has a dark past, full of secrets and betrayal. She realizes that the mansion is haunted by the ghosts of her ancestors, who are seeking revenge for past wrongs. As Rachel tries to uncover the truth about her family's past, she begins to question her own sanity. Is she really seeing ghosts, or is it all in her head? And can she escape the shadows of the past, or will they consume her? The story is full of twists and turns, and explores themes of family, betrayal, and the power of the past to haunt us.

𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐬🖤™ by SIA_THATGURL

** Bound by Shadows** In the heart of Italy's opulent underworld, the name Romano is synonymous with power and fear. Kylie Romano, the youngest and only daughter of the powerful Romano family, has always lived in the shadow of her father's empire. After the death of her mother when she was just a child, Kylie's world was defined by her family's expectations and the dark, controlling nature of her protective older brothers. At nineteen, Kylie is the epitome of softness amidst the harsh reality of her family's world. She longs for freedom and a life beyond the gilded cage that has held her captive. With her father's decision to marry her off to Aldo Alberto Russo-a ruthless mafia heir with a reputation for cruelty-Kylie's sense of entrapment becomes unbearable. Aldo, at thirty-one, is known for his heartless demeanor and his family's legacy of ruthlessness, traits that he shares with his five younger brothers and his formidable father. Determined to escape the life that has been forced upon her, Kylie makes a desperate bid for freedom. But her brother Dante, the eldest of her five protective siblings, stands in her way, torn between his duty to the family and his love for his sister. As Kylie ventures into the unknown, she finds herself navigating a dangerous world where her family's enemies and her own fears threaten to consume her. In a journey fraught with danger and heartbreak, Kylie must confront the shadows of her past, the dark promises of her future, and the undeniable pull of her own desires. As she battles for her freedom, she will discover that escaping the chains of her past might be the only way to forge a future worth living.

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Twisted Secrets by Nebulaxxx_1401

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