In a world of gang rivalries and tragic pasts, Nathaniel, a mafia leader, crosses paths with Alannah, a blind woman whose family has ties to his own dark history. As their lives intertwine, trust is shattered and rebuilt amidst danger and betrayal. Nathaniel must confront his own demons and protect the woman he loves, even as their pasts threaten to consume them. Together, they navigate a treacherous journey of love, forgiveness, and redemption, ultimately finding solace in each other's arms.
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In the gritty underworld of crime, Nathaniel whispered, "They say revenge is a never-ending cycle."
Alannah, her voice filled with vulnerability, replied, "But what if we break free from it? What if love can heal our shattered souls?"
As their worlds collided, Nathaniel cautioned, "You don't know the darkness that follows me, Alannah. I'm a danger to everyone I care about."
With determination in her voice, Alannah declared, "Then let me be the light that guides you back to redemption, Nate. Together, we can rewrite our destinies."
In the face of treachery and deceit, Nathaniel growled, "I won't let them take you away from me, Alannah. I'll protect you, no matter the cost."
United against their haunting pasts, they vowed to find solace. In a whisper, Nate confessed, "With you, I see a future beyond the shadows."
And with a smile, Alannah whispered back, "Then let's face the darkness together, for love is our beacon of hope."
Book one in 𝐶𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑤𝑜𝑜𝑑 𝐸𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑒 𝐴𝑐𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑚𝑦 series.
𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧 has been shaped by sorrow, growing up in a home scarred by her parents' addiction. Despite it all, she became the light in the dark. After their death, she was sent to live with her wealthy grandparents. Now, ready for a fresh start at college with her best friend, she never expected to meet Hunter-or the fire he would ignite within her.
𝐇𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐊𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐞 has been shaped by pain, growing up with an abusive, alcoholic father and a stripper for a mother. Fighting was survival, and when his brother tried to protect him by sending him away, he was left to face the world alone. Numb for years, he's forgotten how to feel-until Maddy.
What happens when opposites attract? Will they heal or destroy each other completely, leaving only ruins behind?
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𝐒𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤:
"I'm not doing anything!" Hunter's rough voice slices through the air. He's right next to me and I can feel his heat. His smell.
𝐌𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐤𝐢𝐬𝐬.
"Well, do nothing over 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞. Away from me!" I point to a random car, further away from where we're standing.
"And why would I do that?" He lifts a brow, amused.
"Because I can't stand to be in your presence. You make me sick."
He looks taken aback by that, but then his face darkens as he drawls. "You didn't seem to be sick when I had my tongue down your throat last night. In fact, I recall you moaning for more."