In the gritty underworld of crime and corruption, Joseph, a skilled operative in both special forces and the mafia, navigates a precarious double life. On the other side of the law, Briana, fueled by vengeance after the mafia's ruthless act claimed her parents, rises through the ranks of narcotics enforcement. As their paths converge, Joseph's motive to dismantle law enforcement collides with Briana's relentless pursuit to destroy the very criminal organization responsible for her family tragedy. Torn between duty and personal vendettas, the two find themselves entangled in a dangerous game of shadows and allegiances. The novel explores the blurred lines between justice and revenge, loyalty and betrayal, as Joseph and Briana must confront their own demons while navigating a world where alliances shift like shadows and trust is a rare commodity. ~ ˚ ✦ . . ˚ . . ✦ ˚ . ★⋆. ࿐࿔ . ˚ * ✦ . . ✦ ˚ ˚ .˚ ✦ . . ˚ . ੈ✧̣̇˳·˖✶