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Canvas of Deception

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Reads 4,536
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Parts 18
Time 2h 23m

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"In the heart of Shadowfell, darkness is not just a force; it's a destiny."

In a world shrouded in darkness, Detective Victoria Blackwood walks a dangerous path, seeking justice for victims brutally murdered. Meanwhile, Dominic Gray, an enigmatic artist, uses the victims' blood as his muse, driven by a quest for revenge against the prophecy and a desperate search for his long-lost sister. But crossing paths with Victoria was never part of his plan.

Victoria is determined to eradicate all the darkness in Shadowfell City, but is she aware of the secrets and shadows she carries within? Could Dominic and Victoria have emerged from the same darkness-the shadow known as The Prophecy? Will she win or lose in this game of cat and mouse?

And can Victoria survive when she discovers the darkness inside herself?

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In this electrifying tale of love, mystery, and intrigue, 'Canvas of Deception' will grip you from the first page and refuse to let go. Prepare for a heart-pounding journey filled with twists, turns, and a climax that will leave you breathless. Dive in, if you dare. Dare to enter a world where nothing is as it seems, and every shadow holds a deadly secret."

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Fractured Shadows

In a world where trust is a luxury and danger lurks in every shadow, Seraphina Blackwood and Damian Wolfe find themselves on a collision course-one that could either destroy them or force them to confront the demons of their past. --- Damian: "You're playing with fire, Seraphina. Do you really think you can win this game?" Seraphina: "I don't need to win, Damian. I just need to make sure you lose!" - - - Their connection is volatile-an explosive mix of rivalry and undeniable attraction. Forced into a dangerous alliance, their lives intertwine in a web of lies, betrayal, and murder. --- Theo: "You're falling for her, Damian. And it's going to get us all killed." Damian: "Stay out of this, Theo. She's not your concern." Theo: "She's more than just a partner to you. Admit it." --- As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, Seraphina and Damian must navigate a world of crime and deception, where every move could be their last. But in the midst of the chaos, desire simmers beneath the surface, threatening to consume them both. --- Seraphina: "You think I need you? I've survived worse than you, Damian Wolfe." Damian: "You don't need me, but you want me. And that's what scares you." --- In a deadly game of cat and mouse, their hatred turns to passion, and enemies become lovers-dangerous, desperate, and unrelenting. --- Seraphina: "If we're going down, we're going down together." Damian: "Then let's make sure it's a hell of a ride." --- "Fractured Shadows"-a story of dark romance, intense rivalry, and the thin line between love and hate. Sometimes, the greatest danger comes from within.