Dangerous Affections
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When Moscow's drug trade spirals out of control, the Moscow City Police turn to 26-year-old Liliana Janes, Slovenia's top investigator, to help take down the criminal empire poisoning the city. Determined and fearless, Liliana plunges into the investigation, unaware that her greatest adversary is hiding in plain sight.
A chance blind date introduces her to Viktorino Leonardo Sergeyev, a distinguished senator whose charm and influence have made him a beloved figure in Moscow. But behind closed doors, Viktorino is the ruthless mafia boss orchestrating the city's drug trade. As Liliana's investigation deepens, so does her connection with Viktorino, putting her in a dangerous game of cat and mouse.
As attraction sparks between them, Liliana must navigate the dangerous territory where her professional duty and personal desires collide. With every passing day, she gets closer to uncovering Viktorino's true identity. But in a world where deception reigns supreme, can Liliana trust her instincts, or will she fall victim to the very man she's determined to bring to justice.?
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