Shattered Light
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In the midst of the excitement and uncertainty of their high school lives, Cassandra Mitchell's world takes a dark and unexpected turn. Just when she thought she was finally free from her troubled past, Cassandra is thrust into a nightmare she could never have anticipated.
After a shocking announcement about the human trafficking ring known as The Marketers, Cassandra's life is upended when she is abducted and forced into servitude as a maid for the enigmatic leader of this sinister group. The once carefree teenager finds herself trapped in a world of luxury marred by corruption, deceit, and danger.
As Cassandra navigates this new and perilous existence, she encounters a web of betrayal and deception within the opulent walls of her captor's mansion. Her relationships are tested as she struggles to maintain her dignity and sanity in a world where trust is a rare commodity. Love and loyalty become complicated as she forms unexpected bonds with both allies and adversaries.
Her past, filled with trauma and heartache, collides with her present as she grapples with her feelings for Connor, her first love who remains on the outside, and a new, forbidden romance that blossoms under the most unlikely of circumstances. The lines between friend and foe blur as Cassandra uncovers shocking secrets about The Marketers and the true nature of her captor.
Her journey is fraught with intense drama, emotional turmoil, and unexpected alliances. As she fights for her freedom and the chance to reclaim her life, Cassandra must confront her deepest fears and make heart-wrenching decisions. Amidst the chaos, she learns that true strength comes from within, and sometimes the path to liberation is paved with the harshest trials.
"Shattered Light" is a gripping tale of resilience and redemption, where love and betrayal intertwine in a dramatic battle for survival and self-discovery.
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