The Shadows We Cultivate
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Last published Fri, Oct 11, 2024
Valtoria, where shadows writhe like living things, Sage Everett's presence whispers despair. A darkness blooms around her, an unseen stain that seeps into the souls of those nearby. Harrison Green, scion of a dynasty built on secrets, becomes enthralled by her mysterious pain.
As their paths entwine, Sage must confront the void within herself. Will Harrison's company be her salvation or her ruin, in a world where companionship is a luxury she cannot afford?
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