Shadows of Destiny
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In a world where legacy is everything and love is a transaction, two wounded souls are forced into a marriage of convenience, only to discover that their greatest battle lies not in the boardroom, but against the ghosts of their past.
Monique Arnaud is the ice queen of the corporate world. Publicly known as Monique Prince to honor her cold, estranged parents, she is a fortress of control, haunted by the childhood tragedy that killed her brother and left her with a guilt her mother has never let her forget. She wears gloves to avoid the memory of her brother's cold hand and trusts no one but her grandfather and her devoted driver.
Adrian Parker is the rebellious, "spoiled" party animal, forced to bury his dream of being a professional race car driver to satisfy the demands of his domineering father, a retired general turned pharmaceutical titan. Seen as a disappointment, Adrian wears his playboy persona as a shield.
SHADOWS OF DESTINY is a gripping story of redemption, resilience, and the healing power of unexpected love. It is a tale of two broken people who, in their fight to protect each other, finally find the courage to save themselves, learning that the strongest foundations are not built on blood or business, but on the unbreakable bonds of a family you choose.
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