Shadow of Us
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Last published Wed, Jan 8, 2025
In the heart of Prague, where shadows whisper secrets of the past, Julia Katherina Monroe-an emotionally scarred bodyguard and IT specialist-finds herself face-to-face with the one man she thought she'd forgotten. Dr. Thomas Theodore Reed, a brilliant physician with a gentle heart, shattered her world years ago, leaving her to pick up the pieces after a tragic loss. Now, as danger lurks within the walls of the hospital he calls home, Julia is thrust into the role of his protector.
As they navigate the tension of their unexpected reunion, old feelings resurface, bringing with them the haunting specters of unresolved pain. With each moment spent together, Julia must confront the walls she's built around her heart and decide if she can truly protect him from the threats outside-and from the love that still lingers within.
In a world where every choice could lead to heartbreak or healing, can they find a way back to each other, or will the shadows of their past tear them apart once more?
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