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Through a Shattered Lens

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Parts 18
Time 1h 30m

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Rory Hart thought college was hard enough-balancing a competitive finance program, endless deadlines, and a quiet life away from her wealthy but complicated family. But when a high-stakes data breach rocks her university's prestigious finance department, Rory finds herself swept into a web of secrets and lies.

Enter Lucas Ford: confident, enigmatic, and impossible to ignore. He knows more than he's letting on, and his presence feels like both a warning and a challenge. As Rory digs deeper into the mystery, she's forced to question everyone around her-and even herself.

In a world where trust is currency and deception runs deep, Rory must navigate an intricate maze of ambition, danger, and unexpected love. Will she uncover the truth, or will the cost of solving the puzzle be too high?

"Shadows in the Balance" is a gripping tale of intrigue, ambition, and romance set against the high-stakes backdrop of finance and academia. Perfect for fans of clever mysteries and slow-burn love stories.All Rights Reserved

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The Secret's Shadow by kcuf625

SELF PUBLISHED. BUY NOW ON AMAZON https://a.co/d/6o9ALOV The Secret's Shadow Love. Betrayal. A web of lies. For three years, Ryan Carter believed his relationship with Bella Morgan was unshakable. Together, they shared stolen moments and secret dreams, building what he thought was an unbreakable bond. But when Bella introduces him to her parents as her "roommate," Ryan's world begins to crumble. A late-night phone call overheard by chance shatters his trust and uncovers a truth far darker than he ever imagined. Bella isn't just torn between him and her ex, Marcus-she's orchestrating a scheme so elaborate that it leaves Ryan questioning everything, including his own reality. As secrets unravel and betrayals mount, Ryan finds an unexpected ally in his best friend Chloe, a sharp-witted lawyer who encourages him to seek the truth. With Detective Sarah Quinn investigating Marcus's illegal dealings, Ryan is drawn into a dangerous game of manipulation, deceit, and power. But when an anonymous message reveals that Bella's deception runs deeper than he thought, Ryan must confront the ultimate betrayal. Can he break free from Bella's shadow, or will her control consume him completely? The Secret's Shadow is a gripping tale of love, lies, and the resilience it takes to rebuild when trust is shattered. A story packed with shocking twists and emotional depth, it will keep you guessing until the very last page.

From Opposite Sides by fallingstar437

Skye Clemons has a bit of a reputation. Unable to escape her past, she has one clear goal - to pass her language and literature course at college. If only it were that simple. Now having to share a class with wealthy students from Lakeside College, she must face her ultimate challenge - letting her guard down. They say that opposites attract, but Grayson Swain is proof that this myth doesn't always ring true. He is the most annoying human being Skye has ever encountered, especially since he insists on calling her the class viper at every opportunity. When they are paired up for a collaborative class project, they are expected to put their substantial differences aside and get to know each other, which will take a lot of work! Fights and conflict seem to follow Rory Keaton wherever he goes, and he is a ticking time bomb. He also knows way more about Skye's past than he should and makes it his mission to judge her. Forced to get a job to avoid being evicted from her family home, Skye finds herself working at Trinity Stables and doesn't expect to form an unlikely bond with a hot-tempered horse who seems to be facing his demons. Some of the biggest challenges are yet to come - with the mysterious financial arrangements Skye stumbles upon and the mystery surrounding the father she has never met. As secrets unveil themselves, Skye realises that maybe the past is best kept buried. 'Not just another bright bubble gum romance' - WritingMonteith For fans of contemporary romance with forced proximity, having to deal with privileged kids in college and working for a rich guy at his stables.

Criminal by yeahimmarissa

In the shadows, he watches her. He knows everything about her - from the curve of her neck to the rhythm of her heartbeat. And he'll stop at nothing to claim her as his own. Ava LaSalle is a college student with a bright future ahead of her. But she's also the daughter of Victor LaSalle, a ruthless businessman with a reputation for crushing his enemies. And for one man, that makes her the ultimate prize. Kael Jensen has been obsessed with Ava since the day he saw her on campus. He's been stalking her, watching her, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. And when he discovers that she's connected to his arch-nemesis, Victor LaSalle, he knows it's time to take matters into his own hands. Kidnapping Ava is just the beginning. Kael has a plan to break down her walls and make her submit to him - body and soul. But as their twisted game of cat and mouse unfolds, Ava begins to realize that Kael is not what he seems. He's dark, twisted, and terrifyingly seductive. As they navigate their dangerous dance of desire and deception, Ava must confront the darkness within herself and decide whether she'll succumb to Kael's cruel charms or fight back against his sinister plans. Will Ava escape Kael's clutches before it's too late? Or will she become his latest victim in a game of criminal obsession?

Wicked Obsession (Midnight Ruin, #1) by baisemoi-

Aurora "Rory" Hayes knows better than to step into Eclipse. The infamous underground club is no place for someone like her--law student by day, walking disaster by night. But curiosity is a dangerous thing, and the moment she crosses that threshold, she feels it: the weight of his gaze. Kieran Wolfe is power wrapped in a tailored suit. Silent. Calculated. The kind of man whose name is only whispered in back rooms and locked offices. He doesn't chase, but when Rory stumbles into his world, he decides one thing: she's his. She should run. He should let her. But obsession doesn't play by the rules, and neither do they. In a city where secrets are currency and control is everything, Rory finds herself tangled in a game she never agreed to play. And when the cracks in Kieran's perfectly constructed world start to show, she learns that obsession isn't just a feeling. It's a trap. And she walked right into it. [current word count: 33,533]

𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐎𝐁𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 by ediyoursna

Honee never wanted attention. As a quiet and sweet first-year Education student, she kept her head down, focused on her studies, and lived a simple life with her single mom. But her world shifts when she catches the eye of Lucas, a dangerously handsome and wealthy second-year Business Administration student with a cold, intimidating aura. Known for his ruthless personality and possessive nature, Lucas is the type of guy who always gets what he wants-and now, he wants Honee. Drawn to her innocence and purity, his obsession quickly grows into something uncontrollable. Despite her attempts to avoid him and the trouble he brings, Honee finds herself tangled in his world-a world of dark secrets, overwhelming desire, and an all-consuming love she never asked for. In the halls of Ravencrest University, Honee has to figure out if she can escape Lucas's obsession or if she'll end up falling for the one person she should stay away from. -ediyoursna

Shadows Beneath the Surface by Dark_ink24

Kylie Dawson is a highly skilled and elusive secret agent who works undercover for a global government organization. Known only to her elite team of six operatives, she remains a ghost in the world, using her immense wealth and influence to execute covert missions across the globe. Despite her reputation, her true identity is a well-guarded secret. While investigating the powerful Sinclair family at a high-profile charity gala, Kylie's life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Sophia Sinclair, a brilliant doctor and the daughter of a billionaire. Their first meeting is anything but pleasant, igniting a tense rivalry. However, as Kylie digs deeper into her mission, she finds herself caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse within the Sinclair mansion. Things become complicated when Kylie accidentally enters Sophia's private space and narrowly avoids detection. Forced to hide in the shadows while Sophia unknowingly inches closer to uncovering her, Kylie faces a situation far more personal and perilous than she's ever encountered. As her professional boundaries blur, she is drawn into a complex web of secrets, trust, and desire. Now, Kylie must navigate her mission without exposing her true self, all while balancing her growing entanglement with Sophia. Shadows Beneath the Surface explores themes of identity, secrecy, and the fine line between duty and personal connections in a world where trust is the most dangerous weapon.

The truth in silence by KulaniRajakaruna

Isabella Hart wakes up in a strange, sterile room with no memory of how she ended up there. The walls feel like they're closing in, and her mind is blank-fragmented, lost, as if someone has erased all traces of her past. The only thing she can hold onto is the presence of Damian Blackwell-a cold, enigmatic man who claims he's there to help, but offers no answers. As Isabella struggles to piece together the puzzle of her life, Damian's cryptic words only deepen the mystery. He insists that the truth will come in time, but every moment spent in his eerie silence feels like a step further into a nightmare she can't wake from. The more Isabella uncovers, the less she knows who to trust-and who she really is. In a world where nothing makes sense, Isabella must navigate the shadows of her forgotten memories, but the more she learns, the more she realizes that some truths are more dangerous than ignorance. Isabella must confront her deepest fears, but can she find the truth before the silence consumes her? Or will the darkness of her past remain forever out of reach, hidden beneath layers of deception?

Family Ties (This is just the beginning) by GhostFaceIsHot96

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I Did It For Love | B.E by finneasstwin

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Shadows of Betrayal by kcuf625

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Wicked Obsession (Midnight Ruin, #1) cover

𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐎𝐁𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 cover

Shadows Beneath the Surface cover

The truth in silence cover

Family Ties (This is just the beginning) cover

I Did It For Love | B.E cover

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The Secret's Shadow

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