Through a Shattered Lens
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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.
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