SHADOWS OF THE CANVAS

Detective Izzy Hayes has spent years hiding behind the walls she's built, her heart and mind scarred by the dark cases she's faced. But when a twisted serial killer, Jared Fennel, becomes obsessed with her, turning her life into a macabre art project, Izzy is forced to confront her deepest fears. Fennel's gruesome killings are more than just crimes-they're part of an intricate, chilling masterpiece that he's crafting with Izzy as his unwilling muse. With the case spiraling into darkness, Izzy's world is turned upside down when she's partnered with Hayes, a steadfast detective who has his own demons to face. As they work together to uncover Fennel's motives and track him down, their bond deepens into something unexpected. Hayes is patient, offering Izzy the stability and understanding she's never known, but Izzy is hesitant to let anyone in. The ghosts of her past weigh heavily on her heart, and the idea of letting herself be vulnerable is a terrifying thought. As the case intensifies and the stakes grow higher, Izzy is forced to question her emotions, her trust in Hayes, and whether she can ever truly heal from the horrors of Fennel's games. With a killer still at large and the psychological toll of the investigation taking its toll, the stakes are not only about solving the case-but also about whether Izzy can find the courage to love again. *Shadows of the Canvas* is a haunting psychological thriller that explores the darkness of the human mind, the complexities of trauma, and the healing power of love. As the past and present collide, Izzy must choose between closing herself off from the world or embracing the one person who has stood by her side through it all