Body Count.

The towering skyscrapers of New York City have a way of swallowing you whole, offering both anonymity and the exhilarating promise of reinvention. For some, it's a haven, a place to shed the old skin and emerge anew. This is the premise at the heart of a compelling novel that explores the complexities of trauma, healing, and the surprising places where love and secrets can bloom.

This story centers around Emerson ,18 years old who arrives in the city with a past she desperately wants to bury. Escaping a harrowing experience at the hands of a captor, she's adopted a new name, a new identity, and a new job, immersing herself in the vibrant energy of the urban landscape. New York is her sanctuary, a place where she can begin the arduous journey of piecing herself back together.

Just as she starts to find her footing, 3 years later, she encounters a man who throws a wrench into her carefully constructed world. His name is Harry Styles, a sharp and enigmatic lawyer with an air of mystery that intrigues and unsettles her. He's everything she hasn't allowed herself to consider - charming, intelligent, and undeniably alluring. But as their connection deepens, she begins to glimpse the shadows that lurk beneath his polished exterior.

This is not a story of instant, fairytale romance. It's a gritty exploration of two individuals battling their demons, forced to confront the painful realities of their pasts. The question becomes: Can two people, both wrestling with the lingering effects of trauma, find solace in each other? Can their shared pain become a catalyst for healing, or will it pull them both further into the darkness?

Please be advised: This book contains discussions of sensitive topics including drugs, abuse, sexual assault, violence, sex, kidnapping, and murder. Reader discretion is strongly advised. If you are struggling with these issues or are easily triggered by such subjects, please consider your mental well-being before reading and seek support if needed.