Shadows of the Past
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Last published Fri, Feb 14, 2025
Stolen as a child, shattered by darkness, and saved by the unrelenting love of her family, Aria Bianchi's journey is one of survival and resilience. As the youngest daughter of an Italian mafia Don, her life was destined to be extraordinary, but nothing could prepare her family for the scars left by her abduction. Now back home, Aria must navigate a path to healing while her father and six fiercely protective brothers stop at nothing to avenge her pain. Shadows of the Past is a gripping tale of trauma, vengeance, and the unbreakable power of love.
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