A Debt in Lace and Steel
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Last published Tue, Apr 22, 2025
Aurora Morenni always knew marriage in their world was never about love. But when she's promised to Dante Ferrera the cold, merciless mafia boss from New York she realizes she's not just a bride. She's a transaction.
To him, she's an obligation. To her, he's a man who will never love her.
But Aurora refuses to be ignored. And Dante is starting to notice.
Secrets lurk beneath their vows. And when the truth comes to light, it will change everything.
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