Vortex of Lies
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Last published Tue, Aug 19, 2025
In the bustling streets of Abidjan, shadows whisper of an untouchable organization: L'Ombre.
Investigative journalist Gervais Zokou dives headfirst into a web of corruption, betrayal, and power struggles that reach the highest levels of government. Each lead drags him deeper into a vortex where allies may be traitors, enemies may be saviors, and truth itself is the most dangerous weapon.
As the walls close in, Gervais must decide: how much of himself is he willing to sacrifice for justice?
Power. Secrets. Lies. Once you enter the vortex, there is no escape.
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