Possessing Happiness
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Last published Tue, Oct 28, 2025
As a hardworking journalist Iris Kensington has always been looking for the story that will rocket her to national acclaim and a Pulitzer. She believes her big break finally comes when she is given the opportunity to interview business man Xavier Romero.
Whispers on the street have said for years that Xavier is more than just a business man but also the head of a powerful mob family.
Iris quickly discovers the truth of the matter and she is thrust into Xavier's dark world.
The question is at what point did it become more about getting to know Xavier and less about her article.
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Crowns of the City series
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