Shadows Beneath the Silk

In a world where power is currency and love is the most dangerous gamble, Shadows Beneath the Silk unravels a story of duty, desire, and the high cost of survival.Lara Milford's life has been shaped by the cold precision of her father's ambitions. Trained to be the perfect daughter of a wealthy dynasty, her dreams of independence are shattered when she's told she will marry Adrian Crow-a man known in boardrooms for his ruthlessness and in whispers for his absolute control. Their union is no fairy tale; it is a merger of power disguised as matrimony.From the first charged meeting to the meticulously staged wedding, Lara is thrust into a new life inside the Crow estate-an architectural masterpiece of glass and steel where beauty masks a suffocating absence of warmth. Adrian's presence is magnetic yet impenetrable; every word, every glance is measured, leaving Lara uncertain whether he is her captor, her protector, or something far more complicated.But beyond the polished halls and flawless arrangements lies a darker undercurrent. Lara begins to overhear fragments of conversations-names spoken in warning, threats hidden beneath civility. Whispers of a figure known only as "the Raven" suggest that Adrian's world is more dangerous than she imagined, and that her role in it may be more than ornamental.As Lara navigates a labyrinth of power plays, secrets, and fragile alliances, she must decide whether to adapt to Adrian's unyielding terms or challenge the carefully constructed order he demands. Every choice carries consequences, and trust is a currency that can be stolen as easily as it is given.Rich in atmosphere and steeped in tension, Shadows Beneath the Silk blends romance, intrigue, and psychological drama into a story that explores how love can be both a weapon and a surrender. Perfect for readers who crave slow-burning chemistry, morally complex characters, and a setting where every detail matters, this is a novel that lingers long after the last page.

• | Author: Dionis Kuliev
• | Publisher: Independently Published
• | Publication Date: Aug 15, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 320 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-13: 9798298277396