The Ascendant Shadow (Mafia)

By Amara Winscott

Alessandra "Sera" DeLuca grew up in the gilded cage of her family's Mafia empire, a world drenched in wealth, power, and blood. As the youngest DeLuca, she was always seen as a pawn, a princess to be married off to secure alliances. But Sera has her own plans. Beneath her polished exterior lies a cunning strategist, waiting for her moment to rise.

When her father is betrayed and assassinated by a rival syndicate, Sera seizes her chance to take control. Overnight, she transforms from the sheltered daughter into the Ascendant Shadow-a force to be reckoned with. But the path to power is fraught with danger, and her family's enemies are relentless.

Enter Gabriel Moretti, the enigmatic right hand of a rival Mafia boss, sent to eliminate her. However, instead of carrying out his orders, Gabriel finds himself captivated by Sera's ambition, intelligence, and unexpected vulnerability. Their attraction is electric, but their loyalty to opposing sides makes their connection deadly.

As alliances shift and war brews, Sera must decide who to trust-her instincts, her enemies, or the man who could either save her empire or destroy her heart.

The Ascendant Shadow is a gripping tale of ambition, betrayal, and forbidden desire in a world where survival means embracing the darkness.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DSFNCY6V
• ISBN13: 9798348293024
• Release Date: January 2025
• Publisher: Amara Winscott
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"