The Last Role Before Dawn

Alaric Oakenshaw's life is a masterful façade, a blend of military precision and Hollywood glamour. As a colonel in the Royal Special Forces, Alaric has always been the epitome of integrity and streng th, but his latest mission pushes him deep into the heart of danger: infiltrating the criminal underworld to take down the enigmatic drug lord, Vincent Stormrider. Disguised as a rising star in the film industry, Alaric's sharp instincts and stunning looks become his greatest assets. Yet, with every step closer to Vincent, the line between his mission and reality begins to blur. The thrill of his covert operation escalates when Alaric unexpectedly collapses to darkness, awakening surrounded by strangers who fill his skies with confusion. Moments of strange conversations with a disembodied voice claiming divinity cast an eerie shadow over his recovery, compelling him to confront the true nature of his new existence. As he grapples with fragmented memories of his past and a claustrophobic present, Alaric must navigate the treacherous waters of familial expectations and burgeoning conflicts, particularly with Gideon Blackwood – the son of the family looming over him like a phantom. A familiar world now feels foreign, and hidden behind his celebrity demeanor, Alaric harbors secrets that threaten to unravel everything. With newfound knowledge of the Blackwood legacy, Alaric is torn between his past loyalties and the vengeful thirst for retribution. He must master the art of charm to ascend Hollywood's ranks while meticulously plotting his next moves against a dangerous foe. As he steps onto a stage of ambition and betrayal, Alaric grapples with the true cost of his mission, leading to a heart-pounding climax where deception and identity collide. Will Alaric fulfill his quest for vengeance, or will the shadows of his past consume him before he can exact his revenge? In a world where nothing is as it seems, every decision could mean life or death. ...