The Secrets We Hide in Shadows
Tiffanie Tschoepe
228,058 Words
228,058 Words
In a world draped in wealth and prestige, Livia Nightshade's life seems like a fairytale brought to life when she is married off to the dashing Emery Lockwood, heir of the affluent Lockwood family. Bu t beneath the surface of glamour lies a chilling secret, one that threatens to unravel their seemingly perfect union. Three years after their extravagant wedding, Livia experiences an extraordinary and unsettling turn of events—she finds herself giving birth to a child named Eggbert, who is more than an ordinary baby. In that moment, she stumbles upon the shocking revelation that her husband is not truly human. As Livia grapples with this newfound reality, she is plunged into a whirlwind of confusion, dread, and intrigue. The charming façade of Emery quickly crumbles as whispered rumors about his impending demise swirl through the upscale neighborhoods of Cloudhaven. The promise of a blissful life together begins to crack as Livia confronts the dark and sinister forces entwined with her husband's identity. Ambiguous and haunting, the story navigates Livia's quest for understanding while she uncovers the suffocating hold of the Lockwood legacy. Each page is steeped in suspense as Livia seeks to protect her inexplicable child and answer the terrifying question—what is Emery truly hiding? As social tensions rise and secrets threaten to surface, Livia must choose between her newfound maternal instincts and the haunting truth that her marriage may be an elaborate ruse cloaked in elegance and sophistication. In this gripping narrative, expect the unexpected as Livia ventures deeper into the enigma of her husband, battling societal expectations while wrestling with her own ambitions. The stakes are impossibly high as suspense builds, leading to a confrontation that will forever alter the course of her life. When love intertwines with the monstrous unknown, will Livia embrace her fate, or will she defy the odds and reclaim her autonomy? Hold your breath as the mysteries unfold in this thrilling tale of love, identity, and transformation.
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