ALEXANDRA
I’m my father’s most valuable possession – a symbol of his depravity. The men he invites to his marbled palace are used to torment me, but they can’t penetrate the fog I hide behind. I thought no one could, but then an enigmatic stranger offers me something far more dangerous than my father and his comrades:
Hope.
They call him The Dark Marquis, and he’s a thief after my father’s favourite toy. When he steals me from him, I dare to dream of love and freedom – only to have my illusions shattered when my rescuer turns captor. I’m a pawn in a battle to rule the underworld, but I have one last chance to change my fate…
Can I seduce the assassin who stole me in time to save my life, or is death the only true escape?
HUGH
For twenty-five years, all I’ve wanted is vengeance.
The only thing I have left of my family is the castle – my home, my legacy – plagued by vermin and funded by the Bratva. It’s the seat of power I’ll soon reclaim, and I’ve vowed to let nothing distract me, least of all a woman.
I have a plan for overthrowing the order that obliterated my family, but first I’m ordered to complete one last assignment: steal a rival’s only daughter, repair her fractured mind, and allow her to be used as a pawn.
There’s only one problem: Alexandra doesn’t just complicate my plans – she’s an obsession that weakens me.
Can I afford what she will cost me?
The Dark Marquis is a slow-burn, dark secret society mafia romance with forced proximity, a possessive hero, and a strong female lead. Readers are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the Harpies universe before reading. Please note that this story is meant for a mature audience and contains scenes which may be triggering. Check the author’s website for CWs.
Genre: Romantic Suspense
I’m my father’s most valuable possession – a symbol of his depravity. The men he invites to his marbled palace are used to torment me, but they can’t penetrate the fog I hide behind. I thought no one could, but then an enigmatic stranger offers me something far more dangerous than my father and his comrades:
Hope.
They call him The Dark Marquis, and he’s a thief after my father’s favourite toy. When he steals me from him, I dare to dream of love and freedom – only to have my illusions shattered when my rescuer turns captor. I’m a pawn in a battle to rule the underworld, but I have one last chance to change my fate…
Can I seduce the assassin who stole me in time to save my life, or is death the only true escape?
HUGH
For twenty-five years, all I’ve wanted is vengeance.
The only thing I have left of my family is the castle – my home, my legacy – plagued by vermin and funded by the Bratva. It’s the seat of power I’ll soon reclaim, and I’ve vowed to let nothing distract me, least of all a woman.
I have a plan for overthrowing the order that obliterated my family, but first I’m ordered to complete one last assignment: steal a rival’s only daughter, repair her fractured mind, and allow her to be used as a pawn.
There’s only one problem: Alexandra doesn’t just complicate my plans – she’s an obsession that weakens me.
Can I afford what she will cost me?
The Dark Marquis is a slow-burn, dark secret society mafia romance with forced proximity, a possessive hero, and a strong female lead. Readers are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the Harpies universe before reading. Please note that this story is meant for a mature audience and contains scenes which may be triggering. Check the author’s website for CWs.
Genre: Romantic Suspense
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