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The Shadows Beneath The Marquee

Latoya Lawrence

In the glimmering world of a classically toned Manhattan, where dreams waltz with despair, the stage is set for an unforgettable tale of sisterhood, survival, and secrets that refuse to stay buried.

Thalia Balsam, once the shimmering star of the nightclub scene, now finds herself entangled in a web of regrets and lost dreams. Haunted by a past she can't escape, her life takes a shocking turn when her younger sister, Nona, vanishes without a trace. All that remains is a cryptic message and a peculiar keepsake-clues leading deeper into the dark underbelly of a city draped in glamour.

Meanwhile, the soulful notes of Yeva Menora fill the smoky air of a Harlem club, where she struggles to carve out a life defined by her passion for music rather than the dangers lurking outside. But when she unknowingly witnesses a brutal murder tied to a notorious crime boss, her fierce independence is put to the ultimate test. With eyes watching her every move, Yeva must summon her cunning and courage to navigate a treacherous path through a world where trust is a rare commodity.

As fate intertwines the lives of Thalia and Yeva, both women are thrust into a deadly game of intent and intrigue. Will Thalia uncover the truth behind Nona's disappearance before it's too late? Can Yeva find the strength to outmaneuver her shadowy pursuers and reclaim her life?

The Shadows Beneath The Marquee is a gripping exploration of the ties that bind us, the lengths we go to protect our loved ones, and the courage to face the darkest corners of our pasts. Journey through the rhythm of love and loss, where every note plays a part in a symphony of suspense and emotional resonance, leaving readers breathless until the very last page.

GenresFictionMystery & DetectiveHard-BoiledThrillersCrime

134 pages

English edition · First published 2025 by Latoya Lawrence · ISBN 9798232164836

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