Cold to the Touch

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Set in the vibrant backdrop of 1920s Chicago, the story follows Cecilia Mills, a newcomer navigating the challenges of urban life. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls for Nell Prescott, the girlfriend of gangster Franky Greco. As Cecilia, now known as CeeCee, works at The Orpheus dance hall, she mingles with both gangsters and high society while keeping her romance with Nell a secret from Greco. The narrative explores themes of love, identity, and the dangers of a hidden relationship amidst the city's glamorous yet perilous atmosphere.