Deception

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A striper searches for the truth while a psychopath conceals his murderous desires, both ensnared in a web of deception. Zoe believes every action has a consequence and seeks the reason her life has unraveled. This quest leads her to Saints and Sinners, a place rife with lies and danger, where wolves lurk and a lion is unwittingly invited in. John, a master manipulator, twists the truth to his advantage, using others' secrets as leverage for his deadly intentions. He doesn’t anticipate the captivating girl in black lingerie to pierce his heart with her allure, but her hidden secret intrigues him. Zoe hails from a rough part of New Orleans and is on a mission to find her missing best friend, putting herself in precarious situations as she spies on the mob. The tension between John and Zoe is palpable, filled with secrecy as they navigate their complicated relationship, unsure if they can lower their defenses. The narrative explores themes of violence, explicit language, and the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, along with domestic violence and violence against women. Reader discretion is advised due to these intense themes.