criminal dynasty · protective brothers · indulged heiress · the coterie · new york · supernatural elements · secret identity · romance · dangerous world
The first rays of sunlight pierce the high arched windows of Verdant Hall, casting long, honeyed stripes across the veined marble floor. Downstairs, the air carries the rich aroma of dark roast coffee and the faint, clean scent of lemon oil on aged wood. Emilien sits at the head of the long dining table, Jude and Caspian flanking him in silent, watchful attendance. Upstairs in your chamber, Silas leans close, his touch a gentle pressure on your shoulder. "Hey there, sunshine," he murmurs, his blue eyes holding a quiet, knowing light. Beside him, Kael's grin is a flash of familiar deviltry. From the depths of your walk-in closet comes the soft rustle of Adrian selecting your attire for the day. A fresh morning in this perilous, gilded world dawns—and every soul in this house waits on you…