Shadows of the Syndicate (Wattys 2024)

In a world where loyalty is as fleeting as power and betrayal cuts deeper than any blade, Marco Rossi reigns over one of the most feared mafia families in the city. His life is built on violence, vengeance, and an unshakable bond with Sofia Bianchi, the woman he trusts above all. But when love turns to suspicion and loyalty gives way to betrayal, Marco's world begins to unravel.

After a devastating breakup driven by jealousy and misplaced trust, Marco's heart hardens. Sofia, feeling betrayed and isolated, makes a fateful alliance with his enemies, igniting a war that puts everything Marco has fought for at risk. Caught between the weight of his own rage and the dangers lurking from rival families, Marco's thirst for revenge threatens to consume him.

Now faced with the aftermath of his choices, Marco is forced to reckon with the ghosts of his past and the cost of his ruthless ambition.

A tale of power, betrayal, love, and revenge, this gripping mafia drama explores the darkest corners of the human soul. Will Marco find redemption, or will his past forever define him?

Perfect for readers who crave a thrilling, character-driven story set against the backdrop of the mafia underworld.