Love in the Shadow

Isaac King Romance

After a few years away, Mia Thompson, now 19 years old, goes back to her hometown with the hopes of reconnecting with her childhood friends and finding her footing after a rough few years. But when she meets Lucas, her dad's mysterious and alluring closest friend, her goals shift. Mia has always been captivated by Lucas, a man in his early thirties; their chance encounter ignites a spark that neither can put out. As Mia navigates the complexities of her life—her father's strained relationship, her aspirations for college—her feelings for Lucas intensify. Without a doubt, their bond is ideal; but, the social constraints imposed by their age gap and the shame associated with being romantically involved with her father's best friend further limit their potential. Because of his growing feelings for Mia and his commitment to her, Lucas is in a tough spot. While Mia and Lucas navigate covert rendezvous and stolen moments, they delve into their dreams while keeping track of their reality. Over the course of their relationship, they face challenges such as meeting family expectations, dealing with peer judgment, and worrying about the consequences of being discovered. When a tragedy strikes Mia's family, she is forced to reevaluate her values and must choose between a love that feels right and a duty that pulls her in various directions.

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