Disgrace

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Celeste Haven Bennett is young, but she's already run out of luck. The black sheep of her family, she was never the strongest, never the favorite—only the most broken. Years of trauma have left her hollow, struggling to escape a past that refuses to loosen its grip. She wants nothing more than to start over, to carve out a life where she isn't defined by the pain she's endured. But fate has never been kind to Celeste.

One impulsive night out at the most exclusive club in town puts her directly in the path of Giovanni Romano—a man she has no business being near. He's the kind of danger people whisper about, a man who rules the city with bloodstained hands and an empire built on fear. At twenty-seven, Giovanni has learned the hard way that attachments are a weakness, and Celeste is nothing more than a complication. He doesn't want her in his world, but something about her keeps pulling him back, forcing him to protect her even when he knows better.

Neither of them is built for love. Celeste doesn't know how to trust, and Giovanni doesn't know how to care. But in a world where loyalty is a death sentence and monsters lurk in the shadows, they might just be each other's only chance at salvation—if they don't destroy each other first.

Content Warning: Please Read Before Proceeding

This book contains mature and potentially distressing themes, including but not limited to sexual assault, domestic abuse, violence, trauma, and loss. While every effort has been made to handle these topics with sensitivity, Disgrace explores dark and emotional subject matter that may be triggering for some readers.

Everyone's experiences and triggers are different, so please prioritize your mental well-being. If at any point you feel uncomfortable, it's okay to step away. This list is not exhaustive, so if you're unsure whether this book is right for you, please proceed with caution.

Your well-being comes first.

Trigger List:

Sexual Assault & Abuse (mentions of past childhood assault, emotional and physical trauma)Domestic Abuse (family-related trauma, verbal abuse, neglect)Violence & Gore (graphic fight scenes, gun violence, physical altercations)Death & Loss (loss of loved ones, grief, discussions of death)Mental Health Struggles (PTSD, anxiety, depression, dissociation)Kidnapping & Captivity (threats of abduction, confinement)Toxic Relationships (emotional manipulation, trust issues)Crime & Mafia Violence (organized crime, power struggles, mentions of drugs and illegal activities)Childbirth Complications (high-risk pregnancy, medical distress)