He's the ruthless Boss of the clan, a man who lives by a code few understand. She's an naive, caught in his world of secrets. Their paths intersect in a whirlwind of desire, a love that flames with ferocity. But their hearts are bound by a curse they can't escape, a forbidden love that could destroy

Ashton knew/suspected/realized he had lived a lie. His entire life, the opulent lifestyle and his position/role/status in society were built on a secret/mystery/veil he was only now beginning to unravel. A letter, sent/delivered/received anonymously, contained the shocking truth - he wasn't who he t