Marlaine Maddux White

Shadrach Stone has spent his entire life spinning lies to get exactly what he wants, and it has worked perfectly. As a highly successful literary agent living in the heart of Manhattan, he has built a life that most people only dream of. He boasts a fast-track career, massive wealth, and a glamorous lifestyle where every door opens for him. You follow Shadrach as he confidently navigates the cutthroat world of publishing, always staying one step ahead of the truth. But the carefully constructed illusion of his perfect reality shatters in an instant when an unspeakable tragedy strikes New York City. Suddenly, the money, the status, and the endless deceptions mean absolutely nothing. Stripped of the superficial armor he has worn for years, Shadrach is forced to confront the wreckage of his choices and the genuine human cost of his ambition. This gripping, emotional narrative explores the devastating impact of sudden loss and the arduous journey of finding authenticity in a world built on lies. Witness a powerful story of survival, consequence, and ultimate redemption.