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Narrated by:
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Dani Staro
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Mike Pelle
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By:
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EM Merrill
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Tara, the daughter of a notorious crime boss, has always lived in the shadow of her father's iron grip, navigating the treacherous world of organized crime while playing her part in the family empire. But as her father's control slips and his empire begins to crumble, Tara finds herself torn between the legacy she was born into and her growing desire for freedom.
Sully, a battle-hardened enforcer who has long been loyal to the Duncan family, never expected his loyalty to falter—until Tara enters his life in ways that force him to question everything. As Sully grows closer to Tara, the dangerous connection between them threatens to unravel the fragile balance of power in their world, where betrayal lurks at every corner.
With Duncan's empire on the verge of collapse, Tara and Sully are thrust into a high-stakes game where trust is scarce and every decision could be deadly. As they confront their deepest fears and desires, their bond may be their only hope for survival—or the final push that leads them to ruin.
Meant for mature audiences, dual POV.
Content Warning: This story includes mature themes such as explicit sexual content, violence, abuse, murder, kidnapping, substance use, mental health struggles, trauma, sexual assault references, infidelity, and elements of BDSM or kink. Sensitive listeners should proceed with caution.
Step into a world of power, betrayal, and dark secrets, where alliances are fragile, and danger lurks around every corner. Each book in The Collective series introduces a new couple navigating the chaos of this interconnected world, blending high-stakes drama, intense emotion, and gripping suspense.
While The Collective stands as a compelling standalone, the next story in this captivating series is already in the works. It will follow another couple within this dangerous and unpredictable world, promising more secrets, more tension, and a powerful new love story. Stay tuned!
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