*Title:* Trapped in the Shadows
*Plot Summary:*
After witnessing a brutal crime, Elijah, a young artist, is forced into a marriage with the ruthless mafia boss, Dominic Morano. Dominic is notorious for his cruelty and cunning, and Elijah fears for his life.
As Elijah navigates the dark world of the mafia, he is subjected to physical and emotional abuse by Dominic. But despite the danger and violence surrounding him, Elijah finds solace in Dominic's mysterious and handsome lieutenant, Ryder.
Ryder is torn between his loyalty to Dominic and his growing feelings for Elijah. As he gets to know Elijah, Ryder begins to question Dominic's brutal methods and his own role in the mafia.
As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, Elijah, Ryder, and Dominic are caught in a deadly game of power and deception. Will Elijah and Ryder find a way to escape the mafia's grasp, or will they become its next victims?
*Genre:* LGBTQ+ Romance, Forced Marriage, Mafia, Dark Romance, Abuse
