Shadows of Desires
A Love Born from Heartbreak. A Passion That Refuses to Be Denied.

Ava Mitchell had it all—until her world shattered with one devastating discovery: her husband’s betrayal. Suddenly, the successful marketing executive is left picking up the pieces of a life built on lies. Enter Darius Walker—her best friend, her anchor, and the one man who’s always been in her corner. As Ava leans on him in her darkest season, the line between friendship and something deeper begins to blur.

Darius has loved Ava in silence for years. As he helps her heal, their chemistry ignites into something neither of them can deny. But falling for each other isn’t easy. Old wounds, societal pressure, and the complexities of an interracial relationship threaten to extinguish the spark before it has a chance to grow.

Together, they must confront their pasts, challenge expectations, and fight for a love they both deserve. Will Ava allow herself to trust again? Will Darius finally claim the woman he’s always known was his?

Shadows of Desires is a soul-stirring modern romance about rediscovering your worth, embracing vulnerability, and choosing love—even when it scares you. For every woman who’s ever had her heart broken and dared to love again—this is your story.