SHARDS OF BETRAYAL

Step onto a movie set where dreams are made—and lives are shattered. In this world, every frame hides a lie, and every take could be the last.

Filmmaker Seth Carter is a maverick, poised to shatter boundaries with his latest project—a cinematic masterpiece set to bring the black experience to the silver screen like never before.

But when reporter Lanie Price arrives on set to interview Seth, a near-fatal accident exposes a sinister plot of sabotage. Each incident risks a life and pushes the production closer to collapse.

Seth pleads with Lanie to keep the sabotage under wraps, plunging her into an ethical and professional quagmire that could ruin her career—and sever her relationship with the man she loves.

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About Persia

New York City native Persia Walker discovered her passion for storytelling through the gritty allure of 1940s noir films. These cinematic gems, with their smoky bars and enigmatic characters, sparked her imagination and set her on the path to becoming an acclaimed author of historical crime fiction. They also inspired her desire to travel and experience other cultures. A former journalist and diplomat, Persia has lived in Germany, Brazil, Poland, and France.

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THE HARLEM RENAISSANCE MYSTERIES

  • A woman's intuition is her most lethal weapon. Trust your instincts. They're more powerful than you think.

    — Lanie Price

  • If you're looking for justice, don't expect it—you have to demand it. Stand up for what's right, even if you stand alone.

    —Lanie Price

  • Trust is a currency; spend it wisely. Be cautious in whom you confide; not everyone is worthy of your trust.

    —Lanie Price

  • In Harlem, the walls don't just talk—they scream. Listen to the untold stories that surround you; they have much to teach.

    —Lanie Price

  • The best alibis are wrapped in truth. The most convincing stories are those grounded in reality.

    —Lanie Price

  • The first draft of life is never perfect; revisions are inevitable. Embrace the edits; they make you stronger.

    —Lanie Price

  • The headlines may change, but the story remains the same. Look beyond the surface; the truth is often hidden.

    —Lanie Price

  • The most dangerous place is often right under your nose. Stay alert; threats often come from the least expected places.

    —Lanie Price

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