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In the Shadow of the Past

Shadow Series, Book 1

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In the Shadow of the Past

By: J.E. Leak
Narrated by: Abby Craden
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She fell for the wrong woman...now it's going to cost her.

In the shadowy world of 1940s New York City, a sultry spy falls for the one woman she shouldn't. When reporter Jenny Ryan’s father is murdered, her burning need for justice drives her to take on a ruthless tycoon. But her plan goes awry when she falls for the criminal’s alluring mistress, OSS agent Kathryn Hammond.

Kathryn is more than just a popular nightclub singer with a glamorous façade. She’s an undercover spy, trapped stateside in a dead-end assignment while the war rages on in Europe. Frustrated and resentful, her emotions get her into trouble when Jenny steals her heart. As their forbidden desire blooms, they find themselves caught in a web of danger and intrigue.

Will their passion endanger their lives and unravel everything they’ve worked for, or will their love be the very thing that saves them?

In the Shadow of the Past is the first book in the sapphic historical fiction Shadow series. If you enjoy slow burns, secrets, and spies, you won't want to miss this noir-inspired tale of love and redemption.

Listen to In the Shadow of the Past and get lost in the intrigue!

©2021 J.E. Leak (P)2023 J.E. Leak
Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Romance Espionage

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great characters and narrator.

Couldn't put it down, I could listen to Abby all day and the character development in this book was great.

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So I may be a closet spy wannabe but this is the best lesbian romance I have listened to this year. Rich and complex story arc and amazing chemistry.

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This is my first from this author. Certainly won’t be my last, Beside I have to find out what’s install for Kat and Jenny.

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