Ruined: Sample
About this ebook
In Sydney, Australia, Natalie Coommaraswamy, a brilliant lawyer with a turbulent past, is caught between the relentless expectations of her parents and a deep longing for the truth. As a second-generation Sri Lankan, Natalie yearns to uncover the mysteries surrounding her family's enigmatic escape from Sri Lanka and find her rightful place in the world. But the secrets that lie buried within her family's history may hold the key to her own survival.
When her closest friend is brutally murdered, Natalie's quest for justice becomes intensely personal. Disillusioned by the apathy of the authorities, she embarks on a dangerous journey of her own, determined to unmask the killer. However, as she delves deeper into the labyrinth of clues, Natalie's world teeters on the precipice of darkness, and the line between truth and deception becomes increasingly blurred.
Amidst the chaos, a new love blossoms in Natalie's life, bringing passion and tenderness to her existence. But as their relationship intensifies, she begins to question whether her new lover is the person he claims to be. Doubt creeps in, and Natalie finds herself torn between love and suspicion, not knowing whom to trust.
With every page turned, this breathtakingly original tale weaves a web of seduction, intrigue, and chilling suspense that will leave you gasping for breath. As Natalie's carefully constructed reality crumbles, she must confront her deepest fears and confront the unsettling truth that threatens to shatter not only her sanity but also everything she holds dear.
Immerse yourself in the lush, character-driven plot that will enthral you from the very first sentence. This spellbinding novel challenges your assumptions, provokes thought, and ignites a fire within your imagination. Brace yourself for a gripping tale that seamlessly blends psychological suspense with heart-stopping romance—a tale that will haunt your dreams long after you've turned the final page.
“A painfully beautiful novel, breathtakingly original…Sexy and seductive. Dark and chilling. Thought provoking and challenging. This is a lushly impressive, character driven plot that had me totally engrossed from the very first page.” ★★★★★
This book is published without the steamy scenes as ‘The Good Daughter, which means I cannot publish it in full on any platform without going against their Terms of Service. You can read the steamy version as part of the box set - Beautiful Ordinary Box Set (Books 1-3). Alternatively, you can purchase it directly from my website www.samcewen.com/books.
