Shadows of Ink by Stephanie Morris

Some rules are meant to be broken. Especially the ones that say don’t fall for him.

Keisha Crawford never imagined a routine foster care check-in would lead her into the dark underbelly of Miami. Her life is defined by success and control, but the moment she encounters Sergei Lisowski, a brooding tattoo artist, everything starts to unravel. His world is one of raw passion and hidden dangers, a stark contrast to her meticulously planned existence. Drawn into his orbit, Keisha grapples with an intense attraction that defies her logic. He’s a puzzle she can’t resist, a man whose every glance sends shivers down her spine. Her rational mind screams to stay away, but her heart and her body betray her at every turn. In Sergei’s world of ink and shadows, she discovers a side of herself she never knew existed, one that craves the danger and passion he offers.

Sergei Lisowski lives a life shrouded in secrets, each tattoo a mark of his past sins and silent vows. He’s always kept his distance, knowing his world is no place for someone like Keisha. But her presence awakens something primal within him, a need to claim and protect her. As their worlds collide, Sergei finds himself torn between pushing her away to keep her safe and drawing her closer, risking the only peace he’s ever known. With their connection deepening, Sergei must confront the demons of his past and decide if he’s willing to risk everything to protect the woman who’s become his obsession.

**This book was a part of the Savage Playground Anthology. No major changes have been made**