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Dangerous Patterns
In 1938 Chicago, a seamstress's needle can stitch together more than just fabric—it can weave power, danger, and an unexpected love that defies every boundary.
Ruby Washington has built her reputation as Chicago's most talented seamstress by keeping secrets. Every dress she creates holds the confidences of its wearer, from society wives to jazz singers. But her greatest secret is one she her mother didn't die in an accident twenty years ago—she was murdered for trying to change how business was done in the Windy City.
Marco Valentini may be heir to Chicago's most powerful crime family, but he dreams of legitimacy—and of the fascinating seamstress who's caught his eye. When his sister's torn dress brings him to Ruby's shop, he discovers a woman as skilled at uncovering the truth as she is at concealing it.
As Ruby and Marco's worlds collide, they find themselves entangled in a web of corruption that reaches from Chicago's speakeasies to its highest social circles. Ruby's mother left behind a dangerous evidence hidden in decades of elegant dresses that could bring down some of the city's most powerful men. Now Ruby must decide if finding justice for her mother is worth risking not only her business but also her heart.
When a police raid threatens everything Ruby has built, she discovers that Marco harbors secrets of his own—about her mother, his family, and a shared dream of bridging Chicago's divided worlds. Together, they might have the power to finish what Ruby's mother started... if the past doesn't destroy them first.
Dangerous Patterns is the first book in a sweeping historical romance series that weaves together fashion, family legacy, and forbidden love in a changing world. Perfect for readers who
Strong, ambitious heroinesPowerful heroes with hidden depthsHistorical romance with high stakesStories of family loyalty and betrayalRich period detail and glamourStar-crossed lovers defying society's rules"Some patterns are worth breaking every rule for..."
Ruby Washington has built her reputation as Chicago's most talented seamstress by keeping secrets. Every dress she creates holds the confidences of its wearer, from society wives to jazz singers. But her greatest secret is one she her mother didn't die in an accident twenty years ago—she was murdered for trying to change how business was done in the Windy City.
Marco Valentini may be heir to Chicago's most powerful crime family, but he dreams of legitimacy—and of the fascinating seamstress who's caught his eye. When his sister's torn dress brings him to Ruby's shop, he discovers a woman as skilled at uncovering the truth as she is at concealing it.
As Ruby and Marco's worlds collide, they find themselves entangled in a web of corruption that reaches from Chicago's speakeasies to its highest social circles. Ruby's mother left behind a dangerous evidence hidden in decades of elegant dresses that could bring down some of the city's most powerful men. Now Ruby must decide if finding justice for her mother is worth risking not only her business but also her heart.
When a police raid threatens everything Ruby has built, she discovers that Marco harbors secrets of his own—about her mother, his family, and a shared dream of bridging Chicago's divided worlds. Together, they might have the power to finish what Ruby's mother started... if the past doesn't destroy them first.
Dangerous Patterns is the first book in a sweeping historical romance series that weaves together fashion, family legacy, and forbidden love in a changing world. Perfect for readers who
Strong, ambitious heroinesPowerful heroes with hidden depthsHistorical romance with high stakesStories of family loyalty and betrayalRich period detail and glamourStar-crossed lovers defying society's rules"Some patterns are worth breaking every rule for..."
60 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 22, 2025
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Anika Jade
19 booksAnika Jade crafts multicultural romance where passion meets power and love knows no boundaries. With a unique perspective on modern relationships, she specializes in stories that bridge cultural divides and explore diverse representations in love. When not crafting her next romance, Anika can be found traveling the world or dancing at concerts. She draws inspiration from her close-knit family, global adventures, and the belief that every love story deserves its own soundtrack!
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