In the glittering world of 1940s New York, Hattie James has everything—until a single phone call destroys it all.
For Hattie, every mission is a gamble — and the heart is always the highest risk.
Her father, a respected diplomat, is arrested for espionage.
Forced into a dangerous new reality, Hattie is pulled into a world of covert operations, shifting loyalties, and hidden agendas that stretch from New York to Rio de Janeiro.
As the war intensifies, so do the risks.
“Intrigue at its best.”
This is a series where:
Nothing is as it seems
Loyalty is constantly tested
And survival depends on who you trust
Perfect for readers who love WWII espionage thrillers with strong female leads, international intrigue, and emotional stakes.
🎧 Narrated by Eliza Foss
Begin With Book One
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Book 1
A glamorous life destroyed by accusation—and a dangerous truth waiting to be uncovered.
Book 2
The mission deepens as alliances shift and danger closes in.
Book 3
Trust becomes a liability in a world built on deception.
Book 4
Everything is on the line—and survival may come at a cost.
The Characters
Hattie James → A rising performer forced into espionage, willing to risk everything to protect her family.
Maya Reyes → A club owner in Rio with her own secrets—and a connection to Hattie that changes everything.
Eva Machado → Hattie’s estranged mother, whose past choices still ripple into the present.
Karl James → Hattie’s father, a diplomat caught in a dangerous web of espionage and impossible decisions.
David Townsend → A loyal ally and trusted friend who stands beside Hattie in a world of uncertainty.
Heinz Baumann → A ruthless Nazi intelligence officer determined to correct past failures—no matter the cost.
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