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Synopsis
Marisol has spent years surviving a nightmareātrapped in a marriage ruled by fear, violence, and silence. Her husband is no ordinary abuser; he is a ruthless criminal, a kingpin trafficking guns and drugs through a shadow world that stretches far beyond their home. Escaping him should have meant freedom. Instead, it leaves her with a haunting truth: as long as he remains, others will suffer as she did. Broken but unbowed, Marisol finds refuge with the Kenner du Bois Foundation, where Liath and Gabriel offer not just protection, but a path toward healing. There, as she begins to reclaim herself piece by fragile piece, she meets Erikāa man whose quiet strength and unwavering compassion show her what love was always meant to be. But healing alone isnāt enough. When Marisol makes the choice to confront her past, Erik stands beside her. Together, with the Foundation they untangle the threads of her husbandās empire, tracking the network that enabled his cruelty. What follows is a relentless pursuit of justiceāone that will demand courage, sacrifice, and a reckoning long overdue. In the end, Marisol must face the man who tried to destroy herāand decide what justice truly means. Gritty, emotional, and ultimately empowering, this is a story of survival, healing, and the fierce, hard-won strength it takes not only to escape the darknessābut to end it.
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Marisol's Retribution: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This book contains domestic violence, physical and emotional abuse, and themes of organized crime including gun and drug trafficking. The protagonist's healing journey includes confronting her abuser in a suspenseful pursuit of justice.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include domestic violence, physical abuse, and emotional abuse (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will connect with this empowering story of a woman who escapes an abusive marriage and finds the strength to fight back against her criminal husband.