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The year is 1926, and Shanghai hums to the tune of debauchery.

A blood feud between two gangs runs the streets red, leaving the city helpless in the grip of chaos. At the heart of it all is 18-year-old Juliette Cai, a former flapper who has returned to assume her role as the proud heir of the Scarlet Gang - a network of criminals far above the law. Their only rivals in power are the White Flowers, who have fought the Scarlets for generations. And behind every move is their heir, Roma Montagov, Juliette's first love...and first betrayal.

But when gangsters on both sides show signs of instability culminating in clawing their own throats out, the people start to whisper. Of a contagion, a madness. Of a monster in the shadows. As the deaths stack up, Juliette and Roma must set their guns - and grudges - aside and work together, for if they can't stop this mayhem, then there will be no city left for either to rule.

These Violent Delights: A Thrilling Tale of Love, Power, and Revenge Set Amidst a Gang War in 1920s Shanghai

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of These Violent Delights, a spellbinding novel by Chloe Gong that transports readers to 1920s Shanghai, a city teeming with danger, intrigue, and forbidden love. As two rival gangs, the Scarlet Gang and the White Flowers, wage a ruthless war for control of the city, two young people from opposing sides find themselves caught in a web of violence and passion.

Juliette Cai, the daughter of the Scarlet Gang's ruthless leader, is a formidable force to be reckoned with. With her quick wit, cunning strategies, and mastery of martial arts, she is determined to protect her family and her territory. On the other side of the divide stands Roma Montagov, the charismatic and enigmatic heir to the White Flowers. Despite their families' animosity, Roma and Juliette share a secret history that binds them together.

As the gang war escalates, Juliette and Roma are forced to confront their feelings for each other while navigating the treacherous political landscape of 1920s Shanghai. Their love story becomes a symbol of hope amidst the chaos and brutality, offering a glimpse of a future where peace and understanding can prevail.

With its intricate plot, vivid historical setting, and complex characters, These Violent Delights is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, gangster stories, and forbidden romances. Chloe Gong's writing is both lyrical and suspenseful, taking readers on a thrilling journey through a world where love and violence dance in a delicate balance.

So dive into the pages of These Violent Delights and experience a story that will captivate your senses and linger in your memory long after you finish reading.