These Violent Delights

Set in 1920s Shanghai, this captivating debut reimagines Romeo and Juliet amidst gang rivalries, political chaos, and a mysterious monster lurking in the Huangpu River. It follows Juliette Cai, the heir to the Scarlet Gang, and Roma Montagov, her former love and rival, as they navigate a city teetering on the edge of madness. With themes of betrayal, loyalty, and looming danger, they must unite to confront a growing threat that could destroy their city—and their futures.