Echoes of Deception plunges readers deeper into the world of Riley Blake-known in the shadows as Zero-where erased identities refuse to stay buried and every truth comes at a cost. When a quiet retrieval unravels into something far larger, Riley is forced to confront ghosts she believed long dead: a mother whose disappearance may have been engineered, a man who shouldn't be alive, and a sister living unknowingly at the edge of a dangerous convergence. As encrypted messages surface and old alliances fracture, the lines between mission, loyalty, and blood begin to blur. Spanning continents and hidden corridors of power, Echoes of Deception is a tense, character-driven thriller about what happens when the past starts moving-and the shadows begin to answer back.

Simone Blackwell is a passionate storyteller who blends romance, espionage, murder, and suspense into gripping narratives. With a deep love for art, culture, and travel, Simone infuses rich details and immersive settings into every story, bringing characters and locations to life.The debut novel, Shadows of Zero, introduces readers to Riley Blake?a skilled sniper with a mysterious past?set against a backdrop of global intrigue and high-stakes missions. Beyond fiction, Simone also explores creativity through a book on doodling Zentangle, inspired by a lifelong love for art and reconnecting with the inner child.When not writing, Simone enjoys discovering new cultures, honing artistic skills, and embracing personal growth.Stay connected for updates on upcoming books and exclusive content.