Publisher's Synopsis
After King's near-fatal car accident in Columbia, a cascade of secrets, betrayals, and mounting tensions puts everyone's loyalty to the ultimate test. As Lace rushes to King's side, she's faced with unsettling revelations about Catalina and her connection to Karma, a powerful enemy with ties to both Lace and King's pasts. Trust becomes a fragile currency as Lace navigates her lingering doubts about King's relationships and the growing danger around them.
Back in Atlanta, Amari struggles to balance his college aspirations with the complexities of his relationships and the shadows of his past mistakes. When a confrontation at a party reveals unexpected truths, he's forced to face what it means to grow into the man his sister believes he can be. Meanwhile, Mo and Khalil's relationship deepens, but dark secrets from Khalil's past with Karma threaten to unravel everything they've built. As King, Lace, Khalil, and their crew unravel the tangled web of Karma's influence, they're forced to confront their own demons. Lace's hidden debt to Karma resurfaces, while Khalil's devastating connection to Karma's wife leads to shocking consequences. Catalina's betrayal is exposed, and a final, high-stakes mission in Columbia pits the crew against one of the most dangerous cartels in the world. With lives on the line, relationships tested, and the constant pull of life in the trenches, the crew learns that loyalty and love come at a price. As King and Lace fight to protect their family and their future, they discover that some battles require sacrifices-and not everyone makes it out unscathed. Explosive action, emotional revelations, and a love that defies the odds drive this chapter of Loyalty & Lace, proving that in the trenches, survival isn't just about staying alive-it's about staying true to the people who matter most.