Never Love A Stranger

A Dangerous Desire

Set against the glittering neon backdrop of postwar Los Angeles, Never Love a Stranger introduces Eddie Kelly, an orphan determined to rewrite his destiny. Drawn into the dangerous embrace of mob boss Salvatore Romano, he swaps the cold corridors of the orphanage for opulent nightclubs and secret gambling dens. In smoky jazz lounges, under streetlamps that flicker like distant promises, Eddie’s ambition ignites, propelling him toward power and peril in equal measure—where every choice could cost him his soul.

The Shadows of Betrayal

As Eddie ascends the perilous hierarchy, he encounters the captivating Laura Sullivan, a society darling whose wit and beauty both fascinate and frighten him. Bound by secrecy and torn between two worlds, Eddie must navigate a labyrinth of loyalty tests and hidden agendas. When betrayal strikes from an unexpected quarter—the trusted lieutenant who covets more than respect—Eddie learns that in the underworld, even love can be weaponized, and trust fractures like shattered crystal under pressure. Caught between devotion and duty, his heart becomes his greatest vulnerability.

Redemption in the City of Angels

In a city where ambition blinds and alliances shift like desert sands, Eddie faces his ultimate reckoning. Following a violent showdown that leaves both friend and foe reeling, he embarks on a perilous quest for redemption that tests his courage to the core. From the fog-laced piers of San Francisco to the sun-drenched boulevards of Beverly Hills, every step challenges him to decide: cling to vengeance, or embrace forgiveness and find his true self. The final chapter unveils a surprising truth—proving that even the hardest hearts can heal amid chaos.

Harold Robbins

. Harold Robbins was one of the most widely read authors of the 20th century, known for his bold fiction that explored the interplay of power, passion, and corruption. With over 700 million copies sold worldwide, his novels remain timeless explorations of human desire, ambition, and the resilience of the human spirit.