Faceless

Grieving the sudden loss of her beloved Nick, artist Sarah seeks solace and a fresh start by accepting a commission to complete the unfinished works of John Monroe Vance, a famous artist who vanished years ago. At the Vance family estate, she meets Jason Monroe, the estate manager and a kindred spirit who understands her grief and shares her passion for art. Their connection deepens into a profound love, offering Sarah a glimmer of hope amidst her sorrow. However, their burgeoning romance is disrupted by a shocking revelation: Jason is not just an assistant; he is Jason Monroe Vance, the grandson of the missing artist.

Sarah and Jason discover that John Monroe Vance's disappearance was not voluntary. He had uncovered dark secrets within his own family, secrets connected to corruption and crime, which he depicted in a series of hidden paintings. These secrets are what led to his "faceless" disappearance, his identity erased by the powerful Vance family. Nick's investigation into a related incident brought him too close to the truth, resulting in his own untimely death, initially ruled an accident.

Sarah and Jason embark on a dangerous quest to uncover the hidden paintings and expose the Vance family's crimes. Their investigation leads them through the city, deciphering cryptic clues left by John Monroe Vance, ultimately leading them back to the estate, where they confront Julian Vance, Jason's father, who confesses to his role in covering up his father's disappearance.

The truth is finally revealed, bringing justice for John Monroe Vance and closure for Sarah regarding Nick's death. Through this shared ordeal, Sarah and Jason's love deepens, offering them both healing and a future together. Sarah's artistic journey intertwines with the uncovering of the truth, and she finally understands the meaning behind the title of her novel, "Faceless," realizing its connection to both John Monroe Vance and her own journey of overcoming grief and finding her true self.