The Golden Lotus, her family's prestigious dinner club, has long been a haven for diplomats and shadowy figures alike, but when her father is arrested for treason, Lily's safe world shatters. With her family on the brink of collapse, Lily must step into the shadows to find answers.

Guided by the enigmatic Alex Harrison, a naval officer with secrets of his own, and Jin, a hardened informant with a vendetta against the city's corrupt powers, Lily embarks on a dangerous journey. The streets are alive with rebellion, soldiers patrol the city under siege, and trust is a luxury she can't afford.

As Lily uncovers layers of betrayal and deceit, she realizes that her father's arrest was just the beginning. Pulled deeper into the world of espionage, she must outmaneuver enemies on all sides, setting her on the path to becoming a key player in the city's underground intelligence network.

Shadows of the Golden Lotus is the gripping origin of Lily Chen's road from an unsuspecting flower seller to a master of intelligence gathering. If you love stories of political intrigue, powerful heroines, and cities under siege, this novel will keep you on the edge of your seat.