Reborn Queen of Masks: From Ashes to Adoration
"I died twice. Once, as a Mafia Queen. Once, as a powerless heiress. Both times… I was betrayed."
In her first life, Veronica Lin was untouchable
Raised by the Mafia. Crowned in blood.
Feared by nations.
But she made one fatal mistake
She fell in love.
And the man she gave her heart to?
“You trusted the wrong person,” he whispered, just before the bullets tore through her chest.
Across the city, in a gilded mansion, another girl was dying.
Amy Lin.
A fragile heiress with a golden last name, yet nothing to call her own.
Betrayed by her cheating husband.
Used by her best friend.
Ignored by her so-called husband's family.
And when she discovered the truth, when she finally found the courage to speak up?
They silenced her.
Pushed her from a balcony and smiled while she fell.
The next morning, her entire family was found dead, her parents, brothers, and sister, all labeled a tragedy, forgotten as an accident.
Two women.
Two murders.
One moment.
“If I had your strength, I wouldn’t have died like this,” Amy whispered in the darkness between worlds.
“If I had your second chance, I wouldn’t waste it,” Veronica replied.
They made a deal.
Now, Veronica wakes up in Amy’s body.
Same name. Same face.
But the soul behind those eyes?
Is not Amy.
She’s not soft.
She’s not kind.
She’s not here to be loved.
She’s here to bury the past and burn the future.
“They want Amy Lin to stay dead?”
“Fine. Veronica Lin is back.”
Her goals are simple:
– Rebuild an empire in the shadows.
– Destroy every name on her hit list.
– And never, ever fall in love again.
No more weakness.
No more trust.
No more mercy.
“Love?” She laughs. “I buried that with both of our bodies.”
But fate loves to twist the knife.
Enter Lucas—the cold, unreadable bodyguard who never cared about Amy before.
Now, he watches her every move.
He sees the shift.
He knows she’s not the girl she once was.
“Who are you really?” he asks.
“Does it matter?” she replies.
He wants her.
She wants revenge.
And somewhere between obsession, secrets, and bloodshed, their lives begin to unravel.
The elite academy?
Her hunting ground.
The fake husband?
Already marked for death.
The world that wronged her?
About to bleed.
She ruled the underworld once.
Now, she’s taking the high throne above it.
And if anyone thinks they can stop her?
They’re already too late.
You can’t kill a queen who’s already died.
You can only kneel.
I started this novel thinking it would be your average rebirth revenge story. I was so wrong—and I’ve never been happier to be wrong in my life. The female lead, Veronica Lin (a.k.a. Amy), is pure brilliance. She’s not just strong—she’s terrifyingly intelligent, emotionally complex, and carries a tragic weight that makes every win feel EARNED. Her transformation from a betrayed heiress to a calculating queen in disguise is so satisfying to read. Lucas? Cold on the outside, obsessed on the inside. His confession in Chapter 26 gave me actual chills. He was SENT to kill her?? TWICE?? And instead, he chose her over an ancient shadow Court?? I AM NOT OKAY. Every chapter builds tension—whether it’s school face-slaps, underworld secrets, or mafia flashbacks. You get revenge, mystery, romance, and emotional gut-punches all wrapped in sleek writing and perfect pacing. Even the side characters shine—Iris, the Lin siblings, Alexis—they’re not just filler. They’re family. And let’s talk about the ending of Chapter 26. The phone call. “My daughter will be needing worthy rivals.” And then Serena is crowned as the next Lady of the Court, staring at a board covered in red string and photos of everyone I love? I’m scared. I’m THRILLED. I’m INVESTED. This is not just a revenge story. It’s a psychological war, a power struggle, and a love story that burns like fire. If you’re not reading this, you’re missing out on one of the most compelling female-lead stories I’ve ever read. I Binge-Read to Chapter 26 and Now I Need Therapy and the Next Chapter—Immediately. Now, dear author, please update faster—I’m begging you. 😭🔥❤️
This is your Shameless Author who gives 5 stars to her own novel — Because I Deserve It. If you love stories where the heroine rises from the ashes—not quietly, but with style, vengeance, and a wicked smile—welcome to the novel that might just consume your soul (in the best way). Set in a modern world where elite high schools meet corporate boardrooms and whispers of underworld power dance behind glittering masks, this story is a high-stakes blend of dark elegance and emotional fire. Expect twists that hurt, romance that burns, and drama that devours sleep schedules. The pacing? Fast and sharp. There’s no waiting around—every chapter throws you deeper into a web of secrets, emotional gut-punches, power plays, and razor-sharp banter. From whispered threats behind glass walls to tense ballroom standoffs, the tension never lets go. The romance? Unhinged and unforgettable. The male lead is cold to the world, warm only to one. The female lead? Brilliant, broken, dangerous, and slowly falling—not into weakness, but into something far scarier: trust. Their chemistry is so explosive you’ll feel the heat through the screen. Every moment between them is a power struggle disguised as intimacy. And yes—comedy. Beneath the shadows and schemes, the novel has bite and sass. Whether it's dry one-liners from side characters, unexpected slapstick in elite settings, or savage clap backs that make you grin mid-battle, the humor hits right when you need it. The side characters? Not just decoration. Each one is layered, alive, and matters. No background filler here—everyone has a role to play, a story to tell, and a reason to make you care (or scream). This isn’t just a story. It’s a ride—a glittering battlefield where every glance hides a weapon, every love confesses a wound, and every win comes at a cost. No spoilers. Just this: once you start, you won’t stop. And once you reach the end—you’ll want to start again, just to feel the thrill one more time.