Whispers of the Southern Sky

About the Book

Ashley Parker-Dmitri, an interior designer of the prestigious NYC Company, never imagined that her career would lead her to the distant shores of New Zealand. The billionaire’s offer arrived like a cryptic message—a riddle wrapped in intrigue. Despite her initial refusal, the company insisted, their resolve unyielding. And so, Ashley found herself at Auckland Airport, her frustration simmering. A driver and a butler awaited her, their expressions as enigmatic as the assignment itself. Who was this mysterious client? Why the cloak-and-dagger routine? As the car wound through rolling hills, she glimpsed the Southern Cross—a constellation foreign to her Northern Hemisphere eyes. It felt like a secret handshake between continents—a celestial nod to her journey’s purpose. But still, she lacked a name, a face, anything beyond the nebulous promise of design.

About the Author

Melanie Lear: A Literary Journey In the bustling city of Cebu, Philippines, Melanie Sacay Lizardo—better known as Melanie Lear in the publishing world—embarks on a long-awaited quest: to share her creative soul with the world. Her cozy apartment, nestled amidst the vibrant streets, serves as both sanctuary and inspiration. An Applied Linguistics major by day, Melanie’s affinity for language and expression led her to her current position. But it was her childhood fascination with poetry—particularly sonnets—short stories, and impassioned speeches that ignited her artistic flame. Even then, she wove words like threads, stitching together her dreams and experiences. Beyond academia, Melanie wears the mantle of an advocate. Her heart beats for gender equality, a cause she champions with unwavering resolve. She stands as a shield against domestic violence, a beacon of hope for those seeking refuge. And in the darkest corners, she fights against the insidious specter of sexual assault, her voice echoing through the corridors of change.