ZAKIYAH: A GRITTY URBAN FICTION THRILLER

London-based author Shelley Davis makes a striking entrance into the urban fiction genre with her debut novel, Zakiyah. A fast-paced thriller packed with vengeance, loyalty, and survival, this gripping tale follows a young woman forced to navigate a deadly world where trust is a luxury she can’t afford.

London-based author Shelley Davis makes a striking entrance into the urban fiction genre with her debut novel, Zakiyah. A fast-paced thriller packed with vengeance, loyalty, and survival, this gripping tale follows a young woman forced to navigate a deadly world where trust is a luxury she can’t afford.

Zakiyah Lemmington has always been untouchable as the only child of notorious gangster Travis Lemmington. But when her father is brutally murdered, her protection vanishes. Determined to avenge his death, she returns to her old estate, accompanied by her best friend, Kelly-Marie, ready to uncover the truth.

Trained by her father in two things—mercilessness and covering up a murder—Zakiyah must use every skill she’s learned to outwit her enemies. But her mission takes a dark turn when she discovers that Tyrone, her former high school sweetheart, has been sent to kill her. As the tension escalates, Zakiyah realises survival means playing by new rules in a dangerous game she cannot afford to lose.

Zakiyah is a powerful addition to the urban fiction thriller genre, blending crime, drama, and psychological depth into a compelling narrative. Shelley Davis masterfully crafts a story that keeps readers hooked from start to finish. For fans of raw, unflinching urban fiction, Zakiyah delivers a pulse-pounding experience that won’t be forgotten. Shelley Davis has arrived—and she’s here to stay. Zakiyah is available now—don’t miss this thrilling debut!