In the style of a cozy mystery and classic whodunnit plot: Seventeen-year-old Liliana Defleur's summer had been pretty lazy, filled with endless days of lying around all day in pajamas, snacking, reading, texting - you name it. However, this all changes when her friend's girlfriend and own personal acquaintance is brutally murdered in cold blood, with seemingly no motive or reason behind her far-too-early demise. Soon, Liliana is thrust into the midst of a mind-boggling, tense race to find the killer to prove her friend's innocence and bring justice for the deceased before the culprit is able to end her investigations - and her life - once and for all.

His hand was slammed on the table and he shouted my name. I looked at him, startled. "I'm talking to you Annalise" he stated rather annoyed. "Oh sorry, I guess I was busy not listening" He took a deep breath in and started talking again. "You haven't eaten in two days - you need to eat." "And whose fault would that be?" I replied "Annalise I will not tell you again, eat your food." My food remained in front of me, getting colder as I poked it with some cutlery. I let go of my fork. It clattered back on the plate, sending noise through the quite house. "And I will not tell you again, I am not eating it." ----------- Eighteen-year-old Annalise Reid is a sporty and smart school girl when her world is turned on its head by none other than the one and only, Mason Reyes. Feared leader of the American Mafia, Mason is confident that he can get any girl he wants worshiping the ground he walks on but what happened when Annalise does not do what he wants? Will Mason break her into submission or will Annalise escape from the living hell that he is putting her through? Also sorry, the start is kind of rusty but if you stick at it I promise it will get better. Comments are welcome!! B xx

WARNING __________ This story is dark. It will contain dark subjects, some of which may be triggering to certain readers. Subjects that may be featured are self-harm, violence and abuse and rape. It may also mention or reference sexual themes and isn't limited to other dark topics. THIS BOOK IS NOT SMUT! There is also swearing and bad language. I AM NOT GLORIFYING THESE TYPES OF RELATIONSHIPS!! READER DISCRETION IS ADVISED! See introduction chapter for more information. DESCRIPTION ______________ Briar was 9 years old when her family was taken and locked away as hostages in the dungeons of the Emberson family. It was there she stayed, imprisoned, until she was forced into a marriage that she had no say in. Now Briar can only wish that she was back in her dark, lonely cell because she did not realize that things would get worse for her. So much worse.

Due to her father's passing and financial loss, Parker Meyers and her mother have moved from their big home in New York, to the small cozy town of Nighbury Falls. When they move into their new home, Parker finds a diary of a girl named Ken Taylor who has recently gone missing from her neighboring town, Ravenscroft. The last day Ken wrote in her diary, was the last time anyone saw her alive. Parker knows she's the only one who can solve this mystery and bring Ken home, if she's alive to bring home... Every day someone else has gone missing. Will Parker be next? *** Meet The Veridian Society. Veridian is a new way for Ravenscroft's finest to find the love of their life; their soulmate. To be initiated into this prestigious society you must come from a wealthy family with the highest of hospitality. It's hard for young adults who come from money to find true love, someone who isn't in it for the money. With Veridian, you don't ever have to worry about that. We make sure through our organization, the wealth will be kept mutually between both of your bloodlines. Unfortunately as of right now, inquiries for this association is by invitation only. The residents of Ravenscroft have the highest priority of the present date. If you are a perfect fit, you will be contacted by one of our lovely staff. Stay happy, healthy, and wealthy, The Veridian Society© Trigger Warning: This story contains depictions of death, murder, and other scary scenarios that may be triggering for some readers.