3rd book in the Pirates series

*WATTYS 2018 LONGLIST* Second book in the Pirates series

Certain scenes from Pirates from the point of view of Lydia Hall.

When someone dies mysteriously during a Psych experiment, Rhiannon becomes enmeshed in a conspiracy that includes both the survivors and the killer. ***** Short on cash, Rhiannon Ford signs up to take part in a social psychology experiment based on group think. But when a participant dies under mysterious circumstances, and the story surrounding that death seems mired in conflicting lies, she's quickly drawn into a web of conspiracies that merge urban legends, rivalries, and the very psychological principle the test was about. When everyone is lying, how can Rhiannon find the truth? ***** [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]

Alison's sister disappeared filming a reality show, so she goes undercover as a contestant, discovering that in some cases reality tv is all too real. ***** Alison's sister disappeared while shooting a Survivor-style reality series, so when the show gets a reboot, Alison gets herself cast as a contestant. Arriving on the island, none of the organizers seem to be giving her straight answers. Forced to manipulate the situation to stay on the show, she starts an uneasy alliance with the handsome and physically capable Travis. They even act like they're falling in love, hoping their romantic appeal will keep them on the show. But as more challenges take place, and contestants go from being injured to dying in front of the camera, Alison and Travis realize that something is wrong. They have to win this game, or they won't make it off the island alive. [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]

"I'm no detective of course, but I think this dead body might not be alive anymore." the losers invite a new girl into their group. Jane, a firecracker, but softie at heart, makes her way into the dynamic group, although in this story "shared trauma" really does bring people together. this story was inspired by a nightmare I had a couple years ago that I haven't yet shook. Take a look at my mind being warped into "It" form. Creepy cabins, mysterious intruders, and best friends along side you. i promise i'm not a psycho path i've always had weirdly descriptive dreams hehe COMPLETED :)