Underworld Sonata
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Last published Mon, May 8, 2023
"Underworld Sonata" is an introspective journey into the enigmatic realms of the human mind, where the demons of our deepest fears, anxieties, and insecurities reside. In this thought-provoking exploration, the book delves into the labyrinthine corridors of consciousness, and existence. It also reflects the author's vision of the places he visits in the most genuine way possible.
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[completed!] Under editing! Man kind, invincible and scared of nothing. We were the superior race, and we revelled in it. We all thought we were the ones at the top of the food chain, completely untouchable. However it was like I said, we 'thought' we were. In the darkness lurks a creature like no other, that prays upon us. Hunting us! Waiting for just the right moment to strike, to knock us off of our high pedestal and back onto the ground. I know this because I have seen this beast. Been face to face with it, battled toe to toe with this creature, fighting for what was left of my life, and I was losing! - - - - - - - - "Watch out!" I scream in alert, as a hard thudding sound pierced our ears as something slammed into our side of the car, sending a sensation of dizziness as the car spun of of control. The screeching tires dragged along the floor, with the faint stench of the irony liquid dripping from my head as it all grew still...
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