Snapshot
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Snapshot utilises conventions of drama to evoke feelings of sympathy and small aspects of suspense. It covers the story of someone who has no memory of their mother who fled during their infancy, and all that they know of her is a simple photograph. The purpose of the story is to identify that even though we may chase our dreams they will not always end in fruition.
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Ellie didn't know taking her mother on a vacation would lead to becoming something more surprising. Finding out about her mothers past with a King, to knowing about hidden secrets regarding those she loved and trusted the most. ***************************************************** Please don't judge by the description above. Read the Prologue and comment if interested in the story then I will start to post.
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