In the near future of 2045, a world reshaped by the Cluster Revolution and cutting-edge technology, three young and wealthy friends from Chicago navigate a life of privilege and unexpected adventures. Ralph, a smart and handsome young man, often finds himself in hilariously unfortunate situations despite his powerful father's influence. Hailey, the clever and sweet daughter of a high-ranking government official, balances beauty and brains, frequently stressing over her intense studies. Neil, the joker of the group, brings laughter and light-hearted chaos, sometimes leading the trio into trouble that requires all their efforts to resolve.
Their comfortable dynamic takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of a new student, who unknowingly steers Ralph's chaotic life into even wilder territory. But when a mysterious anomaly engulfs the friends, they are thrust back in time to an era long forgotten, launching them into a thrilling and perilous adventure.
Together, Ralph, Hailey, and Neil must strengthen their bonds and rely on each other as they embark on a quest to return to 2045. Their journey through the past is filled with heart-pounding excitement, astonishing discoveries, and moments of true friendship and love. As they search for the clues that hold the key to their escape, they find themselves learning valuable lessons and growing closer than ever. Join them on this extraordinary journey as they seek answers in a bygone era to find their way back to the present they once knew.
Haunted secrets, damsels in distress (who rescue themselves), and forbidden romances...
Hailey unwillingly accompanies her parents on a family vacation to New Orleans, right in the middle of a hot and humid summer. This is a trip she desperately wants to avoid. However, her attitude changes when, on a picnic stop to one of the many tours her mother planned for the family, she discovers an intriguing underground cellar. Upon investigating further, she finds this place contains a mysterious warning and the writings of another young woman, Clara, who settled in New Orleans decades before.
The story explores the parallel lives of these two teenagers, while they simultaneously unravel a dark secret that plagues the land. Each girl has the power to change a fate they did not choose and eventually find their true selves by following their hearts.
Placed #2 in the Universal Writing Contest (UWC)