The Shades of Rich
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Last published Mon, Jun 14, 2021
"Only time will tell, love. Until then go hide behind a pew like my good little church girl."
"Beware new kid. Life doesn't work according to your wishes"
"This is just how sweet freedom tastes in an elite's context"
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Peyton Adair's scholarship to Lone Bell Academy was a highway to heaven but when she loses touch with her childhood friend Sam, her life tilts to a negative end.
Lone Bell Academy, known for its tie-in with the elites of the country had problems of its own that start resurfacing once Peyton steps in.
The death of a classmate, the hidden truth behind the death and a simple game of Simon says.
Peyton's futile attempt in solving the mystery was noticed by some and they won't keep quiet about it.
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