One "s M u U i R c D i E d R e".
Yeah, a murder disguised in a seeming suicide, a rebus to crack..
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Lia, the HOD of the crime branch in Roseland, along with her crew of Brian, Phoenix, Lily, Jill and Joe, steps onto a path glazed in gore and blood as they are on track to crack a 'S' uicid 'E' case.
Though they assume that this was going to end up like all the other fake suicide cases they have seen and think that the first murderer they found is the don behind the happening, they find him dead in a similar way. Vague suspicions and traces lead them to a woman who calls herself Rosa, but have never her seen before.The case that they anticipated to have a quick end, pulls them into believing that it was never the same; a 'S'cary chain of victims fall prey...
When Lia finally joins all the dots and finds the link between all the victims, she falls unconscious.
Will she finally find Rosa? Read the book to know!
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"It all started with a word that begins with 's' and ends with 'e', but turned out to be another word which had the same beginning, but a different end, all this not in a game of 'words', but 'swords'..."
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🏅BEST BLURB (One shots) @ The Strawberry Milkshake Awards
🏅Honourable Mention (One shots) @ The Strawberry Milkshake Awards
🥉3rd Place (Short story) @ The Inn Awards
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Thanks for being here!
Note: Chapter zero is an independent cliffhanging short story in itself. The book will further be updated with chapters, but ch0 is both a chapter in the book and a one shot standalone short story. For one shot and short story entries for awards, please consider only that chapter. Thanks!
Meet Thakur Rudra Pratap Singh, a 35-year-old man who heads the powerful Mandawa Thakur family, known for their historical dominance. Despite being immensely wealthy and influential, his heart is hardened due to internal family conflicts, turning him into a stoic figure. He made a solemn vow to his mother to prioritize the family above all else, even sacrificing the prospect of marriage to dedicate himself entirely to their success.
However, his devotion to his family becomes his burden as they become the source of his inner turmoil. His tough exterior makes him unapproachable, instilling fear in those who dare to interact with him.
Yet, fate intervenes and introduces someone unexpected into his life.
Enter Paridhi, a 22-year-old girl from an upper-middle-class family. She exudes sweetness and innocence, though she tends to keep to herself, opening up only to those close to her. Her life seems on track, especially as she nears the fulfillment of her dream: marrying the love of her life. However, when circumstances force her to compromise and accept her family's wishes, she reluctantly complies.
But what happens when their significant age difference becomes a factor? Will they be able to bridge the gap and accept each other despite the odds stacked against them?
This is a tale of shattered trust, broken by those closest to them. Amidst such turmoil, will they find understanding and acceptance in each other's arms?
Do not copy.