A Song Within The Shadows
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This is the story of a girl who had lost all hope, but who had learned to grow.
A beautiful priestess who was known as Gwyneth, who had invisible scars and mental bonds choking her down-drowning her in the dark depths of her own mind.
This is the story of a High Fae nymph with honey-amber hair, freckled face, and large teal eyes. This is her untold story of loving herself again, trusting others, making unbreakable friendships, and accepting the beautifully scarred outstretched hand.
She was nothing, but now she is a warrior. She will be respected, she will be feared.
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This story does have quotes and storyline from A Court of Silver Flames alongside my own writing and ideas.
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