Dysfunctional Family
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MatureOngoing2h 31m
Last published Sun, Oct 2, 2022
Gabi and her 3 kids work hard to free themselves from the aftermath of her abusive husband's death. Now with his unsettled debt, she has a target on her back that makes them stick out like a sore thumb; to the worst crowd.
As Tragedy strikes to keep this loving family apart, a detective Abigail Miller and Jacklean Davis track a killer and his targets to discover a much more sinister organisation afoot.
From the moment they step into Gabi's life, the stage is set for a relentless pursuit of truth and justice. With each revelation, the boundaries between reality and illusion blur, leaving Gabi questioning her own sanity.
Dysfunctional family is a tale of loss, redemption, and the relentless pursuit of forgiveness, love, and acceptance. Through vivid descriptions, atmospheric settings, and complex characters, Fiso weaves a haunting narrative exploring the depths of human emotions and the enduring power of desperation.
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