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Better Off Dead

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Parts 35
Time 5h 40m

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Stella used to spend all her summers with her parents at their summer house in Walnut Grove, where she met her best friend Brit - a popular, pretty star cheerleader. And Stella could never understand why Brit choose to be friends with her. But she did, and every summer, they were inseparable. 

Until last September when Brit went missing. 

After months of searching, police presume Brit to be dead, and everyone in Walnut Grove moved on. But now it is the summer after, and Stella is back at their summer house, and new evidence starts to come out.
There's a new body found of a local girl, and someone seems to be leaving Stella mysterious notes.

Could the two girls be connected? 
Who is the killer? 
And what roles do Brit's ex-boyfriend Trevor and mysterious guy Jake play in all of this?All Rights Reserved

cheerleader dead friendship girl highschool investigation lake love lovestory missing murder mysterious mystery oregon romance secrets summer summerlove teen teenagers teenfiction teenmystery teenromance youngadult

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Speaking Isn't My Strong Point by Gemsnjewels

"Why do you care?" I whispered out. "I worry about you and I have no clue why," he explained honestly which did make my heart sink a little. -_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- With no mother and no father to guide the way, Leia Owens tried to continue on in her unexciting life. Making friends was difficult for her and without company a normal human would go crazy, right? In just a few weeks, Leia's life changed drastically. But was it for good or bad? Mason Daniels was a cheeky, but mysterious, boy who couldn't help but be the most gossiped guy in school. Everyone loved him and his friends. However, Mason hated his life and the secret that he had to live with. He didn't like keeping it, but for his own sake, he had to. With an egotistical jerk and an awkward nerd for partners on an English project, who knew that those two would make the perfect pair. They certainly didn't anyway.

What Happened That Night by LyssFrom1996

WATTPAD ORIGINAL EDITION Everyone knew Clara was in love with Griffin, the most popular and perfect kid at school - so no one understands why her older sister, Emily, murdered him. ***** Golden boy Griffin Tomlin is found dead, floating in his pool, the morning after his family's Labor Day party. Clara Portfield's older sister, Emily, is arrested for his murder. No one knows why she killed him - except for Clara. The mystery is uncovered in dual timelines: In the present, Clara, burdened by a heavy secret, struggles with the aftermath of the murder. And In a series of flashbacks, the events that brought Clara, Emily and Griffin together are revealed: a crush, an obsession and a shocking twist. (𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐩𝐚𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬) 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐆𝐄𝐑 𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐄𝐗𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐔𝐋𝐓

Easier to Lie by bluejeanauthor

Reggie and Leah have always been best friends. Upon high school graduation, they make their first unsupervised vacation trip to Myrtle Beach. They need the time away to relax, not just because college is in their future but also because they're been a serial killer in their hometown of Sedona, South Carolina. The summer is full of love and laughter and marriage, but when Reggie's high school crush comes to town the killings begin to happen at the beach. Life isn't rainbows and butterflies back in Sedona with Reggie's parents either. They've been having trouble unbeknownst to Reggie. Will their secrets tear their daughter apart, or is the killer going to get to her first?

A Summer With Him by urfavsadgirl

(I WROTE THIS AT 14 YEARS OLD, IT'S BEEN TWO YEARS SO DON'T ATTACK ME Y'ALL FOR HOW BAD IT IS IDEK WHY IT HAS READS BUT LMFAO) "Because Heaven," he sighed as he ran his strong hands through his volumed black hair, "I never thought love was real until I met you." he said as he looked me in the eyes with those blue ocean orbs of his. I felt my heart speed up at the words that had just come out of his mouth. Aiden loves me. And I love him too ~~ Heavens a fun outgoing 17-year-old girl, she makes new friends and loves being around people. When she meets Aiden, she can't help but become sickened by his annoying and rude manner. They slowly become enemies and quickly become lovers. But what happens when Heaven's secrets get loose? Who is she putting in danger?

Five Foes, A Murder & Lies by etherealfolklore

Margo Watson was found murdered in her own home on October 13th. Leaving the town of Scattervale, with the solving of it's first murder mystery, in 30 years. Her body was found in her bathroom tub with evidence of a homicide, that led to her death. Once the autopsy came back with fingerprints from her friends, covered on her corpse, the mystery unravels. As each side of the story gets told from different perspectives. Only which side is the truth? And which is a lie? But that's not all, Margo's soul could not rest until she could remember who killed her. Forcing her to haunt her five friends who brought pain upon her, mentally and physically. In several different ways, since she moved here. Only to find out the truth, about what happened to her, that gruesome night. With her memories in shambles and even questioning her friendships. Margo wanted nothing more, than to get to the bottom of her own murder mystery, so she could move on & find peace. But when her foes as friends argue to be framed for the murder and not actual suspects. Things start to get bloody, as the town of Scattervale, point fingers, pick sides, and bid on the killer. So which one of her five foes did murder her in cold blood? And will anyone ever know the truth? There's only one way to find out.... DISCLAIMER: this story tackles very serious and disturbing topics, such as suicide, sexual assault, & drug use. If you have struggled with these topics before. This story might be triggering for you. Please be aware. Cover Art Illustrated By: Veronika Weroni Vajdova

Because of that Night (Book1) by jcc3495

Lila and Zooey become instant friends when Lila moves to the small beach town of Borne for the start of her freshman year of high school. The girls immediately get each other - knowing what the other is thinking with just a simple look. Even as high school delivers several challenging experiences for both of them, the girls remain determined to never let the setbacks and hardships affect their relationship with each other. But when Lila's boyfriend Michael dies tragically at the end of their senior year, those separate places the girls end up in leave Lila remaining in Borne while Zooey heads off for college in Chicago. Not only are the two separate from each other geographically, but through hidden secrets both have vowed to keep from each other about the terrible night of Michael's death. Five years later, Zooey returns to Borne after finishing school and the girls find themselves once again brought together in the very place that led to them pulling apart. Will they finally reveal what they both have kept hidden for so many years, or will the fear of losing each other permanently be enough to keep their secrets buried for good? ***CONTENT AND/OR TRIGGER WARNING: This series contains situations pertaining to violence, addiction, childhood trauma, sexual assault/rape, mental/emotional/physical abuse, and tragic accidents & loss of loved ones which may be upsetting for some readers. Please advise and read to your own comfort.***

(Complete) The Secret Behind It All ✔️ by MiLLiE00eLiZaBeTh

After the heartbreaking passing of her grandma, Hannah's summer takes a surprising turn. From watching her long time crush, Jason, and her best friend Kitty start dating. To seeing her mom find love again. When does the summer end? And also the fact that Hannah's worst enemy, Audrey, is trying to destroy her life. She clings to the one hope of just wanting to make her grandma proud, but at what cost?.. Along the way she discovers new friends, heartbreak, and most importantly her grandma's most prized possession that holds all of her secrets. Also thank you for clicking on this story! I wrote this during quarantine and found wattpad a few weeks ago and decided to post. Again thank you and enjoy!💗💗✨ A huge thanks to one of my best friends who drew the cover🥰 -tiktok art account: @stanpatches4clearskin -Ranked: #93 out of 8,000 (Oct 20) #642 out of 41.7K (Oct 23) #350 out of 12.2K (Oct 25)

The Vanishing Cheerleaders by Bl00mingTales

At Willow Creek High, blonde, blue-eyed cheerleaders are disappearing without a trace. The once vibrant school is now clouded with fear and uncertainty. For 21-year-old Emily Carter, the disappearances hit close to home-her younger sister, Ashley, was the latest victim. Determined to uncover the truth, Emily takes matters into her own hands. She dyes her naturally brunette hair blonde and goes undercover, joining the cheer squad to find out what really happened to her sister. Emily quickly notices something sinister: the school's bad boy, Cole Matthews, seems unusually interested in her. With his brooding looks and dangerous reputation, Cole has always given Emily the creeps, but now he's watching her more than ever. As he persistently asks her out, Emily's suspicions grow. But when her older brother, Jake, a 25-year-old police officer, suggests she take the risk and go on the date-armed with a hidden tracker-Emily agrees. What begins as a simple date soon turns into a nightmarish ordeal as Cole drives her deep into the woods. At a secluded cabin, Emily uncovers the horrifying truth: Cole has been abducting and murdering cheerleaders, including her sister. With her brother and the police closing in, Emily must use every ounce of strength and courage to survive the night and bring Cole to justice. But the scars of what she uncovers may never heal.

My Best Friend's Funeral by FictionFreakErica

Jake was Cheryl's best friend. They were super close during high school but drifted apart after Cheryl's 18th birthday bash. She is 21 now and is attending his funeral . Turns out he left a will and that is what he was killed for. She is determined to find that will and find out who his killer is but when you are in Jake Welling's house you have many other things to worry about. Like, how to dodge his uncle who keeps hitting on you, his mother who doesn't like her dress, his sister who prefers wearing a bikini than an all black gown, his brother who believes Jake is going to rise from the dead and is busy taking drugs, his grandpa's photo which is all over the house, his basement which is a place for mourners to get drunk and his room which is spic and span. Jake never kept his room spic and span. Something is wrong. The coffin is left closed and Cheryl thought she saw Jake walk past his brother who was crying and laughing at the same time. Now Cheryl wonders if he is really dead or not?

J + J by Miss_Durst

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Speaking Isn't My Strong Point cover

What Happened That Night cover

Easier to Lie cover

A Summer With Him cover

Five Foes, A Murder & Lies cover

Because of that Night (Book1) cover

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Speaking Isn't My Strong Point

"Why do you care?" I whispered out. "I worry about you and I have no clue why," he explained honestly which did make my heart sink a little. -_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- With no mother and no father to guide the way, Leia Owens tried to continue on in her unexciting life. Making friends was difficult for her and without company a normal human would go crazy, right? In just a few weeks, Leia's life changed drastically. But was it for good or bad? Mason Daniels was a cheeky, but mysterious, boy who couldn't help but be the most gossiped guy in school. Everyone loved him and his friends. However, Mason hated his life and the secret that he had to live with. He didn't like keeping it, but for his own sake, he had to. With an egotistical jerk and an awkward nerd for partners on an English project, who knew that those two would make the perfect pair. They certainly didn't anyway.