Kelpie

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"People often complained about the stench of rotting leaves and putrid water. But to Jessica the wetlands were beautiful. It felt eerie and lonely. But also felt earthy and real. There was life here, but also the whispering reminder of death."

Introvert Jessica has always been the black sheep of her town. She finds no joy in associating herself with the everyday bustle of other people. Instead she finds solace in the swamp of which the town is built around. 

The swamp is dark and mysterious, and Jessica is strangely drawn to it. Even when people start turning up dead. 



⭕ STATUS: Coming soon 
*Chapter 1 teaser out*

💬 LANGUAGE: Australian English [en-AU]

🔸 WORD COUNT: TBA //Full-length story 

⚠️ Rated MATURE (recommend ages 15+)
Contains violence, mild language, horror and mature scenes.
Certain content may be sensitive/ triggering/ distressing to some readers.
Reader discretion is advised.

This is a work of fiction. All names, characters, businesses, places, events and incidents in this book are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

 🖼️ Cover art by Walerinaa:
https://www.deviantart.com/walerinaaAll Rights Reserved

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Chapter 1: Bus Ride Home
Mon, Apr 10, 2023

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Chapter 1: Bus Ride Home
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