"The Stolen Necklace" is a mystery story about Detective James, who is hired by a wealthy businessman to investigate the disappearance of his prized diamond necklace. As Detective James delves deeper into the case, he questions the guests and staff at the gala event where the necklace was stolen. After exhausting all leads, he finally discovers the thief, a struggling artist who had taken the necklace out of desperation for money. The story highlights Detective James' skills as an investigator and his compassion for the thief, as he ensures she receives the help and support she needs to turn her life around.
When Jane Madarang's neighbor Natalie kills herself and leaves behind cryptic instructions, it's up to Jane and her classmates to unearth deadly secrets.
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Natalie Driscoll is dead.
She threw herself out a window and left her neighbor Jane to unravel their town's darkest secrets. Following Natalie's instructions leads Jane to three other high school students who all have something to hide. The four of them must carry out Natalie's final errand while solving the mysteries written in her diary. But the secrets they unearth may be far more dangerous than what they ever imagined.
Content and/or trigger warning: This story contains scenes of suicide, violence and murder that may be triggering for some readers.
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