Murder in These Veins
TrinityOseaHall
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  • Reads 176
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  • Parts 44
  • Time 2h 14m
TrinityOseaHall
Complete, First published Mar 23, 2023
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Secrets and lies run deep in a group of childhood friends. When Olivia and Jayden suddenly disappear, their friends are left to wonder what happened. Amara is blamed by her adoptive family for Jayden's disappearance, but she soon discovers that it was one of her own friends who killed Jayden and Sylas. However, Amara keeps this information to herself as she believes they have kidnapped Olivia and are holding her hostage.

Meanwhile, Kai becomes convinced that Emma is responsible for the disappearances, which strains their friendship and causes Kai's health to deteriorate. Elijah thinks Lucas is behind it all, but he's too afraid to speak up because Lucas knows about his drug dealing. Elijah's drug problem and abusive uncle only add to the stress, and he becomes suicidal as the case heats up.

As the investigation continues, Ezra plays detective to find her missing cousin, Olivia when Sylas, her friend searching for Olivia, ends up dead. Among the childhood friends is the murderer, who will do anything to keep their secrets hidden, even if it means murdering their friends or working with dangerous gangs to keep Olivia hostage. With the truth slowly unraveling, it becomes clear that everyone in the group has something to hide, and their secrets may be the key to solving the case.

"Murder in These Veins" is a thrilling tale of betrayal, murder, and friendship. Will the truth be revealed, or will the friends' dark secrets stay buried forever? Find out in this gripping suspense novel.
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