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Unraveling Shadows

yellowsushine23

Reads 124
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Parts 8
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Reads 124
Votes 14
Parts 8
Time 45m

yellowsushine23

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In the mysterious town of Willowbrook, Emily, a seemingly typical teenage girl, grapples with an undiagnosed bipolar disorder, causing erratic mood swings that bewilder her friends and worry her family. 
In a moment of desperation, parents sought out Dr. Hawthorne, an isolated guidance counselor at Emily's school, aiming to aid in untangling the mystery shrouding her tumultuous thoughts.

As the story unfolds, a series of inexplicable events haunt Emily's life, leading her to discover a haunting journal from her past, filled with cryptic writings that mirror her current struggles. This journal takes her on a journey of ancestral secrets, forcing her to confront the demons hidden within her family's history.

"Unraveling Shadows" is a gripping tale of self-discovery and mental health, blurring the line between reality and madness. As Emily's resilience shines through, readers will be taken on an emotional rollercoaster, questioning the delicate balance between sanity and madness, empathy, and indifference. The narrative is captivating and suspenseful, as Emily tries to uncover the truth behind her torment and explore the complexities of the human mind.

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Echo of a Bird's Cry

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