In the heart of London, Detective Aidan Blackwood is thrust into a labyrinth of secrets and deception when a series of murders shatter the tranquility of high society. Each victim is connected to an enigmatic painting, the key to a hidden order. As Blackwood peels back layers of family betrayals, rivalries, and a web of dark history, he discovers a world where art conceals deadly secrets. The hunt for the killer becomes a relentless quest for truth, where loyalty is tested, and the shadows of deceit grow deeper with each step. Will Blackwood unravel the mysteries of the 'Obsidian Dagger' murders before the secrets consume those entangled in their web?
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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