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Awake In The Shadows

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Reads 116
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Parts 42
Time 2h 6m

In the sleepy town of Willow Creek, Emily Thompson wakes up next to a dead body-again. With a history of sleepwalking and two more murders following suit, she becomes the prime suspect in a terrifying spree that has the town on edge.

Detective Sarah is convinced she's got her killer, but as the evidence piles up, so do the doubts. With her fiancé Mark conveniently out of town and her best friend Lisa harboring secrets, Emily can't even trust herself.

As alliances shift and the body count rises, Emily must confront her darkest fears to catch a killer. But what if the person you're running from is closer than you think?

Dive into a labyrinth of betrayal, hidden pasts, and dark desires. 'Awake in the Shadow' will keep you guessing until the last page is turned.All Rights Reserved

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