Guilty Until Proven Innocent
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  • Reads 17,166
  • Votes 518
  • Parts 11
  • Time 1h 52m
Ongoing, First published Oct 21, 2023
Mature
In the icy corridors of Hillcrest Academy, a secluded boarding school nestled in a wintry landscape, the vibrant lives of eight students intertwine, revealing a web of secrets and grudges. When Tyler Johnson, a popular and charismatic student, meets a tragic end during a fateful party, suspicion falls on the tightly-knit group of students, each bearing a hidden motive for wanting him gone.

Blake Abbot, the dean's daughter, harbors a dark family secret that intertwines with Tyler's past. Tristan Allister, the school's notorious bad boy, has a history of clashes with Tyler, leading to simmering animosity. Imani Jackson, the talented designer, has an unresolved conflict that hints at professional jealousy turned deadly. Jordan DeAngelo, the celebrated star athlete, conceals a rivalry that escalated to a breaking point with Tyler.

Mara Harrington, the introverted bookworm, has been hiding a crush on Tyler that took a devastating turn. Elias Lancaster, struggling with alcoholism and a troubled past, had a turbulent encounter with Tyler, leaving their relationship clouded with resentment. Summer Morgan, the acerbic cheerleader, has a well-guarded vendetta that places her in the center of the investigation. Kira Chen, the enigmatic newcomer, hides her true identity and purpose at Hillcrest Academy, a secret that intertwines with Tyler's demise.

As the layers of deception unravel and the investigation delves deeper into the students' intertwined lives, the lines between friendship and betrayal blur, and the true face of the culprit becomes increasingly elusive. With tensions rising and trust eroding, the students must confront their own demons while seeking justice for Tyler's untimely death, all while evading the penetrating gaze of an unwavering detective determined to unearth the school's darkest secrets.
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