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The Vanishing Heiress

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In the mysterious town of Ravenswood, Detective Alex Harper is called to investigate the puzzling disappearance of Victoria Montgomery, the heiress of the wealthy Montgomery family. As the story unfolds, readers are taken on a suspenseful journey that challenges their perceptions of justice, morality, and the lengths one will go to protect their secrets. In "The Vanishing Heiress," the truth is a double-edged sword, and the price of revelation may be more than anyone can bear. Get ready for a thrilling mystery that keeps you guessing until the very end.All Rights Reserved

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Deadly Silence by literacyloftbyceci

Silence can be deadly. When Emily reaches out to Sophia after years of silence, it's with a desperate plea for help. Accused of murder, Emily needs Sophia to uncover the truth. As Sophia returns to their hometown of Ravenswood, she's forced to confront the secrets they've kept hidden for so long. Secrets about her brother's tragic death, about their friendship, and about the truth that's been hiding in plain sight. Will Sophia be able to speak the unspoken words and clear Emily's name, or will the silence between them prove fatal?

The Worst is Yet to Come by 07coral

"The darkness crept around, strangling and choking me, cruelly blocking off my airway. With my hands and feet bound, I had no way to fight back; so I crumpled in a heap and accepted my fate..." At 18, homeless Ivy has already experienced the worst the world could offer. Her father has died in a freak accident and driven by grief, her mother has disappeared. But, things only get worse for Ivy as an evil man has chosen her to be his new obsession. Unknown to Ivy, he has been watching her for many years, just waiting for the right moment to snatch her and make her his perfect doll. When his chance finally arises, Ivy becomes his captive and must fight for survival. The worst is only yet to come for Ivy and she must find immense strength to overcome her kidnapper and survive this terrible ordeal. ------ #1 in abusivecontent (08/11/2024) #1 in dark (01/12/2024 #1 in alone (05/01/2025) #1 in fear (21/01/2025)

Echoes of Deception by mishxshou

In the small, picturesque town of Ravenswood, a haunting secret lies buried beneath its idyllic facade. Alice Montgomery, a troubled young woman with a dark past, returns to her childhood home after years of self-imposed exile. Haunted by mysterious memories and plagued by relentless nightmares, she is determined to uncover the truth about her family's twisted history. As Alice delves deeper into her investigation, she becomes entangled in a web of deceit, manipulation, and psychological warfare. Strange occurrences unfold around her, suggesting that someone is watching her every move. Paranoia grips her, blurring the line between reality and delusion. As the tension mounts, Alice discovers a series of cryptic clues left by her deceased father, a renowned psychiatrist who had secrets of his own. With each clue unraveled, she uncovers shocking revelations about her family's involvement in a clandestine organization known only as "The Echo Project." Unbeknownst to Alice, she is now the key to unlocking its dark secrets. Haunted by her own fractured psyche, Alice must confront her deepest fears and unravel the twisted truth before it consumes her. Along the way, she encounters a cast of complex and enigmatic characters, each with their own hidden agendas and troubled pasts. As the boundaries between sanity and madness blur, Alice's relentless pursuit of the truth leads her down a perilous path, where danger lurks around every corner. Will she succumb to the darkness that haunts her or find the strength to expose the malevolent forces at play?

Two Choices by Katherine_Kit

"Cut the Mr. Knight bullshit, sweetheart. We both know I'm more than just your boss and it's futile to believe otherwise." He growls. He leaned close to my ear, feeling his hot breath on it as he spoke his next words. "You think you can get away from me, Elizabeth? Haven't I told you how that will end for you? YOU. ARE. MINE. I will kill any man who looks at you, do you understand that?" He says huskily in my ear. "Nikolaos," I whined, his grip on me becoming tighter as he spoke. Elizabeth Montgomery hasn't had an easy life, but what will happen when she bumps into the ruthless billionaire? She doesn't know he has a dangerous side and thought she escaped her monsters long ago. She needs this job, but everything comes with a price. Nikolaos Knight's contract is iron clad and his looks alone could have any girl melting at his feet, but his sights are set on her. He knows she is too good for him, but he's selfish enough to drag her into his darkness. He won't stop until all she can see is black and the sounds of her screaming his name consume her ears.

Veil of Shadows: A Murderous Symphony by EvelinxStar

In the small, picturesque town of Ravenscroft, an enigmatic murder shatters the tranquility of its idyllic existence. Renowned composer Victor Devereaux, known for his haunting melodies that spoke to the depths of the human soul, is found lifeless in his secluded mansion. As Detective Emily Harper is assigned to investigate the crime, she embarks on a treacherous journey through a labyrinth of secrets, lies, and hidden motives. As Emily delves into the murky depths of the music world, she becomes entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal, where each note holds a clue and each instrument conceals a potential suspect. From the haunted corridors of the Ravenswood Estate to the prestigious halls of the Symphony Orchestra, she must navigate through a cast of eccentric musicians, jealous rivals, and mysterious benefactors. As the investigation unfolds, Emily uncovers a chilling connection between Devereaux's compositions and the unsolved mysteries that have plagued Ravenscroft for years. From the melancholic strains of a forgotten requiem to the dissonant chords of a secret society, the symphony of intrigue crescendos, threatening to consume all who dare to unravel its dark harmonies. With time ticking away and the body count rising, Emily must decipher the cryptic messages hidden within the music, following a trail that leads her closer to the truth while ensnaring her in a perilous game of cat and mouse with a cunning and elusive killer. The fate of Ravenscroft rests in her hands as she races against the haunting echoes of a murderous symphony. Will Emily unmask the mastermind behind the musical slaughter, or will she become the next victim, trapped forever in the shadowy veil of a sinister symphony? The stage is set, the conductor awaits, and the final notes of the mystery are about to be played.

The Silent Shadows by Chercher246

In the small, isolated town of Briar Hollow, strange occurrences have begun to unsettle the once peaceful community. People are vanishing without a trace, and those who remain speak of eerie figures lurking in the dark, silent as shadows. The townsfolk are gripped by fear, unwilling to venture out after sunset. At the heart of the mystery is the abandoned Hawthorn Manor, a decaying mansion that has stood untouched on the outskirts of town for decades. Rumors swirl about its dark past, involving a family that mysteriously disappeared many years ago. Now, whispers of a curse draw curious outsiders and thrill-seekers, but none return the same-or at all. When 17-year-old Emily Weaver's best friend goes missing after daring to explore the manor, Emily is determined to uncover the truth. Armed with a mix of skepticism and desperation, she gathers a group of unlikely allies-each with their own reasons for seeking answers. Together, they delve into the chilling history of Hawthorn Manor, uncovering secrets buried deep within the town's history. As they piece together the puzzle, they discover that the manor is not just haunted by spirits of the past, but by an ancient, malevolent force that thrives on fear and darkness. The closer they get to the truth, the more dangerous their journey becomes, as the shadows seem to come alive, watching their every move. In a race against time, Emily and her friends must confront the source of the evil before it consumes them all, forcing them to face their deepest fears and uncover the long-buried secrets that could either save the town-or doom it forever.

The Ravenswood Reckoning by GeorgiaCurrie

The town of Ravenswood has always had its secrets-whispers of disappearances, strange rituals, and a curse that binds the land in darkness. At the heart of it stands Ravenswood Estate, a decaying monument to a family whose legacy is written in blood. When Elias Ravenswood IV is found murdered in his own home-his body posed in a grotesque ritual, his lips sewn shut with golden thread-Detective Celeste Marlowe is called to unravel the mystery. A seasoned investigator with ghosts of her own, Celeste knows that some cases never truly end. As she steps into the shadowed halls of the Ravenswood Estate, she feels it instantly: this house is not just a crime scene. It's alive. And it's waiting. The deeper she digs, the more the walls seem to close in. The townspeople speak of a family curse, of a reckoning long overdue. The suspects-each with their own secrets-drip with guilt, but something far worse lurks beneath the surface. The clues don't just point to Elias's death; they lead Celeste back to a night long buried in her own past, a night she has no memory of... but one that has never forgotten her. As the bodies start to pile up, Celeste realizes she isn't just hunting a killer-she is part of the story, a thread in a tapestry of death woven long before she was born. Someone has been waiting for her to return. And they won't let her leave. In Ravenswood, the past never dies. It waits.

D is for Deception: A Langley & Porter Mystery by ANHorton1227

This story will become free on July 5, 2023. They will stop at nothing. So Charlotte won't either. Desperate to save her family from the organized crime syndicate that is the Keene family, our heroine has devised a plan. One which requires shipping all of her new friends halfway across the world and distancing herself from everyone she cares about. Dying her hair and taking on the role of the rich heiress lost in London, she infiltrates the city's most powerful family in an attempt to bring them down from within. Though, despite the knowledge she's gained of the elite from living with the Langley's for months, she soon realizes that nothing could have prepared her for George Keene or, perhaps worse, his deceptively handsome son, Camden. Alone and with only her wits to get her through, will she manage a feat no one has attempted before? Or will she fall prey to the dangerous charms of the Keenes once and for all? This is book four of the Langley & Porter Mystery Series. Content warning: This story contains violence.

Castle: A Psychological Romantic Thriller by KittyKash92

Millicent Davis hates her life with her uncle and jumps at the chance to work for the famously rich and influential family Montgomery's-who are in need of a nanny. After all, how difficult can it be to tame a spoilt rich brat? Until Millie realizes that Castle Montgomery isn't exactly a bratty kid. He's a grown man, the enigmatic heir to a billion-dollar empire. Castle has no memory of who he is or the tragic accident that stole his past. Drawn to the silent man, Millie soon realizes that something isn't right within the walls of the grand estate. Strange occurrences, cryptic messages, and buried secrets begin to unravel, each one more chilling than the last. As the lines between truth and deception blur, Millie must help Castle piece together his past before the darkness lurking in the Montgomery mansion consumes them both. Because in a house full of secrets, some things are better left forgotten... PUBLISHING ON KINDLE 28TH FEB 2025. All Rights Reserved 2025 © Kashmira Kamat

The Merryweather Jewel Thefts. by TiNyDiAmOnD101

Can a diamond ring really disappear from a table into thin air? How can it be possible for an emerald necklace to vanish from a locked safe, the code of which only the owner knows? And how on earth does a ruby bracelet disappear from a lady's wrist while she is eating dinner? These are all questions Alianna Winter must answer, if she is to solve the mystery of the Merryweather Jewel Thefts. But, as Allie fully knows, nothing is ever as straightforward as it first appears. -The second book in the Alianna Winter series. Her earlier cases: 1.Death At Scarlet Leaf Her later cases: 3.A House On The Hill 4.Murder Is At Hand 5. The Incident Concerning The Alsatian Dog 6. At The Plaza Majestic 7.Madame Juror 8.A Murder Shall Commence 9.The Impossible Poisoning 10.The Final Endgame The Toby Smart Spin-offs: What Makes A Detective What Breaks A Detective

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Deadly Silence

Silence can be deadly. When Emily reaches out to Sophia after years of silence, it's with a desperate plea for help. Accused of murder, Emily needs Sophia to uncover the truth. As Sophia returns to their hometown of Ravenswood, she's forced to confront the secrets they've kept hidden for so long. Secrets about her brother's tragic death, about their friendship, and about the truth that's been hiding in plain sight. Will Sophia be able to speak the unspoken words and clear Emily's name, or will the silence between them prove fatal?