Sara, a 16-year-old grappling with the tumult of her parents' custody battles, escapes the cacophony of her home, seeking solace in the quiet streets. A chance encounter with Varun, a boy her age, unfolds into an unexpected friendship as they share stories under the moonlit city sky. Together, they find comfort on a deserted beach after Varun's plans with friends go awry. As the sun sets, Varun reveals a mysterious secret, transforming the tranquil beach into a place of intrigue. The moon becomes a silent witness to their shared moment, with Varun's whispered confession, The revelation adds an eerie layer to their connection, casting shadows on the sandy shores of their newfound companionship.
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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