Yuri and her friends, Shaniqua and Felicia, are excitedly preparing for Christmas when Yuri discovers a mysterious, glowing box in the basement. That night, unable to shake her curiosity, Yuri returns to investigate and is transported to a dark realm. The entity within the box, known as The Creeper, takes control of Yuri's body, leaving her trapped.
The Creeper, disguised as Yuri, roams the house and the woods, preying on unsuspecting victims. Shaniqua and Felicia notice Yuri's odd behavior and embark on a quest to find and save their friend. They encounter an elderly guardian who reveals the true nature of The Creeper and gives them a potion of light to defeat it.
In a tense showdown, the girls use the potion to banish The Creeper and free Yuri. Reunited, they finish decorating for Christmas and celebrate their victory. The experience strengthens their bond, and they learn the true power of friendship and love.
The Creeper's Shadow is a thrilling tale of courage, friendship, and the triumph of light over darkness.
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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