Alexander is the well-known author of erotic novels, Merlin Savage, and he wishes to stay incognito. He has built a reputation for his explicit and titillating storytelling, but in reality, Alexander is a reserved and introverted individual who prefers a life away from the public eye. Despite the success and popularity of his novels, he craves anonymity and silence, wanting to separate his personal life from the provocative characters he creates. Alexander values his privacy dearly, understanding that being incognito allows him the freedom to explore new ideas, push boundaries, and delve into topics that society might otherwise shun.
One day, Alexander receives an email from Arachne 9, a passionate fan who is desperate to see him.
Later, he is attacked by a mysterious masked woman. The attack leaves Alexander shaken and bewildered, his trust in his private and secluded lifestyle shattered. He can't help but wonder if Arachne 9, the fan who expressed such a fervent desire to meet him, could be linked to the unsettling incident. A sense of vulnerability now lingers within Alexander, prompting him to question if the cost of his anonymity and freedom is greater than he had initially believed.
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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