A Case of Deception
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Last published Sun, Mar 10, 2024
Natasha Birnstocks has always been isolated - especially after her mother was murdered. Consequently, after Natasha is released from a psych ward, she finds it difficult to get a job that accepts her. However, she suddenly comes across a small family-owned detective agency that allows her to work there. Her main question is - will working as a detective help her discover the secret behind her mother's death? Turns out the killer isn't who she expected....
Warning: This story contains descriptions of physical and mental abuse, as well as murder.
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