Marjorie
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Last published Wed, Jul 10, 2024
Rayne Noelle Sterling, a 24 year old famous author, has taken a break from her busy and chaotic life and has resided at her old family lake house in Brookside, hoping to find inspiration for her new book amidst the serenity of the quiet, small town. There, she reminisces about her late grandmother, Marjorie Finlay, a beloved and renowned author with whom she shared a special bond; going through the journey of the past and resurfacing memories filled with joy and laughter, as well as guilt and regret. Rayne's stay in Brookside becomes an unexpected journey when she discovers a box of Marjorie's old belongings in her best friend Violet Rosewood's family antique shop. As Rayne delves into her grandmother's keepsakes, she stumbles upon mysterious notes. Uncovering each clue, she is taken on a hunt around Brookside finding new riddles, and sometimes vague notes, each one helping her put together the pieces of this puzzle. As she puts together more and more pieces, she starts to believe that Marjorie's death might not have been what it seemed. Getting more and more leads, with the help of her friends, Rayne travels between past and present to uncover the truth, finding love and unraveling family secrets along the way.
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