In a bustling city of Chicago , Julia Parker, a 24-year-old entrepreneur, and Marco Rossi, 27, unexpectedly meet while saving a girl from kidnappers. As they bond over the heroic act, a romantic connection blossoms between them. Little do they know, their shared pasts hold secrets that could unravel their budding relationship. Meanwhile, a shadowy figure from Julia's history returns, threatening not only their newfound love but also their lives. In a city where danger lurks in every corner, they must navigate treacherous alliances and hidden motives to uncover the truth and seek revenge from the shadows.
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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