Dissonance
ariasterlingwrites
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  • Parts 14
  • Time 1h 46m
ariasterlingwrites
Ongoing, First published Jul 01, 2024
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In the picturesque coastal town of Murkbay, darkness lurks beneath the surface. When a brutal murder shatters the community's peace, renowned forensic psychologist Dr. Elena Reeves is called in to unmask the killer. But as she delves deeper into the case, Elena finds herself caught in a sinister web of lies, hidden relationships, and chilling parallels to her own mysterious past.

With each new victim, the line between investigator and suspect blurs. As Elena races against time to catch the killer, she must confront her own repressed memories and fight to maintain her grip on reality. Can she trust her instincts when her very mind seems to be turning against her?

'Dissonance' is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very last page. Aria Sterling masterfully weaves together a tale of murder, manipulation, and the darkest corners of the human psyche. This haunting exploration of trauma and truth will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew.

Unravel the mystery. Face the truth. But be warned: some echoes are better left unheard.
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On A Stormy Night

40 parts Complete Mature

Someone is planning the death of a missing sorceress. And she can't figure out who's trying to help and who's trying to hurt her. Hopefully, she can figure it out before it's too late. Elena is a sweet young girl who just moved to a new town with her mom and son, but then things take a very wrong turn. A car crash sends her wandering through the woods alone. She can't find her mom or her son anywhere. Instead, she finds something else, but she can't decide if it's help or more trouble. There are secrets stacking up around every corner. Nothing is as it seems. Will she ever really know the truth? Or will she die trying to find it? Who knows? Only the people who are brave enough to turn the pages. Co-written with @Miss_Traveler

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