In the bustling heart of Manhattan, 17-year-old Aiden Erikson finds himself overwhelmed by the chaos and uncertainty of a post-pandemic world. Seeking solace and answers, he embarks on a trip to the city with his father, David, a man of few words but infinite wisdom. Amid the iconic skyline and crowded streets, they settle into a quaint café, where Aiden's questions about humanity, suffering, and the nature of good and evil come pouring out.
As Aiden delves deeper into his quest for understanding, he begins to uncover shocking truths about the world-and about his own father. David, who has always seemed like an ordinary, loving father, harbors a secret that could change everything.
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#Philosophical
#PostPandemic
#FatherAndSon
#SecretSociety
#Mystery
#Thriller
#NewYorkCity
#Military
#Conspiracy
#Humanity
#UrbanAdventure
#HiddenTruths
#SelfDiscovery
#ModernFiction
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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