High school reunions are meant to be nostalgic trips down memory lane, but for this group of former classmates, the invitation becomes a ticket to terror.
When Sevyn, a quiet and unassuming classmate, invites his old schoolmates to a reunion at their high school, each reacts differently. They receive the invite at their homes, some with excitement, others with hesitation or indifference. Yet, curiosity and a sense of obligation compel them all to attend.
As they arrive at the old familiar building, it soon becomes clear that this is no ordinary reunion. Sevyn harbors deep resentment, feeling that his classmates wronged him by ignoring his existence, leading to his isolation and making him an easy target for bullies. Now, he's orchestrated a twisted experiment to make them pay.
One by one, they are subjected to Sevyn's deadly game, where each must confront their past actions and face horrifying consequences. Trapped and hunted within the walls of their old high school, they must find a way to survive while unraveling the dark secrets that drove Sevyn to madness.
"Deception" is a gripping thriller that delves into the themes of guilt, revenge, and the harrowing impact of neglect and bullying. As friendships are tested and buried memories resurface, this reunion becomes a deadly fight for survival. Will anyone make it out alive, or will they all become victims of Sevyn's vengeance?
Prepare for a heart-pounding, thriller-induced, lust-filled, and dramatic journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.
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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