In a lively town, Parth, a schoolboy known for his humor and easygoing nature, lives with his mom in what seems like a happy and normal life. Despite their cheerful demeanor, an eerie presence looms over them: a mysterious figure who watches them closely, day in and day out.
This hidden observer is tied to a disturbing trend in the community: people from a specific group have been dying unexpectedly at the age of 40. As an investigator delves into these unusual deaths, they uncover a possible connection to Parth and his mother.
Lately, Parth's mom has been acting out of character, behaving in ways that raise questions and create concern. Her strange actions add another layer of mystery to the situation. As the investigation progresses, Parth's once carefree life is upended, and he begins to uncover unsettling truths that threaten to change everything he thought he knew.
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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