In the distant future of 3020, a unique civilization thrives within the confines of "the bubble," where every individual exists as an identical twin. For generations, they have believed that all life beyond their world has perished, accepting this truth without question. However, when Aria, a curious and independent soul, is awakened one night by haunting whispers and silent screams from outside the bubble, a newfound sense of intrigue and rebellion takes hold.
Caught between the familiar comforts of conformity and the alluring mysteries that lie beyond, Aria faces a pivotal choice. Will she succumb to the government's indoctrination and live a life of unchallenged obedience, or will she dare to venture into the forbidden realms outside the bubble, where the secrets of their existence may await?
As Aria grapples with her inner turmoil and the tantalizing pull of the unknown, the narrative weaves a tapestry of suspense, dystopian intrigue, and a quest for self-discovery. Readers will be drawn into a world where forgotten truths whisper on the wind and the promise of freedom beckons from the shadows, urging Aria to uncover the buried secrets of her civilization and redefine her place within it.
Elliot's partner was his whole world, but after Allan's death, his ghost haunts Elliot's dreams. Everyone tells Elliot to move on, but he isn't sure he can.
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It's been a year since the love of Elliot's life, Allan, passed away. Everyone thinks he should have recovered after that much time, but Allan still haunts Elliot every night. He struggles to maintain relationships with his family, and despite a coworkers interest he can't summon up the courage to date. Elliot is living for the past, because to live for the present means he'll have to live with a hole in his heart. But the question Elliot has to face chases him through his monotonous days: is mourning Allan with everything he has truly living?
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