In a world where the line between science and the unknown blurs, Jacob's life is spiraling out of control-until he befriends Alfred, a brilliant but enigmatic young man with a tragic past. Alfred's father, a celebrated scientist, perished in a mysterious fire that left more questions than answers. As Jacob and Alfred delve into the remnants of Alfred's father's last experiment, they uncover a web of secrets that defy the laws of reality itself.
With the help of their new friend Emma, the trio embarks on a perilous journey to unravel the truth. But the deeper they dig, the more they realize they're not just searching for answers-they're battling forces that could reshape their understanding of time, space, and existence. As they race against time to prevent a looming catastrophe, they must confront the shadows of the past and the echoes of an inferno that threatens to consume their future.
This sci-fi mystery weaves together friendship, love, and cutting-edge science in a tale where every discovery could be their last.
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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