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Whispers of the Shadow: every secret has a price

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Reads 21
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Parts 8
Time 48m

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Whispers of the Shadow is a gripping mystery that plunges readers into the eerie coastal town of Greyhaven, where the sea holds ancient secrets and demands a deadly price.

Sam Whitlock returns to Greyhaven, hoping to leave behind his troubled past. But when his childhood friend, Alice, vanishes under mysterious circumstances, Sam finds himself drawn into the town's dark history. With the help of Elise, a determined local journalist, Sam uncovers an ancient pact between the Whitlock family and the sea itself a pact that has kept Greyhaven safe for centuries, but at a terrible cost.

As the ocean's wrath grows more powerful, Sam and Elise must confront the terrifying truth: the sea demands sacrifices, and it's not finished taking lives. Racing against time, they attempt a forbidden ritual to break the cycle of death, but the sea's hunger proves insatiable.

With atmospheric suspense, spine-chilling twists, and a race against an unstoppable force, Beneath the Waves will leave you questioning how far you would go to escape a fate written in the depths.

Perfect for fans of supernatural thrillers, dark secrets, and unrelenting suspense.

Prepare to be swept away in a tale where nothing is as it seems, and where the cost of survival may be greater than anyone imagined. Will Greyhaven survive the storm, or will the sea claim them all?All Rights Reserved

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Whispers in the Halls by Anscendia

In the heart of Eldridge High lies a mystery waiting to be uncovered. Emma Sinclair, a reserved senior, is eager to start her last year of high school but feels the weight of anxiety as she navigates new friendships and the pressure of the future. When she meets Jake Thompson, the enigmatic new student, Emma is drawn to him in ways she can't explain. Together with her spirited best friend, Lila, they stumble upon the whispers of a long-lost spirit that haunts the old library-rumored to have ties to the disappearance of several students over the years. As Emma and her friends dive deeper into the school's dark secrets, they uncover a hidden room, ancient journals, and a mystery that could change everything. With danger lurking in the shadows and the spirit's call growing stronger, Emma must confront her fears and decide how far she's willing to go to reveal the truth. Will Emma find the courage to unearth the past, or will the whispers lead her into a darkness she never anticipated?

Whisper's from the In-between by Summerhottie86

"Whispers from the In-Between" is a tale of friendship, mystery, and betrayal set in the heart of North Carolina. It revolves around two friends, Summer and Jennifer, who couldn't be more different. Summer, a country girl at heart, finds joy in the simplicity of rural life. Jennifer, on the other hand, is drawn to the mysteries of the supernatural. Their lives take a dramatic turn when a terrible accident occurs. Or was it really an accident? As Summer fights for her soul in the enigmatic realm known as the "In-between," she begins to question everything she thought she knew about her friend. Jennifer is not who Summer thought she was. Haunted by whispers from the "In-between," Summer must decipher whether these voices seek to save her or harm her. Will she survive her friend's wrath? Will she be able to navigate through the mysteries of the "In-between"? Will their friendship bond be powerful enough ? This story is a thrilling journey of friendship tested, secrets unveiled, and a fight for survival in the face of the unknown. The adventure is just beginning...

Whispers of Shadowed Hearts by luxcaelilove

When Summer moves to the foggy town Blackthorn, she finds herself alone in a grand house, having lost her family in a tragic accident. Her arrival stirs up more than just old dust, especially when she crosses paths with Riven, the town's golden boy. Their initial hatred is as thick as the town's perpetual mist. As ominous threats and vandalism shake her sense of security, Summer is forced to team up with Riven for protection-an alliance neither of them wants. Together, they uncover Blackthorn's buried secrets and a series of chilling murders linked to the town's powerful families. In "Whispers of Shadowed Hearths," a reluctant partnership deepens into a tense struggle for survival, shrouded in mystery and darkness. Will they unravel the truth before it's too late, or will the shadows consume them both? "In the heart of the haunted town, they found themselves drawn together, even as their secrets threatened to tear them apart."

What Lies Beneath by Loutka

This is a FREE STORY with PAID BONUS content! *** [Book 1 to the Lake Bellinor Duology] It can't be controlled. And it can't be ignored. Those were the two most important things Tyler Loftman came to understand the more he discovered about his strange ability; an ability that allows him to see into a dead person's past with just one touch. Nothing more, nothing less. So, when a nameless young woman is found drifting down the middle of the lake, Tyler realizes he just might have a chance to put his ability to the test, and figure out whether it is a gift or a curse. But he soon realizes that won't be easy. All of the locals in the small town of Lake Bellinor know how to keep a secret; and when push comes to shove, the blame game begins.

Cursed ✔️ by NiveditasDiary

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Echoes of Deception by mishxshou

In the small, picturesque town of Ravenswood, a haunting secret lies buried beneath its idyllic facade. Alice Montgomery, a troubled young woman with a dark past, returns to her childhood home after years of self-imposed exile. Haunted by mysterious memories and plagued by relentless nightmares, she is determined to uncover the truth about her family's twisted history. As Alice delves deeper into her investigation, she becomes entangled in a web of deceit, manipulation, and psychological warfare. Strange occurrences unfold around her, suggesting that someone is watching her every move. Paranoia grips her, blurring the line between reality and delusion. As the tension mounts, Alice discovers a series of cryptic clues left by her deceased father, a renowned psychiatrist who had secrets of his own. With each clue unraveled, she uncovers shocking revelations about her family's involvement in a clandestine organization known only as "The Echo Project." Unbeknownst to Alice, she is now the key to unlocking its dark secrets. Haunted by her own fractured psyche, Alice must confront her deepest fears and unravel the twisted truth before it consumes her. Along the way, she encounters a cast of complex and enigmatic characters, each with their own hidden agendas and troubled pasts. As the boundaries between sanity and madness blur, Alice's relentless pursuit of the truth leads her down a perilous path, where danger lurks around every corner. Will she succumb to the darkness that haunts her or find the strength to expose the malevolent forces at play?

The Silent Shadows by Chercher246

In the small, isolated town of Briar Hollow, strange occurrences have begun to unsettle the once peaceful community. People are vanishing without a trace, and those who remain speak of eerie figures lurking in the dark, silent as shadows. The townsfolk are gripped by fear, unwilling to venture out after sunset. At the heart of the mystery is the abandoned Hawthorn Manor, a decaying mansion that has stood untouched on the outskirts of town for decades. Rumors swirl about its dark past, involving a family that mysteriously disappeared many years ago. Now, whispers of a curse draw curious outsiders and thrill-seekers, but none return the same-or at all. When 17-year-old Emily Weaver's best friend goes missing after daring to explore the manor, Emily is determined to uncover the truth. Armed with a mix of skepticism and desperation, she gathers a group of unlikely allies-each with their own reasons for seeking answers. Together, they delve into the chilling history of Hawthorn Manor, uncovering secrets buried deep within the town's history. As they piece together the puzzle, they discover that the manor is not just haunted by spirits of the past, but by an ancient, malevolent force that thrives on fear and darkness. The closer they get to the truth, the more dangerous their journey becomes, as the shadows seem to come alive, watching their every move. In a race against time, Emily and her friends must confront the source of the evil before it consumes them all, forcing them to face their deepest fears and uncover the long-buried secrets that could either save the town-or doom it forever.

Running From The Wolves ✅COMPLETED ✅ by thedevilsdaughter300

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Whispers in the Halls

In the heart of Eldridge High lies a mystery waiting to be uncovered. Emma Sinclair, a reserved senior, is eager to start her last year of high school but feels the weight of anxiety as she navigates new friendships and the pressure of the future. When she meets Jake Thompson, the enigmatic new student, Emma is drawn to him in ways she can't explain. Together with her spirited best friend, Lila, they stumble upon the whispers of a long-lost spirit that haunts the old library-rumored to have ties to the disappearance of several students over the years. As Emma and her friends dive deeper into the school's dark secrets, they uncover a hidden room, ancient journals, and a mystery that could change everything. With danger lurking in the shadows and the spirit's call growing stronger, Emma must confront her fears and decide how far she's willing to go to reveal the truth. Will Emma find the courage to unearth the past, or will the whispers lead her into a darkness she never anticipated?