Veil of Echoes

Ivory never expected to return to the haunting estate of their childhood-a sprawling, decaying manor that has long been a dark stain on their family's past. Accompanied by their boyfriend, Hunter, they hope to put their troubled history to rest. But the house has its own plans, and soon strange events begin to unravel, pulling Ivory and their friends into a mystery steeped in shadows As Ivory reconnects with Kai, the skeptic; Bella, hiding a dangerous edge; the ever-high but strangely perceptive Landon; and Hagen, the flirty best friend, they all become aware that something sinister lingers within the walls. An ancient curse, rooted in bloodlines and twisted rituals, begins to manifest, turning memories into weapons and allies into suspects.
With Abby, their witchcraft-practicing best friend, diving deep into the occult secrets of the house, Ivory unearths a shocking connection between themselves and the estate's gruesome history. Haunted by visions of their ancestors and bound by blood to the estate's dark legacy, they must confront the terrifying question of whether they are meant to break the curse-or fulfill it. When friendships fracture under the strain of suspicion and betrayal, and Hunter becomes unrecognizable as he slips deeper into the house's grip, Ivory realizes the fight isn't just for survival but for their very soul. As the body count rises, the house demands a final price-a confrontation that will force Ivory to choose between sacrificing everything to end the curse or becoming another lost echo in the estate's haunted halls. In a story of horror, love, and the chains of family legacy, Veil of Echoes takes readers on a chilling journey through haunted corridors and ancient secrets. And as Ivory finally steps away from the shadows of the estate, one question lingers: if one curse can be broken, how many others still remain?