You promised we would be alright
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Last published Tue, Jan 14, 2025
Sequel
to the pain they caused
(Also the book takes place one week after what went down)
"You Promised We Would Be Alright: Shattered Silence"
After being forced into witness protection, Astrid and her brothers thought they had finally found a sense of safety and security. But when a mysterious message threatens to upend their new lives, Astrid realizes that the past is far from behind her.
As she navigates the treacherous landscape of her new reality, Astrid must confront the demons she thought she'd left behind. With the truth about Emma and Victor's betrayal still shrouded in mystery, Astrid must decide how far she's willing to go to uncover the secrets that could destroy everything she holds dear.
Will Astrid be able to overcome the trauma of her past and forge a new future, or will the shadows of her previous life consume her? Dive back into the world of Astrid and her brothers in this gripping sequel, where the stakes are higher, the secrets are deadlier, and the truth will change everything.
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