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Ongoing, First published Jan 12
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Title: The Shadow Within
Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Suspense
Rating: PG-13/Unrated (depending on preference for distribution)
Tagline: "Time is a killer."

Synopsis:
In the storm-ravaged coastal town of Blackthorn, Detective Evelyn Cross faces her most chilling case yet: a sadistic killer who turns murder into art. When the mayor's daughter disappears and a taunting letter warns of a countdown to death, Evelyn is thrust into a deadly game orchestrated by an elusive figure known as "The Clockmaker."

As the body count rises, Evelyn uncovers a sinister secret society obsessed with time and justice. With the clock ticking, she must navigate betrayal, unmask the mastermind, and confront her own haunting past. The final showdown in an abandoned lighthouse pushes her to the brink, forcing her to make an impossible choice before the clock strikes twelve.

With pulse-pounding twists and haunting revelations, The Shadow Within is a gripping thriller that explores the dark intersections of art, justice, and obsession.
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