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(Originally appeared in Stalkers: A Collection of Thriller Stories Anthology edited by Cynthia Shepp and Rene Folsom)
Could the ghost in her present hold the key to her lost past?
After surviving a traumatic event that stole her childhood memories, college student Cat learned to live day by day. School work, a part-time job, and her boyfriend fill most of her days. Ghost hunting takes up some of her nights, but this 'hobby' begins to dominate her life. A ghost stalks her and leaves her creepy gifts. Then the strange dreams begin. By the time she discovers the ghost's real intentions, it might be too late.
A New Adult paranormal short story (46 pages)
Published April 15, 2015
Cover designed by Phycel Designs
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