The subject of Owain Glyndwr's disappearance in the 15th century is surrounded by myth and nationalism, patriotic pride and oft mislaid interpretation. From the Scudamore family considered by many to be the bloodline of Owain Glyndwr, the tales of Jack O' Kent to the sacred pilgrimages of Saint Dewi have often led to a revival of the bloodline. Sceptics are unlikely to be convinced by truth and chaos theories which are as rampant now as they were in any part of fifteenth century Wales.
But what if?
What if there is something that can connect one family to a royal prince of Wales born, conceived and adored within the Welsh borders. What if clues have been left, what if a lead-lined stone and brass capsule is found that contains an indisputable link that flouts English perceptions that they alone have the authority to determine the true Prince of Wales.
And not only as the Prince of Wales, why not as the Welsh King for the 21st century.
This is a work of fiction of unfounded research and imagination. It should be read as being so. It is also my first attempt at writing from different starting points, using three aspects to start, create and drive the srory along. All being well they will weave themselves into the final conclusion.
When Jane Madarang's neighbor Natalie kills herself and leaves behind cryptic instructions, it's up to Jane and her classmates to unearth deadly secrets.
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Natalie Driscoll is dead.
She threw herself out a window and left her neighbor Jane to unravel their town's darkest secrets. Following Natalie's instructions leads Jane to three other high school students who all have something to hide. The four of them must carry out Natalie's final errand while solving the mysteries written in her diary. But the secrets they unearth may be far more dangerous than what they ever imagined.
Content and/or trigger warning: This story contains scenes of suicide, violence and murder that may be triggering for some readers.
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