The Fake Act (On hold)
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Last published Mon, Aug 30, 2021
Veronica Osbourne's life is full of surprises. Mind you not good one's. She comes home and witnesses the most painful scene in her life. Her sister is lying motionless on the floor surrounded by blood. She sets on a quest to avenge her sister's murderer. And then, strange things start happening. The things that send chills down your spine.
Read this story further to find out more about whether Veronica succeeds or fails not only in her quest, but also in her life.
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Grab a can of soda, a chocolate bar and some creepy background music.
DarkFantasyLove aka Sam welcomes you to the rollercoaster of chills and thrills.
#16 in Horror - 5/20/2016
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