California Dreaming
StaceyJohnston165
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StaceyJohnston165
Ongoing, First published May 17, 2016
Mature
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Welcome to Laguna Beach, one of those boring tourist towns, where the only thing going for it is the beautiful landscape. Or, maybe you've heard of that TV show 'Laguna Beach: The real Orange County' and the equally annoying 'The Hills'.
 
Yep we are famous for those as well!

Meet Ben, Luke, Kyle and Stephen, four local boys trying to stay out of trouble when they stumble across something that will change their lives forever... 
When they accidently witness a crime in a backwards laneway on their way home, it sets their lives on a path they never would have imagined. 

What did they witness??

All will be revealed in - California Dreaming................
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A Deadly Secret Whispers in the Dark

14 parts Ongoing

In my murder mystery thriller book, you follow a group of friends who think they're just hanging out at an abandoned house they once called their home when they shockingly come to face the hard truth that they are now murder suspects. They are getting calls from an unknown number. Someone wants them in a cell, but who? Now on trial it is up to them to get justice for Jonathan Bennett because if they don't no one will. And they owe him. The cops are out for them and there is no other trace or leads. Explore the concept of how the mind can be manipulated to commit heinous crimes and drive each other mad, deceiving even the most rational individuals. Through twists and turns, the reader is forced to question their own perceptions and assumptions, ultimately leading to a shocking reveal. The book delves into themes of morality, justice, and the blurred lines between good and evil. It will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end, leaving them with lingering thoughts and discussions. Will they get justice, do they ever figure out who the unknown number is, will they be set free, does Finn make a move on Axariah, some people say secrets are what bring you closer but will the secrets from their past be what tears them apart? Now someone knows about their past with Jonathan Bennet and it's no longer a secret? Will they be punished for their crimes? Soon you'll know! You all will!

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