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The Fifth Floor

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Parts 15
Time 2h 17m

psychological science thriller westworld

"We cannot be conscious of what we are not conscious of." Julian Jaynes. The Origin of Consciousness in The Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind.

"Before there was just me now, there was a bunch of other stuff that I don't remember. People keep telling me I should remember, but maybe if you can't remember there is a reason." 

Thus begins Lara's story as she escapes from a mental Institution. Who is she? What reality should she believe? 
In a crowded marketplace in Haifa, Lukas's body is wrapped in a bomb, his hand on the detonator. But then, the young man has an awareness of all the lives of those around him, the possibilities, their hopes, their dreams and Lukas doesn't detonate the bomb. Whisked away to a black site, the interrogators brutally try to find out why. Only to discover he has identical DNA with a patient in a mental Institution in the United States:Lara.
But this is impossible.
A psychological thriller traveling into the intimate and infinite realm of time and parallel worlds. 
Is Lara's reality the one where she's holding a bloody knife and her family has been slaughtered? Is it the one where she's in the mental institution against her will, being experimented upon? Is it the one where's she working as a gardener for a woman who has secrets of her own? 
There's an even more frightening possibility with even more potential. 
That all of them are true. 
The powers-that-be think they can dig for the answer. By sending her to the Fourth Floor. 
That's a mistake. Because there is a Fifth.All Rights Reserved

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MOTHERS by StephRose1201

AMERICAN HORROR STORY meets THE HANDMAID'S TALE with a bit of WESTWORLD weaved in Four women, fresh out of a super secret governmental experiment, are dragged back into the laboratory where they lived--to save the world from the specimens they helped produce. ***** It's 2050, and the world--in particular the not-so-United States of America--has undergone a lot of changes. A dictator who refuses to relinquish his presidential power reigns over the country, and humans--especially women--see their rights diminished more and more each day. Some are forced to enter special programs to stay safe from men who seek to harm them, and others accept to be part of freaky experimental trials in back-alley labs for a bit of cash to pay the rent. Four women who participated in one such trial--one *actually* sanctioned by the US government--are coping with their new lives when a member of said lab comes to find them, to let them know that the experiment they participated in has gone awry... and they are the only ones who can help fix it all. *TRIGGER WARNING for gore, violence (especially towards women, but NOT domestic abuse), oppression (to women, mostly), explicit language, possible sexual situations inappropriate for readers under 18. PLEASE DO PROCEED WITH CAUTION.*

Just Me Against the World by FLoriannManuel

Lara has always lived in the shadows, convinced she isn't enough. The world feels overwhelmingly loud, too vivid, and far too big for someone like her. She hides from attention, avoids risks, and sees herself through a lens of self-doubt, her flaws magnified and her worth invisible. Life in the background feels safer, even if it means missing out on connection and joy. When a group project pairs her with Nathan, her confident and charismatic classmate, Lara's carefully guarded world begins to shift. Nathan exudes ease and charm, surrounded by friends whose laughter and effortless connection make her feel even more out of place. Yet, his quiet kindness and surprising attentiveness draw her in, challenging her belief that she doesn't belong. For the first time, Lara begins to wonder if maybe, just maybe, she's not as invisible as she thought. As she spends more time with Nathan and his friends, Lara slowly starts to open up. Their warmth chips away at her defenses, but it also forces her to confront her fears. She struggles with feelings of inadequacy and questions whether she's truly deserving of the attention and affection she's receiving. Her growing feelings for Nathan only intensify this internal conflict-can someone like him really see her as worthy, and more importantly, can she see herself that way? Encouraged by her steadfast best friend Bea and Nathan's quiet support, Lara begins the painful but necessary journey toward self-acceptance. It's a battle fought not against others but within herself. She starts to realize that her worth isn't defined by perfection or others' opinions but by embracing who she truly is. Lara's story is one of identity, courage, and breaking free from self-imposed limitations. It's about stepping out of the shadows and discovering that the hardest battles often lead to the brightest transformations. Will she claim her place in the world or retreat to the safety of the background?

WAR OF LIES by Mystictales08

What if I tell you,people aren't what they show? There are a lot of people around us,who aren't what they show,they aren't how they act,they are just different, something else,when no one is around. Well,that's what our leads are like in this story.... "Everyone says that I'm an innocent and kind girl, uff these people..,"ILS NE ME CONNAISSENT PAS DU TOUT" "Nobody knows who I am when no one's looking. And one thing about me is WENN ICH ETWAS WILL,BESROGE ICH ES AUF BIEGEN UND BRECHEN" "I'm more of a keep to myself kind of person,you'll find me lurking in the shadows,observing the world from a distance. Trust me,it's safer that way" "I'm drawn to the mysterious and love exploring darker aspects of design. It adds an intriguing aura to the places I create" Read a story,wrapped in thrill,mystery and suspense,which everybody craves to unfold......

Mad Temptation by KalyxIole

For years, Aubrey Evergreen. Wants to investigate who killed her parents. But years after, she believed that they were killed in a car accident. Now, she was left alone in her parents' mansion along with the butler that took care of her ever since they died. Now they both are in the mystery world that is full of mystery and supernatural. She believed her Butler could be her hero. Everything she wanted was in him. But she didn't know his darkest secrets that he hid all his life. The darkest secrets that could be answers to all of her investigations. What would happen? Would this turn out to be a good thing or end up a bad thing? ~~~~~~ Aubrey: You lied to me...you lied to me...! You....you were the one that...that- ???: I saved your life. I saved you from that accident! I saved you from bleeding to death and slowly, painfully dying, and all I get in return, is you saying how much you hate me?! I saved your life, and this is how you thank me? Screaming and yelling at me?! Aubrey: Shut up! Just shut up! She yelled, tears falling endlessly and gripping her hair and pacing back and forth. Crying out loudly. Not believing him. How? Why? Just why? ???: Oh dear Aubrey...my dear Lady.... He approached her with slow steps. She froze when she felt his breath on her nape and fingers tracing her arm. His lips inches away from her ear. ???: You owe me so much. You owe me....your soul. Now you have a choice, it's either you accept me, love me, choose to be with me forever, or you suffer a painful consequence. No one will be there to save you. I won't be there...to save you. She shivered at that word. She cried out helplessly. He smirked knowing damn well she needs him. Aubrey: I will never.... ???: You don't have a choice. Would this end up well? Or bad? Aubrey's life is on the line. What will happen? Would this end up well? Or would it end up...Hell?

Can't run away from crazy | ✓ by EraReid

These are only the first 5 chapters of the novel, to read the whole thing you can buy it on Amazon (link in my profile) "Everyone is crazy, some just more than others." After spending years in a mental asylum, a group of patients make a plan to escape. After their escape, they soon learn that life outside isn't as magical as they had expected it to be. With police after them, a murderer following their every move, and having to face the pasts they left behind, their mental illnesses are escelating and start to weigh them down every moment of their new lives. Can they manage to run away from the madness that is still following them even after their escape, or will they even be alive to make it happen? !Trigger warning! This book countains: murder, blood, gore, grief, discussion on mental disorders like OCD, Schizophrenia, DID etc. If you feel like these are sensitive topics for you please refrain from reading Published August 1st 2023 Wordcount: 55211

The wings attached. (Book one) by ElinaMalina

Angela Bales is finally moving on with her life. She is finally over her ex-boyfriend, and she's even started making the right decisions, and even her future seems somehow bright. But her journey from the dark place is far from over. Angela simply doesn't know that it is only the beginning and maybe the path would lead her even deeper into the darkness, but not that kind of darkness she thought of. By trying to put her life in order, she only messes up things more. Weird coincidences bring her from one point to another. She started having strange dreams. Some people on the street look at her a funny way. And to add to those problems, she doesn't know where she belongs and with whom. Her head tells her one thing, but her heart tells her otherwise. Her life is simply a mess. Her dreams keep getting weirder and weirder that she started question her own sanity and speculate if any of her dreams are really dreams. Besides, after all strange occurences and déjà vu moments life around her goes on as if nothing ever happened. How is it even possible? Unless, of course she is connected to the other world in a very direct way. But how exactly she is connected when something dark started awaking inside of her and she knows for sure that her heart is pure and kind.

A Ride To Remember by Wonderful65

The story is about two people who meet by chance and quickly form a genuine connection, despite only knowing each other for a short time. It highlights the natural progression of a budding relationship, shaped by cautiousness, vulnerability, and the willingness to take risks. The narrative centers around the protagonist, who, after meeting a woman he finds intriguing, begins to feel a deepening attachment. However, past experiences and emotional scars make him hesitant to rush into anything too soon. He doesn't want to make the same mistakes, so he takes a measured approach. Their conversations are filled with honesty, humor, and mutual respect, which only fuels his growing feelings for her. In Part One, the protagonist is unsure of whether he should act on his feelings. He carefully opens up to her, expressing his hesitations while still acknowledging his growing attraction. She, in turn, responds with a sense of maturity and understanding, offering him the space to figure out what he truly wants. Part Two shows the protagonist wrestling with his emotions, yet ultimately deciding to take a leap of faith. He realizes that while it's still early, the connection they share is worth pursuing, and he chooses to express his feelings honestly. The story concludes with him asking her out properly, feeling hopeful and open to seeing where this new chapter might lead. Overall, the story is a journey of self-reflection, growth, and learning to trust in both one's feelings and the other person. It's about striking the balance between caution and taking chances in relationships, especially when both people seem to have the same genuine intentions. It speaks to the importance of honesty, communication, and the willingness to take things one step at a time, rather than rushing into something without considering the deeper emotional impact.

Abandoned. by LolliEmbers

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A Mere Reflection by Kariido

I'd like to consider each part a story in itself. While I always connected the characters with each other, something felt different in each part. It's a story about many aspects of our thoughts, some of which never have touch with reality, and some we see every day. You might not understand this unless you travel inside the characters thoughts, and yours for that matter.

Behind the Screen by VolleyballAnimeLover

The book follows a protagonist whose mind begins to unravel as they are plagued by eerie occurrences that blur the line between reality and delusion. It begins with subtle shifts-a feeling of being watched, strange reflections, whispers at the edges of perception-but as the story unfolds, these sensations grow more intense and impossible to ignore. The protagonist starts questioning their own sanity, struggling to differentiate between what's real and what's in their head. Is someone-or something-watching them, or are they simply losing their grip on reality? As they spiral deeper into paranoia, the boundaries of their own identity begin to fracture, and they realize they may not be the only one in control of their mind. With each passing day, the tension grows, and the truth becomes harder to discern. The story keeps readers on edge, with unreliable narration and distorted imagery that makes them question everything. As the protagonist's mental state deteriorates, the lines between the observer and the observed blur, and the final revelation leaves the reader wondering if they're trapped in this madness alongside the character. A chilling psychological thriller, this book explores the nature of reality, self-awareness, and the terrifying idea that what you think you know may be nothing more than a reflection of something far darker.

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MOTHERS

AMERICAN HORROR STORY meets THE HANDMAID'S TALE with a bit of WESTWORLD weaved in Four women, fresh out of a super secret governmental experiment, are dragged back into the laboratory where they lived--to save the world from the specimens they helped produce. ***** It's 2050, and the world--in particular the not-so-United States of America--has undergone a lot of changes. A dictator who refuses to relinquish his presidential power reigns over the country, and humans--especially women--see their rights diminished more and more each day. Some are forced to enter special programs to stay safe from men who seek to harm them, and others accept to be part of freaky experimental trials in back-alley labs for a bit of cash to pay the rent. Four women who participated in one such trial--one actually sanctioned by the US government--are coping with their new lives when a member of said lab comes to find them, to let them know that the experiment they participated in has gone awry... and they are the only ones who can help fix it all. TRIGGER WARNING for gore, violence (especially towards women, but NOT domestic abuse), oppression (to women, mostly), explicit language, possible sexual situations inappropriate for readers under 18. PLEASE DO PROCEED WITH CAUTION.