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Spilt Wine

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Parts 63
Time 6h 37m

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The disappearance of a friend and millions of Francs worth of wine interrupts David's buying trip in France when he pauses to assist and comfort his friend's wife, Catherine. Their lives are threatened, the intensifying circumstances draw them closer together, and they uncover their buried traumas, insecurities and longings. 

This is a tale of mounting tensions, realisations and passions woven through a gripping crime thriller set on the Burgundy canals and in the French wine business of the 1980s.
        
Although this is a work of fiction, most of the locations, adventures and characters are real or based on reality. The reminiscences, stories and timeline follow events from my own experiences, though sometimes they're slightly juggled to fit the crafting of this novel. Fortunately, the crimes and the criminals are fictional, and any resemblance to actual people or events is purely coincidental.All Rights Reserved

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Obsession by fictionowl

Five years after the untimely murder of his mother, seventeen-year-old Gabriel Hastings lives in a town called Shaw with his father. They have recovered and lead lives as casual and as humble as they can. Gabriel lives the life that many teenagers wish for. He's got it all - the popularity, a promising future, friends, and the adoration of an entire town. But there's always a price to pay. SECRET: A letter from a secret admirer flips the casual rhythm of Gabriel's life on its head, and when he decides to secretly pursue his five-year crush, the letters and messages begin to take on an ominous intonation threatening to burn the foundations of his successes. SUSPECT: Gabriel learns that his secret admirer is a greater threat than expected. His relationship outed to the semi-religious town of Shaw, Gabriel becomes the suspect in the murder of a schoolmate. When another is kidnapped and heavily battered, Gabriel and his friends become leading suspects while trying to find out the truth. When a friend goes missing, Gabriel and his friends must finish what their missing friend started and hopefully find him before it is too late. SERPENT: Gabriel finally pieces the puzzle together. The attacks, the letters, the messages, and the evidence - they all portray a side that is never shown and always hidden. It portrays the tactics of a mastermind in the making - a sociopathic psychopath, and all evidence points to one person Gabriel would never think to suspect. A wolf in sheep's clothing, a silver-tongued serpent. Gabriel must now confront this masterminded criminal before anyone else around him gets hurt.

No Escape by jempressss

"You can't leave me like this Abbigale! You'll never get rid of me. I'll be there every day, watching you. I know I'll always be on your mind" I jumped out of my sleep. Sweat pelting down on my skin. Hearing that voice in my head. Those words. Why now? I looked at my clocked, 3:24 AM. I got up and walked to the kitchen for a cold glass of water. Boink. I froze facing the fridge. I don't know what that sound was, but it seemed to be coming from the living room. I turned around, and there in the deep corners of my living room I saw a shadow...a shadow... that shaped like ... "Daniel?" I called out. I stepped forward, blinked and the shadow disappeared.

Dark Secrets by WhisperingFingertips

I should not have survived. I escaped the monster who had taken my best friend's life, and yet, here I was, still trapped by the lingering nightmare, even after eight years. His image and memory haunt me, and I can't shake the feeling that he's still lurking out there, somewhere, biding his time. As fate wasn't done with me yet, when my co-worker disappeared and then found - mirrored the same way as my best friend was murdered all those years ago, I suddenly became a key figure in yet another murder investigation. As if my life weren't complicated enough, I found myself inexplicably drawn to the detective assigned to the case, as does he, and now we are racing against the clock to find the murderer before he finds me. We all have secrets; some are just darker than others.

From Fanatsy to Fate by ItsmeBreeze3

Hold on tight for an exhilarating adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Join Ava and Emma as they plunge into the depths of a perplexing mystery surrounding the baffling disappearance of their dear friend, Alex. As they delve deeper into their investigation, they stumble upon a labyrinth of hidden truths and unexpected turns that will leave you breathless. Can they untangle the web of secrets before it's too late? Prepare to be captivated from the very first page as you embark on this gripping journey of suspense, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of the unknown. Get ready for a thrilling ride that will keep you hooked until the very end!

Waking Thoughts by Jakiieo

Jackie never imagined her life would spiral into chaos when she found herself tangled in the middle of a murder case. Trying to juggle the pressure of college, her complicated friendships, and the looming shadow of her current lover, things quickly start to unravel. As the investigation unfolds, Jackie is forced to confront not just the terrifying realities of her life, but also the toxic hold people have on her, pushing her further into a web of lies, secrets, and danger. Torn between her past with him and her need to escape, Jackie finds herself in a constant battle-facing the dark sides of love, loyalty, and fear. As her friends try to protect her, she realizes that no one can save her except herself. Yet, in the midst of it all, there's a flicker of hope. A new, unexpected love begins to grow, a relationship that feels genuine and supportive, something Jackie never thought she'd find again. Though her journey is far from easy, there's a chance that after everything-after the pain, the healing, and the struggle-she might just find a happy ending. Not just with the case, but with her heart.

White Lies (Book 1) by help-me-think-of-one

Jesabel is a liar. When her only friend mysteriously disappears, she does what comes naturally. She keeps her truth from the world. Without warning, she is thrown into a web of lies far more dangerous and lethal than anything she could imagine. With an annoyingly charming boy by her side, can she unravel what she refuses to tell - the truth? WHITE LIES HAS BEEN REVISED, EDITED AND REWORKED! Happy late new year, friends! I'd like to take this opportunity to announce that White Lies, a story that has been up and running on Wattpad since 2011, has been re-written and revised for the coming decade. What does this mean? This entails the same characters you know and love, with better flow, better writing, more nuanced character development, more mature content, and entirely different plot lines. Jesabel's character has changed drastically since I last introduced her to the world (nearly NINE years ago! yikes!), and I wanted to make this story a more nuanced and modern take. When I had written White Lies, I had been just 14 years old. And I've done a ton of growing, learning, and unlearning over the years. This means that my characters have grown and developed with me. If you are an old friend and re-reader - welcome, and please enjoy the same old story you love with a brand new take! If you have started along this White Lies journey beginning in December and all throughout January, you might have read a half-edited and half-original version of the story. So please feel free to re-read at your leisure! I won't bite, I promise.

Pieces by LesbianLen35

The story of Hannah Elaine as told mostly through her point of view, as she tries to move on with life after leaving her first love, Rebecca. The girls met as children, became inseparable and eventually fell in love. When they grow up, Rebecca becomes a famous singer and their relationship falls apart. As the story progresses, Hannah's past and present will be blended with music, heartache, laughter and friends. Will they both move on after losing the only love they've ever known? Or find each other again in the future? Give their story a whirl and find out. Not a very good description, I know, but I'm terrible at these things. Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Any names, businesses, places and events are either used in a fictitious manner or created by me for the sole purpose of entertainment. Any resemblance to actual businesses or persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. I just want to warn you before going any further: This story contains vulgar language and explicit sexual content. I do not believe there will be a need for any trigger warnings, but there's sex and it's dirty. Just putting that out there for any kids on here. Please don't read this if you're under 18. Thank you.

The Collective by Miloscorner

Alex always knew exactly what her life was going to look like. She was going to get a job as an ESL teacher and visit wild, exotic places in the summers. She was going to live in a two story house on the beach or high up in the mountains. Maybe a dog. Maybe a husband. Some day... Her life looks nothing like that, and it's all thanks to Ethan James. A chance encounter threw her into a world where guns are handled as easily as hairbrushes, death is trivial, and the world is constantly hanging in the balance. Ethan's world had shrunk down to secrets and lies. It seems like that's all that's ever been. He's tempted to leave it all behind. Until he meets Alex. She's so different, so... normal. All he's ever wanted is her safe and happy future. Although, it's quickly becoming apparent that future better not include him. Living under an assumed name, sans Ethan, she's safe. Life is stable. Things are... okay. When he comes knocking at her door will they risk it all to save the world?

After you're back by FineUline

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Obsession

Five years after the untimely murder of his mother, seventeen-year-old Gabriel Hastings lives in a town called Shaw with his father. They have recovered and lead lives as casual and as humble as they can. Gabriel lives the life that many teenagers wish for. He's got it all - the popularity, a promising future, friends, and the adoration of an entire town. But there's always a price to pay. SECRET: A letter from a secret admirer flips the casual rhythm of Gabriel's life on its head, and when he decides to secretly pursue his five-year crush, the letters and messages begin to take on an ominous intonation threatening to burn the foundations of his successes. SUSPECT: Gabriel learns that his secret admirer is a greater threat than expected. His relationship outed to the semi-religious town of Shaw, Gabriel becomes the suspect in the murder of a schoolmate. When another is kidnapped and heavily battered, Gabriel and his friends become leading suspects while trying to find out the truth. When a friend goes missing, Gabriel and his friends must finish what their missing friend started and hopefully find him before it is too late. SERPENT: Gabriel finally pieces the puzzle together. The attacks, the letters, the messages, and the evidence - they all portray a side that is never shown and always hidden. It portrays the tactics of a mastermind in the making - a sociopathic psychopath, and all evidence points to one person Gabriel would never think to suspect. A wolf in sheep's clothing, a silver-tongued serpent. Gabriel must now confront this masterminded criminal before anyone else around him gets hurt.