Hope Goodman

At 17, a girl's life takes a dramatic turn as she's thrust into a whirlwind of chaos, where nothing is as it seems. Strange encounters push her to the edge, forcing her to navigate a dangerous path filled with hidden truths and dark secrets. Torn between the protective embrace of a newfound ally and the sinister intentions of her lover, she feels the crushing weight of her destiny looming over her. With everything she knows hanging in the balance, she must confront the haunting shadows of her past while facing an uncertain and treacherous future. As the stakes rise, will she find the strength to make the right choice, or will the forces arrayed against her prove too powerful to overcome? Her fate and the fate of all those she holds dear awaits within the pages of her unfolding destiny, inviting you to embark on a journey filled with danger, intrigue, and the ultimate test of courage.

Moonlit Dahlia

When I was lost in the darkness of my mind, the same invigorating scent that captured my heart filled my nose. I felt the slightest surge of energy go through my body but stayed frozen in bed. 


"Elara? I know your home, I can feel your pain and it's driving me mad, please open the door and let me in." 


He pleaded with me, but I couldn't find the energy to move. My parents had been gone on vacation for a couple of weeks now so I had the house to myself, so they couldn't have opened the door for me. Ever since my first shift, they were terrified of me but still loved me enough to let me stay. Eventually, after some time I had gotten out of bed and opened the door for Isaac, part of me knew I needed his comfort to allow my heart to heal. 


Chapter Twelve