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

The car shuddered to a stop, and we stepped out of the vehicle. They helped me with my bags and brought me inside where I was shown my room. 


The bed was decorated with a soft blue comforter while the room was painted a tannish brindle. Numerous paintings of four-legged creatures scattered throughout the room along with ribbons in the shade of royal blue as well as various other pictures of what seemed to be a younger Frederick standing next to one of the four-legged creatures. 


I was confused, I had no idea what they were called but I was taught all about city animals. The cats who scurry and hunt mice, the dogs who are loyal and protect viciously, the rodents who scavenge through the night, and the birds who soar through the sky. 


I was never taught about farm animals though; I suppose it just wasn’t as important as my lessons of survival, but I was curious. What were these majestic creatures? 


Chapter Twenty