Awakening in Shadows
Mildred Corsaro
259,691 Words
259,691 Words
On a mysterious night, Nora Bennett wakes up by the river with a splitting headache and a blur. She finds herself in a strange place, surrounded by an anxious man and a group of strangers lit by torch es. As she regains consciousness, Nora realizes that she has lost her memory and cannot even identify herself. She is told she is Jacob Johnson's wife, but the family seems to be cold and hostile to her. In the mansion, Nora struggles to piece together her past, but finds herself under surveillance, surrounded by people who treat her with suspicion and distrust. Her husband, Jacob, is often absent from the house and seems to have a close relationship with her indifference. Over time, Nora begins to question the real reason for her injuries and her role in the family. In one quest, Nora discovers the secrets hidden behind the family and gradually uncovers the truth about her memory loss. Her identity, her marriage and her relationship with Jacob are full of suspense. As her memory returns, Nora must confront a number of unsettling truths, find her place in this complex family, and uncover the hidden agendas that lie beneath the surface. In this suspenseful and tense story, Nora must not only rebuild her identity, but also find hope for survival in a hostile environment. Will she be able to uncover the truth and find out where she belongs, or will she be trapped in a home full of shadows?
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