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In Her Wake

A tragic family event reveals devastating news that rips apart Bella's comfortable existence Embarking on a personal journey to uncover the truth she faces a series of traumatic discoveries that take her to the ruggedly beautiful Cornish coast where hidden truths past betrayals and a 25-year-old mystery threaten not just her identity but her lifeChilling complex and profoundly moving In Her Wake is a gripping psychological thriller that questions the nature of family - and reminds us that sometimes the most shocking crimes are committed closest to home
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A tragic family event reveals devastating news that rips apart Bella's comfortable existence Embarking on a personal journey to uncover the truth she faces a series of traumatic discoveries that take her to the ruggedly beautiful Cornish coast where hidden truths past betrayals & a 25-year-old mystery threaten not just her identity but her life Chilling complex & profoundly moving In Her Wake is a gripping psychological thriller that questions the nature of family
- & reminds us that sometimes the most shocking crimes are committed closest to home

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