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This series of linked YA novels follows seven girls cast out into the world after their home, an orphanage, is destroyed. Each protagonist receives only a few clues to their past, embarking on a journey to discover the families they've never known. Their individual stories intertwine as they navigate newfound independence and face the world in unexpected ways. It's a compelling exploration of identity, belonging, and the search for family.

The Unquiet Past
My Life Before Me
Stones on a Grave

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  • Stones on a Grave

    • 240 pages
    • 9 hours of reading
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    Set against the harrowing backdrop of the Holocaust, this narrative explores the profound themes of trauma, shame, and the quest for forgiveness. It delves into the experiences of Jewish individuals in concentration camps, highlighting the brutal realities they faced, including sexual violence. The story examines the complex interplay of identity and survival, as characters navigate their painful pasts while seeking redemption and understanding in a world marked by deep scars.

    Stones on a Grave

  • My Life Before Me

    • 264 pages
    • 10 hours of reading
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    Set against a backdrop of systemic racism and corruption, the narrative explores the intertwined lives of orphans navigating a world filled with deception and betrayal. Through the lens of journalism, the story delves into themes of friendship and the impact of societal issues, including suicide and murder. Law enforcement and political dynamics play critical roles as the characters confront the harsh realities of their environment, revealing the complexities of truth and justice in a flawed system.

    My Life Before Me

  • The Unquiet Past

    • 264 pages
    • 10 hours of reading

    Tess, plagued by waking visions, seeks answers about her sanity after her orphanage burns down. Traveling to a mansion in Quebec, she uncovers her family's troubled past and the mistreatment of mental patients, while also discovering her own paranormal powers. Part of the SECRETS series, consisting of seven interconnected novels.

    The Unquiet Past