Confessions of the Dead: From the authors of Death of the Black Widow BY James Patterson And J. D. Barker

In "Shadows Over Hollows Bend," a gripping mystery unfolds in the idyllic town of Hollows Bend, New Hampshire, renowned for its pristine beauty and zero crime rate—a source of pride for Sheriff Ellie Pritchett. However, the arrival of a mysterious stranger disrupts this tranquility, ushering in a wave of unsettling events.

The stranger is a teenage girl, enigmatic and uncooperative, who raises suspicions as she refuses to divulge any information about herself, not even her name. Sheriff Ellie and her deputy embark on a relentless investigation, trying to uncover the truth behind the girl's identity and her purpose in their town. Their efforts are soon overshadowed by a series of escalating crimes that defy Hollows Bend's peaceful reputation.

As they delve deeper into the mysteries surrounding the girl, the officers are led on a trail of clues that point towards a hidden lake outside of town—an enigmatic location absent from any official maps. Each crime scene they encounter brings them closer to unraveling the chilling secrets lurking beneath Hollows Bend's picturesque surface.

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