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A Step Past Darkness

By: Vera Kurian
Narrated by: Jeena Yi
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SIX CLASSMATES. ONE TERRIFYING NIGHT. A MURDER TWENTY YEARS IN THE MAKING…

There’s something sinister under the surface of the idyllic, suburban town of Wesley Falls, and it’s not just the abandoned coal mine that lies beneath it. The summer of 1995 kicks off with a party in the mine where six high school students witness a horrifying crime that changes the course of their lives.

The six couldn’t be more different.
  • Maddy, a devout member of the local megachurch
  • Kelly, the bookworm next door
  • James, a cynical burnout
  • Casey, a loveable football player
  • Padma, the shy straight-A student
  • Jia, who’s starting to see visions she can’t explain
When they realize that they can’t trust anyone but each other, they begin to investigate what happened on their own. As tensions escalate in town to a breaking point, the six make a vow of silence, bury all their evidence, and promise to never contact each other again. Their plan works – almost.

Twenty years later, Jia calls them all back to Wesley Falls—Maddy has been murdered, and they are the only ones who can uncover why. But to end things, they have to return to the mine one last time. Psychological Supernatural Suspense Thriller & Suspense
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Having loved Vera Kurian’s first novel, I was eagerly anticipating this second one, and it more than delivered. The story is deeply character-driven, much like Never Saw Me Coming, with compelling, well-drawn characters whose secrets and struggles immediately draw you in. Set against a backdrop of small-town religious fanaticism, the narrative is both intimate and tense, exploring how belief, control, and fear shape the characters’ lives. I was invested in their journeys from the very first page, and the story kept me engaged throughout with its careful pacing and emotional depth.

The paranormal elements add a chilling, otherworldly dimension, giving the story a suspenseful edge that keeps you on your toes. Combined with clever twists and immersive storytelling, A Step Past Darkness is both thrilling and haunting. For readers who enjoy character-led thrillers with a touch of the supernatural, or anyone who loved Kurian’s debut, this is an absolute must-read. Absolutely fascinating.

Small Town, Big Suspense

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