Epigraph
“You act like mortals in all that you fear, and like immortals in all that you desire”
― Lucius Annaeus Seneca, On the Shortness of Life.
This story contains themes of: attempted rape
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Two years ago, a former archaeologist uncovered an intriguing enigma left behind by a famous inventor in a museum, unaware that this would trigger a series of conflicts and misadventures that would change lives forever. His daughter, Catupi Reis, a fearless 16-year-old girl, has a special talent for attracting trouble. Alongside her best friend, she returns to the Brazilian countryside to embark on dangerous adventures. Between breaks for a barbecue, a battle of the bands, and a São João festival, they face chases, fights, storms, high-seas navigation, the challenges of surviving on a "deserted" island, caves, and traps, determined to uncover the mystery behind her father’s sudden death. Was it really a suicide?
“You act like mortals in all that you fear, and like immortals in all that you desire”
― Lucius Annaeus Seneca, On the Shortness of Life.
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Susan Morris: Loved this story! You have done it again. GReat character, romance and the right amount of HOT!
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ktkirata: The story is really interesting. How the character described in the story is like you can see them and picture how they move, talk and feel in the every plots. Well done writer and keep it up.
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user-za6B61FpQY: I was unsure of this story at first because I am not one for mystery. However, I am really into this story and characters now.
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Lyn: Deceit at its strongest. Enemies that you trust as allies. People you think are enemies...aren't. Why is life and love so complicated?
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Michele L: I loved this story!! Each guy had something that was only hers for them to share. I do wish it would have been explained the final sleeping arrangements because poor Dan was still on the couch lolI can't wait for more like this
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Gerri: Such a lovely book. Loved the characters and the plot.Well worth the read. Thank you.
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virgie: The flow of this novel is near perfect. Loved the well-developed characters. Sorry that Danny desired his brother's mate. Loved Luna Sheela's support. Liked the way our girl blew away jealous females. Her parents are fun.
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jonahlee: at first i though it was a historical romance but realized it was a modern novel.I loved it ,great storyline
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