Description
Riley’s life is falling apart. He’s on the brink of losing his business and marriage. Everyone wants a piece of him. Overwhelmed, he escapes to a childhood haven.
But when he isolates himself in a run-down shack on the far side of the creek, the cheerful occupants of the sleepy seaside village grow suspicious of him. His odd behaviour, coupled with the disappearance of an employee, has tongues wagging with intrigue and speculation as to what he is doing over there.
Even Riley doubts his decision when unwanted intruders come knocking. Paradise is not so welcoming any more, yet he digs in, determined to prove them all wrong.
Travis James (verified owner) –
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James Timothy (verified owner) –
The way you built tension without shouting was masterful. The slow-burn paranoia. The way Riley’s isolation bled into the village’s judgment. It wasn’t just about what happened — it was about how it felt to be trapped, scrutinized, and misunderstood. You didn’t over-explain. You let the silence speak. And that’s what made it so unnerving and unforgettable. The transformation of Patonga — from peaceful escape to pressure cooker — was subtle, eerie, and real. It’s been a while since I got that can’t-put-this-book-down feeling. The depth, the emotion, the rhythm of the story… it was all so vivid. Thank you!!!