Chapter 4 - Shadows of the Gate

Fifteen years is a long time to hold your breath.There's a particular kind of dread that comes not from enemies but from the people who love you most — the ones whose trust makes the truth feel impossible. This chapter hums with the tension of a life held together by careful omissions, and the slow realization that care alone may not be enough to keep it intact.—Narrated by Rebecca Hasler.Set in D.W. Sheppard’s vast interconnected world where protective Gates hold back deadly monsters and treacherous flora, where safety is never guaranteed.Support the show:Grab the full novel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWNBQWZMStream sats or boost on Fountain.fm to support more episodesLeave a rating or review to help new listeners find the seriesNew episodes every Tuesday.