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C.L. DeBruce knits mystery and magic, writing urban fantasy that excites her readers. Her stories transport readers into cities where people use their spiritual and mythical gifts to walk among those living ordinary lives. Born into a family that told stories and lived according to folklore and superstitions, C.L. grew up experiencing hidden realms. After several years of helping others tell their stories, she decided to listen to the voice within and answer her true calling: writing. C.L.'s debut series, "The Family Spirit," has gripped her readers with unforgettable characters and bits of blended darkness.

Londyn by C.L. DeBruce

Within the heart of New York City, Londyn, a college student, wrestles with an unsettling dance alongside Death, an unwanted partner whose touch left her with its chilling embrace. Nicole, her best friend, and confidante, dismisses it as no more than a coincidence, and once, labeled it a curse.

Death.

Uncanny events transpire as Death begins to communicate with Londyn just before making its appearance. Curious yet confused, Londyn wonders where this peculiar gift came from and the purpose for its manifestation.

Following a deeply personal tragedy, Londyn finds herself plunged into a world she didn't know existed. Now filled with more questions than answers, a journey unfolds to uncover her truth.

CURATOR'S NOTE

C.L. DeBruce founded the Aspiring Writers Association of America (AWAOA), positioning authors, poets, and playwrights to take the literary world by storm. And her talent shines through in this speculative tale of an aspiring anesthesiologist drawn into a new world. – Zelda Knight

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"This book is an easy read and it kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. I read it in one day. The ending was captivating, leaving me wanting to know more. Can't wait to read book two!"
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BOOK PREVIEW

Excerpt

Why was she chosen to carry this gift? She didn't ask for it. She was almost positive her mother didn't have it. She was too logical.

Londyn was open to spiritual things. Almost drawn to them as a child. She found out in her first year of college she carried the gift of a seer.

They made it to the airport the next morning. After finding their terminal, Natalie sent the girls to find coffee. As Londyn was adding her favorite hazelnut creamer, a woman came near.

"You are a seer!" the woman exclaimed in French.

Startled, she dropped her coffee stirrer. "Excuse me?" she asked in the same language.

"You will see her soon," the strange woman whispered in English this time. She left leaving a chill in the air.

Standing on the other side of the coffee shop, Nicole saw the exchange. The woman was dressed in what appeared to be a dark long dress and head wrap. Something didn't look right. She went to her friend's side.

"What the hell?"

The weight of the interaction left Londyn feeling glued to the ground. She was still staring in the direction of the peculiar stranger, who had disappeared in the concourse.

"Lonnie, what just happened? What did she say to you?" Nicole persisted this time.

Yeah, what from hell was that? This is not the time to tell her. "She thought I was someone she knew. Just scared me the way she walked over and started talking," Londyn answered to satisfy her friend. "Let's head over and give our moms their coffees."