The Coming!
- Ardith Arnelle `Price
- Jan 20
- 2 min read
Excerpts from Perfidy, The Debacle Series, Book One
Peals of thunder exploded, shaking the bedrock of our home perched on steel poles. I tried to relax on the patio lounge chair overlooking the reservoir in Marsh Harbor. The sound of the waves splashing against the shore was soothing. The once cloudless sky transformed into a foreboding hue. Beneath the thunderclouds, the heavens trapped a mysterious golden light, its origin a puzzle that added to the growing sense of unease. The light created an eerie glow, a sight both fascinating and unsettling. A deep, rough voice emerged from the galaxy’s far reaches, echoing around me. Its origins are a puzzle. A wave of panic washed over me as the ground quivered beneath my feet. The sinister speech in the shadows accused someone of being a deceitful conspirator. The words oozed with malice, each syllable a bone-chilling threat that hung in the air, refusing to dissipate.
“What on earth was that?” I screeched, my breath coming in panicked gasps. A persistent creaking noise accompanied the clatter of dishes on the table as the house adapted to the unstable landscape. As I scanned the deck, my hands clutched the armrests, feeling the smooth texture beneath my fingers as the noises grew louder. I searched Noah’s face for any sign of danger. My heart pounding in my chest, my mind racing with fear.
Noah paused his browsing on the tablet and fixed his stare on me, his concern palpable. His brows furrowed in confusion. “Carmen, what’s wrong? There’s nothing but laughter, children playing, and the house creaking. You’re scaring me. What did you hear?”
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We often find ourselves hearing strange noises at night more frequently than during the day, and our minds tend to run wild with frightening thoughts. Carmen encountered a sound she was familiar with previously, but this time, it filled her with pure terror. When fear takes hold, it's essential to stay in control of our emotions. Pause, pray, and take a deep breath. After doing these three things, you'll be better prepared to decide your next move. "Perfidy" is a gripping novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Take some time to immerse yourself in this series—click the link below to begin your exciting journey into science fiction and fantasy.
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