Shattered Illusion

Hello, my beautiful readers! Welcome to: Shattered Illusion. The first installment of 'The Illicit' series. Read at your risk of losing your sanity. Thus, no light-hearted readers allowed. •T R I G G E R W A R N I N G S• In this novel, please be aware that trigger warnings are present. The material contains mature and graphic scenes, along with psychopathic suggestions and violent scenes involving bloodshed. Additionally, there are mentions of trauma and disorders, and the use of foul and violent language. Viewer discretion is advised for those who may find such content distressing or uncomfortable. •? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?• Copyright © Nickayla Forrester 2023 All Right Reserved. This novel is the sole property of its author. Any unauthorized reproduction without permission from the author-be it in print or digital form, through lending, borrowing, or even downloading-shall be deemed illegal and punishable by law. The author reserves all rights to make amendments to the novel as and when they deem fit. Anyone found guilty of breaking the law will face legal proceedings and shall be liable for any losses incurred in due course, including but not limited to compensation cost, attorney's fees, damages. Note: This novel is the work of the writer. Characters, names, and events are vivid imaginations of the author's, used in a fictitious manner. Any similarity to real persons, living or dead, is coincidental and not intended by the author. However, some police cases may somewhat or maybe similar to cases that happen in reality. •D E D I C A T I O N• Dedicated to everyone who wonders if I'm writing about them. I am. And to those who inspired it and will not read it. •E P I G R A P H• ❝Some things scratch at the surface while others strike at your soul.❞