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Thrive
In Thrive, Barbara Jean Soura transports readers to a harsh, unforgiving world where survival is anything but guaranteed. The story follows Emm, a young woman raised in “The Village,” a desolate community on the edge of a vast, mysterious land. Isolated from the rest of the world, The Village is surrounded by jagged black rocks and barren landscapes, where every day is a struggle for food, safety, and survival. But just beyond its borders lies something even more dangerous—the ominous misty wall known as The Frigid, a place that no one dares to cross.
When Emm ventures into The Well, a perilous, forbidden zone near The Frigid, she stumbles upon something extraordinary—a glowing blue stone buried beneath a rare healing plant. The stone radiates an eerie energy, drawing her toward it despite the risks. What seems like a simple discovery soon turns into a life-altering event, as the stone possesses strange, supernatural properties that neither Emm nor anyone in The Village can explain. It’s more than just a relic—it’s a force, something ancient and powerful, and now, it’s in her hands.
Emm’s twin brother, ShaDoe, becomes her closest ally as they try to unravel the mystery of the stone. When ShaDoe touches it, something even stranger happens—it renders him invisible, hinting at powers far beyond their understanding. As the siblings try to keep their discovery a secret, they find themselves caught in a dangerous web of fear, power, and uncertainty.
But Emm has other problems beyond the mysterious stone. She has spent years being tormented by mEEnHan, a cruel and privileged bully who takes pleasure in intimidating and controlling others. With his family’s influence and resources, mEEnHan wields his power freely, making life unbearable for those he targets—including Emm. However, she finds unexpected support in Magnum (“Mags”), a hardworking and kind-hearted man who refuses to stand by while she suffers.
As tensions in The Village rise, Emm must navigate the brutal reality of her world while trying to understand the significance of the blue stone. What is its purpose? Why was she the one to find it? And, most importantly, what dangers will it bring? As the mystery unfolds, Emm is forced to make impossible choices, ones that could change not only her life but the fate of The Village itself.
Thrive is an exploration of resilience, courage, and the unknown forces that shape our lives. The novel combines elements of dark fantasy, adventure, and paranormal mystery, creating a deeply immersive atmosphere where every discovery comes with consequences. The setting is bleak yet mesmerizing, drawing readers into a world that is both hostile and intriguing.
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