Island Wraith

When twelve-year-old Emily and her friends discover an ancient ritual in the depths of a forgotten cave, they think it's just a bit of fun-until something goes horribly wrong. Unwittingly, they unleash a creature from the shadows, a monstrous presence that follows them even as they flee by plane. But their escape turns into a nightmare as the creature causes them to crash-land on a deserted island, where they must now fight to survive.

Stranded and hunted, Emily and her friends quickly realize this isn't an ordinary island. Strange symbols and eerie ruins hint at a dark past, one woven with ancient curses and restless spirits. As they delve deeper, they find themselves pitted against a relentless monster that seems to know their every fear. Determined to make it home, the group sets elaborate traps and finds courage they never knew they had. Each friend faces personal struggles, uncovering strength and resilience as they unite against a foe far beyond their understanding.

But as the days turn into a battle of wits and survival, Emily begins to question her role in their plight. Wracked with guilt, she feels responsible for bringing this terror upon her friends. Together, they must unravel the island's mysteries and confront their worst fears to have any hope of escape. Yet the island's curse looms over them, and their greatest challenge might not be the creature itself, but the darkness lurking within the island-and within themselves.

Island Wraith is a thrilling story of survival, friendship, and the courage to face the unknown. Suspenseful and haunting, it will keep readers on the edge of their seats as Emily and her friends take on a monstrous force in a desperate fight to survive. Will they find a way to break the curse, or will the island's secrets claim them forever?