FRACTALS
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Some wounds never heal. They echo in every choice you make.
Seventeen-year-old Carly Dalton has learned not to rely on anyone. With her sister missing and her world falling apart, the only thing she trusts is her own instinct to survive.
Asher Thompson is a teacher haunted by his own past. When he pulls Carly from the floor of a roadside bar, something about her stirs a memory he can’t shake—and a guilt he’s tried to forget.
What begins as an act of kindness becomes something far more dangerous, as their lives begin to mirror each other in ways neither of them expected. But the deeper Asher digs into Carly’s past, the closer he comes to a truth he’s spent years trying to outrun.
Because trauma leaves scars ... and no good deed goes unpunished.
Taut, atmospheric, and emotionally charged, Fractals is a haunting psychological thriller that explores the invisible threads that bind us—and what happens when they start to unravel.
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Content warning: This book contains depictions of human trafficking, abuse, drug use, and violence which may be difficult for sensitive readers.
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About the author
Alicia Anthony writes the kind of thrillers that keep you up at night—the ones that twist the mind, tug the heart, and never quite let go.
From the quiet of her rural Ohio farm, Alicia pens emotionally charged suspense novels laced with psychological depth, shadowy conspiracies, and just enough grit to leave a mark. Her acclaimed Blood Secrets series blends the haunting unknown with the harsh edge of reality, exploring what happens when secrets refuse to stay buried.
A two-time Golden Heart® finalist and Silver Quill Award winner, Alicia brings her background in education and fascination with true crime to every page. Her stories are driven by complex characters—often women on the edge—and fueled by the dark corners of human experience. Whether unraveling the genetic mysteries of a secret government program or delving into trauma that won’t be silenced, her work is unflinching, emotional, and unforgettable.
When she’s not writing, Alicia serves as a literacy specialist, helping young readers discover the power of story. She lives on a small farm in rural south-central Ohio with her husband, daughter, two mischievous toy poodles, and a growing cast of barnyard companions.
Alicia holds an MFA from Spalding University and degrees from Ashland University and The Ohio State University. She’s also the creative mind behind Drury Lane Books, where storytelling meets suspense with a literary edge.
