Morgue's Embrace: A Gripping Excerpt from Melissa ( Ch. 18)

Moments of bliss, shadows of fate

In the vibrant tapestry of life, our early thirties often represent a period brimming with potential. Careers are flourishing, dreams are being chased, and the concept of mortality feels like a distant horizon, a reality acknowledged but seldom truly contemplated. 

It's a time when we believe ourselves invincible, encased in an armor of youth that renders us untouchable. But life, in its capricious nature, has a way of shattering illusions. 

On the Edge

The unthinkable can happen in an instant, leaving behind a desolate landscape of grief and disbelief.

This is the brutal reality that Nathan confronts in Chapter 18 of Melissa. Struck by a sudden and merciless blow, he finds himself in the sterile, antiseptic embrace of the morgue...

Unveiling a Gripping World (Excerpt 5, Chapter 18)

When Love Meets Loss

The morgue's air was a thick, suffocating blanket of antiseptic fumes, stinging his eyes and constricting his lungs like invisible chains. The chill of the room seeped into his bones like an insidious poison, permeating the very essence of his being...

Nathan's heart clenched in a vise-like grip, his gaze drawn to her lifeless form—the gentle curve of her cheekbone, the strands of her hair framing her face in a heartbreaking parody of sleep.

Tears welled up in his eyes, threatening to spill over, a torrent of grief that threatened to overwhelm him. A heart-wrenching sob tore from his chest, a desperate plea against the suffocating silence that enveloped him.

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Melissa: The Raven's Handshake

Jeffrey Darrington: More than meets the eye

What lies beneath the surface of a seemingly ordinary encounter?

We often take for granted the casual touches that punctuate our daily lives, assuming them to be innocuous. Yet, these brief moments of contact can serve as portals to hidden depths, revealing truths concealed beneath layers of artifice.

Nathan sought investment, a common pursuit in the world of scientific research. Little did he know that this particular meeting would open a door to a realm far more sinister than any other risk.

Excerpt from the Chapter  14 ( Encounter)

Never trust a raven with a shiny object

"As their skin met, an icy tendril snaked up Nathan's arm, momentarily stealing the warmth from his hand. 

A faint outline, a raven clutching a coin, brushed against his palm, sending a shiver through him that transcended the coolness. Startled, he looked up, the question forming on his lips before he could stop it. 

"Mr. Darrington," Nathan faltered, the lingering chill of Jeffrey's handshake sending goosebumps erupting across his skin. 

Before he could finish, Jeffrey released his hand, the smile replaced by a mask of professionalism as smooth as the exhale of his now-dead cigarette."

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It's hard to believe it's been a decade since Jacklyn A. Lo's enthralling sci-fi novel, Redemption, first captivated readers. The story of Ann, a high-powered tech executive grappling with disturbing visions, continues to enthrall fans worldwide.

A Glimpse into Ann's Extraordinary Journey:

A high-powered tech executive, Ann, finds her world shattered by disturbing visions. Are they echoes of past lives or signs of impending madness? 

Guided by her AI creation and an ancient psychic, Ann plunges into a journey through time. She experiences the raw pain of prehistoric childbirth and witnesses a violent murder that feels all too real. 

As she relives her past lives—throughout Caligula's Rome, Louis XIV's Versailles, and the shadows of WWII espionage—the line between past and present blurs. 

Enter Michael, an enigmatic stranger who seems to know too much about Ann's turmoil.

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"Melissa" Excerpt 3: Can Scientist Play God?

Nathan's ambition: revolution or recklessness?

Ethics, morals, and values walk hand-in-hand in our lives. 

The common perception is that institutions, professional government organizations, religious schools, or leaders provide us with guidelines to follow, helping us avoid regrettable wrongdoings and moral failings. 

But what happens when one denies religion and competes with God itself, creating their own reality? => You get Nathan, a central character in the "Melissa" novel.

Author's Bio

Sci-fi author Jacklyn A. Lo crafts captivating tales that explore themes of free will, destiny, and the power of choice.

Her debut novel, "Redemption," is a time-travel adventure, while her upcoming novel, "Melissa," is a chilling exploration of ambition. Buckle up and prepare to be transported to new worlds and thought-provoking realities.

World of "Melissa"

In a world where science blurs the lines between creator and creation, who decides what's right? 'Melissa' invites you to question your own ethical boundaries and contemplate the price of playing God.

Excerpt from Chapter 8 ( Readers favorite)

"Inside, rows of gene-editing robots glided with practiced grace, their articulated arms poised with surgical precision. Mark watched in awe as these marvels of AI performed delicate procedures on microscopic subjects.

'Fascinating,' he breathed, his eyes wide with a mixture of wonder and trepidation.

Nathan, with a hint of pride in his voice, activated a holographic projector. It revealed a mesmerizing display of mice's cells undergoing audacious transformations.

Mark's jaw went slack, his eyes widening as the holographic display unveiled the intricate spectacle of genetic engineering transformations before him.

Nathan's AI network, far surpassing any team of scientists, held the potential to revolutionize the world.

Yet, a flicker of doubt crossed Nathan's eyes as he saw the awestruck expression on Mark's face."

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Love and Foreboding: The Duality - The Second Excerpt from "Melissa"

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Life is a tough thing, but it can also offer us glimpses into our future destiny. The following excerpt shows Nathan's foreboding for the coming tragic days.

Author's Bio

Sci-fi author Jacklyn A. Lo crafts captivating tales that explore themes of free will, destiny, and the power of choice.

Her debut novel, "Redemption," is a time-travel adventure, while her upcoming novel, "Melissa," is a chilling exploration of ambition. 

Buckle up and prepare to be transported to new worlds and thought-provoking realities.

Excerpt "Love and Foreboding: The Duality"

"The door swung open, revealing a transformed living room. A whimsical parade of balloons bobbed in the gentle air, while strings of lights cast a soft, romantic glow. The delicious aroma of food wafted from the kitchen, a tempting invitation. Nathan's heart swelled with a wave of gratitude for the effort Melissa had put into creating this special scene.

A sudden jolt of disquietude ran through Nathan as his gaze swept across the room and landed on Melissa's latest painting. The barren desert landscape, strewn with human scalps and bones, created a striking contrast to the cheerful dress-up of the house. At the center of the painting, two nude women—one black and one white—passed a lit candle between them, their faces veiled, evoking a sense of foreboding. The image left Nathan momentarily distracted, its ominous theme lingering in the back of his mind even as he turned back to Melissa.

"And look at this," he said, handing her a dainty velvet box, revealing a heart-shaped golden medallion adorned with tiny rubies and diamonds, delicately engraved with the words "I love you."

This excerpt juxtaposes the warmth of romantic gestures with an undercurrent of unease, hinting at the complexities within Nathan and Melissa's relationship. The stark contrast between the cheerful, celebratory atmosphere and the disturbing imagery in Melissa's painting raises intriguing questions about her inner world. 

From the beginning, Melissa has been an enigma, an enthralling puzzle that Nathan was determined to unravel. This scene suggests that despite their intimacy, parts of Melissa remain mysterious, perhaps even unsettling. It leaves the reader wondering what secrets might lie beneath the surface of their seemingly idyllic relationship, and whether Nathan's journey to understand Melissa might lead to unexpected revelations

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