Fatherless Daughter​,​ Contemporary Fiction Mystery

When 18-year-old Aashirya Juarez begins unraveling the decades-old disappearance of her grandmother, she uncovers haunting truths about her family’s legacy and the dark forces entwined with it. Set in the enigmatic town of Joslinburg, Arizona, the story follows Aashirya as she navigates prophetic visions, buried secrets, and strained relationships. Balancing themes of mystery, generational trauma, and resilience, Fatherless Daughter explores the lengths one must go to confront the shadows of the past while carving a path toward the future.

Details

  • Age Group:Adult (18+)
  • Manuscript TypeFull Manuscript
  • Draft Number:Third Draft
  • Word Count (Rounded Up):Up to 120,000
  • Spice Level2 Peppers (light spice)

Story Type:

  • Novel

Primary Genre:

  • Fiction
  • Mystery | Thriller | Crime

Themes & Tropes

  • Complex World Building
  • Dark
  • Diverse Voices
  • Drama
  • Enemies-To-Lovers
  • Gothic
  • High Stakes
  • Mistaken or Hidden Identity
  • Morally Grey
  • Mystery
  • Paranormal

Requirements & Requests

Request for Beta Readers: I’m seeking dedicated and insightful beta readers for my supernatural drama novel, Fatherless Daughter. This story combines themes of dark family secrets, complex world-building, and high stakes as the protagonist uncovers her family's deeply buried truths while confronting ancient, mystical forces. If you enjoy morally grey characters, Gothic undertones, and suspenseful storytelling, this might be the perfect read for you! Requirements for Beta Readers: Feedback Focus: Emotional impact of the characters and relationships (especially between Aashirya and her father, Haman). Pacing of the mystery and supernatural elements. Clarity of world-building and lore (e.g., the Order of the Shadowed Veil and the Guardians of the Dawn). Consistency and engagement of romantic subplot, if present. Preferred Experience: Familiarity with supernatural drama, mystery, or dark fantasy genres. Commitment: Willingness to read a full draft within 3 week timeframe and provide structured feedback. Optional: Readers who enjoy Gothic themes or morally complex characters.

Comparable Stories:

If you loved the family secrets and twists of We Were Liars and the dark intrigue of The Cruel Prince, then Fatherless Daughter is your next must-read. A story of mystery, power, and resilience, it’s perfect for fans of gripping drama and dark fantasy.

Trigger Warnings:

This book contains themes of family trauma, abandonment, manipulation, violence, emotional abuse, and dark supernatural elements. Reader discretion is advised.

Manuscript Format

  • Google Doc
  • PDF

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