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Ahead Of Time - cover

Ahead Of Time

G. Di Leonis

Translator Gaia Bordandini Baldassarri

Publisher: Tektime

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Summary

A villa is listed for sale with an unusual ad on a real estate portal. The proposal catches Daphne’s attention as she’s looking for a new apartment after breaking up with her ex-girlfriend. But there’s one detail that makes it even more intriguing: “The seller isn’t asking for money.”

“This villa will go to whoever lives in it for thirty consecutive days, without ever stepping beyond its gates. And without paying a single cent,” Bárrot explained to her. Daphne smiled, amused. “What is it, haunted?” she asked, pretending to shiver. “Are there ectoplasms popping out of nowhere, playing tricks on the tenants?” Bárrot denied, shaking his head. “But maybe that would’ve been preferable...”

Daphne and her girlfriend have broken up abruptly. While staying at her sister’s place, Daphne sets out to find a new apartment. Intrigued by an unusual ad, she finds herself standing in front of a villa. Between discoveries and unexpected twists, what initially seems extraordinary and futuristic will soon turn into something far more threatening and uncontrollable.

Recommended Age: 14+
Available since: 05/23/2025.
Print length: 270 pages.

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