Through the Darkness

In this collection of short dramatic stories by Ashley A. Quigley the main protagonists are psychologically tested and tortured both mentally and physically.

The first story “Expedition” centre’s around a submarines crew who are on the brink of a scientific discovery. Uncertainty and distrust between crew members proves a test for the main character but will team work and determination pay off with the find of the century?

The second short story “Final verdict” develops a darker and more futile situation that revolves around a very emotional and isolated individual stuck in the middle of a heartless custody hearing, surrounded by her broken family.

The third story “Journey through the Darkness” plunges our imagination into a strange reality that dabbles into supernatural themes. A girls troubled past coming back to haunt her, catching her off guard when she least expects it. Her wits are strong but how much longer can she lie to her friends and family about that night in the interrogation room? And can she admit to herself that she needs help?

The Fourth story “Returning Home” finalises the collection with a complex and violent ending. A seemingly unescapable antagonist tortures her victim both physically and mentally returning her to the suffering she once endured during her childhood. But this time the life of her sister is also in the balance, controlled and in imprisoned the protagonist must think fast and talk her way out of this desperate situation before it’s too late, once again tapping into her supernatural powers.