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Sara Neal
Bio:
American author of romantic suspense novels
Known for her complex characters, fastpaced plots, and atmospheric settings
Multiple awardwinning and bestselling author
Works:
Under the Shadow Series:
Under the Shadow (2019)
Hidden in the Shadow (2020)
Trapped in the Shadow (2021)
Standalone Novels:
The Weight of Shadows (2017)
The Memory Keeper (2018)
The Perfect Son (2022)
The Girl in the Snow (2023)
Awards and Recognition:
Thriller of the Year Award (2022) for The Perfect Son
Mary Higgins Clark Award (2020) for Hidden in the Shadow
Goodreads Choice Award nominee for Suspense (2019) for Under the Shadow
Top 100 Novels of the Year by Amazon (2018) for The Weight of Shadows
Writing Style:
Compelling and actionpacked narratives
Twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats
Strong and relatable female protagonists
Exploration of themes such as love, betrayal, and resilience
Critical Reception:
"Neal's writing is as sharp as a knife and as addictive as a drug." New York Times Book Review
"A master of suspense who will keep you guessing until the very end." Washington Post
"Sara Neal is one of the most exciting thriller writers working today." Publishers Weekly
Meaning:
(Philippines) A superstitious belief that a person's soul may leave the body while they are sleeping, causing illness or even death.
Usage:
The doctor believes my illness is due to "saramara," but I think it's just the flu.
Be careful not to wake a sleeping person suddenly, as it could cause their soul to become separated from their body.
Etymology:
From the Tagalog words "sara" (leave) and "mara" (illness).
Related Terms:
Astral projection
Outofbody experience
Soul separation
Sar?msak
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