Shannon Broughton

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Nov, 2022

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“In the Shadow of the Beast” by Shannon Broughton

Submitted to Contest #183

This story contains references to domestic abuse and violence though not in graphic detail as well as symptoms of PTSD. Please be mindful if these subjects are a trigger for you.Thunder clapped overhead as though Zeus himself was preparing to wage war upon the land. The rain beat against the apartment window which already shook in its place from the raging winds. Lightening flashed blinding her for a moment then leaving little blobs of color floating in her eyes when she could see again. The lights flickered again, taunting or promising wors...

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Canadian born, state-side living, military spouse and mother of four. Shannon has lived a somewhat nomadic life, moving every few years. Experiencing new things and witnessing different vistas are things she strives towards. She has learned to embrace each chapter of her life, and to value every stage for what it brings.