# Living in the Past
## Part I: The Haunting Shadows of Gabriel Alden
- **Introduction to Gabriel's World**
- Gabriel's past as a slave and his escape from captivity.
- His connection to the Chronicles of Kerrigan universe.
- The lingering trauma and secrets that haunt him daily.
- **The Aftermath of Freedom**
- The destruction of the man who enslaved him.
- How killing was meant to be his purpose but became his redemption.
- Finding unexpected family among those he was sent to infiltrate.
- **Gabriel’s Emotional Turmoil**
- Why Gabriel feels isolated despite others finding happiness.
- Dark memories haunting every step he takes.
- Secrets too terrible to confront chasing him around the globe.
## Part II: Searching for Truth and Redemption
- **A Global Quest for Answers**
- Gabriel's journey across continents to uncover hidden truths about his past.
- Encounters with allies and enemies along the way.
- Clues leading him closer to understanding his own identity.
- **Confronting Inner Demons**
- Flashbacks revealing moments of pain, fear, and resilience.
- Struggles with self-worth and trust issues stemming from his enslavement.
- Learning to accept help from newfound friends and mentors.
- **Can He Escape His Ghosts?**
- Reflections on whether anyone can truly outrun their past.
- Moments of doubt versus glimmers of hope for a better future.
- Realizations about how his experiences shape who he is today.
## Part III: Building Toward a Future
- **Finding Purpose Beyond Pain**
- Discovering what motivates Gabriel to keep moving forward.
- Lessons learned from both failures and victories throughout his life.
- Understanding the balance between living in the present and preparing for tomorrow.
- **New Beginnings Amidst Uncertainty**
- Signs of healing and personal growth despite ongoing challenges.
- Relationships forming with characters from the broader Chronicles of Kerrigan series.
- Hints at potential romantic or familial connections yet to develop.
- **Foreshadowing What’s to Come**
- Teasers for upcoming books in the trilogy ("Present for Today" and "Staring at the Future").
- Gabriel’s realization that his struggles are far from over.
- A cliffhanger ending suggesting greater dangers ahead.
## Appendix: Related Series by W.J. May
- **Prequel Series**
- Christmas Before the Magic
- Question the Darkness
- Into the Darkness
- Fight the Darkness
- Alone in the Darkness
- Lost in Darkness
- **The Chronicles of Kerrigan Series**
- Rae of Hope
- Dark Nebula
- House of Cards
- Royal Tea
- Under Fire
- End in Sight
- Hidden Darkness
- Twisted Together
- Mark of Fate
- Strength & Power
- Last One Standing
- Rae of Light
- **The Chronicles of Kerrigan Sequel**
- A Matter of Time
- Time Piece
- Second Chance
- Glitch in Time
- Our Time
- Precious Time
- **Themes Explored Across All Books**
- Sagas, horror romance, fantasy, young adult fiction.
- Boarding school settings, paranormal elements, superpowers, tattoos, mystery, romance.
- Supernatural themes including Tudor history, vampires, witches, and dark fantasy.