Death threatened Corey until the eight genetic factors in his blood responded with Gifts that gave him hope of escaping his terrible destiny of being a hero like his parents and older brothers. Shadow Dreams is an enticing short story that opens the book on the Eight Factors universe where near death incidents can cause incredible gifts to erupt. Join Corey as he navigates the treacherous currents of the Gifted while hiding his true potential. If he fails, freedom won't be the only thing he loses. Also included in this edition is the first chapter of The Hole Inside, a fantasy story of a young man finding love and acceptance with both his best friend and the God he thought he'd never get to know.