They thought it was just a game.

Alana Jacobs, Steven Harper III, August Hill, and Viva Stone have nothing in common—until time stops.

During Homecoming weekend at Maryland State University, a mysterious supernatural event freezes the entire campus at 10:23 PM… except for them.

As they navigate a frozen world, the truth unravels: their families are part of a secret generational pact tied to a powerful time-manipulating artifact known as the chronograph—and a malevolent force called the Dark Source.

Set at a fictional university and blending suspense, time travel, and family legacy, What Happened at Maryland State University is a supernatural thriller about fate, trust, and the pressure of inherited responsibility.

Perfect for readers who enjoy:

– Supernatural thrillers with emotional depth

– Time manipulation, curses, and secret societies

– Ensemble casts and multiple POV storytelling

– College-set mysteries with paranormal twists

Some secrets were never meant to stay buried. Some forces were never meant to be fought alone.