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Anna Boyd and her loved ones have long lived under the shadow of Witness Protection, hoping to leave the past behind. When a sinister figure resurfaces, the fragile peace they’ve rebuilt is shattered. Suddenly, Elizabeth’s family must once again navigate a perilous world of danger and secrecy. The story tracks their struggle to protect each other while confronting the forces that threaten to tear them apart.
Set amidst the tense backdrop of a hidden identity and the looming threat of murder, the novel explores familial bonds, love, and the relentless pursuit of safety. Through Anna’s eyes, readers witness the resilience required to rebuild a life while dealing with the constant peril of law and crime.
The narrative is a blend of action, adventure, and tender family moments, as the characters balance the quest for normalcy with the reality of witness protection programs in Louisiana and beyond.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Ashley Elston
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