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In the windswept town of DeClare, Oklahoma, the 1972 murder of Gaylene Harjo and the disappearance of her baby Nicky Jack left the community with unanswered questions. The discovery of the child’s pajama bottoms on Willow Creek’s banks added to the mystery, yet Nicky’s body was never found. Nearly thirty years later, Nicky Jack inexplicably returns to DeClare, challenging the town’s long‑held memories. As his return prompts the revelation of hidden truths, the story examines the lasting impact of loss, the complexity of small‑town life, and the quest for justice and redemption.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Billie Letts
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