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Emma, a mute found alone in a closed Ohio mall, bears head‑to‑toe fish‑scale tattoos that conceal her identity. Adopted and named by Lucy, a former circus performer, Emma’s silent existence sparks a search for her true past. Lucy’s investigation leads her into the shadows of her own history, revealing a link between Emma’s mysterious marks and old enemies. Their shared journey, fraught with psychological pressure and dark memories, becomes a testament to resilience, the bond between mother and daughter, and the quest for self‑discovery amid corruption and despair.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Psychological Fiction/Psychological Drama
Authors: Brooke Stevens
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