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When Kurt’s younger sister vanishes under mysterious circumstances, he finds himself confined to the local police station for the night, listening to a variety of witnesses. Their statements expose deep-rooted prejudices, shocking secrets, and a web of gossip that permeates the town’s beachside life. Through Kurt’s restless pursuit and the unfolding testimonies, the novel lays bare the hidden tensions that define adolescence in a close‑knit community.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: Carol Plum-Ucci
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