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Nicoletta’s curiosity about the mysterious Jethro drives her to a deserted cave on the edge of town, where she discovers why he is unlike everyone else. The novel examines adolescent obsession, the fear of the unknown, and the power of friendship amid secrets.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Caroline B. Cooney
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