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After a protracted illness, Paige Mallory discovers she has lost her hearing. Determined to regain communication, she sets off for an institute in Scotland where she hopes to learn sign language and lip reading. En route, a malevolent stranger kidnaps her and claims a close associate was behind the attack. While navigating captivity, Paige must confront her deepest fears, embrace her faith, and discover the hidden forces shaping her destiny.
The novel blends historical intrigue with the challenges of deafness and the pursuit of personal liberation. It explores themes of inheritance, succession, and the power of belief amid danger and mystery.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Jane Peart
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