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In a small Vermont town, a land sale by a local farmer sparks protests from the Abenaki Indians, who claim the property as a sacred burial ground. The ensuing investigation draws in Ross Wakeman, a skeptical ghost hunter hired to uncover the truth. While probing the case, Ross encounters Lia, a beautiful and enigmatic woman whose presence hints at a long‑hidden murder. As he pieces together the town’s secrets, the investigation uncovers a buried past that challenges the community’s understanding of history and justice.
The novel explores themes of land rights, indigenous heritage, and the complexities of truth, set against the quiet backdrop of Vermont.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Jodi Picoult
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