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Josie S. and her mother Delia relocate to the home of their great‑aunt Esther Burkhardt in upstate New York. There they live alongside Josie’s cousin, Jared Jr., a seminary student whose quiet demeanor and impeccable attire intrigue the young girl. During a summer afternoon by the river behind the Burkhardt house, Josie encounters Jared Jr. and learns about hidden family secrets, setting the stage for a complex emotional journey. The novel explores themes of trust, psychological tension, and the fragile boundaries of family ties within a fractured American household.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Psychological Fiction/Psychological Drama
Authors: Joyce Carol Oates
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