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After her older sister Tess dies, Callie da Costa is determined to keep Tess’s memory intact. But when she begins to uncover uncomfortable truths that suggest Tess was not the saint she was portrayed as, Callie’s quest for the truth pulls her into a dangerous kidnapping investigation. With the help of friends and her own resolve, Callie must navigate a complex web of mystery, family loyalty, and the search for redemption in a story that blends mystery, faith, and sibling bonds.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Contemporary Fiction
Authors: Katie Bayerl
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