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Terence Cave, a music-loving antiquarian, has endured the suicide of his mother, the murder of his young wife, and the tragic death of one twin. Now, as the sole guardian of his surviving daughter Bryony, he feels compelled to shield her from every perceived threat. His protective measures become increasingly strict and paranoid, driven by an inner voice that insists his duty is to preserve her innocence at any cost. The novel explores the psychological descent that follows when love turns possessive, raising unsettling questions about family bonds, grief, and the limits of parental control.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Psychological Fiction/Psychological Drama
Authors: Matt Haig
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