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In Naeem Murr’s debut, the charismatic protagonist—shapeshifting like a chameleon—entangles his foster family in a labyrinthine plot of hidden motives and sinister intentions. The story explores themes of identity, betrayal, and the blurred line between good and evil while delving into the secretive world of the foster care system.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller
Authors: Naeem Murr
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