Books like Little sister by Patricia J. MacDonald
After the funeral of their father, Beth Pearson reluctantly returns to Maine to assume responsibility for her 14‑year‑old sister Francie, whom she has long disliked. Francie becomes deeply involved with a 21‑year‑old man named Andrew, sparking Beth’s alarm. Determined to intervene, Beth takes Francie to Philadelphia, where the relationship escalates into violence and danger. As the stakes rise, Beth realizes that uncovering Andrew’s dangerous nature and protecting Francie is vital, driving a tense, thriller plot that culminates in a dramatic confrontation.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller
Authors: Patricia J. MacDonald
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