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Lisa recalls being overwhelmed after a busy day, forgetting a promise that a friend's daughter was to stay over. When the child doesn't return, Lisa realizes she has lost a girl she knows. The disappearance triggers a frantic search, drawing on Lisa’s resolve and the support of friends and family to uncover the truth and face hidden family dynamics.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: Paula Daly
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