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Imamu, 18, leads a quiet life: a steady grocery-job, an apartment shared with his frail mother, and a sense of contentment. That peace shatters when, on a routine delivery, he becomes entangled in the ominous secrets of a wealthy household. The novel explores Imamu’s emerging self‑awareness, his evolving role within his family, and the unexpected dangers that lurk behind everyday routines.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Rosa Guy
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