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Pearl Andreas grows up surrounded by the charm and laughter of a New Orleans estate, dreaming of a medical career and hopeful romance. As her family’s hidden secrets begin to surface, tragedy strikes—her twin brother falls from a height, and another descends into illness—forcing Pearl to confront a legacy marred by scandal and sorrow. Amidst the Louisiana heat and the tangled memories of her Cajun roots, Pearl seeks truth and solace, ultimately finding unexpected comfort and a budding love that may offer a path to healing and a future beyond the shadows of her past.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Horror/Gothic Horror
Authors: V. C. Andrews
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