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Two close friends, bonded like sisters, discover a hidden truth in the attic that threatens to unravel their quiet town. For Karen, the attic is a refuge from an unwanted stepfather, while her best friend shares stories of crushes and dreams. Together, they devise a plan to confront the stepfather, but the scheme spirals into deadly consequences. Their shared secret, once buried, resurfaces with deadly repercussions, forcing them to face the disturbing history that lurks in the shadows of their home.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: V. C. Andrews
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