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In this provocative novel, a hometown hero who serves as a teacher finds himself arrested for sexual impropriety at a prestigious preparatory school. The arrest throws his American family into turmoil, forcing them to confront questions of loyalty, truth, and the pursuit of happiness. Through the lens of a small‑town community, the story examines the complex interplay between personal conduct, social reputation, and the challenges of reconciling family bonds with the public scrutiny that follows a scandal.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Zoe Whittall
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