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The story unfolds through the perspectives of nine-year-old Rachel, her mother Celia, and her abductor, Ron, a middle-aged repairman whose obsession intensifies. Set against the backdrop of a summer blackout, the narrative delves into the unsettling dynamics of admiration and fear, exploring the darker aspects of urban life. As the two-week ordeal progresses, the chilling reality of a parent's worst fears comes to life, making for a gripping thriller that examines innocence, obsession, and the fragility of safety.

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Helpless, Barbara Gowdy

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2008
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