The Cottagers

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Cyrus Collingwood, a nineteen-year-old resident of East Sooke, grapples with feelings of genius and resentment towards summer visitors. His fascination intensifies with two American couples whose complex relationships reveal jealousy and rivalry. As Cyrus intrudes into their lives, his obsession deepens, culminating in a mysterious disappearance that alters the dynamics among the group. The narrative explores themes of isolation, obsession, and the intricacies of human relationships against the backdrop of a stunning coastal setting.