About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their teenager is feeling suffocated by their surroundings or is struggling with the fear of leaving home for the first time. It is a gritty, atmospheric mystery that follows two parallel timelines: a young woman traveling toward a tragic end, and Becca, a local girl desperate to escape her stagnant Appalachian town. The story explores heavy themes of small-town stagnation, the loss of innocence, and the complex reality of female vulnerability. While the murder mystery provides the hook, the heart of the book is about the courage it takes to outrun a predetermined fate. Due to the graphic nature of the crime and mature themes, it is best suited for older teens aged 16 and up.
