Bryan and Ellie Stockton hope they left behind their demons when they move to their idyllic new home in southern West Virginia. Above all, they want a fresh start for their young son, Derrick, who witnessed the tumultuous first years of their marriage – years that were rife with substance abuse, rage, and resentment. Their bright hope for the future is darkened when a child disappears from their neighborhood. The couple becomes suspicious of a reclusive resident with a degenerative brain disorder. Strange events begin to happen in their house just as Derrick tells them about a new friend who visits him at night. Their son may be acting out from the trauma he endured, or he could be the obsession of something much more sinister.
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I loved this book. My absolute favorite part was when Ellie was tied up by Maren and Derrick helped her escape. I have six sons and I can imagine every one of my boys at that age would have acted the same way…helpful but affection. The giggling and forehead kiss and trust between mother and son was just heart warming. Loved this book! Also, I vote for Alexa Davalos to play Maren in a movie! :)