Publication Date: July 2024
Blurb:
Early morning, August 1975: a camp counselor discovers an empty bunk. Its occupant, Barbara Van Laar, has gone missing. Barbara isn’t just any thirteen-year-old: she’s the daughter of the family that owns the summer camp and employs most of the region’s residents. And this isn’t the first time a Van Laar child has disappeared. Barbara’s older brother similarly vanished fourteen years ago, never to be found.
As a panicked search begins, a thrilling drama unfolds. Chasing down the layered secrets of the Van Laar family and the blue-collar community working in its shadow, Moore’s multi-threaded story invites readers into a rich and gripping dynasty of secrets and second chances. It is Liz Moore’s most ambitious and wide-reaching novel yet.
What To Expect:
Reader can expect a layered, complex mystery for adults about a girl that goes missing from summer camp with some LGBTQ rep.
Content Warnings:
Language: Moderate – Infrequent profanity, including some f- words (less than 20)
Sexual Content: Closed door – Sex is mentioned or implied. Infidelity, same-sex attraction.
Violence: Mild – Missing minors, abusive relationships, death (including child)
Substance Use: Alcohol and drug abuse
Prejudices: None
Religious Themes: None
Other Topics: None
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