Description
Lesley finds herself in a quiet world, recuperating at her aunt's house where the days stretch long and the stillness wraps around her. Her mother's distant trip to Egypt leaves her feeling isolated, amplifying her sense of vulnerability. As she settles into this unfamiliar yet comforting home, she begins to notice the peculiar happenings around her, peculiarities that tug at the edges of her imagination.
The arrival of a stranger at her window ignites a spark of intrigue and unease. Puzzled by this figure, Lesley grapples with her need for companionship while simultaneously feeling a sense of foreboding. The window becomes a portal to questions about trust, safety, and the unknown, challenging her to confront her fears and the reality outside her sheltered existence.
As the days unfold, Lesley navigates her physical and emotional healing amidst the growing tension. With each encounter, the line between reality and her imagination blurs, pulling her deeper into a web of suspense that ultimately explores the boundaries of friendship, fear, and the human spirit. Lesley’s journey is not just about recovery but also about discovering strength within herself and the power of connection.
The arrival of a stranger at her window ignites a spark of intrigue and unease. Puzzled by this figure, Lesley grapples with her need for companionship while simultaneously feeling a sense of foreboding. The window becomes a portal to questions about trust, safety, and the unknown, challenging her to confront her fears and the reality outside her sheltered existence.
As the days unfold, Lesley navigates her physical and emotional healing amidst the growing tension. With each encounter, the line between reality and her imagination blurs, pulling her deeper into a web of suspense that ultimately explores the boundaries of friendship, fear, and the human spirit. Lesley’s journey is not just about recovery but also about discovering strength within herself and the power of connection.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
208 pages
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1999
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Editions
5 editions
ISBN-10
0395943299
ISBN-13
9780395943298