Peter McDowell loses his high-level investment job and his marriage in quick succession, forcing him to return to his childhood home in New England. There, he reconnects with his twin brother, Michael, a successful local doctor who stayed behind to care for their parents. As Peter settles into the family estate, he discovers hidden journals and medical records that suggest Michael is not the selfless community pillar he appears to be. The story centers on sibling rivalry, long-held family secrets, and the investigation into a dark medical history.
Fans of domestic drama choose this book to observe how childhood dynamics persist into adulthood. The narrative appeals to those interested in stories where family hierarchies are dismantled by the discovery of uncomfortable truths. Readers walk away with a look at the tension between two differing life paths and a resolution regarding whether past grievances can be forgiven or if some betrayals are too deep to bridge. It provides a specific look at the contrast between urban professional failure and small-town prestige.
- Published
- 2015
- Language
- EN
