Books matching: childhood lie
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Save:Whisper Down the Lane by Clay McLeod Chapman is a psychological horror novel that weaves together two timelines and points of view to explore the impact of a childhood lie on the lives of those involved. Set in the 1980s during the height of the Satanic Panic, the story follows young Sean, who falsely accuses his teacher of abuse, and Richard, an art teacher in the 2010s who becomes the target of retribution for Sean's lies. The book delves into themes of mass hysteria, forgiveness, and the consequences of spreading false narratives, creating a gripping and eerie tale that blurs the lines between truth and paranoia. Chapman's writing style is described as accessible, engaging, and masterful in creating a sense of confusion and fear that mirrors the protagonist's experiences.
His chest cavity had been carefully cracked open, his rib cage fanning back as if it were the glistening crimson trigger hairs on a Venus flytrap, patiently waiting for its prey to wander inside its g...
