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Past Caring
The novel "Past Caring" by Robert Goddard centers on a woman who inadvertently becomes entangled in a decades-old mystery. While sorting through the effects of a deceased relative or perhaps encountering an old acquaintance, she unearths a disturbing secret or a puzzling artefact that hints at a past tragedy or deception. This discovery propels her into a dangerous investigation, forcing her to confront individuals who have long sought to keep the truth buried. The protagonist, often a seemingly ordinary person, finds herself increasingly isolated and threatened as she digs deeper into the circumstances surrounding the secrets she's uncovered. At its heart, "Past Caring" explores the enduring power of past events to shape and poison the present, and the perilous consequences of unearthing buried truths. Themes of mistaken identity, hidden motives, and the unreliability of appearances are woven throughout the narrative. What makes Goddard's work particularly compelling is his signature intricate plotting and psychological suspense. He masterfully manipulates the reader's expectations, employing a slow, deliberate unveiling of information that creates a palpable sense of dread and uncertainty. The story's strength lies not only in its complex mystery but also in its exploration of human obsession and the destructive lengths people will go to protect their secrets, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the final, often surprising, revelation.
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Publisher
Corgi
Pages
524
Format
PAPERBACK
ISBN-13
9780552131445
ISBN-10
055213144X
Language
English
Published
1987-01-01
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