Safe and Sound: A Novel by Laura McHugh

In the small town of Beaumont, Missouri, Amelia and Kylee live under the shadow of a haunting mystery: the disappearance of their cousin Grace six years ago. Grace vanished from their farmhouse one fateful night while babysitting them, leaving behind a trail of blood in the kitchen. Despite extensive searches and investigations, Grace was never found, leaving the community reeling and the sisters scarred.

Now on the cusp of their own high school graduation, Amelia and Kylee yearn to escape the confines of their hometown, where dreams are stifled and opportunities seem scarce. However, their aspirations are tethered by the lingering mystery of Grace's disappearance, which serves as a grim reminder of the town's dark underbelly and the perils of aspiring for something more.

When human remains are discovered in Beaumont, hope flickers within the sisters that they may finally uncover the truth about Grace. Determined to unravel the mystery that has haunted them for years, Amelia and Kylee embark on a relentless quest for answers, delving into Grace's past and unearthing buried secrets that lead them down a perilous path.

As they inch closer to the truth, Amelia and Kylee realize that their pursuit for justice may come at a grave cost. They confront the harsh realities of their town, where misogyny, violence, and the suppression of women's voices run rampant. In their quest to find Grace, the sisters navigate treacherous terrain, facing threats and dangers that challenge their resolve and put their lives in jeopardy.

Driven by love for their cousin and a desire for closure, Amelia and Kylee must summon all their courage to confront the darkness lurking in their midst and fight for justice in a town plagued by secrets and deception. ❤️📚❤️