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A pesar de que no posea ningún indicio de que su hijo continúe con vida, Zan Moreland sigue convencida de que logrará encontrarlo. Han transcurrido dos años de angustia y de búsqueda obstinada desde que alguien raptara a Matthew a plena luz del día y en un sitio tan concurrido como Central Park, pero la investigación no ha avanzado lo más mínimo. Cuando se aproxima la fecha del quinto cumpleaños del niño, las fuerzas de Zan comienzan a flaquear y justo en ese momento salen a la luz unas fotografías del instante en que secuestraron a Matthew. Zan mira desconcertada las imágenes en las que aparece una mujer idéntica a ella llevándose a su hijo. ¿Estará perdiendo el juicio?

Exploring the intricacies of family secrets, this novel delves into the hidden past that shapes the lives of its characters. The narrative unfolds around a family's concealed history, revealing how these secrets influence relationships and personal identities. With a blend of emotional depth and compelling storytelling, the author invites readers to reflect on the impact of the past on the present, making for a poignant and thought-provoking read.

In the wake of a catastrophic storm, Cora sets off with her nine-year-old daughter, Maia, to register her son's birth. Her husband, Gordon, a local doctor, respected in the community but a terrifying and controlling presence at home, intends for her to name the infant after him. But when the registrar asks what she'd like to call the child, Cora hesitates...Spanning thirty-five years, what follows are three alternate and alternating versions of Cora's and her young son's lives, shaped by her choice of name. In richly layered prose, The Names explores the painful ripple effects of domestic abuse, the messy ties of family, and the possibilities of autonomy and healing.With exceptional sensitivity and depth, Knapp draws us into the story of one family, told through a prism of what-ifs, causing us to consider the "one . . . precious life" we are given. The book’s brilliantly imaginative structure, propulsive storytelling, and emotional, gut-wrenching power are certain to make The Names a modern classic.