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Synopsis
Alison's new stepfather, the charismatic plastic surgeon Peter Dunn, is certain he can turn Alison into a vision of loveliness. Reluctantly, Alison agrees to undergo the first procedure, and her transformation begins. But soon Alison discovers a picture of Peter's first wife. To Alison's horror, she notices a resemblance between the image in the photo and the work her stepfather is doing on her.--From publisher description.
Is Faces of Fear appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This psychological horror novel contains disturbing themes of body modification, manipulation, and identity erasure as a stepfather surgically alters his stepdaughter to resemble his dead wife. Includes body horror elements and psychological abuse but no graphic violence or sexual content.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include emotional abuse, body horror, and body image issues (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who enjoy psychological thrillers will be gripped by this creepy story of a girl discovering her stepfather's sinister plans.