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Synopsis
Marty, age seventeen, and Judy, age fourteen, become stepbrother and stepsister when their parents marry. When Marty's father attempts to attack Judy, Marty beats him off. The pair flee to a nearby, seemingly deserted old resort in the Catskills, where they discover the owner still living as if the hotel were about to open. They participate in the old man's fantasy to keep themselves safe, carrying on a Romeo and Juliet romance, unaware they are constantly being watched... .
Someone's Watching: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This dark psychological thriller contains domestic violence, attempted sexual assault of a minor, and disturbing voyeuristic surveillance themes involving teenage protagonists. The stepsibling relationship and forced proximity create an uncomfortable, psychologically complex situation with mature content.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence, and captivity (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Older teens might find the suspenseful escape and psychological cat-and-mouse game gripping, but the dark themes are intense.