A woman named Martha Ivers has built a successful life for herself, but the weight of her dark past and the secrets she holds threaten to unravel everything. As a child, Martha witnessed a murder and her involvement in the crime has haunted her ever since. When her husband, Walter, discovers the truth, Martha will go to great lengths to keep her secrets buried, even if it means destroying those she loves.
12 and Holding follows a group of preteen friends as they cope with the loss of a loved one, navigate the challenges of adolescence, and confront the secrets they hold. Set in New Jersey, the story delves into topics such as accidental killing, voyeurism, sexual awakening, and the complexities of growing up.
When a fatherless 12-year-old boy attempts to put an end to his abuse from his brotherly neighbor, he's later confronted by his own mother about her suspicion next door, and he must quickly decide who he's willing to protect at the end.
When Eva-Lotta climbs the roof of moneylender Gren's house. Through a window she overhears a turbulent conversation about an IOU. A few days later she finds Gren dead.
During the Summer while his parents are busy with work, a nine year old boy slips into a fantasy world to entertain himself. A world of strange adults, talking birds and magic. On his quest travelling involves steam engines and handcars.
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