The Outcast

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The story follows Lewis Aldridge, who grapples with profound grief after losing his mother and faces neglect from his father and stepmother. His pain culminates in a destructive act that leads to prison. Upon his return to a seemingly idyllic post-war London village, he confronts a community rife with cruelty and secrets. Determined to redeem himself, Lewis navigates complex relationships and the fallout of his family's actions. This debut novel by Sadie Jones explores themes of love, acceptance, and the struggle against societal facades with gripping suspense and emotional depth.