An Isolated Incident
An Isolated Incident by Susan R. Sloan, published by Little, Brown in 1998, is a fiction thriller that delves into the dark undercurrents of a seemingly idyllic rural community. When the body of young Tara Breckinridge is discovered, the residents of Seward Island are thrown into turmoil, grappling with disbelief that the murderer could be one of their own. As the community demands a swift resolution, suspicion falls on Jerry Frankel, a newcomer whose background and outspoken nature challenge the town’s norms.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of prejudice and social tension as the investigation unfolds. The story reveals how hidden biases can surface in the face of tragedy, complicating the quest for justice. With a page count of 455, this edition presents a gripping exploration of human nature and societal flaws, inviting readers to reflect on the implications of ignorance and hate within a close-knit community.
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At first glance Seward Island is an idyllic rural community. The perfect place to raise a family. So when the ravaged body of young Tara Breckinridge is found the reaction is shock and a refusal to believe that the murderer could be one of Seward’s own citizens. The islanders clamour for a speedy arrest and any likely candidate will do. Eyes turn to a recent arrival, Jerry Frankel, who is from the East, Jewish, liberal and outspoken – a combination which makes the community leaders uneasy. Then, as certain unsettling facts emerge about his past, prejudices that have been simmering beneath Seward’s placid surface begin to emerge, guaranteeing that hate and ignorance, not the pursuit of justice, will dictate the outcome of the case. Inspired by a true story about the malignancy of prejudice, AN ISOLATED INCIDENT, is a novel of rare dramatic intensity, social resonance and breathtaking drama.
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