Counterfeit Son
Counterfeit Son by Elaine Marie Alphin is a First Edition published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2010. This 180-page novel explores the life of Cameron Miller, who adopts the identity of Neil Lacey as a means to escape his troubled past. As he navigates this new persona, Cameron finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger, facing challenges he never anticipated.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of identity, family dynamics, and the impact of social issues such as sexual abuse. The story follows Cameron’s struggle to maintain his facade while dealing with the threat posed by Cougar, an old associate of his father’s. As the tension builds, Cameron must confront the consequences of his choices and decide whether to protect his newfound life or risk everything for the sake of others. This young adult fiction piece addresses complex social themes within a compelling storyline.
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Cameron Miller is pretending to be someone he isn’t. When he began presenting himself as Neil Lacey, it was the only way he could think of to distance himself from what Pop had done, to finally climb out of his nightmarish existence. He thought it would be easy–playing the rich kid, sailing his boat–but he didn’t count on Cougar. Now Cougar, his father’s old accomplice, has tracked Cameron down and presented an ultimatum: Share the wealth or be exposed. Will Cameron give up his new identity to protect Neil’s family? Or will he let his search for a new life destroy those around him?
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