The Friend of the Family

In this historical novel by bestselling author Dean Koontz, a girl named Alida, who escapes a life in a carnival sideshow, embarks on a transformative journey through Depression-era America. Rescued by a kind couple, Franklin and Loretta Fairchild, Alida finds a new family that embraces her, yet she grapples with her unsettling dreams that hint at a dark threat. As she realizes her unique abilities and purpose, Alida becomes determined to protect her newfound loved ones from the dangers that loom in their world.