Previously titled ‘At the Bottom of the Rain’
THE STORY
When 12-year-old Rosie and Miles encounter a strange man on the 4th of July, their journey to watch the fireworks on the outskirts of town becomes an unexpected fight for survival.
A Strange Calm is a murder-mystery thriller that takes place in rural California in the 1970s.
Rosie and Miles have been best friends since before they can remember.
On the 4th of July, Rosie decides to trek across the countryside to watch the fireworks at the Top of the World.
Miles eventually gets fed up with the trip and refuses to go any further.
A strange car appears and offers the kids a ride. They reluctantly accept.
After a falling out, the friends are separated. Rosie feels uneasy and must now choose between her best friend and escape.
After choosing her best friend, Rosie finds herself trapped in the belly of the beast.
Will she escape? Will she and Miles reconcile their differences? Will they make it to see the fireworks?
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