![]() ![]() Derek finds something amiss, and becomes increasingly interested in the cellar of the house. However, the children had not properly sealed their mother's body in cement and it quickly begins to decompose, creating a fetid stench. ![]() ![]() Tensions heighten when Julie begins to date Derek, a 23 year old man, and Jack openly antagonizes Derek. Meanwhile, Jack begins to develop an incestuous crush on his older sister but does not act on it. Not wanting to be taken into foster care, the children bury their mother in the cellar, covered in cement, and attempt to survive without any adult supervision.Īs time passes without adult supervision, Jack and Julie attempt to fill in the shoes left empty by their mother and father. ![]() The novel begins with the death of their father, an event is soon followed by the death of their mother. The story follows the lives of a 14 year old boy named Jack and his three siblings: 17 year old Julie, 13 year old Sue, and 6 year old Tom. Written by people who wish to remain anonymous We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community. ![]()
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