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Is this book based on or ”inspired” by Sylvia Likens’ case? Are there detailed description of torture or subtle descriptions?

Denise Noe There is considerable controversy on this point. It is not known for sure whether or not the author was even familiar with the Sylvia Likens tragedy. …moreThere is considerable controversy on this point. It is not known for sure whether or not the author was even familiar with the Sylvia Likens tragedy. I personally believe it likely he was and that the novel is to some degree inspired by that case.(less)

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