The Last Child
What traumatic events have occurred in Johnny Merrimon's life that make him a troubled boy in the novel, The Last Child?
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Because of the abduction of his twin sister, Alyssa, abandonment by his father, Spencer, and his mother, Katherine's, addictive relationship with the despicable Ken Holloway, Johnny is a hyper-vigilant 13-year-old who double-checks locks on the doors, drinks and skips school, and distrusts adults.
The Last Child