I know this story is awful. like beyond what most good hearted people can fathom, but it is true. I bet the author wanted to get the ugly ugly truth out there about our backwards world. Yes, this girl was groomed and it is sick and disgusting. Yet, she had zero people to tell her the truth and to be patient and loving with her. Not even her half twit aunt who couldn’t see that she was only clinging to the one damn person who took care of her. I don’t like how they ended up together, but again it’s how this awful world works. Lord I pray we get more help for our society!! I was captivated the entire book, all while my insides were ready to vomit. I’d say that was pretty impressive!!