Flashover. Dana Mentink

the little girl protagonist after Sadie. She’d explained it was therapeutic, God’s way of helping her help other children. Ivy had read only one installment, recognizing instantly her sister’s bubbly personality shining through the lines. Ivy faithfully clipped every one out of the paper, putting them unread into a box under her bed.

      Roddy’s gaze was drawn to the window. “Are you expecting someone else, Mama?”

      “No, honey. Why?”

      “I thought I saw that car pass by a couple of times. I figured you’d invited someone and they’re looking for your house.”

      Ivy’s instincts prickled. She walked to the window and peered out. A dark sedan was just disappearing around the corner. It was too far away to make out any details. Could it be the man who’d mysteriously appeared at the basketball game and the ice-cream parlor?

      Tim exchanged a glance with her, and she knew he was wondering the same thing.

      She was startled to find Mitch right behind her, staring out the window, his face painted with fear.