After their father dies, four blonde children (Chris, Cathy, and twins Carrie and Cory) are taken by their mother, Corrine, to live in a mansion with her strict, wealthy, and religious parents. To inherit a fortune, Corrine hides the children in a small attic room, promising it's only for a few days—a lie that extends to years.
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Despite the negativity, the book is considered a masterpiece of gothic fiction, spawning multiple film adaptations and sequels.