She had lost more weight. Now, her face was drawn and small, and her chin was sharper.

A thick bandage swathed her right wrist. As she slept, Sean felt a profound unease. He feared she might stop breathing at any moment.

Sean's heart churned with bitterness and anguish. He was consumed by relentless worry for both his younger sister and Norah. He couldn't let go of either of them.