Jean Cross: 2 books

"You must accept that this knowledge will change you forever, for the world is not as it seems." So warns Eloueese Turtlewine as she reveals the secret of Splickety Mountain. But why has she chosen to pass it on? Who has she told and which way will they turn as the valley is overrun by the forces...

The family moves to California and the childrens father Deon is back in their life. He constantly beats and starves Sarah Jeans brother Steve because he believes that he is not his son. Deon also beats Rayna, and she justifies against him, resulting in his incarceration. Raynas life spirals downward...