The worst part of being an older sister is the guilt. When you figure out what happened and it settles into your head, the first thing you think of is "Why wasn't I there? Why did I let this happen?". Even though it isn't your fault. Even though you were sick and stayed at home. Even though you could blame your parent...
Annalise's town is shrouded in secrecy and mythical superstitions, these campfire stories have always piqued her interest. Her unyielding curiosity leads her to question everything she thought she knew, and learn much more about the universe in a single night than she ever could've in an entire lifetime.