My parents forced me to stay home to feed the dog and water the plants while the whole family went on vacation. When I asked why, my sister said, “That’s your role in this house.”

had already escaped him.

For the next two hours, the house filled with movement. Officers photographed the rooms, collected the notes, checked windows and doorframes, and asked me questions. I answered all of them.

Yes, my father had insisted I stay.

Yes, my sister had said it was my role.

No, I had not known about Marcus Bell.

No, I had not consented to continue reading …