Epilogue
Tom agreed to a plea bargain just minutes before the trial was to have begun. The visiting prosecutor had persuaded Tom's father that the evidence was inconsistent with consensual sex. Because Tom was eighteen and of age, he was given two years in prison and five years probation. He was also barred from having any contact with Ann Westin.
Abbey finally had the satisfaction of knowing that at least one suspect had been brought to justice and justice had been given.
Annie and Abbey flew back to Washington that day and for the next week both grandparents totally spoiled her. Her parents didn't mind a bit.
THE END