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Appearance Versus Reality

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Truth & Lies

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About The Family Next Door

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Overview

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Background

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Chapter Summaries & Analyses

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Chapters 1-17

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Chapters 18-35

The Family Next Door Chapters 18-35

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Chapters 36-52

The Family Next Door Chapters 36-52

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Chapters 53-69

The Family Next Door Chapters 53-69

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Character Analysis

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Themes

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Symbols & Motifs

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Important Quotes

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Essay Topics

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Book Club Questions

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