First published 1997
Without access to the source material, I cannot provide an accurate synopsis that meets the specified requirements of naming the protagonist, opening with a concrete scene, and showing the central tension from inside the story. The title suggests themes around testing, programs, and invitations, but I would need the actual content to write the kind of detailed, scene-based synopsis requested while maintaining factual accuracy about the characters and plot.
Genres: fiction, mystery, contemporary, academic
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: mystery
Paperback · Harcourt Brace College Publishers