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Black and Blue by Anna Quindlen follows Frannie Benedetto, who escapes with her son to flee her abusive police-officer husband, Bobby, and start anew under assumed identities in Florida. Frannie tries to rebuild their life with the help of new friends and a budding relationship, but Bobby's relentless pursuit leads to a dangerous confrontation, emphasizing themes of survival and self-preservation. The book addresses severe domestic abuse and kidnapping.