A body hidden beneath snow

The novel begins with a haunting scene:Bunny Corcoran''s body lies concealed under snow in the Vermont mountains.Richard, the narrator, reflects on the events that led to this tragedy, hinting at a plan that went terribly wrong. The group of students, led by the enigmaticHenry, had hoped Bunny''s death would seem accidental, but the snow''s concealment led to a massive search. Richard is burdened by his involvement and the memory of the ravine where Bunny fell, setting the stage for a tale ofsecrets and betrayal.