The Invisible Circus

In the bustling heart of San Francisco in 1976, Phoebe O'Connor is haunted by the mysterious death of her sister, Faith. Despite her mother's pleas to forget the tragedy, Phoebe feels an intense pull to uncover the truth behind Faith's last days.

Faith, who had disappeared from the United States at the age of 12, is found dead at the edge of a cliff in Portugal years later. The official story claims suicide, but Phoebe is unsatisfied with this conclusion and seeks answers.

Driven by her need for closure, Phoebe embarks on a solitary journey throughout Europe. Her travels serve to uncover the layers of Faith's life, leading her deeper into the search for the truth.

In Amsterdam, Phoebe crosses paths with Wolf, Faith's enigmatic ex-lover. He provides insights into Faith's life and reveals her struggles with drugs, thrill-seeking behaviors, and a complexity of emotions that ultimately led to her downfall.

Wolf recounts the last summer he spent with Faith in July 1970. It was during this time that Faith made fateful decisions, including aligning herself with the radical *Red Army Faction* in Berlin, which would greatly impact her life.

Phoebe learns of Faith's growing interest in radical politics, which deeply troubled Wolf. His concerns about her involvement in protests and her changing demeanor become pivotal as Phoebe pieces together her sister's tragic story.

After much deliberation, Wolf finally agrees to accompany Phoebe to Portugal. Their shared journey not only reveals more about Faith but also strengthens the bond that begins to blossom into romance between them.

As Phoebe and Wolf arrive at the coastal village in Portugal where Faith met her tragic end, they are enveloped by the emotions tied to the landscape. The cliffs mark the location of Faith's final moments, steeped in sorrow and questions.

At the cliffs, Wolf reveals critical details about Faith's connections with the *Red Army Faction*. They discuss an incident involving a bombing in Berlin that tragically claimed an innocent life, showcasing the dangers surrounding Faith's choices.

In a moment of reflection and deep emotion, Phoebe and Wolf embrace and light a candle in Faith's honor at a nearby cathedral. This private ceremony solidifies their bond and reveals the shadows that linger in their past.

As they contemplate Faith's choices, Phoebe realizes that her sister's struggles were emblematic of a deeper psychological torment. This recognition is crucial in understanding the intricate web of issues leading to Faith's demise.