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In the poignant climax, Tom sacrifices himself, using a diary page that speaks of salvation, hoping to lead Jean to safety. Thomas's last act encapsulates the essence of the struggle—facing insurmountable odds fueled by love, faith, and a desire for a better world.
As Jean grapples with the harrowing aftermath, she finds herself disconnected from both the horrors of the past and the present dangers. Even as the children surround her house, a chilling hint of Tom's influence persists as they carry his book, full of hope, suggesting that while despair reigns, the spirit of hope and resilience does not die easily.