A 21-year-old recent college graduate who takes a job as a nanny for the wealthy X family. She lies to her mother about her employment, develops a bond with her charge Grayer, and uncovers the emotional neglect and marital dysfunction within the X household. After being falsely accused and fired, she exposes the family's hypocrisy through a recording, ultimately finding personal growth, reconciling with her mother, and pursuing her interest in anthropology.
Annie is employed as Grayer's nanny and primary daily caregiver.
Mrs. X hires Annie to look after Grayer after Annie saves him from being hit by a Segway.
Mrs. X controls Annie's employment as the X family's nanny.
Mrs. X hires Annie to care for Grayer and later fires her during the Nantucket trip.
Mr. X's assault becomes a decisive escalation of the conflict.
During the Nantucket trip, Mr. X sexually assaults Annie in the kitchen.
Lynette provides friendship and practical support outside the X household.
The plot describes Lynette as Annie's longtime friend and shows Annie relying on her during the deception about her living situation.
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