The Deceivers by Margaret Peterson Haddix

464 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction middle grade mystery science fiction adventurous mysterious fast-paced
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12 days since Mrs. Greystone and Ms. Morales disappeared. 372 attempts Emma Greystone has made to decode the letter her mother left. 56 lies Natalie Morales has told to try to cover their tracks. 4 children who are determined to bring back their m...

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Moods

adventurous 95%
mysterious 84%
tense 42%
dark 31%
hopeful 26%
emotional 20%
challenging 11%
funny 8%
lighthearted 8%
inspiring 4%
reflective 2%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 36%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 61% | A mix: 30% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

No: 47% | Yes: 39% | It's complicated: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | No: 7% | It's complicated: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 51% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | It's complicated: 30% | N/A: 8% | Yes: 8%

Average rating

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