A review by bookbrig
Fake ID by Lamar Giles

mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

This rating is higher than I would have anticipated because I'm normally not a huge fan of realistic YA fiction. But this is a really fantastic thriller style story, with lots of action, some mystery, high school drama, and an interesting organized crime gloss. I read it in one day, and really enjoyed the ride. It's particularly a great read if you like mysteries, and I'm definitely going to bring it along for booktalks this summer. It does have a fair amount of swearing, but I think it's not excessive considering the events of the story. 
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