A review by thisbookisbananas
I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys

challenging dark emotional hopeful informative tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Gritty, raw, and heartbreaking. This is a historical fiction YA novel that captivated me from start to finish. Set in 1989 Romania where the people are beaten down by an oppressive government and don’t know who to trust. Cristian is a teenager who by a small happenstance is stuck being an informant for his government. In a world where no one can be trusted, how can Cristian choose to do what is right? I think every high schooler should read this book. Wow.
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