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A review by laheath
One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I enjoyed this book which others have compared to a dark twist on The Breakfast Club (I'm of that generation that can relate to and appreciate that reference). When a strict teacher sends 5 students to detention and 1 of them dies shortly after it begins, all are suspects. The characters represent several issues that teens are actually facing, some better than others. The story is somewhat predictable, but still enjoyable.
Graphic: Murder, Suicide, Death, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Outing, Bullying, Sexual content, Mental illness, Emotional abuse, and Physical abuse
Minor: Drug abuse