Friends Like These

Name: Friends Like These
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241476130
Price: 19.0 NZD
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By Jennifer Lynn Alvarez

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Summary

In Friends Like These by Jennifer Lynn Alvarez, the story follows a group of friends navigating the tumultuous landscape of their final year in secondary school. As they face pressures from changing relationships, academic demands, and the looming future, secrets emerge that test their loyalty and trust in one another. The novel poignantly captures the challenges and complexities of adolescent friendships with a blend of drama and heart.
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Description

Gone Girl meets Karen M. McManus. The second gripping standalone novel from the author of the unputdownable Lies Like Wildfire.

Twisted secrets that will have readers guessing with every flip of the page. Perfect for fans of Gone Girl and Karen M. McManus.

Tegan Sheffield's annual end-of-summer beach party is the only way to start their senior year. At least that's what Jake Healy tells his girlfriend Jessica Sanchez.

But when a video prank from the party goes viral and a body is discovered at the beach, Jake and Jessica find themselves at the centre of a national media storm and a police investigation.

It's a race to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Friends Like These is lauded as a sharp, atmospheric thriller that keeps readers breathless, expertly cranking up tension with its tangled story and propulsive narrative. Critics praise its portrayal of the thin line between friends and enemies, highlighting its harrowing depictions of secrets and choices. With fast-paced action and engaging dialogue, it is described as an intoxicating read that explores complex themes such as bullying and consent.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241476130

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 266g

Pages: 384

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jennifer Lynn Alvarez Penguin Books Teen Thrills Young Adult Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

Jennifer Lynn Alvarezstudied English literature at UC Berkeley and lives with her family in Northern California.

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