One of Us Is Next
The highly anticipated sequel to the New York Times bestselling thriller everyone is talking about, One of Us Is Lying! There's a new mystery to solve at Bayview High, and there's a whole new set of rules. Come on, Bayview, you know you've missed this. A ton of copycat gossip apps have popped up since Simon died, but in the year since the Bayview four were cleared of his shocking death, no one's been able to fill the gossip void quite like he could. The problem is no one has the facts. Until now. This time it's not an app, though-it's a game. Truth or Dare. Phoebe's the first target. If you choose not to play, it's a truth. And hers is dark. Then comes Maeve and she should know better-always choose the dare. But by the time Knox is about to be tagged, things have gotten dangerous. The dares have become deadly, and if Maeve learned anything from Bronwyn last year, it's that they can't count on the police for help. Or protection. Simon's gone, but someone's determined to keep his legacy at Bayview High alive. And this time, there's a whole new set of rules. And don't miss Two Can Keep a Secret, Karen's third âmust-read YA thrillerâ (Bustle)! Cast of Audiobook Narrators: Holly Linneman as PHOEBE Maria Liatis as MAEVE Fred Berman as KNOX Karissa Vacker as THE NARRATOR Praise for One of Us Is Lying: âPretty Little Liars meets The Breakfast Club . so make room for One of Us Is Lying in your bags, because this is one carry-on you won't want to put down. â -EW. com âYou'll tear through this juicy, super-fun (if murder can ever be fun?) thriller. â-Bustle. com âA whodunit with a Breakfast Club twist following four unique voices on a chase to find the killer, this one will keep you guessing until the very, very end. â-Popcrush âTwisty plotting, breakneck pacing and intriguing characterisation add up to an exciting, single-sitting thrillerish treat. â-The Guardian âThis is no ordinary whodunitâ¦surprising and relevant. â-USA Today
One of Us Is Next is a thrilling and suspenseful young adult mystery novel by Karen M. McManus, published in 2019. It is a standalone sequel to her popular novel "One of Us Is Lying." Set in Bayview High, the story follows a group of students who find themselves entangled in a dangerous game of secrets, lies, and deadly consequences.
The novel begins with the shocking murder of Simon Kelleher, the creator of the anonymous gossip app "About That." His death sends shockwaves through Bayview High, especially among the members of the Bayview Four, a group of students who were publicly accused of Simon's murder in the previous book. As they try to move on from the trauma of the past year, they find themselves targeted by a new anonymous app called "One of Us Is Next."
The app starts revealing secrets and spreading rumors about the students, creating a climate of fear and paranoia in the school. The Bayview Four, along with their new friend Phoebe Calloway, become determined to unmask the person behind the app and stop them before it's too late. As they investigate, they uncover a web of lies and hidden connections that point to a shocking truth about the killer's identity.
One of Us Is Next is a gripping and fast-paced mystery that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. McManus skillfully weaves together multiple perspectives, building tension and suspense as the characters race against time to uncover the truth and save themselves from a deadly fate. The novel explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of secrets and lies, making it a thought-provoking and compelling read for young adults and fans of mystery and thriller genres.
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