Two Truths and a Lie

By April Henry

Book Overview

Amazon Editor's Choice for Best Young Adult
Teen Vogue 15 Best New Thriller & Mystery Books for Summer
Featured in Crime Reads
Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection

"An atmospheric and entertaining thriller perfect for snowy night chills." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Suspense, intrigue, and isolation converge in this perfect storm of a thriller." -- Mindy McGinnis, author ofThe Female of the Species

"A grisly, fast-paced, suspenseful tale of a murder and mystery that is great for fans of noir thrillers who do not mind a little gore." -- School Library Journal

In this chilling mystery from a New York Times bestselling author, a storm strands a group of teens in a creepy motel--leaving them trapped with a killer.

Nell has always wanted to be an actor, but she doubts her ability. As a member of her school's theater program, she prefers working backstage. On the way to a contest, an unexpected blizzard strands her acting troupe in a creepy motel. Soon they meet a group of strangers from another high school--including the mysterious and handsome Knox, who insists they play the game Two Truths and a Lie. When it's Nell's turn, she draws a slip of paper written in unfamiliar handwriting:

I like to watch people die.
I've lost count of how many people I've killed.

Suddenly, a night of harmless fun turns into a matter of life and death. As guests start to go missing, it becomes clear that a murderer is hiding in their midst ready to strike again. In a room full of liars and performers, the truth is never quite what it seems. Nell is going to have to act like her life depends on it--because it does.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0316323330
• ISBN13: 9780316323338
• Release Date: May 2022
• Publisher: Christy Ottaviano Books-Little Brown and Hach
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 2.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.8" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 12 to 18 years
• Grade Range: Grade 7 to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

truly a mystery

I loved it The author made a very creative plot twist!10/10 would recommend.