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I Know Your Secret
One of Us is Lying meets Pretty Little Liars for middle-grade readers.
The email arrives Sunday night: Do exactly what I say, when I say it, or I will reveal your secret.
On Monday morning, seventh graders Owen, Gemma, Ally, and Todd, who have nothing in common and barely know each other, must work together and follow the instructions of an anonymous blackmailer. None of them want to go along with the blackmailer's instructions, but each of them have a secret they must protect at all costs.
Set during a single day of school, the students race against the clock to complete a disquieting set of tasks, with fast-paced chapters detailing each moment of the day interspersed with a later interview-style recording made by the quartet.
I Know Your Secret is an exploration of why we conceal the truth, how far we'll go to keep it hidden, and the power of being honest.
The email arrives Sunday night: Do exactly what I say, when I say it, or I will reveal your secret.
On Monday morning, seventh graders Owen, Gemma, Ally, and Todd, who have nothing in common and barely know each other, must work together and follow the instructions of an anonymous blackmailer. None of them want to go along with the blackmailer's instructions, but each of them have a secret they must protect at all costs.
Set during a single day of school, the students race against the clock to complete a disquieting set of tasks, with fast-paced chapters detailing each moment of the day interspersed with a later interview-style recording made by the quartet.
I Know Your Secret is an exploration of why we conceal the truth, how far we'll go to keep it hidden, and the power of being honest.
240 pages, Paperback
Published December 7, 2021
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Daphne Benedis-Grab
11 books82 followersDaphne Benedis-Grab is the author of four middle grade books and two books for teens. She lives and writes in New York City.
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November 20, 2021
Four 7th graders get identical messages on their phones on a Sunday night: "I know your secret." Gemma, Ally, Owen, and Todd each have a secret of their own. They will find themselves thrown together at school for a day, bonded by their desire not to be outed by the unknown blackmailer. This has a bit of a Breakfast Club feel. The four students are all in different friend groups and have barely noticed the others in their classes. As they work to complete the tasks that are sent to them via text, they begin to open up to new friendships. Misery loves company, right? They just might find that if they can discover the identity of the blackmailer then there is a chance they can identify the end game. And they just might find that sharing their secrets with the group is the first step to freedom. Love the cover!
Thank you to Scholastic Press and Edelweiss+ for a DRC in exchange for an honest review.
Thank you to Scholastic Press and Edelweiss+ for a DRC in exchange for an honest review.
March 28, 2022
An excellent read, this book had teamwork and enemies to friendship story. Each character had his/her own unique personality and backgrounds. When they were forced together, they figured out how to work together despite their differences. I liked how each character noticed something from the other person. Ally was a great addition to the team because she knew how to stay calm even when situations called for panic. I liked how she defuse angers among everyone. Each character has strengths and weaknesses and it was great to see their growth over time. The mystery was good and the reveal surprised me. I enjoyed following all four characters’ thoughts. They were active in coming up with ideas, questioned what’s right vs wrong, and continuously strategizing to find out who knew their secrets.
This book started with Owen, 12. He felt lucky to have checked his email before dinner started with his stepfather and mom. He liked to work on his graphic novel a bit more than doing school studies. The second view was Gemma, 12. She wanted to be excused from dinner early with her family to check on her phone. Her mom wanted to reduce screen time especially after Covid-19 shutdown. She was waiting for a boy to text her but was disappointed that there was no text. She then checked her email and saw the the menacing words right away, “I Know Your Secret.” The third view was Todd, 12. He was using the family computer in the kitchen. He couldn’t let his mom see that he was upset because he didn’t want her to worry. When his mom left the room, his anger continued to boil by the blackmail email he had just read directed at him. The fourth view was Ally, 12. She also received a blackmail letter and she worried that if her secret got out, her grandparent’s rescued animals sanctuary might be closed forever. The four weren’t friends at first but formed an unlikely friendship after being pushed into a situation together.
I Know Your Secret was a fast paced read! This book featured bullying which was good because everyone should be aware on how it affected people; both the bully and the victim. I liked the school’s Explorer Day. I hope there is something like that in my son’s school. Very good and fun learning opportunities. I liked the bit about nutrition, starting breakfast with protein instead of a donut. I would have liked to attend some of the explorer’s classes just to see what else they did. But I see why the four main characters couldn’t be in the class while also trying to stay out of the way. It would have been great to have a surprise view at the end from the blackmailer just to justify for his/her actions and to reveal how he/she obtained confidential information between the principal and his staff. Other than that, the read was age appropriate for young readers and I recommend the book!
xoxo, Jasmine at www.Howusefulitis.com for more details
Many thanks to Scholastic for the opportunity to read and review. Please be assured that my opinions are honest.
This book started with Owen, 12. He felt lucky to have checked his email before dinner started with his stepfather and mom. He liked to work on his graphic novel a bit more than doing school studies. The second view was Gemma, 12. She wanted to be excused from dinner early with her family to check on her phone. Her mom wanted to reduce screen time especially after Covid-19 shutdown. She was waiting for a boy to text her but was disappointed that there was no text. She then checked her email and saw the the menacing words right away, “I Know Your Secret.” The third view was Todd, 12. He was using the family computer in the kitchen. He couldn’t let his mom see that he was upset because he didn’t want her to worry. When his mom left the room, his anger continued to boil by the blackmail email he had just read directed at him. The fourth view was Ally, 12. She also received a blackmail letter and she worried that if her secret got out, her grandparent’s rescued animals sanctuary might be closed forever. The four weren’t friends at first but formed an unlikely friendship after being pushed into a situation together.
I Know Your Secret was a fast paced read! This book featured bullying which was good because everyone should be aware on how it affected people; both the bully and the victim. I liked the school’s Explorer Day. I hope there is something like that in my son’s school. Very good and fun learning opportunities. I liked the bit about nutrition, starting breakfast with protein instead of a donut. I would have liked to attend some of the explorer’s classes just to see what else they did. But I see why the four main characters couldn’t be in the class while also trying to stay out of the way. It would have been great to have a surprise view at the end from the blackmailer just to justify for his/her actions and to reveal how he/she obtained confidential information between the principal and his staff. Other than that, the read was age appropriate for young readers and I recommend the book!
xoxo, Jasmine at www.Howusefulitis.com for more details
Many thanks to Scholastic for the opportunity to read and review. Please be assured that my opinions are honest.
October 4, 2022
I really liked this book. I loved the mystery of it and it always had me guessing on what the main characters would have to do next to keep their secrets a secret. I loved seeing all of the kids eventually become best friends too. I actually was surprised on who the person ended up being although it was probably obvious. This book is similar to One Of Us is Lying but I really didn’t like that book but I really liked this book. It was a fun short read and I’m happy I read it.
February 14, 2022
3.5 stars
Thank you so much to Scholastic Press publishing and Edelweiss+ for providing me with an arc copy of I Know Your Secret by Daphne Benedis-Grab!
Four students receive an anonymous and mysterious text “Do exactly what I say, when I say it, or I will reveal your secret.” And this is the story of how far they will go to keep their secrets safe.
For me with mystery books, it is either a hit or miss…and I’m happy to say this was a hit!
The storyline kept me on the edge of my seat and the revelation moment totally caught me off guard.
This book started with a BANG! Right from the first chapter I got hooked. This was such a good read. The storyline was so well thought out. I love the added recordings. I thought it made it that much more interesting.
As much as I loved the plot, I was kind of bummed about the lack of character development and depiction. I admired all of the characters' determination and perseverance, but it was kind of hard for me to connect and relate to them. You can tell how different each one of them are to one another and I wish we got to see more. But the friendships definitely make up for it. I just love the friendship bond that came out of this.
If you are looking for a fun and quick read this is one I would suggest checking out. Especially since it is set in school after COVID happened…and it takes place in the span of a day.
This is a middle grade read perfect for fans of Karen M.McManus. It is not only thrilling but this book deals with strong themes that I’m happy the author decided to tackle.
This was one I did not predict. The mystery and suspense was so well thought out.
Thank you so much to Scholastic Press publishing and Edelweiss+ for providing me with an arc copy of I Know Your Secret by Daphne Benedis-Grab!
Four students receive an anonymous and mysterious text “Do exactly what I say, when I say it, or I will reveal your secret.” And this is the story of how far they will go to keep their secrets safe.
For me with mystery books, it is either a hit or miss…and I’m happy to say this was a hit!
The storyline kept me on the edge of my seat and the revelation moment totally caught me off guard.
This book started with a BANG! Right from the first chapter I got hooked. This was such a good read. The storyline was so well thought out. I love the added recordings. I thought it made it that much more interesting.
As much as I loved the plot, I was kind of bummed about the lack of character development and depiction. I admired all of the characters' determination and perseverance, but it was kind of hard for me to connect and relate to them. You can tell how different each one of them are to one another and I wish we got to see more. But the friendships definitely make up for it. I just love the friendship bond that came out of this.
If you are looking for a fun and quick read this is one I would suggest checking out. Especially since it is set in school after COVID happened…and it takes place in the span of a day.
This is a middle grade read perfect for fans of Karen M.McManus. It is not only thrilling but this book deals with strong themes that I’m happy the author decided to tackle.
This was one I did not predict. The mystery and suspense was so well thought out.
November 5, 2022
This was the worst book besides a Wrinkle in Time I've read this year 😟
The writing was very juvenile and just not that interesting. The characters were flat, the plot was boring, the blackmailer was predictable and it's highly unrealistic that 4 middle schoolers could miss a whole day and no one ask about them. Also the blackmailers texts weren't even that threatening! It was super juvenile and I hated most of the characters. 😬
I guess if you were in like 4th grade this might be a good book but to me it should be ripped up in a trash can.
Oh and also their "secrets" weren't even that interesting! I didn't understand Todd's, Gemma's (and her name) was dumb, what was Owens secret even?? 🤷🏻♀️ And Ally's was just kind of dumb as well.
And the writing was just like: 🙅🏻♀️ There was no description and the blackmailer was kinda predictable. I guess I was expecting more of a YA novel. Also does anyone else agree that this seems mildly like a rip off of "One of us is Lying"? 🤨
Overall the government should issue a nation wide ban of this book and every single copy of this book should be burned 🔥
The writing was very juvenile and just not that interesting. The characters were flat, the plot was boring, the blackmailer was predictable and it's highly unrealistic that 4 middle schoolers could miss a whole day and no one ask about them. Also the blackmailers texts weren't even that threatening! It was super juvenile and I hated most of the characters. 😬
I guess if you were in like 4th grade this might be a good book but to me it should be ripped up in a trash can.
Oh and also their "secrets" weren't even that interesting! I didn't understand Todd's, Gemma's (and her name) was dumb, what was Owens secret even?? 🤷🏻♀️ And Ally's was just kind of dumb as well.
And the writing was just like: 🙅🏻♀️ There was no description and the blackmailer was kinda predictable. I guess I was expecting more of a YA novel. Also does anyone else agree that this seems mildly like a rip off of "One of us is Lying"? 🤨
Overall the government should issue a nation wide ban of this book and every single copy of this book should be burned 🔥
December 28, 2021
It’s kind of a middle grade Pretty Little Liars or a middle grade version of one of Karen M McManus’ books. I liked the recording aspect, but there was little character development and the ending was very open.
May 21, 2023
This was a book sale impulse purchase so not one I was waiting to read. But, I enjoyed the story, which takes place over one day, and the characters as well.
This would be a perfect read for the targeted audience. Recommend.
This would be a perfect read for the targeted audience. Recommend.
May 2, 2024
I absolutely loved this book and it is a book I would reread 😄
May 11, 2022
It is a book that specifically target the younger audience. So, I didn't enjoy it.
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October 26, 2022Trigger & Content Warnings:
Racism mentioned
Misogyny mentioned
Adoption
Anxiety
Depression
COVID-19, discussed
Blackmail (theme)
Racism mentioned
Misogyny mentioned
Adoption
Anxiety
Depression
COVID-19, discussed
Blackmail (theme)
July 18, 2022
'IK KEN JE GEHEIM. DOE WAT IK ZEG, ANDERS VERTEL IK HET AAN IEDEREEN.’
Wanneer Owen, Gemma, Ally en Todd dit dreigbericht krijgen, hoeven ze niet lang na te denken: alles liever dan dat hun geheim onthuld wordt! Dus besluiten ze te doen wat de afperser zegt.
De eerste opdracht ontvangen ze maandagochtend op school. Ook al zitten ze alle vier in de tweede klas, ze kennen elkaar nauwelijks. Nu moeten ze samenwerken om de vreemde instructies van de blackmailer op te volgen.
Met het uur worden de opdrachten gevaarlijker, en de tijd tikt. Wie zit hierachter? En kunnen ze de afperser stoppen voordat het te laat is?
Toen ik de flaptekst van dit boek las, werd ik meteen getriggerd. Getriggerd om dit boek te lezen. 'Lees mij, lees mij!' leek het te roepen. Uiteráárd moest ik daar gehoor aan geven.
Ik las dit boek en werd meteen ondergedompeld in een verhaal vol mysterie en onderhuidse spanning. Het deed een beetje denken aan Pretty Little Liars (in de dop). Een verhaal geschreven voor de jeugd, maar waar ik ook zeker van kon genieten.
In 'Ik ken jouw geheim' volgen we Owen, Gemma, Todd en Ally. Vier verschillende individuen, maar ze hebben één overeenkomst: ze hebben ieder een geheim.
Als lezer weet je niet welke geheimen dit zijn en dit zorgde ervoor dat ik nieuwsgierig bleef naar wat er ging komen.
Door het vleugje spanning dat verweven werd met de vlotte schrijfstijl van Daphne Benedis-Grab kon ik het boek niet meer wegleggen. En de korte hoofdstukken waren de kers op de taart; ideaal om de spanning te behouden én om stiekem nog één hoofdstuk te lezen.
Gaande het verhaal leer je de hoofdpersonages beter kennen én begrijpen. Je komt erachter dat iedereen met zijn eigen demonen worstelt... Geheimen komen bloot te liggen en je hoofd maakt overuren. Dit boek is een fijne whodunit mét een heerlijke plottwist.
Met actuele thema's als pesten, liegen en depressie bevatte dit verhaal óók een belangrijke les: iedereen heeft wel eens hulp nodig en het is helemaal niet erg om om hulp te vragen. Knap dat de auteur dit verhaal in woorden kon vangen, zonder dat het ergens te zwaar wordt. Echt een aanrader voor de jeugd! ****
Wanneer Owen, Gemma, Ally en Todd dit dreigbericht krijgen, hoeven ze niet lang na te denken: alles liever dan dat hun geheim onthuld wordt! Dus besluiten ze te doen wat de afperser zegt.
De eerste opdracht ontvangen ze maandagochtend op school. Ook al zitten ze alle vier in de tweede klas, ze kennen elkaar nauwelijks. Nu moeten ze samenwerken om de vreemde instructies van de blackmailer op te volgen.
Met het uur worden de opdrachten gevaarlijker, en de tijd tikt. Wie zit hierachter? En kunnen ze de afperser stoppen voordat het te laat is?
Toen ik de flaptekst van dit boek las, werd ik meteen getriggerd. Getriggerd om dit boek te lezen. 'Lees mij, lees mij!' leek het te roepen. Uiteráárd moest ik daar gehoor aan geven.
Ik las dit boek en werd meteen ondergedompeld in een verhaal vol mysterie en onderhuidse spanning. Het deed een beetje denken aan Pretty Little Liars (in de dop). Een verhaal geschreven voor de jeugd, maar waar ik ook zeker van kon genieten.
In 'Ik ken jouw geheim' volgen we Owen, Gemma, Todd en Ally. Vier verschillende individuen, maar ze hebben één overeenkomst: ze hebben ieder een geheim.
Als lezer weet je niet welke geheimen dit zijn en dit zorgde ervoor dat ik nieuwsgierig bleef naar wat er ging komen.
Door het vleugje spanning dat verweven werd met de vlotte schrijfstijl van Daphne Benedis-Grab kon ik het boek niet meer wegleggen. En de korte hoofdstukken waren de kers op de taart; ideaal om de spanning te behouden én om stiekem nog één hoofdstuk te lezen.
Gaande het verhaal leer je de hoofdpersonages beter kennen én begrijpen. Je komt erachter dat iedereen met zijn eigen demonen worstelt... Geheimen komen bloot te liggen en je hoofd maakt overuren. Dit boek is een fijne whodunit mét een heerlijke plottwist.
Met actuele thema's als pesten, liegen en depressie bevatte dit verhaal óók een belangrijke les: iedereen heeft wel eens hulp nodig en het is helemaal niet erg om om hulp te vragen. Knap dat de auteur dit verhaal in woorden kon vangen, zonder dat het ergens te zwaar wordt. Echt een aanrader voor de jeugd! ****
September 10, 2021
I loved how the author focused just on the plot and didn't throw in meaningless information as a filler. The only downside was the absolute lack of character descriptions. The only character described was Vivi and that was included towards the end. Other than that, if you don't focus on how unrealistic the plot is, this is a fast paced and entertaining read. Thank you Edelweiss for an ARC.
July 11, 2023
Okay,
I liked this but the ending was quite anticlimactic.I also just finished reading One of Us is Lying and it is like a child friendly version of it.But it was okay.A whole lot of difficult topics were covered like bullying,Racism,Adoption,and you guessed it Felonies!
Pretty good ,3 stars
I liked this but the ending was quite anticlimactic.I also just finished reading One of Us is Lying and it is like a child friendly version of it.But it was okay.A whole lot of difficult topics were covered like bullying,Racism,Adoption,and you guessed it Felonies!
Pretty good ,3 stars
December 5, 2023
4th grade me would’ve ate this book up.
it wasn’t bad but i think the language & overall writing style is too young for me
continue later….
it wasn’t bad but i think the language & overall writing style is too young for me
continue later….
July 1, 2023
To była dobra książka, niosąca przesłanie, jednak dla młodszych czytelników. Dla nastolatków, a już szczególnie dla dorosłych może być zwyczajnie infantylna, ale też może stanowić chwilową rozrywkę. Ja bawiłam się z nią w miarę dobrze, jednak moim błędem było założenie, że to cięższa lektura, więc odrobinkę się zawiodłam. Sama akcja jest ciekawa, ale prosta i nawet dla dziewięciolatka może być zbyt.. nijaka. Rozwiązanie wcale nie jest porywające, wręcz na odwrót - trochę nudnawe. Sama zaczęłam nudzić się tuż po scenie z apelem. Jednakze sądzę, że to naprawde wartościowa pozycja.
December 21, 2021
This middle grade thriller had me hooked from the start. It kept me guessing. I loved the dynamics between the four main characters. The ending might be a little too perfect and glossy, but for this audience it makes sense.
December 17, 2022
“Todd did not know why Owen didn’t understand that sometimes you shut up instead of talking and making things worse.”
Just what I would love to tell some people !
Just what I would love to tell some people !
November 5, 2023
REALLY unsatisfied with the ending, none of their secrets got resolved.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 25, 2024
What a bunch of goofy goobers!!
ALSO WHAT HAPPENED TO CODY?
ALSO WHAT HAPPENED TO CODY?
April 16, 2024
Flaki z olejem
March 23, 2024
some things could've been more elaborated on, but overall, it was good. if you’re looking for a middle grade version of One of Us is Lying, this is a solid option.
October 9, 2021
High octane with tons of twists and turns! Plus I cared about the characters. Perfect ending that totally took me by surprise.
April 8, 2021
Lucky enough to read an early version of this book. It's gripping and utterly compelling!
June 1, 2021
Loved it!!!
November 25, 2021
Disclaimer: I received this finished copy from the publisher. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book: I Know Your Secret
Author: Daphne Benedis-Grab
Book Series: Standalone
Diversity: Adopted MC from Kazakhstanian who is orphaned and lives with her grandparents
Rating: 4/5
Recommended For...: Middle Grade readers, thriller, mystery, single day books
Genre: MG Thriller Mystery
Publication Date: December 7, 2021
Publisher: Scholastic Press
Pages: 226
Recommended Age: 12+ (Covid, Parentification, Anger issues, Power imbalance relationship, Misogyny, Violence, Racism, Depression, Anxiety, Blackmailing)
Explanation of CWs: Covid is mentioned throughout the book and is apart of the book and character's history. Parentification shown in the book. Power Imbalance relationship between a 7th grader and a sophomore in high school mentioned. Misogyny, Violence, Racism, Depression, and Anxiety mentioned. Blackmail is a key component to the plot of this book.
Synopsis: The email arrives Sunday night: Do exactly what I say, when I say it, or I will reveal your secret.
On Monday morning, seventh graders Owen, Gemma, Ally, and Todd, who have nothing in common and barely know each other, must work together and follow the instructions of an anonymous blackmailer. None of them want to go along with the blackmailer's instructions, but each of them have a secret they must protect at all costs.
Set during a single day of school, the students race against the clock to complete a disquieting set of tasks, with fast-paced chapters detailing each moment of the day interspersed with a later interview-style recording made by the quartet.
I Know Your Secret is an exploration of why we conceal the truth, how far we'll go to keep it hidden, and the power of being honest.
Review: Overall I like the book a lot. I really like the mystery part of it and how the book kept you guessing from person to person on who is blackmailing these kids. I thought that the World building was pretty well done and that the character development was pretty good for two of the main characters. I also felt that the pacing was very on point and I liked the back and forth between what was going on and the recordings that they made.
However, there was a couple things I didn't like about this book. I felt like Gemma and Owen weren't well developed unlike Ally and Todd. I also felt like the book was a bit muddled at the end and the book ends on a bit of a cliffhanger, there's no real consensus on what happened to the kids in the aftermath. The book just kind of ends and it's very disappointing considering that the reader was on this journey with these kids for so long.
Verdict: It was good except for that cliffhanger.
Book: I Know Your Secret
Author: Daphne Benedis-Grab
Book Series: Standalone
Diversity: Adopted MC from Kazakhstanian who is orphaned and lives with her grandparents
Rating: 4/5
Recommended For...: Middle Grade readers, thriller, mystery, single day books
Genre: MG Thriller Mystery
Publication Date: December 7, 2021
Publisher: Scholastic Press
Pages: 226
Recommended Age: 12+ (Covid, Parentification, Anger issues, Power imbalance relationship, Misogyny, Violence, Racism, Depression, Anxiety, Blackmailing)
Explanation of CWs: Covid is mentioned throughout the book and is apart of the book and character's history. Parentification shown in the book. Power Imbalance relationship between a 7th grader and a sophomore in high school mentioned. Misogyny, Violence, Racism, Depression, and Anxiety mentioned. Blackmail is a key component to the plot of this book.
Synopsis: The email arrives Sunday night: Do exactly what I say, when I say it, or I will reveal your secret.
On Monday morning, seventh graders Owen, Gemma, Ally, and Todd, who have nothing in common and barely know each other, must work together and follow the instructions of an anonymous blackmailer. None of them want to go along with the blackmailer's instructions, but each of them have a secret they must protect at all costs.
Set during a single day of school, the students race against the clock to complete a disquieting set of tasks, with fast-paced chapters detailing each moment of the day interspersed with a later interview-style recording made by the quartet.
I Know Your Secret is an exploration of why we conceal the truth, how far we'll go to keep it hidden, and the power of being honest.
Review: Overall I like the book a lot. I really like the mystery part of it and how the book kept you guessing from person to person on who is blackmailing these kids. I thought that the World building was pretty well done and that the character development was pretty good for two of the main characters. I also felt that the pacing was very on point and I liked the back and forth between what was going on and the recordings that they made.
However, there was a couple things I didn't like about this book. I felt like Gemma and Owen weren't well developed unlike Ally and Todd. I also felt like the book was a bit muddled at the end and the book ends on a bit of a cliffhanger, there's no real consensus on what happened to the kids in the aftermath. The book just kind of ends and it's very disappointing considering that the reader was on this journey with these kids for so long.
Verdict: It was good except for that cliffhanger.
September 26, 2022
Als Owen, Gemma, Ally en Tod allemaal een dreigmail krijgen hoeven ze niet lang te denken over wat ze hiermee doen. Ze zullen allemaal alles doen om hun geheim geheim te houden, niemand mag er ook achter komen wat hun geheimen zijn want dat kan hun hele leven kapot maken. Ze kennen elkaar nauwelijks maar moeten toch samenwerken om te doen wat ze afperser van ze wil, dit gaat niet zonder slag of stoot want hoe ga je om met deze druk ?
Alle personages hebben een eigen karakter, dit vond ik mooi gedaan omdat op een middelbare school je dit ook echt veel ziet, de een is nogal opvliegerig waar de ander dan weer heel lief en rustig is.
Het grootste en meteen ook belangrijkste thema van dit boek is pesten, en ik denk dat de auteur hier echt een goede zet mee heeft gezet. Want pesten is helaas op de dag van vandaag nog steeds een groot probleem, op elke school word wel gepest en ik denk dat dit verhaal dit ook weer laat zien. Het is ook mooi uitgelicht en word veel besproken waardoor het boek nog meer lading krijgt.
De schrijfstijl is erg fijn, het boek is natuurlijk geschreven voor jeugd vanaf 11 jaar dit merk je wel aan de schrijfstijl, maar ik vond dit niet vervelend. De korte hoofdstukken vond ik heel fijn, zo wil je toch veel sneller doorlezen.
Ik raad dit boek zeker aan voor mensen die van thrillers houden en zeer zeker aan jeugd die van spannende boeken houden.
Alle personages hebben een eigen karakter, dit vond ik mooi gedaan omdat op een middelbare school je dit ook echt veel ziet, de een is nogal opvliegerig waar de ander dan weer heel lief en rustig is.
Het grootste en meteen ook belangrijkste thema van dit boek is pesten, en ik denk dat de auteur hier echt een goede zet mee heeft gezet. Want pesten is helaas op de dag van vandaag nog steeds een groot probleem, op elke school word wel gepest en ik denk dat dit verhaal dit ook weer laat zien. Het is ook mooi uitgelicht en word veel besproken waardoor het boek nog meer lading krijgt.
De schrijfstijl is erg fijn, het boek is natuurlijk geschreven voor jeugd vanaf 11 jaar dit merk je wel aan de schrijfstijl, maar ik vond dit niet vervelend. De korte hoofdstukken vond ik heel fijn, zo wil je toch veel sneller doorlezen.
Ik raad dit boek zeker aan voor mensen die van thrillers houden en zeer zeker aan jeugd die van spannende boeken houden.
March 31, 2023
This book was okay, I guess. I definitely think I’m just too old for it.
I went in without knowing anything except for the fact that a couple of students are being blackmailed and found the plot to be very lacking. If I was the same age as the main characters (seventh grade) or younger, maybe I would’ve liked it, but I’ve been out of high school for a few years now and while I can usually get into middle grade and YA, this one wasn’t for me.
I didn’t like Gemma too much but the other characters were somewhat likable (especially Ally) and I wish we had more time with them, rather than this just being set in one day.
I went in without knowing anything except for the fact that a couple of students are being blackmailed and found the plot to be very lacking. If I was the same age as the main characters (seventh grade) or younger, maybe I would’ve liked it, but I’ve been out of high school for a few years now and while I can usually get into middle grade and YA, this one wasn’t for me.
I didn’t like Gemma too much but the other characters were somewhat likable (especially Ally) and I wish we had more time with them, rather than this just being set in one day.
November 23, 2021
Four seventh-graders receive a text: I Know Your Secret. Forced to comply with the blackmailer to keep those secrets under wraps, they must work together to appease the blackmailer. Even if it means they do some pretty questionable things over the course of the day.
While I read a lot of YA, I don’t tend to read middle grade, so this was a different read for me. It was a nice change of pace. I liked how the author recognized Covid had happened but had moved past it in the storyline. I liked how each of the secrets was unique to the person and felt dire to them in the way things can in middle school. The story unfolded in a fun way, with each task getting more questionable. The kids had nothing in common at the start, but the shared tasks brought them together. Overall, it’s an enjoyable read.
While I read a lot of YA, I don’t tend to read middle grade, so this was a different read for me. It was a nice change of pace. I liked how the author recognized Covid had happened but had moved past it in the storyline. I liked how each of the secrets was unique to the person and felt dire to them in the way things can in middle school. The story unfolded in a fun way, with each task getting more questionable. The kids had nothing in common at the start, but the shared tasks brought them together. Overall, it’s an enjoyable read.
July 27, 2023
This book was awesome! The kids had to go through so much trouble to try and keep their secrets safe. I love how each chapter was the kids different point of view! In the end after all the blackmail, they figured out that they didn’t know if the kid even knew their secrets. Overall it was an awesome, fun, quick book to read!
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June 28, 2022
This book was pretty good. It was not one of my favorite books ever but I still enjoyed it! The plot twist with Cody and the blackmailing?! Wow! Overall, I loved this bussin book. ~Baka baddie out
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