These Deadly Games by Diana Urban is a YA thriller that follows the story of Crystal Donavan, a young woman who finds herself playing a deadly game with her sister's kidnapper. The novel unfolds as seemingly harmless tasks quickly turn into a life and death situation, revealing dark secrets from Crystal's past. As the plot escalates, Crystal must navigate through a series of challenges designed to hurt or kill her friends, all while unraveling a revenge plot linked to her own actions. The book is described as suspenseful, thrilling, and fast-paced, with a game-like nature that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
Diana Urban's writing style in These Deadly Games is praised for being intense, twisty, and immersive. Readers commend the author for creating a thrilling page-turner with unexpected twists and turns, engaging characters, and a dangerous game that keeps the tension high throughout the story. The book is noted for its realistic and dark tone, providing a roller coaster of emotions and a resolution that leaves a lasting impact on the reader.
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Content warnings include kidnapping, death, attempted murder, and themes of abuse.
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"A propulsive mystery with high stakes and devious, masterful twists that will leave you guessing until the very last page. Diana Urban's latest had my jaw on the floor." —Jessica Goodman, bestselling author of They Wish They Were Us Let’s play a game.
You have 24 hours to win. If you break my rules, she dies. If you call the police, she dies. If you tell your parents or anyone else, she dies. Are you ready? When Crystal Donavan gets a message on a mysterious app with a picture of her little sister gagged and bound, she agrees to play the kidnapper’s game.
At first, they make her complete bizarre tasks: steal a test and stuff it in a locker, bake brownies, make a prank call. But then Crystal realizes that each task is meant to hurt—and kill—her friends, one by one. But if she refuses to play, the kidnapper will kill her sister.
Is someone trying to take her team out of the running for a gaming tournament? Or have they uncovered a secret from their past, and wants them to pay for what they did... Author of All Your Twisted Secrets, Diana Urban’s explosive sophomore novel, These Deadly Games, is a must-read, propulsive YA thriller with deadly stakes, stunning twists, and a shocking ending you'll never forget—perfect for fans of I Know What You Did Last Summer and One of Us Is Lying.
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