Two Truths and a Lie

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.