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Damage Done

Amanda Panitch
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Damage Done

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Amanda Panitch

Damage Done

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Realistic Fiction
Setting

New York City • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

680L

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Super Short Summary

Damage Done by Amanda Panitch follows a teenager, Julia, who tries to rebuild her life after the traumatic event involving her twin brother, Ryan, a school shooting, and its aftermath. As Julia assumes a new identity to escape the crime's shadow, her past begins to catch up with her, threatening her renewed sense of safety.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

3.8

2,722 ratings

57%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Damage Done by Amanda Panitch has been praised for its gripping suspense and unexpected plot twists, keeping readers on edge. However, some critiques mention that character development could be stronger, with certain motivations feeling underexplored. Overall, it's a thrilling read for those who enjoy psychological mysteries, despite minor narrative shortcomings.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Damage Done?

Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers with dark secrets and unreliable narrators, like Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or E. Lockhart's We Were Liars, will be captivated by Amanda Panitch's Damage Done. It’s perfect for those intrigued by suspenseful and emotionally complex stories.

3.8

2,722 ratings

57%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Realistic Fiction
Setting

New York City • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

680L

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