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Dare Me

Megan Abbott
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Dare Me

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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Megan Abbott

Dare Me

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

290

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Suburban America • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dare Me by Megan Abbott is a psychological thriller that delves into the intense world of competitive high school cheerleading. The story follows the complex relationships and power dynamics between the cheerleaders and their new coach, revealing dark secrets and dangerous ambitions.

Reviews & Readership

3.5

31,646 ratings

43%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

23%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dare Me by Megan Abbott has been praised for its compelling portrayal of teenage girls and the dark, competitive world of cheerleading. Readers appreciate the intense, suspenseful narrative and Abbott's sharp, evocative prose. However, some critics feel that the characters lack depth and the plot becomes predictable. Overall, it is an intriguing read with a mix of psychological drama and mystery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dare Me?

Lovers of dark, psychological thrillers and intense, character-driven narratives that delve into the complexities of female friendships will find Dare Me by Megan Abbott compelling. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train will appreciate the suspenseful, morally ambiguous world Abbott creates.

3.5

31,646 ratings

43%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

23%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

290

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Suburban America • Contemporary

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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