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Lamar Giles

Fake ID

Lamar GilesFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014

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Lamar Giles

Fake ID

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL640L

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Super Short Summary

In Fake ID by Lamar Giles, 15-year-old Nick Pearson relocates to Stepton, Virginia, under the Federal Witness Protection Program. As he becomes involved with the school newspaper, he and new friend Eli investigate a local conspiracy called Whispertown. When Eli is found dead, Nick and Eli’s sister Reya dig deeper, uncovering a complex web of secrets and crimes that puts them in serious danger. Sensitive topics including violence, murder, and familial conflict are present in the narrative.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Gritty

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.1

2,621 ratings

65%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lamar Giles' Fake ID delivers a gripping thriller with a multi-layered plot and well-developed characters. Critics praise its suspense and pacing, making it an engaging read for young adults. However, some found the ending abrupt and certain plot points predictable. Overall, it's a compelling novel with slight flaws but worth the journey.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Fake ID?

Readers who enjoy suspenseful, fast-paced mysteries with young adult protagonists will be captivated by Lamar Giles's Fake ID. Fans of Ally Carter's I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You and James Patterson's Maximum Ride series will appreciate the gripping blend of intrigue and action in this novel.

4.1

2,621 ratings

65%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL640L

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