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Five Total Strangers
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Book Brief
302
Novel • Fiction
Pennsylvania • Contemporary
2020
YA
12-18 years
HL610L
Super Short Summary
In Five Total Strangers by Natalie D. Richards, high school student Mira urgently heads home during a snowstorm on Christmas Eve. When her flight is canceled, she risks accepting a ride with strangers, unaware that one of them is her stalker. As they confront treacherous weather and internal tensions, Mira discovers unsettling truths about her companions and struggles for survival. The novel includes depictions of stalking, drug abuse, and violence.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Unnerving
Dark
Reviews & Readership
80,339 ratings
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Review Roundup
Natalie D. Richards’ Five Total Strangers grips readers with its suspenseful plot and tense atmosphere, making it a page-turner. The character development and unpredictable twists are generally praised. However, some find the story's pacing uneven and the resolution lacking depth. Despite minor flaws, it’s an engaging young adult thriller worth a read.
Who Should Read Five Total Strangers?
Readers who enjoy suspenseful, fast-paced thrillers with surprising twists will be captivated by Five Total Strangers by Natalie D. Richards. Fans of One of Us Is Lying and The Girl on the Train will appreciate this gripping story filled with unexpected alliances and rising tension. Perfect for those who love character-driven mysteries.
80,339 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
302
Novel • Fiction
Pennsylvania • Contemporary
2020
YA
12-18 years
HL610L
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