Get Even
Get Even
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Romance2014
YA
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Get Even by Gretchen McNeil follows a group of high school students who form a secret society called DGM (Don't Get Mad). They aim to expose and get revenge on bullies and wrongdoers in their school. As their activities intensify, they become entangled in a dangerous mystery, risking exposure and confronting unexpected challenges.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Dark
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Get Even by Gretchen McNeil delivers suspenseful thrills and a plot full of unexpected turns that captivate readers. Positive feedback often highlights its engaging storyline and strong character development. However, some critique its pacing and find certain plot points predictable. Despite this, it generally succeeds in maintaining intrigue and excitement.
Who Should Read Get Even?
A reader who enjoys Get Even by Gretchen McNeil likely craves suspenseful thrillers with a twist of mystery, akin to fans of Pretty Little Liars by Sara Shepard. They appreciate strong, diverse characters navigating high school drama intertwined with secrets and intrigue.
3,592 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Get Even was adapted into a British teen thriller television series titled Get Even, which premiered on BBC iPlayer in February 2020 and was later made available on Netflix.
Gretchen McNeil has mentioned that she was inspired by the TV series Pretty Little Liars while developing the concept for Get Even, particularly in how it explores themes of secrets and justice among teenagers.
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The book Get Even is the first in a duology, followed by Get Dirty, which continues the story's blend of mystery, intrigue, and teen drama.
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Romance2014
YA
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