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I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You
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Book Brief
I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006284
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2006
YA
12-18 years
900L
Super Short Summary
I’d Tell You I Love You, But Then I’d Have to Kill You by Ally Carter follows 15-year-old Cameron “Cammie” Morgan, a student at the Gallagher Academy for Exceptional Young Women, a school for spies. As Cammie excels in espionage, she navigates her double life straddling the spy world and normal teenage experiences, learning about herself and friendship while developing a secret romance with a boy named Josh.
Adventurous
Playful
Romantic
Humorous
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You by Ally Carter blends teenage romance and espionage in a fun, lighthearted narrative. Critics appreciate the unique premise and engaging characters, though some find the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. The novel is praised for its humor and appeal to young adult readers interested in spy adventures.
Who Should Read I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You?
Fans of young adult fiction, particularly those who enjoyed the intrigue and humor in series like Gallagher Girls and The Princess Diaries, will relish I’d Tell You I Love You, But Then I’d Have to Kill You by Ally Carter. This book is ideal for readers who appreciate a mix of espionage, friendship, and high school drama.
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Elizabeth “Liz” Sutton
Elizabeth “Liz” Sutton
One of Cammie’s best friends, Liz is the intellectual powerhouse of the group, excelling in logistics and technology.
Rebecca “Bex” Baxter
Rebecca “Bex” Baxter
A confident and rule-breaking member of Cammie’s trio, Bex is known for her swagger and physical prowess.
Macey McHenry
Macey McHenry
A newcomer to the Gallagher Academy, Macey is a senator’s daughter who undergoes significant personal growth and joins Cammie's friend group.
Josh Abrams
Josh Abrams
Cammie’s love interest from the outside world, Josh is captivated by stories of adventure and represents a connection to a life beyond the spy world.
Joe Solomon
Joe Solomon
The new and toughest Covert Operations professor, who brings a wealth of field experience and becomes an influential teacher to the girls.
Rachel Morgan
Rachel Morgan
Cammie’s mother and the headmistress of the Gallagher Academy, known for her strong leadership and controversial decisions regarding the school.
Dillon Jones
Dillon Jones
A classmate of Josh’s who harbors animosity toward the Gallagher Academy and serves as an antagonist through his antagonistic behavior.
284
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2006
YA
12-18 years
900L
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