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Summer of Fear

Lois Duncan
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Summer of Fear

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1977

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Lois Duncan

Summer of Fear

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1977
Book Details
Pages

219

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Children`s Literature
Setting

New Mexico • 1970s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

1977

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Summer of Fear by Lois Duncan tells the story of a teenager who experiences unsettling changes after her cousin comes to live with her family. The protagonist gradually uncovers disconcerting secrets about her cousin, leading to a suspenseful exploration of trust and intuition. This young adult thriller delves into themes of identity and the supernatural.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Unnerving

Dark

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.2

5,918 ratings

64%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Summer of Fear by Lois Duncan captivates with its suspenseful plot and strong character development, keeping readers on edge. Its exploration of trust and fear is compelling, although some critics note predictability in the storyline. The atmospheric tension is praised, though some feel the narrative can be dated. Overall, it remains a thrilling young adult read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Summer of Fear?

A reader who enjoys Summer of Fear by Lois Duncan would likely appreciate suspenseful, young adult thrillers with a supernatural twist. Fans of R.L. Stine's Fear Street series and April Henry's The Girl I Used to Be will find similar tension and mystery in this gripping narrative.

4.2

5,918 ratings

64%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

219

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Children`s Literature
Setting

New Mexico • 1970s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

1977

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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