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Tell Me What Really Happened

Chelsea Sedoti
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Tell Me What Really Happened

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2023

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Chelsea Sedoti

Tell Me What Really Happened

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Forest • Contemporary

Publication Year

2023

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL680L

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Super Short Summary

Tell Me What Really Happened by Chelsea Sedoti is a young adult mystery novel about three teenagers who recount different versions of the events surrounding the disappearance of their friend. The narrative unfolds through their varying perspectives, revealing complexities in their stories and piecing together the truth.

Reviews & Readership

3.6

7,392 ratings

48%

Loved it

38%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Chelsea Sedoti's Tell Me What Really Happened elicits mixed reviews. Positively noted for its engaging, suspenseful plot and unique narrative structure, it captivates readers with a fresh take on mystery. However, some criticize the character development as lacking depth, and the dialogue occasionally feels forced. Overall, the book is praised for its creativity but has room for improvement.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Tell Me What Really Happened?

Readers who relish suspenseful, character-driven mysteries like One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus and The Cheerleaders by Kara Thomas will be captivated by Chelsea Sedoti's Tell Me What Really Happened. Fans of unreliable narrators and intricate plot twists will find this book particularly intriguing.

3.6

7,392 ratings

48%

Loved it

38%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Forest • Contemporary

Publication Year

2023

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL680L

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