The Darkest Lie
The Darkest Lie by Pintip Dunn, published by Kensington Publishing Corporation in 2016, is a young adult fiction novel that explores themes of grief, secrets, and the quest for truth. At the center of the story is Cecilia Brooks, who grapples with the aftermath of her mother’s tragic suicide, which followed accusations of inappropriate conduct. As she navigates her senior year of high school, CeCe finds herself volunteering at the crisis hotline where her mother once worked, hoping to find solace while dealing with the whispers and taunts that plague her.
In her journey, CeCe’s suspicions about her mother’s death resurface, prompting her to investigate the hidden truths within her community. With the assistance of Sam, a new student, she begins to uncover clues that suggest a deeper mystery. The narrative intertwines elements of thrillers and social themes, as CeCe’s quest for answers becomes a matter of not only restoring her mother’s reputation but also ensuring her own safety. This edition spans 304 pages and is presented in English, inviting readers into a complex world of love, romance, and suspense.
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Clothes, jokes, coded messages…Cecilia Brooks and her mom shared everything. At least, CeCe thought they did. Six months ago, her mom killed herself after accusations of having sex with a student, and CeCe’s been the subject of whispers and taunts ever since. Now, at the start of her high school senior year, between dealing with her grieving, distracted father, and the social nightmare that has become her life, CeCe just wants to fly under the radar. Instead, she’s volunteering at the school’s crisis hotline-the same place her mother worked.
As she counsels troubled strangers, CeCe’s lingering suspicions about her mom’s death resurface. With the help of Sam, a new student and newspaper intern, she starts to piece together fragmented clues that point to a twisted secret at the heart of her community. Soon, finding the truth isn’t just a matter of restoring her mother’s reputation, it’s about saving lives-including CeCe’s own…
“A twisty, fast-paced thriller that kept me guessing to the end.”-Shannon Grogan, author of From Where I Watch You
“This one will tug your heart and leave you breathless!”–Natalie D. Richards, author of Six Months Later
“A headlong rush into the shadows of secrets that should not be kept.” -Michelle Zink, author of Prophecy of the Sisters
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