The Deceivers
The Deceivers by Margaret Peterson Haddix is the second installment in the Greystone Secrets series, published by HarperCollinsPublishers in 2020. This 448-page book is written in English and follows the Greystone kids—Chess, Emma, Finn, and their friend Natalie—as they navigate a perilous alternate world where everything is a distorted reflection of their own. After their mother disappears, the children are determined to rescue her and an ally trapped in this unsettling reality, where even honesty can be a dangerous act.
In this edition, readers will find a blend of action and adventure as the characters confront challenges that test their bravery and intelligence. The narrative delves into themes of survival, family dynamics, and the complexities of truth and deception. As the Greystone kids face escalating dangers, they must rely on each other while grappling with their own fears and uncertainties. The Deceivers continues to build on the suspenseful and twisty storytelling that defines the series, inviting readers to explore the intricate relationships and mysteries that unfold in this captivating tale.
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The second book in the Greystone Secrets series from the master of plot twists, Margaret Peterson Haddix–perfect for fans of A Wrinkle in Time and The City of Ember!
Until their mother vanished, the Greystone kids–Chess, Emma, and Finn–knew nothing about the other world.
Everything is different there. It’s a mirror image, except things are wrong. Evil. Their mother tried to fix it, but she and an ally got trapped there along with Ms. Morales, their friend Natalie’s mom.
Now the four kids–brave Chess, smart Emma, kind Finn, and savvy Natalie–are determined to rescue everyone.
To do so, they have to go back: into the other world, where even telling the truth can be illegal.
But in such a terrifying place, Chess doubts he can ever be brave enough. Despite all her brains, Emma can’t seem to break the code. With everything spiraling out of control, Finn has to pretend he’s okay.
And for Natalie, the lies of the other world include some she wishes were actually true. What if she’s gotten so used to lying she no longer knows what to believe?
The second book in the Greystone Secrets series, The Deceivers, by bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix, continues the twisty and suspenseful story of the Greystone kids and examines the power of the truth–or a lie–to alter lives, society, and even an entire reality.
Praise for Greystone Secrets #1: The Strangers
*Winter 2018-2019 Kids’ Indie Next List Pick*
“A secret-stacked, thrilling series opener.” –Publishers Weekly, starred review
“An engrossing mystery with a cliff-hanger ending to raise the stakes and delight fans new and old.” –Booklist
“Maintains suspense from the beginning to the cliffhanger ending. A high-stakes adventure full of teamwork with a multifaceted mystery and complex themes.” –Kirkus Reviews
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