The Lake
The Lake by Natasha Preston is a young adult fiction title published by Random House Children’s Books on March 2, 2021. This 384-page book follows Esme and Kayla, who return to Camp Pine Lake as counselors-in-training, bringing with them a dark secret from their past as former campers. As they attempt to enjoy their summer filled with activities and camaraderie, they are confronted by a chilling message that threatens to unearth the terrible event they have kept hidden for years.
Readers will find a suspenseful narrative that intertwines themes of horror and adventure, as the characters navigate their fears and the haunting memories of their childhood. The story explores the dynamics of friendship and the weight of secrets, all set against the backdrop of a summer camp filled with dark mysteries. With its eerie atmosphere and tension reminiscent of classic summer camp horror films, this edition of The Lake promises to engage those interested in thrillers and suspenseful tales.
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The instant New York Times bestseller!
Hot on the heels of The Twin, the undisputed queen of YA thrillers is back with a scary and suspenseful read about a summer camp filled with dark secrets.
Esme and Kayla once were campers at Camp Pine Lake. Now they’re back as counselors-in-training. Esme loves the little girls in her cabin and thinks it’s funny how scared they are of everything—the woods, the bugs, the boys…even swimming in the lake. It reminds her of how she and Kayla used to be. Before…
Because Esme and Kayla did something terrible when they were campers. Something they’ve kept a secret all these years. They vow that this summer will be awesome. Two months of sun, s’mores, and flirting with the cute boy counselors. But then they get a message:
THE LAKE NEVER FORGETS.
The secret they’ve kept buried for so many years is about to resurface.
“[T]he strong buildup…leads to a shockingly satisfying finale. An eerie thriller reminiscent of summer horror movies that will keep readers on edge.”—Kirkus
“Pays homage to classic summer camp slasher films…horror fans will likely appreciate this paranoia-fueled tale.”—Publishers Weekly
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