"The elevator pitch is "Poe's Cask of Amontillado meets Tiger King" and that's exactly what this book delivers. Well-versed Poe fans will gobble this up, but the heartache, revenge, and -anger that ooze from these pages should -entice any reader." - School Library Journal (starred review) The story ends in a cliff-hanger, which heightens anticipation for the second installment. Their linked tragedy and trauma is expressed in prose that is by turns gritty and heart-rending, and they join a lineup of strong, flawed, and intriguing McGinnis main characters. Praise for The Initial Insult: "McGinnis draws heavily upon the works of Edgar Allan Poe to deliver a gripping modern retelling of "The Cask of Amontillado." Tress and -Felicity are expertly fleshed out. Definitely hand over to readers of the first book." - School Library Journal "A sequel that is just as thrilling and dark, if not as cohesive, as its predecessor. Masterfully modernizing the gothic horror genre, McGinnis outdoes herself." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "The overall effect this time ups the mystery, intensity, and horror (emphasis on the latter!), with a satisfying ending delivering answers about ongoing family questions and clashes. * Junior Library Guild selection * A YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Title * A Kirkus Best Book of the Year * Can she keep both mind and body together long enough to finally find out what happened to her parents? With time ticking down and an enemy she considers a friend lurking in the shadows, Tress's grip on reality is failing.
Ribbit is held by a pact he made with his mother long ago, a pact that must be delivered upon in four days. That means saving the girl, so that Felicity can take her place at his side and Ribbit can exact revenge on all who have done him wrong-which includes his cousin, Tress. In the past he's willingly played the fool, but now it's time to fulfill his destiny.
Ribbit Usher has been a punchline his whole life-from his nickname to his latest turn as the unwitting star of a humiliating viral video. As her mind slides deeper into delirium, Tress is haunted by the growing sound of Felicity's heartbeat pulsing from the "best friend" charm around her fevered neck. With an infected arm held together by duct tape, the panther who clawed her open on the loose, and the whole town on the hunt for the lost homecoming queen, the odds are stacked against Tress. Tress Montor murdered Felicity Turnado-but she might not have to live with the guilt for long. Perfect for fans of Truly Devious and Sadie! In the dark and stunning sequel to The Initial Insult, award-winning author Mindy McGinnis concludes this suspenseful YA duology as long-held family secrets finally come to light.
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