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The Cousins by Karen M. McManus ia an intriguing new YA mystery releasing this fall. I have yet to read this author’s other novels, but I keep hearing such wonderful things. The summer resort and island setting are enough to capture my interest. I can’t wait to find out what this secretive dark past is all about.
The Cousins by Karen M. McManus
Title: The CousinsAuthor: Karen M. McManus
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Publication Date: December 1, 2020
Milly, Aubrey, and Jonah Story are cousins, but they barely know each another, and they've never even met their grandmother. Rich and reclusive, she disinherited their parents before they were born. So when they each receive a letter inviting them to work at her island resort for the summer, they're surprised . . . and curious.
Their parents are all clear on one point--not going is not an option. This could be the opportunity to get back into Grandmother's good graces. But when the cousins arrive on the island, it's immediately clear that she has different plans for them. And the longer they stay, the more they realize how mysterious--and dark--their family's past is.
The entire Story family has secrets. Whatever pulled them apart years ago isn't over--and this summer, the cousins will learn everything.
Book Quotes: The Cousins by Karen M. McManus
“Everybody has secrets,’ she says, taking a sip of her drink. ‘That’s nondebatable. The only question is whether you’re keeping your own, or someone else’s.”
It’s a little weird, maybe, to be carting all this around, but I don’t know these people. And when I don’t know something, I study it.
About Karen M. McManus
Karen M. McManus is the New York Times bestselling author of the young adult thriller One of Us Is Lying, which has been translated into 37 languages worldwide. Her second book, Two Can Keep a Secret, will be released in January 2019. Karen lives in Massachusetts and holds a master's degree in Journalism from Northeastern University, which she mostly uses to draft fake news stories for her novels.
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I still need to read the author’s other novels too. I have One of Us Is Lying but I just can’t seem to get around to reading it. 🙈
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One of these days! lol 🙂
I have read all of McManus’ books, and I really enjoyed them. I think her blend of mystery and regular teen drama works so well for me.
Ahhh! I can’t wait! 🙂
I CANNOT wait for this book!!!
I know how much you have enjoyed the other books! 🙂
I haven’t read this author yet, either, but this sounds GOOD!
Right?! Should be a good one. 🙂
I hope you enjoy it! I swear I’m going to read a Karen McManus book someday. I want to know what the hype is about.
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I am glad that I am not alone! 🙂
I am really looking forward to this one! Loved her previous books.
I really need to get on those! 🙂
I haven’t read anything by this author, either. I hope you enjoy reading this, Olivia.
My WoW
Thanks! 🙂
The summer resort and island setting certainly grabbed my attention! Must read!
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I hope it is one that we both enjoy! 🙂
This sounds so good! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Thanks, Ashley! 🙂
Like you I still need to read this author! The cover of this one is really good though! Hope we both get to one of her books soon. You can check out my post in the link below!
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Her covers really standout! 🙂
I’m excited for The Cousins too!
Fingers crossed we both love it! 🙂
I am definitely looking forward to this one, too!
I have high hopes for it! 🙂
Intriguing premise! The cover is eye-catching.
It really is! 🙂
This sounds like a bit of a different twist on the usual YA thriller. I hope you love it!
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It does! 🙂
This one’s on my tbr as well! That cover has me dying with anticipation!! it looks SOOO interesting!! I will look forward to reading your review of it, Olivia!! 😍😍
I am really excited to give it a try! 🙂
That’s one I can’t wait to read either! I love her books!
I have heard so many great things! 🙂
this sounds like an interesting book to read
Intriguing.. I like a good mystery in the story.
Talk about a what if, I would be very concern about what they are wanting after being disinherited after all these years. Sounds like a winner to me.
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