Two Sides to Every Murder

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INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the author of How to Survive Your Murder comes a propulsive thriller about two teens who return to Camp Lost Lake—the site of an infamous murder case that sealed their fates.

“A must-read for fans of true crime, dark family secrets, and intricate mysteries.”—Ryan La Sala, bestselling author of The Honeys

“A puzzling, energetic thrill ride.”—Kirkus Reviews

Live a lie. Or die for the truth.

Most people’s births aren’t immortalized in a police report—but Olivia was born during the infamous Camp Lost Lake murders. Seventeen years later, her life looks pretty perfect . . . until she discovers the man she calls Dad is not her biological father. Now she needs answers about her bloodline, and the only place she knows to look is Camp Lost Lake.

Most people don’t spend their formative years on the run with an alleged murderer—but Reagan did. In the court of public opinion, her mom was found guilty of the deaths at Camp Lost Lake, and both of them have been in hiding ever since. But Reagan believes in her mother’s innocence and is determined to clear her name.

Luckily for Olivia and Reagan, Camp Lost Lake is finally reopening, providing the perfect opportunity to find answers. But as they inch closer to the truth, someone is dead set on keeping the past hidden . . . even if it means committing murder.
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the author of How to Survive Your Murder comes a propulsive thriller about two teens who return to Camp Lost Lake—the site of an infamous murder case that sealed their fates. “A must-read for fans of true crime, dark family secrets, and intricate mysterie...

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6 reviews
Ashley Raye
July 15, 2024
What I liked about the book was how fast-paced it was. It really threw you right in to the mystery and didn't let up. The story was simple, not overly complicated, unlike the mystery. This mystery keeps you guessing, even if you can figure out a few things early on. I can honestly say that I didn't have the killer figured out until the reveal. The setting was done so well. I actually wish the story had been a touch longer just so we could explore the setting more.
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Kelsey Bickmore
July 10, 2024
Well, this book definitely hit the mark (with an arrow of course!) for campy horror. It takes place mostly at the closed down camp and has all the tropes for that kind of horror. You have groups of teenagers splitting up to try and contact someone, there is no signal for phones (except at the top of a very sketch lighthouse), and a person dressed up as the local legend Witch of Lost Lake hunting them all down with masterful precision and a bow and arrows. Reagan and Olivia find the truth. Campy.
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Penny Olson
September 23, 2024
Two Sides to Every Murder is set at the reopening of Camp Lost Lake, which had been shut down years ago after a night of brutal murders. It is a fast-paced, action-packed horror YA novel with an 80s/90s slasher vibe. The setting of the old camp during a storm is creepy and atmospheric. The tension was unrelenting as twist after twist unraveled, as secret after secret was revealed. It was highly entertaining and compulsively readable, easy to devour in one sitting. Summerween or spooky fall read.
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About the author

Danielle Valentine is the author of How to Survive Your Murder and Delicate Condition, which was adapted into a season of the TV series American Horror Story. Danielle lives outside of New York City with her husband, daughter, and two ornery cats.
Danielle Valentine is the author of How to Survive Your Murder and Delicate Condition, which was adapted into a season of the TV series American Horror Story. Danielle lives outside of New York City with her husband, daughter, and two ornery cats.

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