Lessons in Power - (Fixer) by Jennifer Lynn Barnes (Paperback)

About the Book

This mystery thriller by the bestselling author of The Inheritance Games is a gripping story of high stakes, betrayal, and unpredictable twists.

Book Synopsis

This mystery thriller by the bestselling author of The Inheritance Games is a gripping story of high stakes, betrayal, and unpredictable twists.

Knowledge is power, but secrets can kill . . .

For Tess Kendrick, a student at the elite Hardwicke School, making problems disappear runs in the family. But Tess has another legacy, too, one that involves power and the making of political dynasties. When Tess is asked to run a classmate's campaign for student council, she agrees. But when the candidates are the children of Washington D.C. elite, even a high school election can have life-shattering consequences.

What starts out as a friendly competition soon turns into a deadly struggle for control. Tess knows better than most that power is currency, but she's about to discover firsthand that power always comes with a price and no one can be trusted . . .

Previously published as The Long Game.

Review Quotes

"Barnes is a master of mystery." --School Library Journal, on THE FIXER

"Barnes paints a convincing behind-the-scenes picture of national politics, and the social scene in the Hardwicke School mirrors the power-play atmosphere. . . . [R]eaders will find plenty to enjoy with the interesting characters . . . Intriguing." --Kirkus Reviews, on THE FIXER

"You won't be able to put it down until the last page." --RT Book Reviews, on THE FIXER

"This book is riveting. . . . Recommended for all public and high school libraries." --VOYA, on THE FIXER

About the Author

Jennifer Lynn Barnes is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty acclaimed young adult novels, including the Inheritance Games, the Naturals, and the Debutantes series, and The Lovely and the Lost. Jen is also a Fulbright Scholar with advanced degrees in psychology, psychiatry, and cognitive science. She received her Ph.D. from Yale University in 2012 and was a professor of psychology and professional writing for many years. She invites you to visit her online at http: //www.jenniferlynnbarnes.com or follow her on Instagram @authorjenlynnbarnes.