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The Lake - by Natasha Preston (Paperback)
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Seventeen-year-old best friends Esme and Kayla return to Camp Pine Lake as counselors in training, but the dark secret they have been hiding for nine years is back to haunt them.Book Synopsis
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. They're excited to be back this year as CITs (counselors in training). Esme loves the little girls in her cabin and thinks it's funny how scared they are of everything--spiders, the surly head counselor, the dark, boys . . . even swimming in the lake! It reminds her a little of how she and Kayla used to be, once. Before . . . it happened. Because Esme and Kayla did something bad when they were campers. Afterwards, the girls agreed to keep it secret. They've moved on--or so they say--and this summer is going to be great. Two months of sun, s'mores, and flirting with the cute boy counselors. But then they get a note. THE LAKE NEVER FORGETS. And the secret they've kept buried for so many years is about to resurface.Review Quotes
Praise for THE LAKE: A New York Times bestsellerA USA TODAY bestseller
A Publishers Weekly bestseller
"[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 Praise for Natasha Preston: This fast-paced thriller will be a hit.-SLJ, on The Twin A deeply disturbing tale that explores what can push someone to kill and what people will do to survive. . . . keeps tensions high to the final page. -PW, on The Lost Preston weaves a terrifying tale. . . . A fast-paced, plot-driven page-turner. -Kirkus, on The Lost Keeps readers on edge. . . . A great addition to the thriller shelves. Recommended for fans of Stephen King, Jennifer Barnes, and Ally Carter. -SLJ, on You Will Be Mine Preston is skilled in building an atmosphere of paranoia and claustrophobia. -PW, on You Will Be Mine Preston's latest mystery reads like an homage to a nostalgic Fear Street novel. . . . An enjoyable blend of mystery and horror. -Booklist, on You Will Be Mine A fresh take on a murder mystery thriller. Rich with plot twists and suspense, readers will not want to put it down. -VOYA, on You Will Be Mine Will keep readers intrigued. -SLJ, on Awake Ripped-from-the-headlines. -SLJ, on The Cellar
About The Author
Natasha Preston is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Cellar, The Cabin, Awake, You Will Be Mine, The Lost, and, her latest, The Twin. A UK native, she discovered her love of writing when she shared a story online--and hasn't looked back. She enjoys writing romance, thrillers, gritty YA, and the occasional serial killer. Visit Natasha online at natashapreston.com and follow @AuthorNPreston on Twitter and @authornatashapreston on Instagram.Dimensions (Overall): 8.25 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inch (W) x .69 Inch (D)
Weight: .62 Pounds
Suggested Age: 13-19 Years
Number of Pages: 384
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
Sub-Genre: Thrillers & Suspense
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Format: Paperback
Author: Natasha Preston
Language: English
Street Date: March 2, 2021
TCIN: 80702722
UPC: 9780593124970
Item Number (DPCI): 059-13-2756
Origin: Made in the USA
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3 out of 5 stars
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21 October, 2025
The Lake
Not one of her better books, and I have read them all! The story was interesting but it took awhile to really grab my attention and keep my focus. However, it isn’t the slowest book she has written, just not that compelling until several chapters in. I was honestly surprised by how it ended but not that it ended that way. I was a bit disappointed since one of her other books, I believe it was AWAKE doesn’t actually leave you on a cliff hanger like all her other books, so I was hoping for another closed ended ending. Maybe with her next one?
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Recommend
Be prepared for a surprising change in the storyline.
2 out of 5 stars
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28 June, 2024Verified purchase
SAVE YOUR MONEY
NOT WORTH SPENDING MONEY ON. I gave this 2 stars on Goodreads. Wasn’t worth reading. Wasn’t thrilling or suspenseful at all. I would give it 1 star but 2 seemed fitting since the author did make me want to turn the page. Ending ruined it.
2 out of 5 stars
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7 April, 2024Verified purchase
Ending ruined it all!
I was enjoying the book and it had me hooked for the majority. I thought it was an easy read which is what I like when I need a break from a series I am reading. However. The ending completely ruined the book. I felt that the ending was very rushed and it left you going “wait are you serious?”. I would not recommend this book because the ending just made it disappointing.
2 out of 5 stars
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1 March, 2024Verified purchase
Horrible ending
Read this book in two days it kept me so captivated. Mostly likable characters, great setting. Though the ending absolutely ruined the book. Based on good reads reviews I’m not alone in feeling that way. Such a disappointment
2 out of 5 stars
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24 January, 2024
Womp womp womp
!LITERALLY! nothing happens until like 10 long chapters in and none of the characters are interesting. The writer does have a good voice/tone, but it gets boring waiting for something to happen. Wouldn’t recommend.
5 out of 5 stars
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4 1/2/5
I give this not a 4 but not a 5/5 either...This book itself was amazing because of the plot twist and then the betrayal and touch of romance in there also. One thing was that Natasha didn't get straight to the point and took several chapters to get to the main storyline portion of things, not my "Cup of tea"...(Which is just an opinion)
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8 July, 2023Verified purchase
Thank God I got out early
Immature and hard to swallow catchphrasey writing. Loved the idea and wanted it to be great but couldn't let myself waste any more time gagging on her choice of words. Thought about returning but the risk of purchase was mine so it hit the recycling bin instead.
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8 April, 2023Verified purchase
Great!
Great book! I couldn’t put it down.
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5 April, 2023Verified purchase
The Lake
At the end of every chapter if was like a little cliff hanger. It was a really good and fast read with some small romance and suspense every page.
5 out of 5 stars
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12 January, 2023
Great book
It took me a few chapters to get into this book, however once I did it was hard to put down. I am usually once that can predict an ending this one I didn’t expect. Overall a great book. Would recommend.
2 out of 5 stars
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23 December, 2022Verified purchase
Waste of time.
It had an interesting premise but then it became a bit too far fetched and ended too abruptly
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22 October, 2022
The Lake
Page turner till the very last sentence!! Such an unexpected ending!!
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3 October, 2022
Great read!!
Easily one of the best thrillers I’ve ever read… highly recommend!!
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22 September, 2022
Love it
I love this book! I recommended it to my friends and they are a fans of it :)
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23 August, 2022Verified purchase
No thanks
I really tried to get into this book, but never finished it. The story was not interesting at all.
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2 June, 2022Verified purchase
Dont waste your money
Warning this is a young adult novel! I read it expecting a somewhat of thriller; however, you can read the twists coming a mile away. The ending of the book read like a bad finale of a CW show.
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29 April, 2022Verified purchase
Great book
I really enjoyed reading it. So far all her books have been amazing
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It is unfortunate I didn't like this book. I heard Natasha is a great author. This book wasn't for me. It was drawn out with a lot of repetitive writing. Then it ended abruptly. I would suggest this book for a much younger generation into thriller.
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Natasha Preston is one of my favorites!! Everything by her is good! Read it!!!