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Ember (2016), Edition: Reprint, 336 pages
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Ava and Lexi, high school seniors and identical twins, created an imaginary triplet, Alicia, to date and dump boys but now they are being stalked and impersonated by the sister they invented and their former dates are turning up dead.
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LibraryThing member JRlibrary
When they were young, twins Lexi and Ava invented a third identical sibling, Alicia, whom they blamed for everything they had done which might have gotten them into trouble. Now as seniors, they still use the fictitious Alicia when one of them wants to date an inappropriate boy for a brief time.
I think my students will enjoy this fast paced nail biter. I had initial ideas about the killer, and to my delight, I wasn't right.
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The girls see this as hilarious and fun which it is until the boys start to wind up dead and all the clues point to Alicia! I think my students will enjoy this fast paced nail biter. I had initial ideas about the killer, and to my delight, I wasn't right.
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LibraryThing member jfe16
Identical twins Alexa and Ava created a fictitious third sister, Alicia, when they were little; anything that might get them into trouble was blamed on their invisible sibling. Now that they are seniors in high school, pretending to be Alicia allows them some latitude in dating “hot boys” they
Then boys start dying and the twins [and, by extension, Alicia] are right in the middle of the police investigation. Things quickly go from bad to worse as the investigators dig into their convoluted story about their pretend sister and the dying continues.
Who is responsible for murdering the boys? Who will be the next victim? And could it be that the twins are being framed?
This story keeps from falling into the standard “surprise, we’re twins” milieu with fast-paced action and a couple of plot twists that venture far from expectations. It’s a well-written, satisfying read, although the intended twelve-year-old audience is definitely too young for this angst-ridden tale of multiple teen-agers gruesomely dispatched in pools of blood, ostensibly by someone they know and trust.
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might otherwise choose not to date and lets them step out of themselves in ways that are at odds with the choices they normally make for themselves. Then boys start dying and the twins [and, by extension, Alicia] are right in the middle of the police investigation. Things quickly go from bad to worse as the investigators dig into their convoluted story about their pretend sister and the dying continues.
Who is responsible for murdering the boys? Who will be the next victim? And could it be that the twins are being framed?
This story keeps from falling into the standard “surprise, we’re twins” milieu with fast-paced action and a couple of plot twists that venture far from expectations. It’s a well-written, satisfying read, although the intended twelve-year-old audience is definitely too young for this angst-ridden tale of multiple teen-agers gruesomely dispatched in pools of blood, ostensibly by someone they know and trust.
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LibraryThing member Cherylk
This is one of those books where the author really gets kudos for her writing. I was sucked into the story. It was like a guilty pleasure. One where I kind of had a good/bad relationship with the book. Because on the one hand, I liked how the story was just twisted enough to keep me reading and did
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leave me in the dark for a while as to the true mystery surrounding Alicia. So the thing I did not like about this book was Lexi and Ava. I found Lexi to be soft and wishy washy. Whereas, Ava was a b*tch. She got on my nerves. Alicia was the best of both of them. When they were Alicia I liked them. The guys they went out with though were all jerks. Again this is why I said this book is a guilty pleasure. A fun, fast read that is addicting. Show Less
LibraryThing member Ginger_reader22
Alicia is the fun twin, the outgoing twin, the one who doesn't give a damn what others think of her, she says what she thinks and she gets what she wants. Also? She doesn't exist.
Ever since Ava and Lexi were little they've used 'Alicia' as a way to disperse the blame, to get what they want, to
When not one but two boys 'Alicia' dated show up dead the police start pointing fingers at the twins, and when Ava adds fuel to the fire by lying to the police about who Alicia really is Lexi starts to question if Ava is somehow involved.
This book was marketed as "Pretty Little Liars" meets "Revenge" so obviously, being a fan of both shows, that drew me in instantly.
It was much more PPL than Revenge, Lexi wasn't the sharpest tool in the shed and I'm 98% positive most of her problems could have been solved by going to the police with the truth, but honest who would read that book?
Even though I did give it a solid 4 stars it still didn't live up to what I had built up in my head.
The idea of 'The Third Twin' was so intriguing and mystifying but the reveal was a little Wizard of Oz, when Dorothy finds out the Oz is really just a little man behind a curtain.
It definitely kept me on the edge of my seat up until the last couple of chapter where it started lagging a little. Sadly it just lacked the drama and suspense that the first 2/3 of the book had.
I can't say much more without spoilers but if you're a fan of "Pretty Little Liars" I would still check it out.
Until next time,
Ginger
In compliance with FTC guidelines I am disclosing that this book was given to me for free to review.
My review is my honest opinion.
Ever since Ava and Lexi were little they've used 'Alicia' as a way to disperse the blame, to get what they want, to
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avoid consequences. But now they've gone too far. When not one but two boys 'Alicia' dated show up dead the police start pointing fingers at the twins, and when Ava adds fuel to the fire by lying to the police about who Alicia really is Lexi starts to question if Ava is somehow involved.
This book was marketed as "Pretty Little Liars" meets "Revenge" so obviously, being a fan of both shows, that drew me in instantly.
It was much more PPL than Revenge, Lexi wasn't the sharpest tool in the shed and I'm 98% positive most of her problems could have been solved by going to the police with the truth, but honest who would read that book?
Even though I did give it a solid 4 stars it still didn't live up to what I had built up in my head.
The idea of 'The Third Twin' was so intriguing and mystifying but the reveal was a little Wizard of Oz, when Dorothy finds out the Oz is really just a little man behind a curtain.
It definitely kept me on the edge of my seat up until the last couple of chapter where it started lagging a little. Sadly it just lacked the drama and suspense that the first 2/3 of the book had.
I can't say much more without spoilers but if you're a fan of "Pretty Little Liars" I would still check it out.
Until next time,
Ginger
In compliance with FTC guidelines I am disclosing that this book was given to me for free to review.
My review is my honest opinion.
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LibraryThing member JaidisShaw
Alexa and Ava are identical twins. When they were young they pretended to have another identical sister that was to blame for everything. As they grew older, the third sister allowed them to step out of their comfort zones and be someone they weren't in reality and date people they wouldn't
I really enjoyed this book. After starting the story it became clear how the novel would end, or so I thought. While I was correct in my main assumption, twists were thrown in to keep me wondering about who the killer really was. The author did a great job of leading me to believe that it would go one way, only to plant seeds of doubt after a few more pages. I just had to keep reading to see who was being themselves and who was just playing a part.
Overall a wonderful story that I'm glad I had the chance to read. I liked that I was able to guess parts and that others kept me guessing. It was well written and suspenseful.
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normally be seen with. Alicia has certain rules to go by, especially when it comes to boys, but someone is starting to break those rules. When a boy is killed after going on a date with Alicia, really Lexi, she decides it's time to stop the game but Ava isn't up for it. Lexi realizes she's starting to get in too deep when evidence starts piling up making her the number one suspect and also puts Ava near the crime scenes. Has Ava turned into a killer or is someone else trying to set them up?I really enjoyed this book. After starting the story it became clear how the novel would end, or so I thought. While I was correct in my main assumption, twists were thrown in to keep me wondering about who the killer really was. The author did a great job of leading me to believe that it would go one way, only to plant seeds of doubt after a few more pages. I just had to keep reading to see who was being themselves and who was just playing a part.
Overall a wonderful story that I'm glad I had the chance to read. I liked that I was able to guess parts and that others kept me guessing. It was well written and suspenseful.
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LibraryThing member cherybear
2.5 stars, really.
Identical twins "create" a third twin that they blame for anything either of them does wrong. Later, they dress up as this third twin to go out with hot, but questionable boys. Then 2 of the boys Alicia dates are murdered, and both twins insist they had nothing to do with it. Who
I thought I had the ending figured out, but I only got part of it right.
Some good writing, some interesting (but kind of stupid/naive) characters, and a somewhat predictable ending.
Identical twins "create" a third twin that they blame for anything either of them does wrong. Later, they dress up as this third twin to go out with hot, but questionable boys. Then 2 of the boys Alicia dates are murdered, and both twins insist they had nothing to do with it. Who
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is killing them? Not surprisingly, each twin comes to suspect the other. And they make some stupid choices like lying to the police, and later, taking things into their own hands without contacting police. Like when I'm watching some Lifetime movies, I found myself "telling" them "don't do that!" I thought I had the ending figured out, but I only got part of it right.
Some good writing, some interesting (but kind of stupid/naive) characters, and a somewhat predictable ending.
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LibraryThing member tabbyisnotacat
4.5 stars!
The only real disappointment that I have is that it's already over and I feel like I read it too fast. I couldn't help it though - it kept me wanting to know what happened next so I had to keep going!
Definitely a good YA mystery/thriller that I'd recommend. The fun part was coming up
The only real disappointment that I have is that it's already over and I feel like I read it too fast. I couldn't help it though - it kept me wanting to know what happened next so I had to keep going!
Definitely a good YA mystery/thriller that I'd recommend. The fun part was coming up
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with my own theories of who was behind everything. It was a nice break from my usual servings of fluffy romance books. Show Less
LibraryThing member genieinanovel
When Lexi and Ava were younger, they made up an imaginary triplet named Alicia who served as their way out of trouble when they were kids. Now she’s their alter-ego when dating boys they’d never consider dating as their real selves.
Then one of those boys ends up dead.
Then another.
Lexi thinks
I’ve known of The Third Twin or a while, but I finally bought it not too long ago and I can’t believe it took me so long to finally pick it up and read it! It has been a while since I’ve read a good mystery – I literally could not put it down! The story was engaging and I kept trying to come up with my own theories as to what exactly was going on. When everything was revealed at the end, I felt like I should’ve known earlier, but eh… I didn’t. That’s what makes mysteries fun, right?
The twins were pretty stereotypical in terms of fictional twins – one is more outgoing and the other is more reserved and studious. However, Lexi does get out once in while to go on an occasional date as Alicia. I definitely related to Lexi more so than Ava. Though both girls are pretty shallow when it comes to using Alicia as their alter-ego and dating boys that they aren’t serious about, but I suppose their flaws are what makes them believable characters.
Again, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it to the mystery/thriller lovers out there!
Then one of those boys ends up dead.
Then another.
Lexi thinks
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it’s time to put ‘Alicia’ to rest, but Ava insists that everything will be fine. However, then there is DNA evidence that points to Alicia being the main suspect in the deaths. Now Lexi is put into the center of it all despite not being with either of the boys when they were killed. So it’s either her twin sister who’s killing these boys or… Alicia might be real after all.I’ve known of The Third Twin or a while, but I finally bought it not too long ago and I can’t believe it took me so long to finally pick it up and read it! It has been a while since I’ve read a good mystery – I literally could not put it down! The story was engaging and I kept trying to come up with my own theories as to what exactly was going on. When everything was revealed at the end, I felt like I should’ve known earlier, but eh… I didn’t. That’s what makes mysteries fun, right?
The twins were pretty stereotypical in terms of fictional twins – one is more outgoing and the other is more reserved and studious. However, Lexi does get out once in while to go on an occasional date as Alicia. I definitely related to Lexi more so than Ava. Though both girls are pretty shallow when it comes to using Alicia as their alter-ego and dating boys that they aren’t serious about, but I suppose their flaws are what makes them believable characters.
Again, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it to the mystery/thriller lovers out there!
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