I Know What You Did Last Summer

Lois Duncan's classic young adult suspense novel, first published in 1973 and re-released in 2020, delves into the psychological aftermath for four high school friends. After a tragic hit-and-run accident involving a young boy, they make a desperate pact to keep their involvement a secret. A year later, as they grapple with guilt and trauma, a mysterious figure begins to stalk them, sending chilling messages that prove their secret is out. This book explores profound themes of guilt, fear, honesty, and the heavy burden of a shared secret, offering a compelling read for teenagers ready for a character-driven psychological thriller. It serves as a powerful morality tale about the inescapable consequences of one's actions and the corrosive nature of lies.