About This Book
"Survive the Night" is a chilling young adult horror novel that follows Casey, a teenager recently discharged from rehab for oxycodone addiction. Seeking a fresh start and a night out with friends, she attends an illicit rave in the abandoned New York City subway system. However, the party quickly turns into a nightmare when a predatory entity begins to hunt the attendees, forcing Casey and her friends to confront not only their personal demons but also a terrifying, literal monster. This book explores themes of addiction, recovery, peer pressure, and survival, wrapped in a fast-paced, suspenseful narrative suitable for ages 12-18.
Fresh out of rehab for oxycodone addiction, Casey and some of her friends attend an all-night rave called Survive the Night in the New York City subway, and find themselves fighting for their lives because drugs are not the only danger here--something is using the rave to attract victims, and some of them will not be coming back.
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Discussion Prompts
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How does Casey's past struggle with addiction influence her decisions and perceptions during the rave?
2
What role does friendship play in the characters' survival? Are there moments where loyalty is tested?
3
The book presents both the danger of drugs and a supernatural threat. How do these two types of danger compare, and which do you think is more impactful?
4
If you were in Casey's situation, what would be your biggest fear, and how would you try to overcome it?
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How does the setting of the New York City subway contribute to the overall mood and suspense of the story?
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