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The Counselors

Jessica Goodman
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The Counselors

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2022

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Jessica Goodman

The Counselors

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

343

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Camp Alpine Lake • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL810L

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Super Short Summary

The Counselors by Jessica Goodman follows the experiences of three young women working at a summer camp in the Adirondacks. As they navigate friendships and hidden secrets, their bond is tested by a mysterious event that forces them to confront their pasts and make critical decisions about their futures.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Emotional

Dark

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

3.8

16,886 ratings

53%

Loved it

36%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Counselors by Jessica Goodman is celebrated for its captivating mystery and strong atmosphere. Readers appreciate the rich character development and the summer camp setting that enhances the intrigue. However, some critics note a predictable plot and uneven pacing. Overall, it's a gripping read for young adults, combining suspense and emotional depth effectively.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Counselors?

A reader who enjoys The Counselors by Jessica Goodman likely appreciates suspenseful YA mysteries with strong female leads and complex friendships. Fans of Karen M. McManus's One of Us Is Lying and Maureen Johnson's Truly Devious would find this book engaging.

3.8

16,886 ratings

53%

Loved it

36%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

343

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Camp Alpine Lake • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL810L

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