Double Identity
Double Identity
Book Brief
Beta218
Novel • Fiction
Illinois • 2000s
2007
YA
10-14 years
810L
Super Short Summary
In Double Identity by Margaret Peterson Haddix, a young girl named Bethany discovers shocking secrets about her identity and family history. Transported unexpectedly to her aunt's home, she navigates emotions and revelations that challenge her understanding of who she is and why her parents have hidden truths from her.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Emotional
Contemplative
Dark
Reviews & Readership
17,374 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Double Identity by Margaret Peterson Haddix is praised for its intriguing plot and suspenseful narrative, attracting young readers with its exploration of identity and family secrets. However, some criticize the pacing and predictability. Overall, it's a compelling read that successfully engages its audience despite minor flaws.
Who Should Read Double Identity?
Readers who enjoy Double Identity by Margaret Peterson Haddix are typically young adults who appreciate thrilling, fast-paced mysteries with themes of identity and family secrets. Fans of Lois Lowry’s The Giver and Nancy Farmer's The House of the Scorpion would likely enjoy this book's intriguing plot and suspenseful twists.
17,374 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Double Identity is part of a trend seen in Margaret Peterson Haddix's work, where themes of identity and self-discovery are combined with elements of mystery and suspense, often captivating a young audience.
The book was first published in 2005, during a prolific period for Haddix, who is known for writing gripping stories that often explore futuristic or speculative scenarios.
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Despite its serious underlying themes, Double Identity captivates young readers by maintaining a balance of intrigue and approachable language, typical of Haddix's style in engaging the middle-grade and young adult audience.
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Novel • Fiction
Illinois • 2000s
2007
YA
10-14 years
810L
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