SuitabookOne of Us Is Back
Karen M. McManus
- Reading
- Because this is the third series book, check whether the reader knows the earlier characters and events. If not, read together or recap only what feels necessary before starting.
- Themes
- Friendship, trust and teamwork: The Bayview Crew rely on one another while facing threats and the consequences of secrets and earlier experiences. The book leaves its stance open to more than one reading.
- Accountability and personal change: Nate works to change after earlier offending, while Vanessa apologises for slut-shaming Addy and homophobia towards Cooper. The narrative gives attention to attempts at reform and apology, while also acknowledging that harmful reputations and consequences do not disappear immediately.
- Romantic relationships under pressure: Several characters have romantic partners, while Nate, Bronwyn, Phoebe and Knox face questions involving love, opportunity or emotional uncertainty. The book’s stance on this remains unclear.
- Worth knowing
- Consider whether the reader is comfortable with a tense thriller containing a briefly described dead body, kidnapping after drugging, guns, possible drowning, frequent strong profanity and underage drinking.