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One of Us Is Next

by Karen M. McManus · One of Us Is Lying #2 · 374 pages · Published January 2020
Spoiler-light guide Series order included Similar books included
3.70 / 5 across 100K ratings
Spice: ❄️ (0/5)

A tense, dark Young Adult ya thriller built around truth or dare, secrets, revenge. 374 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

Best for readers who want…

Tense. Dark. Fast.

Tense Dark Fast

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Tense Dark Fast
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  • You need romance or spice to stay engaged
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  • You haven't read the earlier books in the One of Us Is Lying series
  • You need a strong romance to drive the plot

Content notes

Violence Death
Truth or Dare
Secrets
Revenge
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

How this book actually feels — based on mood analysis, not publisher blurbs.

Mood profile
Romance
10%
Fantasy
0%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
3/5
Spice
0/5
Core elements
Genre
YA Thriller
Moods
Tense
Dark
Fast
Key Tropes
Truth or Dare
Secrets
Revenge
Ending
Satisfying
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FAQ

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Is One of Us Is Next spicy?

No spice (0/5) — clean read with no heat.

Do I need to read One of Us Is Next in order?

One of Us Is Next is book 2 in the One of Us Is Lying series. Reading in order is recommended.

Who would enjoy One of Us Is Next?

Readers who love tense and dark stories with truth or dare and secrets. Best suited for Young Adult readers and up.

What kind of read is One of Us Is Next?

A tense, dark Young Adult ya thriller built around truth or dare, secrets, revenge. 374 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

What are the content warnings for One of Us Is Next?

Content notes include: violence, death. Sort By Cravings always flags these so you can make informed choices.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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