52 pages • 1 hour read
Lamar GilesFake ID
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Fake ID by Lamar Giles, 15-year-old Nick Pearson relocates to Stepton, Virginia, under the Federal Witness Protection Program. As he becomes involved with the school newspaper, he and new friend Eli investigate a local conspiracy called Whispertown. When Eli is found dead, Nick and Eli’s sister Reya dig deeper, uncovering a complex web of secrets and crimes that puts them in serious danger. Sensitive topics including violence, murder, and familial conflict are present in the narrative.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Lamar Giles' Fake ID delivers a gripping thriller with a multi-layered plot and well-developed characters. Critics praise its suspense and pacing, making it an engaging read for young adults. However, some found the ending abrupt and certain plot points predictable. Overall, it's a compelling novel with slight flaws but worth the journey.
Who Should Read Fake ID?
Readers who enjoy suspenseful, fast-paced mysteries with young adult protagonists will be captivated by Lamar Giles's Fake ID. Fans of Ally Carter's I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You and James Patterson's Maximum Ride series will appreciate the gripping blend of intrigue and action in this novel.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
HL640LBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Realistic Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Bullying
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Grief / Death
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Values/Ideas: Trust & Doubt
Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger