Traditionally masculine genre feel distinctly female. The Independent called the book a "mesmerising piece of prose combining deep characterisation and insight with a truly nerve-shredding crime plot." Publishers Weekly said the it is "deliciously slick and dark, matching her characters’ threatening circumstances, and the plot is tight and intense." Įntertainment Weekly gave the book an A- rating and highlighted that it makes a Then one dark night Addy is drawn into a nightmare.ĭare Me was generally well-received by critics, including starred reviews from Booklist, Kirkus Reviews, Kirkus called the novel "ompelling, claustrophobic and slightly creepy in a can’t-put-it-down way." The girls are pushed to physical and psychological extremes as they vie for the best position on the team. Addy adores Coach and is always willing to do her bidding, which in turn fuels Beth's jealousy when the other team members gather at Coach's house for drinking sessions, Beth does not go there, but always watches, waiting for her moment. A new coach arrives, things change very quickly and very soon she and Beth engage in a battle of wills. Beth is manipulative and often cruel she has always been the leader with Addy her faithful lieutenant.
The friendship between Addy and Beth goes back to their childhood. The main characters are Addy, the 16-year-old narrator, her friend Beth and the cheerleading coach. The story is based on the world of American cheerleading. The book explores themes of friendship, obsession and power. The novel centers on American cheerleading. I recommended it as the anti-feel-good-coming-of-age story.Dare Me is a 2012 mystery novel written by Megan Abbott. A much more compelling read than Abbott’s previous novel The End of Everything. This is a fast-paced thrilling ride from start to finish. All is not as lovely and dainty as it seems in adolescent cheerleading squads. While practising for the final game where the squad aim to do their awe-inspiring and dangerous 2-2-1 routine, Addy is being bullied by Beth. This leads to sordid experiences that Addy witnesses and tries to understand. However, as Addy gets closer to the coach, she discovers that under her picture-perfect facade lurks deep unhappiness in her marriage and role of motherhood to her little daughter Caitlin.
Suddenly Beth is thrown off her pedestal and Addy becomes close to the coach which leaves Beth in a vindictive mood. When the new, perfect, attractive coach, French takes over the cheerleading squad, she unbalances the status quo. They shared secrets, adventures, family angst and school activities, including cheerleading. What does it feel like to be the beta to your best friend’s alpha status? If you are always following the leader, how do you discover what your talents and desires are? Addy and Beth have been friends since childhood.
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