Dare Me (novel)

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Dare Me

First edition (US)
Author	Megan Abbot
Language	English
Genre	Mystery
Published	2012
Publisher	Reagan Arthur Books
ISBN	0316250546

Dare Me is a 2012 mystery novel written by Megan Abbott. The novel centers on American cheerleading. The book explores themes of friendship, obsession and power.

Plot[]

The story is based on the world of American cheerleading. The main characters are Addy, the 16-year-old narrator, her friend Beth and the cheerleading coach.

The friendship between Addy and Beth goes back to their childhood. Beth is manipulative and often cruel; she has always been the leader with Addy her faithful lieutenant. A new coach arrives, things change very quickly and very soon she and Beth engage in a battle of wills. 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. The girls are pushed to physical and psychological extremes as they vie for the best position on the team. Injury is just one wobble away. Then one dark night Addy is drawn into a nightmare.

Awards[]

Nominated for the 2013 Anthony Award for Best Novel.^{[citation needed]}

Adaptation[]

In late January 2019, a series based on the novel was ordered by USA Network and Netflix.^[1]

References[]

• Dare Me at Megan Abbott's website
• Review in The Independent
• Review in The New York Times

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