But as the disease rages on, so does an unexpected tension as Lil is torn between an old ex and a new romantic interest. With friends and neighbors dying all around her, Lil does everything she can just to survive.

Now, she’s more alone than she’s been since the “incident” at her school months ago. With her parents called away on business before the contagious outbreak-her father in Delaware covering the early stages of the disease and her mother in Hong Kong and unable to get a flight back to New Jersey-Lil’s town is hit by what soon becomes a widespread illness and fatal disaster. When people begin coming down with a quick-spreading illness that doctors are unable to treat, Lil’s worst fears are realized. Only a few people know what caused her sudden change from model student to the withdrawn pessimist she has become, but her situation isn’t about to get any better. Unfortunately, Lilianna’s circumstances are anything but normal.

Riveting and terrifyingly real with moments of hope that shine through when you least expect it, Pandemic is one that will stay with you long after you read the last page.” -Amalie Howard, author of the Alpha Goddess and Aquarathi series and the Riven ChroniclesĮven under the most normal circumstances, high school can be a painful and confusing time. Restrepo Lurking in the Shadows by Edward Lodi The Impossible Theft by Cameron Trost If It's Tuesday, This Must be Murder by Josh Pachter Justice for Jaynie by Yvonne Ventresca Keep Your Friends Close by Maggie King Too Many Sherlocks by Paulene Turner Villainy in the Vertical Village by Joseph S.“A suspenseful, authentic, and emotional narrative makes Pandemic a gripping and powerful story. Does that sound like your cup of tea? Ah, best not drink that! Will you take the case? Great! We're counting on you! ★ Memorable Detectives ★ Clues and Red Herrings ★ Impossible Crimes ★ Locked Rooms ★ And More! Alexander's Nose by Dave Duncan Bread Pudding by Karen Keeley Christmas Potatoes by E. You'll find frightful amounts of poison.don't invite these authors over for dinner! There are clues to be collected and alibis to be checked, and your general knowledge and attention to detail will be put to the test. In this anthology, you'll be faced with impossible crimes. Our cast of intrepid investigators needs your puzzle-solving talent again, for these aren't merely stories, but fair-play mysteries.

The Second Black Beacon Book of Mystery is even more challenging than the first.

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