Truth or Dare

Truth or Dare follows two British teenagers, Claire and Sef, who take turns narrating their intertwined stories. Claire helps raise money for Sef's brother Kam's medical care after a serious accident by participating in a YouTube truth or dare fundraising channel. The novel explores the nature of truth and daring through social media, friendship, and family obligations. Claire and Sef navigate complex relationships while dealing with mounting pressure as their online presence grows and the dares become more extreme. The dual narration structure provides insight into both characters' private struggles and motivations as they face difficult choices. Their individual journeys intersect and diverge as they confront questions of loyalty, identity, and what they're willing to risk. The story examines contemporary themes of internet fame, authenticity in the digital age, and the real-world consequences of online actions. Through Claire and Sef's experiences, the novel raises questions about the price of helping others and the line between bravery and recklessness.

Readers call this a realistic portrayal of online fame, social media pressure, and teenage relationships. The dual-perspective format, with the book flipping over to show both characters' viewpoints, stands out as a unique storytelling approach. Readers appreciated: - Complex handling of disability representation and recovery - Natural, authentic dialogue between teens - Exploration of online harassment consequences - Strong sibling relationships Common criticisms: - Slow pacing in the first half - Some found the romance predictable - A few readers wanted more closure for secondary characters Ratings: Goodreads: 3.8/5 (2,000+ ratings) Amazon UK: 4.2/5 (50+ ratings) Specific reader comments: "The YouTube elements felt current without trying too hard" - Goodreads reviewer "Characters make mistakes but learn from them" - Amazon reviewer "Needed more development of the supporting cast" - Goodreads reviewer

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🔹 The book alternates between two perspectives and can be read from either end - one starting with Claire's story, the other with Sef's story, meeting in the middle. 🔹 Non Pratt worked as an editor in children's publishing for over a decade before becoming an author, giving her unique insight into crafting stories for young readers. 🔹 The narrative explores the impact of YouTube culture and viral videos on modern teenagers, including the pressures of online fame and public scrutiny. 🔹 The author chose to focus on charitable fundraising through social media after being inspired by real-life stories of young people using online platforms for social good. 🔹 The book tackles complex themes including traumatic brain injury recovery, which Pratt researched extensively by consulting medical professionals and speaking with TBI survivors.