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Book Review of Counterfeit Son

Counterfeit Son
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Helpful Score: 1


Cameron grows up as the child of a serial killer. His serial killer father is killed and he takes up the identity of Neil one of his father's victims. This book is the story of how he adjusts to his new family and the secret life he wishes to supress. The book is well written, and slightly believable dispite the premise. I found it to be very predictable, but am not so sure its as transparent to others, however kept reading to see how the book would play out. One of the reviews on the book praises the author's ability to be realistic with the character's reactions, I disagree however I don't find it bad a choice on the author's part she opts out of some of the darker drama and emotions that would be associated with Cameron and Neil's family making it suitable for a young adult audience. Overall I was impressed with the book, and couldn't put it down.