The Masked Truth

$12.99 US
Tundra Book Group | Tundra Books
24 per carton
On sale May 05, 2026 | 9781774889268
Age 14 and up
Sales rights: US, Canada, Open Mkt

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Now in paperback with a brand-new cover comes the heart-stopping suspense thriller for teens from #1 New York Times bestselling author Kelley Armstrong.

Filled with suspense and unexpected twists, The Masked Truth will have you on the edge of your seat.

Riley Vasquez is haunted by the brutal murder of the couple she was babysitting for. Max Cross is suffering under the shadow of a life-altering diagnosis he doesn't dare reveal. When they're forced by their families to spend a weekend away at a therapy camp for teens with "issues," neither of them think things can get any worse . . . until three masked men take them hostage.

Now, with no way to escape and their captors on a killing spree, Riley and Max must rely on their wits and courage to survive. As they navigate this dangerous situation, they uncover dark secrets that shake them to their core. Will they find a way out before it's too late? Kelley Armstrong delivers a gripping thriller that delves deep into themes of survival and trust . . . and that escape doesn't equal freedom.
  • NOMINEE | 2016
    John Spray Mystery Award
  • SHORTLIST | 2016
    Canadian Library Association - Young Adult Canadian Book Award
"Action-packed suspense from beginning to end." —Kirkus Reviews

"[A] terrifying thriller where suspense and psychological horror serve as perfect counterpoints to themes of forgiveness and growth. . . . Masterful storytelling . . . overflowing with twists."
Publishers Weekly, starred review

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Now in paperback with a brand-new cover comes the heart-stopping suspense thriller for teens from #1 New York Times bestselling author Kelley Armstrong.

Filled with suspense and unexpected twists, The Masked Truth will have you on the edge of your seat.

Riley Vasquez is haunted by the brutal murder of the couple she was babysitting for. Max Cross is suffering under the shadow of a life-altering diagnosis he doesn't dare reveal. When they're forced by their families to spend a weekend away at a therapy camp for teens with "issues," neither of them think things can get any worse . . . until three masked men take them hostage.

Now, with no way to escape and their captors on a killing spree, Riley and Max must rely on their wits and courage to survive. As they navigate this dangerous situation, they uncover dark secrets that shake them to their core. Will they find a way out before it's too late? Kelley Armstrong delivers a gripping thriller that delves deep into themes of survival and trust . . . and that escape doesn't equal freedom.

Awards

  • NOMINEE | 2016
    John Spray Mystery Award
  • SHORTLIST | 2016
    Canadian Library Association - Young Adult Canadian Book Award

Praise

"Action-packed suspense from beginning to end." —Kirkus Reviews

"[A] terrifying thriller where suspense and psychological horror serve as perfect counterpoints to themes of forgiveness and growth. . . . Masterful storytelling . . . overflowing with twists."
Publishers Weekly, starred review