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Killer Within (The Killer Instinct Novels) Kindle Edition

by S. E. Green (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 124 ratings
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In the heart-pounding sequel to the “zippy, gripping psychological drama” (Kirkus Reviews) Killer Instinct, teen vigilante Lane must face the secrets and unexpected consequences that arise in the wake of her first kill.

It’s been three months since Lane made her first kill—the sadistic Decapitator—and now she feels both closer and more alienated than ever from her united, grieving family. Haunted by conflicting memories of her mother, Lane resumes her role as the vigilante Masked Savior out of a feeling of obligation—but her heart just isn’t in it anymore. Now that Lane has felt the rush of deeper, darker thrills, a growing part of her wants to revisit its seductive power, and she’s not sure how long she can resist.

Meanwhile, the Masked Savior has inspired its own fan site, where groupies gather online to praise, document, and debate each delivered act of justice. But one of Lane’s secret admirers is becoming a cunning copycat, exacting “justice” on defenseless innocents, escalating the violence with each attack.

Someone is watching Lane, edging closer to making contact. Someone who knows her darkest secrets. Will Lane be able to stop the copycat and keep her identity protected? Or will she give in to the thrills that tempt her?
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  1. Book 2 of 2
    Killer Instinct
  2. Print length
    242 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
  5. Publisher
    Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
  6. Publication date
    May 19, 2015
  7. Grade level
    9 and up
  8. File size
    1318 KB
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  10. Word Wise
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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Gr 9 Up—Three months have passed since Lane had to take down the infamous serial killer, the Decapitator, who just happened to be her own mother. As she struggles with her conflicting grief, she decides to relieve some pressure by taking up the mantle of the Masked Savior once more. The Masked Savior provides vigilante justice to bad guys the police seem unable to stop. Everything changes, however, when Lane discovers someone has been following her and has started a copycat Savior who punishes the innocent and the guilty indiscriminately. Can Lane clear the Masked Savior's name? Recommend this series to teens who enjoy mysteries that also work as connected stand-alone novels.

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"The twists keep turning right up to the blood-soaked ending in this satisfying thriller. " (Kirkus Reviews February 15, 2015)

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00O6603VU
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers; Reprint edition (May 19, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 19, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1318 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 242 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 124 ratings

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S. E. Green is the award-winning and best-selling author of Young Adult and Adult fiction. She grew up in Tennessee where she dreaded all things reading and writing. She didn’t even read her first book for enjoyment until she was twenty-five. After that, she was hooked! When she’s not writing, she's usually traveling or hanging out with a rogue armadillo that frequents her coastal Florida backyard. Find her online everywhere @segreenauthor.

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Sally G.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow Wow Wow!!!
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2022
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Great story!!! Keeps you on your toes. So many twists and turns! My mouth was left hanging open!!! S E Green never disappoints...love all her books. Now onto the Killer Among box set...can't wait!!! Need more Lane.....
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Willie Giere
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great book in the series.
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2020
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Just when I didn't think Lane could get more bold she shocks me again. Excellent book well worth the read.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Book
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2015
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Liked this book a lot; It started where first book left off and showed how killing her mother had impacted the main character and how she evolved in her personality and style after that. I enjoyed it and would read the next one.
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Danielle
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Teen Novel
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2017
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I read the first book and am currently reading this one. I loved the first book it was a quick read, with short chapters which is what I prefer. This book also has short chapters and I am currently enjoying it. I will be buying more books by this author.
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Maddie
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2016
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This book and series in particular was one of the most intriguing I've ever read. It threw me for loop after loop and the plot twists pulled me in even more. I highly recommend!
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3.0 out of 5 stars Teenage Dexter returns
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2020
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This second book about the teenage Dexter picks up three months after the events of the first. Lane and her family (no last name is ever given) are trying to piece their lives back together and as part of that Lane struggles to continue her crusade to fulfill her “itch” by punishing those who deserve it. But it appears there’s at least one copycat out there whose motives aren’t quite so noble. Can Lane uncover his or her identity?

Good follow up to the first book. Lane is a compelling character as are the secondary characters and though the story wasn’t quite as interesting this time around it was still and enjoyable quarantine read.
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RS
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book. So glad I found this author
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2016
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Excellent book. So glad I found this author. I'm now on her 3rd book. Keep writing S. E. Green.
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Anchart
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2016
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My 13 year old read this book and loved it
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Brooke Gingrich
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in Canada on December 12, 2021
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It’s good especially for people who don’t really read a lot, it’s an easy read and captivating
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Mickey
4.0 out of 5 stars Great
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 26, 2022
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"I am who I am, and she'd been grooming me from the start. I just never realised it until after her death."

I was really looking forward to reading this book after finishing the first in the series. I feel like this one didn't quite hit the mark for me but I did still enjoy it, just not as much as the previous book. I'm looking forward to seeing where the story goes in the next book.
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Lois Dix
4.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed this book
Reviewed in Canada on June 17, 2017
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I really enjoyed this book, and the first one in which the main character is introduced. As an adult (definitely not a 'young adult') I do have a concern about this being labelled for young adult or teen readers. The subject and story line are not really what I would consider appropriate for early teen years. Just my own opinion, but I feel very strongly about this. That is why I only give 4 stars, otherwise would definitely give 5.
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