You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight
on Goodreads (21,277)
What’s inside...
At Camp Mirror Lake, terror is the name of the game, where Charity Curtis has the summer job of her dreams playing the 'final girl' in a full-contact terror game recreating scenes from the film Curse of Camp Mirror Lake. As guests seek thrilling experiences, the stakes become deadly real when Charity's co-workers start disappearing and one is found dead. Charity, alongside her girlfriend Bezi, must uncover the killer's motives and the dark history of Mirror Lake to survive the harrowing night.
Age
15-18
Length
230 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Charity Curtis
Ebony
Parker
Robbie
Discussion points
How did the characters' actions in the story show bravery or fear?
Why do you think the title of the book is 'You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight'?
What would you do if you were in a similar situation as the main character?
How do the characters change from the beginning to the end of the story?
Can you think of a time when you faced something scary and how you handled it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Listen actively to your child’s thoughts and feelings about the story without interrupting, to encourage open communication.
Relate personal experiences or similar stories that echo the themes in the book to make the discussion more relatable.
Praise your child’s responses, whether you agree or not, to build their confidence in expressing their thoughts and ideas.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book. This can help them express their understanding and feelings about the story in a creative way.
Encourage your child to ask their own questions about the book. This promotes critical thinking and makes the conversation a two-way engaging session.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of courage
Explanation: The protagonist faces unexpected challenges, showing bravery in difficult times.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their own challenges with bravery, whether it be standing up to a bully or trying something new.
Example Lesson: Importance of empathy
Explanation: The characters in the story learn to understand and share the feelings of others, fostering a sense of community.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be considerate and understand the perspectives of their peers and others around them.
Example Lesson: Consequences of actions
Explanation: As the story unfolds, characters experience the outcomes of their decisions, teaching accountability.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding by thinking about the possible outcomes before making decisions in their daily interactions.