I Know What You Did Last Summer by Lois Duncan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another nostalgic read from one of the pioneers in YA Thrillers, Lois Duncan!!
Originally published in 1973, Lois Duncan’s I Know What You Did Last Summer paved the way for all the YA Thrillers that have come after.
Most of us are familiar with the 1997-film adaptation starring Jennifer Love Hewitt and Sarah Michelle Gellar. Honestly, that was one of my go-to movies in the 90s and 2000s, yet I didn’t even know it was adapted from a book until a few years ago.
I bought a copy and have been meaning to read it forever…
Recently, I listened to the audiobook for another of Duncan’s novels, Killing Mr. Griffin, and I had so much fun with it. It was quick, nostalgic and drama-filled. I knew when I was done with that, it was finally time for me to read this one.
I decided to listen to the audiobook in this case as well. It was read by the same narrator and I liked his style.
After reading this, I gotta say, they did a great job with the adaptation. It closely followed the source material, yet with the right amount of modern twists, to make it believable and fun. I’m in love with the casting, perfection.
I am so happy that I finally took the time to read this one. I’m super into nostalgic reads right now, particularly those of the Horror and Thriller variety, so this was exactly what I was looking for.
If you are a fan of the movie, I definitely recommend you check this one out!!
