The Frame-Up
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
A magically gifted con artist must gather her estranged mother's old crew for a once-in-a-lifetime heist, from the New York Times bestselling author of Stranger Things: Suspicious Minds.
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Gwenda Bond crafts compelling narratives that explore themes of identity and empowerment, particularly through the eyes of strong young heroines. Her work seamlessly blends genres, from the magical allure of the circus to the intriguing challenges faced by iconic characters, always infusing her stories with a sense of wonder and adventure. Bond's distinctive voice shines through her ability to weave intricate plots with relatable character arcs, making her a celebrated author for readers seeking vibrant and engaging tales.
A mysterious lab, a sinister scientist, and a secret history await in this thrilling prequel to the hit show. Set in the summer of 1969, the shock of conflict resonates through American youth, both at home and abroad. Terry Ives, a student at a quiet Indiana college, feels the world changing and refuses to remain a bystander. When she hears about a crucial government experiment in Hawkins, she volunteers as a test subject for the MKULTRA project. Unmarked vans and a remote lab in the woods set the stage for her journey, where mind-altering substances are administered by tight-lipped researchers, and Terry is determined to uncover the truth. However, within Hawkins National Laboratory, and under the watchful eye of Dr. Martin Brenner, lies a conspiracy beyond her imagination. To confront it, she enlists the help of fellow test subjects, including a mysterious girl known only by her number, 008, who possesses unexplainable superhuman powers. As tensions rise in this new decade, Terry and Brenner engage in a different kind of war—one where the human mind becomes the battlefield.