I Dare You
I Dare You
paperback
Published:
8 May, 2025
Description
An unforgettable story that will make you laugh and cry, for fans of Holly Smale and Jacqueline Wilson.
"How far would you go for a friend? A shocking, poignant, powerful read with a message all young teens need to hear." Cathy Cassidy
Willow and Alma are best friends, sharing a love of the spotlight. All they want is fame and fortune, and Willow is determined that the best way to get it is to go viral. So they start filming dares. Okay, so getting stuck in a basketball hoop doesn't get them the sort of attention they were hoping for, but as their challenges get more extreme, their fan base grows. Duct-taping themselves to a wall? No-brainer. Eating super-hot chillis? Of course! Waxing an eyebrow off? Super funny! And if they get in a bit of trouble, it's worth it.
But if they really want to prove themselves, they have to go all-out. So they come up with the perfect idea. An idea that causes more than just a bit of trouble. An idea that might destroy not just their ambitions but their entire friendship for good.
Prizes
Short-listed for Salisbury Schools' Book Award 2026 (UK),Short-listed for Wandsworth Schools Fabulous Book Award 2026 (UK),Short-listed for Peters Book of the Year 2026 (UK),Short-listed for King's School Book Awards 2026 (UK),Short-listed for Girls' Day School Trust (GDST) Book Awards 2026 (UK),Short-listed for Spark! Children's Book Award 2026 (UK),Short-listed for Phoenix Book Award 2026 (UK)
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781805075721 |
| ISBN10 | 1805075721 |
| Number Of Pages | 368 |
| Item Weight | 310 g |
| Product Dimensions | 130 x 198 x 23 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Usborne Publishing Ltd |
| Format | paperback |
Media Reviews
Winter is bitingly astute on the lure of social media and the dynamics of friendship in this warm, poignant read for younger teens. * The Observer *
Another brilliant teen book from Tamsin Winter - funny, sharp and hard-hitting. I recommend Tamsin's books to all the teens I know - and their parents too! * Lucy Strange, author of The Secret of Nightingale Wood *
How far would you go for a friend? A shocking, poignant, powerful read with a message all young teens need to hear. * Cathy Cassidy, author of The Chocolate Box Girls *
[A] powerful and heartfelt story which has a message that all young teens need to read. * The Star *
A pointed look at peer influence and digital choices, it's a perspicuous read for 12+ year olds that deftly unpicks the blurred lines between real life and life online. Highly recommended. * School Reading List *
Award-winning author Tamsin Winter tackles the serious topic of online dares with her trademark bold approach, authenticity and humour in this powerful and heartfelt story which has a message that all young teens need to read. -- Pam Norfolk * Lancaster Syndicate News Group *
Author's Bio
Tamsin Winter grew up in a tiny village in Northamptonshire where there was nothing to do. She spent her childhood reading books and writing stories, mostly about cats. She has a degree in English literature and creative writing, and has been teaching, travelling the world and daydreaming for most of her adult life. She currently lives in Leicestershire with her son.