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The Illusion of a Boy Paperback – October 27, 2021

by LeeAnn Werner (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 77 ratings
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The Illusion of a Boy

The much-anticipated sequel to the unsettling psychological thriller The Illusion of a Girl.

A few months ago, Jessie Taylor’s father was found dead in the woods, and as far as she’s concerned, good riddance.

With his absence, she and her brother Brian can unwind and take a much-needed emotional break. Sadly, the reprieve is short-lived due to their mother’s destructive behavior.

Now Jessie is afraid the very thing that allowed them to survive her father’s cruelty threatens her life and the lives of everyone she loves.

Can Jessie pull together the pieces of her fractured mind to find herself and the courage for one last battle? She’ll come to know the dead are not gone but linger on in your mind.

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A highly appealing fusion of psychological thriller and supernatural horror story." - Kirkus Reviews

Powered by Werner’s clean and focused writing style, the tale evokes the works of Stephen King and Gillian Flynn.

"This paranormal sequel revolves around a teenager’s struggle after the ghost of her abusive father continues to torment her. It has been months since Jessie Taylor’s violent, alcoholic father was found dead in the woods, but she and her family are still trying to put his demise behind them. Her mother’s failed suicide attempt and Jessie’s subsequent attack on a doctor at a hospital shine a spotlight on the teen’s underlying issues.

After counseling sessions with a psychiatrist, Jessie is diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder, which stems from her childhood trauma. With her mother on the mend and surrounded by a network of loving people—Jessie’s love interest, Will; her grandmother; and the teen’s older brother, Brian, and his girlfriend, Tracey—the protagonist begins to make strides with her mental health.

But when her father’s ghost begins appearing in her dreams and his supernatural attacks manifest themselves in the real world, Jessie realizes her battle with him is far from over. Powered by Werner’s clean and focused writing style, the tale evokes the works of Stephen King and Gillian Flynn.

The small Ohio town of Stanton comes alive in the pages. Werner’s rich descriptions—particularly regarding sensory details—make for an immersive read from start to finish. (The police station, for example, smells like “spicy salami sandwiches and fresh hot coffee.”)

But it’s the deeply portrayed characters that are the novel’s real strength. Jessie’s complicated situation—as a child growing up in a dysfunctional, abusive household and as a teen struggling to deal with a mental health issue—is explored with insight and compassion. Fans of creepy, dark thrillers should enjoy this story of a young woman’s journey of self-discovery—and, ultimately, salvation.

A highly appealing fusion of psychological thriller and supernatural horror story." - Kirkus Reviews

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  1. Book 2 of 2
    The Illusion
  2. Print length
    218 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    October 27, 2021
  5. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.55 x 8.5 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1733006206
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1733006200
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ L Werner Marketing (October 27, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 218 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1733006206
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1733006200
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.55 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 77 ratings

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LeeAnn Werner is an author and speaker regarding dysfunctional family. Her books, The Illusion of a Girl and The Illusion of a Boy are young adult thrillers based on her own childhood where she struggled to survive her violent alcoholic father. She hopes her story inspires others to move beyond their dysfunctional families and stop the cycle of abuse. She lives in Florida with her family. You can check out her webpage and blog at www.illusionofagirl.com.

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C Pearson
5.0 out of 5 stars A Sequel that makes you crave a Trilogy!
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2021
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The original author of "Illusion of a Girl" has accomplished what few authors can do when penning a sequel -- not only pick up where the previous story left off, but add the most unexpected twists and turns for the readers before bringing closure to the main heroine, which makes it even better than the first book! "Illusion of a Boy" is a must-read psychological thriller that is also filled with many spiritual symbolisms throughout that I caught on to as I was reading this book. I'm pretty sure the author was very mindful and purposeful in including these subtle (ie, numbers) and not-so-subtle symbols. Her "Illusion" books are fast-paced, easy to read, and never boring for ages mid-teens to adults! I'm a fan of both books from this author and look forward to her future writings... even if there isn't a trilogy in this series!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing story!
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2023
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I read this immediately after The Illusion of a Girl, and together they made for a fantastic story. Both were fast reads with constant action and plot twists that took me back to my childhood and high school years and also tugged at my momma bear heartstrings. This author clearly has resilience, perseverance, grit, determination, and creativity, and also is an engaging and fluent writer. I enjoyed the stories, but I especially want to commend her for her work to stop the cycle of perpetuated abuse and alcoholism.
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Debbie McAlister
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2022
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Entertaining! A different type of storyline but I really liked it. It will keep you interested and wanting to know how it ends
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Lisa N.
5.0 out of 5 stars Psychology meets spirituality!
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2021
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In this sequel to Illusion of a Girl, the story goes in a very different direction. It kept me wondering how Jessie would resolve this new conflict. I don’t want to give away anything, but I loved how Jessie got in touch with her spiritual strengths as well as her psychological issues. I love the bond between her & her brother. This is an intriguing story that kept me on my toes!
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Olivia Werner
5.0 out of 5 stars What a Story!
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2021
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The Illusion of a Boy did not disappoint! The story flowed flawlessly from Illusion of a Girl. This book had me captivated from the first page. The author knows how to keep you guessing how the characters will proceed. I can hardly wait for her next story and highly recommend reading her books.
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TScrapper
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read!
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2021
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I have been looking forward to this sequel from the moment I finished The Illusion of A Girl. It has exceeded my expectations! I was so immersed in the first book and this second one seamlessly continued the storyline and characters, while increasing interest by adding new ones relevant to the plot. LeeAnne Werner knows how to write a story that comes from a place of experience and knowledge, drawing you into it and holding you there. I was rooting for Jessie, Bryan, and even the mother. Now dare I ask what’s next? I need more from this amazing author!
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Joshua Blodgett
5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling, realistic read, pulls at the heart
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2022
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This book pulls at your heart! Loved every page and kept my interest.
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D. Wills
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read, nail biter at the end!
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2022
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Although not the typical genre I read, I enjoyed the first book and the second even more. The story would make a good movie! 😊
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