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One of Us is Lying by Karen McNamus

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One of Us is Next, Book #2 Trailer

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The cross over

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Book #1 Trailer

Theme: Trust and Friendship

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Themes: Family, sibling relationships, personal identity, the pressures of growing up, love, and loss.

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Jordan bell

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Jordan, or JB, is Josh’s twin and teammate. He’s also a skilled basketball player but struggles with his identity and growing apart from Josh. Their sibling rivalry becomes a central part of the story.

Josh bell

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The star athlete who worries about how to balance family and sports at the same time

Mr. Bell

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Mr. Bell is the boys’ father, a former basketball player whose health declines throughout the novel. His relationship with Josh is key to Josh's emotional growth.

Author's Inspiration

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Family and Sibling Relationships: Alexander was also inspired by his own experiences with family, particularly his relationship with his siblings. In The Crossover, the bond between the twin brothers Josh and Jordan Bell reflects both the closeness and conflicts that come with sibling relationships. Alexander wanted to explore the dynamics of growing up with a sibling, especially the challenges of identity, competition, and change.