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They Both Die at the End: A Tour De Force of Young Adult Fiction (They Both Die at the End Series, 1)

Adam Silvera reminds us that there’s no life without death and no love without loss in this devastating yet uplifting story about two people whose lives change over the course of one unforgettable day.

#1 New York Times bestseller * four starred reviews * A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year * A Kirkus Best Book of the Year * A Booklist Editors' Choice * A Bustle Best YA Novel * A Paste Magazine Best YA Book * A Book Riot Best Queer Book * A BuzzFeed Best YA Book of the Year * A BookPage Best YA Book of the Year

On September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They’re going to die today.

Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they’re both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: There’s an app for that. It’s called the Last Friend, and through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure—to live a lifetime in a single day.

In the tradition of Before I Fall and If I Stay, They Both Die at the End is a tour de force from acclaimed author Adam Silvera, whose debut, More Happy Than Not, the New York Times called “profound.”

Featuring a map of the novel’s characters and their connections, an exclusive essay by the author, and a behind-the-scenes look at the early outlines for this critically acclaimed bestseller.

Plus don't miss The First to Die at the End: #1 New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera returns to the universe of international phenomenon They Both Die at the End in this prequel. New star-crossed lovers are put to the test on the first day of Death-Cast’s fateful calls. 

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Published Dec 18, 2018

416 pages

Average rating: 7.35

161 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

lexismith
Jun 02, 2025
8/10 stars
this book was surprisingly really enjoyable. i got attached to the storyline and was trying to guess what they would do next. not my favorite book of all time but pretty good
na_na_cakes
May 28, 2025
10/10 stars
Amazing, made me cry a bit, i LOVE the undertones, themes, and character development
Booksilike
May 20, 2025
9/10 stars
Loved the unique concept
Sadiya777
May 18, 2025
9/10 stars
This book follows two teens who have 24 hours to live. This book was AMAZING I got through it pretty fast, it took me a good 2.5 sittings to get through the whole thing. Though there aren’t many plot twists, the book really grips you due to the characters and their untimely death. It keeps you curious, unbored and is definitely a page turner. It’s perfectly written, gentle and an easy read. I’m recommending it to anyone and everyone!
isamzzzz
Jan 17, 2025
10/10 stars
This book touched my heart. I love the way it was written and the whole concept it’s just beautiful. Very heartbreaking but it’s a beautiful piece.

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