Which Pinecrest Student Are You? Take the Archetype Quiz

In The Vanishing at Pinecrest, four students go missing every twelve years. They are not chosen at random. Each one matches a specific archetype in a ritual repeated for decades. This includes the Scholar, the Artist, the Leader, and the Healer. These roles are woven into the mystery at the heart of the book. Still, they are also familiar personality types that readers can relate to.

     This quiz is a fun way to determine which Pinecrest role best suits you. So, grab a pen, keep track of your answers, and see which archetype best matches you.

Question 1: How do you usually solve a problem?

A. Research and gather as much information as possible before acting.

B. Think creatively and look for a new angle.

C. Take charge and guide the group toward a decision.

D. Support others and make sure everyone is doing well.

Question 2: Your friends are planning a group project. What role do you take?

A. The one who organises the information and keeps it accurate.

B. The one who makes the presentation stand out with visuals.

C. The one who keeps everyone on track and motivated.

D. The one who checks in to make sure no one is stressed or left behind.

Question 3: Which school space feels most like yours?

A. The library.

B. The art room.

C. The student council office.

D. The nurse's station or a quiet bench outside.

Question 4: How do you handle pressure?

A. By breaking the task into smaller, manageable parts.

B. By brainstorming until you find a fresh approach.

C. By stepping in to lead and set priorities.

D. By keeping calm and helping others stay focused.

Question 5: You find a locked door in the East Wing of Pinecrest. What is your first move?

A. Look for blueprints or historical records to figure out what is behind it.

B. Sketch the door and its details, looking for hidden clues in its design.

C. Rally your friends to search for the key.

D. Make sure no one gets hurt while exploring.

Scoring:

     If you choose mostly A's, you are probably the Scholar. You are curious, thoughtful, and thorough. You believe answers are found through Research and careful planning.

     If you choose mostly B's, you are probably The Artist. You see patterns others miss and use creativity to find solutions. You value originality and expression.

     If you select mostly Cs, you are The Leader. You are decisive, confident, and ready to guide others through challenges. You take responsibility seriously.

     If your responses are mostly Ds, you are The Healer. You are compassionate, patient, and focused on the group's well-being. You help keep everyone steady.

How Do the Archetypes Fit into the Mystery?

     In The Vanishing at Pinecrest, the archetypes are more than personality traits. They are part of an old pattern that connects the disappearances over decades. Each missing student embodies one of these roles, and their talents and relationships shape how the story unfolds.

     As you read the book, you can better connect to these archetypes and begin to see yourself in the Scholar's careful thinking, the Artist's creativity, the Leader's confidence, or the Healer's care for others. In the book, these traits are both strengths and vulnerabilities. And understanding them is key to solving the mystery before it is too late.

     So, which one are you? Only reading the book will lead you to an answer.