Reviews tagging 'Murder'

Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson

904 reviews

theashleyrogers's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

This was a crazy read compared to AGGGTM. Still just as good, but had a lot more turns + twists that I just wasn’t prepared for or expecting. I would have put a 5 star rating, but don’t let that fool you…I literally only put 4.75 because the beginning of the book felt slow for me. But as I continued reading, it truly picked up + made me question everything.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child death, Death, Gun violence, Blood, and Murder

Moderate: Drug use and Rape

julianna_schock's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Blood, Grief, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Gun violence

Minor: Confinement, Drug use, Rape, Sexual assault, Kidnapping, and Fire/Fire injury

emissbooklife5's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Shocking ending!!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Blood, Grief, Stalking, Murder, and Fire/Fire injury

Moderate: Death, Blood, Grief, Stalking, Murder, and Fire/Fire injury

clovetra's review against another edition

dark emotional tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

i will not be leaving a public review for this book or any of holly jackson’s books (if i decide to finish this series), as she works with an israeli publisher & hired an israeli actress for her show adaptation of aggtm. for more information: https://x.com/paedynsgf/status/1825836303684087823?s=46&t=9OvIYdlyuT0qXkMrWFaSaA

to anyone i know who has read these books and liked them: please don’t feel as though i am shaming you. this is purely a personal choice on my end. this information is not widely known, so please do not feel ashamed. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Drug use, Gun violence, Rape, Violence, Kidnapping, and Murder

Moderate: Child death, Blood, Car accident, and Fire/Fire injury

Minor: Animal death

rhibeanreads's review against another edition

dark emotional funny inspiring mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

By the end of this I was  trembling uncontrollably and a mess of tears. Holly Jackson has it out for me istg 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence, Kidnapping, and Murder

Minor: Sexual assault

lavenderprince01's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional hopeful mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Cursing, Death, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, and Injury/Injury detail

bmccue529's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Good Girl, Bad Blood effectively builds on the foundation established in its predecessor, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, offering a satisfying continuation of Pip's story. The blend of mystery, emotional resonance, and character exploration creates a well-rounded narrative that keeps readers engaged from start to finish.

The book also tackles important themes such as the influence of social media, the impact of trauma, and the complexities of friendship, making it not only a thrilling mystery but also a thoughtful reflection on contemporary issues. For readers who appreciate a mix of suspense and character-driven storytelling, this book is a worthwhile read. Overall, it's a powerful sequel that leaves readers eager for more from Holly Jackson.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence and Murder

Moderate: Mental illness

Minor: Drug use and Alcohol

Good Girl, Bad Blood is a gripping sequel that follows Pip as she investigates a new mystery while dealing with the repercussions of her previous experiences. The book explores themes of loyalty, the consequences of one's choices, and the pressure of societal expectations.

Without giving too much away, the plot centers around a tragic event in the community that Pip feels compelled to investigate. As she delves deeper, she uncovers hidden truths and faces moral dilemmas that test her integrity and relationships. The story concludes with significant revelations that highlight the impact of her actions on those around her.

Overall, the book blends mystery with deep character exploration, making it a thought-provoking read.

cokaye's review against another edition

emotional funny tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Suicide, and Murder

weekdaygladers's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Blood, and Murder

Moderate: Child death, Gun violence, Sexual assault, Violence, and Kidnapping

Minor: Drug abuse, Rape, Suicide, Medical content, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol

mainereading's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Grief, Car accident, Murder, and Fire/Fire injury

Minor: Animal death, Child death, Confinement, Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence