A review by thejenstamps
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson

dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

I could not put this book down. Written in two perspectives: the narrator and Pip's senior project notes; I often found myself reading well past the "just one more chapter" mantra that I was telling myself. 

Pip is a high school senior and for her senior project, she's decided to solve the murder of Andie Bell. 

Well... the term "solve the murder" might be a little misleading. You see, the police have already solved the murder. It was the boyfriend (Sal) - always is, right? But Pip just doesn't buy it. She knew Sal growing up and he was far from the murdering type. 

As Pip uncovers layers of truth - and more lies from her suspects - she starts to piece things together. Painting us a picture of who Andie really was and what she was doing with each of the suspects in the weeks leading up to her disappearance. 

I am blown away that this is Holly Jackson's first published novel. And very excited to learn that this book is one of three. Already have the other two on hold at the library. Perfect for the spooky season lover or murder mystery connoisseur.
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