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Only She Came Back

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Only She Came Back by Margot Harrison is a gripping young adult thriller that delves into the mysterious return of a young girl after a supposedly fatal group hike in the woods. The narrative unfolds as she grapples with the trauma and tries to piece together the events that led to her survival, while uncovering hidden truths about friendship and betrayal. As she navigates through a web of secrets, the tension builds, leaving readers eager to discover what truly happened.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by suspenseful narratives and complex characters often found in young adult fiction. It offers an engaging mix of mystery and psychological depth, providing a gripping storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat. If you relish unraveling secrets and exploring intense emotional landscapes, this read could be captivating for you.

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Only She Came Back

A chilling thriller about an unlikely friendship between a true-crime fan and a former high school classmate suspected of murdering her influencer boyfriend, perfect for fans of Holly Jackson and Courtney Summers.

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On July 28 at 6:30 p.m., Kiri Dunsmore walks out of the desert wearing her boyfriend's sweatshirt, covered in his blood. Dazed and on the verge of unconsciousness, she tells a cashier that he's still out there and most likely dead. The disappearance of Callum Massey, a "survival guru" with hundreds of thousands of YouTube followers, rocks the nation. And Kiri is a prime suspect.

Back in Kiri's hometown, true-crime fanatic Sam is completely hooked on the case—especially now that she recognizes the suspect as shy Katie from high school. Although they didn't know each other well, that doesn't stop Sam from reaching out to befriend her old classmate.

But when Kiri starts to confide in her, Sam realizes there's more to the story than she had imagined. Can she keep Kiri's secrets even though revealing them could put her where she's always longed to be—at the centre of the story?

Only She Came Back by Margot Harrison takes you on a gripping journey through mystery, truth, and the desire for notoriety. Will truth prevail, or will the quest for attention overshadow the real story?

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Only She Came Back by Margot Harrison is praised for its incisive exploration of complex social issues alongside a gripping thriller narrative. Reviewers highlight its sharp commentary on mental health, social media, and survivalist culture, comparing its addictive and spine-tingling plot to works by Tess Sharpe and Holly Jackson. The book is noted for its unexpected twists and ability to provoke thought while maintaining an engaging and compelling story.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316536080

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 November 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 144.0mm

Height: 214.0mm

Weight: 420g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Margot Harrison is the author of the YA thrillers We Made It All Up, The Glare, and The Killer in Me, which was a finalist for the Vermont Book Award. She writes for the newspaper Seven Days and posts vintage YA book reviews and skits about her weird childhood on TikTok @MargotFHarrison.

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