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A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

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In A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson, Pip investigates a closed murder case in her small town for a school project. What seems like a straightforward task quickly turns complex as she discovers hidden secrets and dangers that have been buried for years.
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A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

The New York Times No.1 bestselling YA crime thriller that everyone is talking about. Now a major BBC series!

TikTok made me buy it! The first book in the bestselling thriller trilogy, now a major TV series starring Emma Myers from Netflix’ Wednesday

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A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson is the New York Times No.1 bestselling YA crime thriller that has captivated readers globally. Now adapted into a major BBC series, this intricately plotted and intensely gripping novel is being lauded as a modern classic in young adult literature.

Pippa Fitz-Amobi, an intelligent and determined high school student, is looking for the perfect topic for her final year project. She chooses an infamously closed case that has haunted her small town for years – the controversial murder of the popular schoolgirl Andie Bell. Five years ago, Andie's boyfriend, Sal Singh, confessed to the crime before tragically taking his own life. The police considered it a closed case, and the town has since accepted the tragic narrative. However, as Pip delves deeper into the details, she begins to uncover startling inconsistencies and dangerous secrets that suggest the real killer might still be out there.

As Pip's investigation unfolds, she must navigate a web of deceit and hostility, all while trying to adhere to her school deadlines. Her probing questions and tenacious spirit put her on a collision course with someone who has stayed hidden in plain sight for half a decade. With every layer Pip unravels, the stakes get higher and the danger intensifies, leading to a high-stakes climax that will leave readers breathless.

This compelling thriller is perfect for fans of page-turning mysteries like One of Us Is Lying, Gone Girl, We Were Liars, and the TV show Riverdale. Jackson masterfully crafts a story filled with suspense, unexpected twists, and a heroine you can’t help but root for.

Holly Jackson began writing stories at a young age and finished her first novel at the tender age of fifteen. Based in London, she divides her time between writing, reading, playing video games, and watching true crime documentaries, where she hones her detective skills. A Good Girl's Guide to Murder is her debut novel, which has quickly become a phenomenon. Stay updated with Holly's latest work and insights by following her on Twitter and Instagram @HoJay92.

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A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson is praised as an intricately plotted and compulsively readable thriller. Reviewers appreciate its dark and clever twists, with some noting their hearts pounded and they were deeply engrossed, comparing it to the addictive quality of "Serial." The novel's ending is particularly lauded as pure genius, making it stand out in the YA mystery genre.

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ISBN: 9781405293181

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 May 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Electric Monkey

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 310g

Pages: 448

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About the Author

Holly Jackson is the international bestselling author of the YA crime series: A GOOD GIRL'S GUIDE TO MURDER, which has sold millions of copies and been adapted into a major television show. She is also the author of standalone thriller Five Survive, a New York Times bestseller. Follow Holly on TikTok @hojax92 and Instagram @hojay92

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