The Girls Are Good

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By Ilaria Bernardini

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In The Girls Are Good by Ilaria Bernardini, the narrative dives into the intense world of elite gymnastics, where young athletes are pushed to their limits. The tension escalates when the disappearance of a star gymnast unveils a web of secrets and competition. Driven by the pressures of ambition and youth, the story is steeped in mystery and psychological twists.
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The Girls Are Good

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COMPETITION. PERFECTION. DESTRUCTION.

‘A tight, frightening story of friendship, rivalry and obsession, told in sparse and beautiful prose’ — Abigail Dean, author of Girl A

‘Brilliantly observed, beautifully written – it’s quite simply unforgettable’ — Alex Michaelides, author of The Silent Patient and The Maidens

A DANGEROUS OBSESSION
Martina wants to be the best gymnast in the world. But so does everyone around her.

A TOURNAMENT WITH A DIFFERENCE
During one week of intense competition, Martina and her teammates are tested to the limit, and any sign of weakness can quickly spell the end.

A MURDER IN THE NIGHT
By the end of the week, one of the gymnasts will be dead. Every girl will do anything to win…but at what cost?

‘Compelling, harrowing, and ultimately devastating – it’s quite simply unforgettable.’ — Alex Michaelides, author of The Patient

‘A tight, frightening story of friendship, rivalry and obsession.’ — Abigail Dean, Sunday Times bestselling author of Girl A

‘Brutal and brilliant – I read it in one sitting.’ — Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange

‘A glimpse into a wonderfully dangerous, screwed up world. I couldn’t put it down.’ — Cesca Major, author of The Other Girl

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The Girls Are Good by Ilaria Bernardini is praised for its vivid and haunting depiction of the high-stakes world of elite gymnastics. Critics describe it as gripping and tense, with beautifully written prose that captures the emotional and physical toll on young athletes. The novel's exploration of themes such as competition, friendship, and obsession is seen as both compelling and harrowing, leaving a lasting impact on readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008503086

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 224

Collections

Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Ilaria Bernardini Literary Fiction Psychological Thriller Running & Athletics Sports

About the Author

Ilaria Bernardini was born in Milan and is an author and scriptwriter. Her novel Faremo Foresta was longlisted for Italy's prestigious Strega Prize and she has created TV shows including Ginnaste and Ballerini (MTV) and has written for Ciak, Tutto Musica, Linus, Rolling Stone, Amica, Vanity Fair and GQ. The Girls Are Good is based on her novel Corpo Libero which subsequently morphed into a cult reality show. This story was inspired by Ilaria's exclusive behind-the-scenes exposure to the controversies that have gripped the world of gymnastics over the past decade. The book has already been optioned by Indigo productions along with All 3Media (the company behind Fleabag) for an eight-part TV series.