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Mysteries Unveiled: A Rave Review of 'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

  • Writer: Bookish Ozzy
    Bookish Ozzy
  • Aug 28, 2023
  • 2 min read

“Real men wear floral when trespassing” agreed Ravi, agreed.


The case is closed. Five years ago, schoolgirl Andie Bell was murdered by Sal Singh. The police know he did it. Everyone in town knows he did it.

But having grown up in the same small town that was consumed by the murder, Pippa Fitz-Amobi isn't so sure. When she chooses the case as the topic for her final year project, she starts to uncover secrets that someone in town desperately wants to stay hidden. And if the real killer is still out there, how far will they go to keep Pip from the truth?


"A Good Girl's Guide to Murder" stands as an intriguing young adult mystery crafted by Holly Jackson, ensuring suspense lingers till the final page. The narrative shadows Pippa Fitz-Amobi, an adolescent protagonist driven to unravel the truth behind Andie Bell's demise, a year after the popular schoolgirl's supposed suicide. Pippa defies the official verdict and embarks on exposing concealed truths surrounding Andie's circle.

From the outset, the book captivates. Pippa emerges as an exceptional character, embodying intelligence, resourcefulness, and unyielding

resolve. Tracking her journey into Andie's demise, one remains in constant conjecture about the potential culprit. The plot maintains a well-calibrated tempo, brimming with anticipation through its twists and turns.


The setting, meticulously depicted, bestows further fascination. Pippa's residence in a quaint English village receives vibrant life through the author's deft descriptions. Streets, homes, and people vividly come to mind, enriching the reading experience.


In totality, "A Good Girl's Guide to Murder" emerges as a superb YA mystery. With its masterful composition, suspenseful disposition, and compelling ensemble of characters, it's a genre piece deserving of high praise. My fervent endorsement stems from various aspects:


  • Characters, multi-faceted and meticulously fleshed out, anchor the tale. Pippa's evolution remains enthralling, while other portrayals are equally nuanced, provoking a spectrum of emotions.

  • The plot's labyrinthine nature imbues constant suspense. Unraveling the identity of the perpetrator remains a persistent puzzle, with the trajectory evading predictability.

  • The ambiance, teetering between atmospheric and eerie, engulfs the reader. Pippa's village springs to life, replicating her apprehension and trepidation while delving into Andie's demise.

  • Jackson's prose exhibits sharpness and wit, particularly evident in the dialogues that intermittently provoke laughter.


In quest of a YA mystery that clings till the very end, "A Good Girl's Guide to Murder" is an unequivocal recommendation. Prepare for an exhilarating reading experience!

 
 
 

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