Overall, this is a fast-paced, action-packed YA mystery and psychological thriller that is perfect for those seeking a gripping page-turner with a twisty ending.

I don't know why I don't learn my lesson regarding YA stories. 99 times out of 100 the drama and actions of these young adults just hits me wrong and it's hard to make authentic and likeable characters. I don't know when I got to be such an old, cranky person when it comes to YA viewpoint, but that's where I am. So, back to this story. It was perfectly fine, twisty and a bit ominous. If you like this genre - YA combined with thriller aspects - you'll love it. For me, I'm just gonna go watch out my window so I can yell at the kids to get off my lawn.

This book was thrilling and the ending was excellent! The book takes place at the prestigious Morton Academy boarding school. All the girls want to be the Head Girl and all that comes with that title. That title also comes with a drawback, someone is killing the Head Girls. The private school setting is one that always gives a great creepy mysterious backdrop for drama and mystery.
This is a good YA mystery that was unpredictable and kept me guessing.

“There’s a sudden sense of wrongness in the air, it’s almost tangible. I can feel it.” This is pretty much how I felt right from the beginning. The author wastes no time placing the readers in the mind of a serial killer as students at the prestigious Morton Academy keeping meeting mysterious deaths. Just like the students in the book, the reader is left to wonder who is behind these horrific deaths.

Thrills and chills on every page as the students try to uncover the mystery of deaths that have plagued the school for decades. A wonderfully suspenseful novel that will keep you on edge until the end.

Unfortunately, this book just wasn’t for me. It read like the script of Riverdale, which was a horrible show. I think this is definitely tailored toward a tween age group.

I did not like this book. It felt like there was no point to it. I didn’t like the characters. I didn’t enjoy the writing. There were superfluous descriptions. The teenagers called each other “honey”. That probably bothered me the most. I thought the murderer was incredibly obvious the entire time but didn’t want to believe it would be that easy to figure out. The book was a quick, easy read, so that was good.

This book is definitely for the younger crowd.

It was quick read and kept you interest throughout.

As an older adult I found it a little more predictable but I think Middle Grade/YA readers will love it.

Will be recommending especially to those kiddos who are intimidated by larger books with insanely long chapters.

I love a good murder mystery! This one did start off slow, but around the 30% mark I was flying through. I had my initial suspicion and was pretty set on it being that most of the time. However, there were times where the author almost convinced me it was someone else.

The reason for the 3 stars was because it was really cheesy most of the time and I was correct from the start.

I feel like this has genre needs a little refreshing and this book was lost in the MANY that have the same premise

This captivating book kept me guessing from start to finish, blindsiding me with its unexpected twists. While it delves into familiar tropes of elite private schools—complete with drinking, parties, and secrecy—the storytelling is impressively executed.

I found myself deeply invested in the characters, intrigued by unanswered questions surrounding Liz's mysterious summer and the alarming number of student deaths at Morton Academy. The enigmatic Jewel and Bone society added an extra layer of intrigue.

Every time I thought I had pinpointed the killer, the plot threw me a curveball, keeping me second-guessing until the very end. It's a riveting mystery with just the right amount of romantic intrigue, making it a perfect read for young adult fans who enjoy a thrilling blend of mystery and romance.

Characters were terribly annoying that I did not care to finish the book. It's unfortunate since the summary sounded right up my alley.

I teach middle school and I often read a book before I put it on the shelf for my students to be safe. This one was excellent! It captivates and pulls you in from the start and I cant wait to share this with my students. I like to think they are a spooky bunch so anything I can find to encourage more reading, I definitely get them!

I enjoyed this book. Liz attends Morton Academy and looks forward to the college experience. After a head injury, she begins suffering excruciating headaches. The school has a not so secret Secret Society of Jewel and Bone. Add in deaths and you have a gripping mystery. Cole is the new guy and is interested in Liz. He wants to help her solve the mysteries but circumstances make sleuthing difficult. This is a great story and well written. Well done.

I was so disappointed by this book, I had so much hope for the plot, but it just felt so flat and lacked depth.

Thank you so much for this opportunity!


“ A high-school slasher with a lethal twist, perfect for fans of Holly Jackson!”

I saw this and said say less. And I’m so glad i gave it a shot, it was mind blowing. Obsessed!

Thank you for the ARC, I had high hopes for this book but it fell a bit flat for me in terms of prose and plot and I wasn't able to connect much with this

I cannot provide a rating for this book. Unfortunately it wasn’t my thing and I was not able to get into this book. I had to abandon it and DNF at 28%.

ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! I’m a little mad at myself for not seeing the end coming, but holy cow I’m so glad I didn’t. Genuinely one of the best thrillers I’ve read in a while.

I was originally drawn to this book because it’s described as a high school slasher.
I’m a huge slasher movie fan, so I was instantly curious!
Many commented that this was a good book for anyone who loves Holly Jackson’s work.

The book takes place in Morton Academy, which is a school for high achievers.

Everyone at the school wants to be head girl… no matter what it takes… even if it’s murder.

Several students band together to investigate the motive behind these murders.

This book is a combination of murder mystery, slasher, and thriller.

This was a fun, fast-paced YA thriller that I would put in my classroom library and recommend for students that like A Good Girl's Guide to Murder.