I loved this book! I will definitely recommend it. Thanks so much to NetGalley and the publisher for the AR

4⭐️

After her ex-boyfriend was injured in a fire that she may or may not have started, Lauren O’Brien has moved across the country with her mother for her senior of high school. They’ve moved in with her mother’s long distance boyfriend and Lauren hopes that she can just keep her head down, play soccer, and make it to the end of the year. Unfortunately, she meets Robbie Crestmont first.

Brothers Robbie and Trevor Crestmont have a reputation: both of their ex-girlfriends have been killed and the whole town of Happy Valley suspects them. They’re also from a wealthy family that can bury any reports trying to blame them for these crimes. Lauren finds evidence that she believes points at Robbie being the killer, but in doing so she uncovers more secrets than what she bargained for.

I really enjoyed this one! I feel like a lot of time with YA mysteries, they fall into a cut and dry checklist of tropes to cover. And while this still did that to an extent, I feel like the characters were fleshed out enough to make it interesting. I liked how cliquey the soccer team was and how they immediately closed rank to the new girl. I also loved the anonymous Gossip Girl like instagram account.

There were some aspects that felt a little far fetched. Namely how checked out Lauren’s mom was even though she had just moved the across country to start over. And a high school heroin dealer. But even with those odd points, the twist was done nicely!

Thank you Netgalley and Henry Holt for providing this ARC to me!

This fast paced mystery thrilled was very enjoyable. I was defiantly on the edge of my seat as I read this one. I was impressed with Lundy's writing style. It definitely held my interest.

This feels like it will be a good mystery for the target audience, but I didn't get hooked by the beginning. I think the main character is set up as a likable teenager who partakes in more adult themed activities. This wasn't working for me, but if I can get a physical copy of this when it is released, I would add it to the library!

This was a super quick but eventful read. I could not put this down. I suspected the killer but how it played out was superb! I can't wait to read more by Trish Lundy.

Very enjoyable read. Thud ine grabbed my attention right away and didn't let up. Thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book

The One That Got Away with Murder by Trish Lundy is an outstanding debut YA thriller.
This book was the definition of unputdownable…. I kept saying "Just one more chapter" and yeah that never happened!
Trish Lundy weaves together an intricate and clever story with several twists and turns throughout. I genuinely was shocked by the end of this one and had never guessed the final twist. The characters she writes had depth and all felt real and true to their age.
The One That Got Away with Murder is full of relatable characters. It’s fast paced, exciting and leaves you wanting more.
I am already ready for Trish’s next book!

Thank You NetGalley and Macmillan Children's Publishing Group & Henry Holt and Co. for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

Trish Lundy's thrilling novel, "The One That Got Away with Murder," takes readers on a dark and suspenseful journey through the lives of the enigmatic Crestmont brothers, Robbie and Trevor. Set in the seemingly idyllic Happy Valley, this gripping tale explores the lengths to which wealth and privilege can shield individuals from the consequences of their actions. With a mysterious body count of their ex-girlfriends, the Crestmonts exude an air of invincibility, leaving the community to speculate about their guilt. Lundy expertly weaves an intricate web of secrets and intrigue, introducing us to Lauren O'Brian, the new girl in town. Despite her own troubled past, Lauren seeks a fresh start and finds herself entangled with Robbie Crestmont in a no-strings-attached relationship. However, as the plot thickens, Lauren discovers a shocking piece of evidence that may implicate Robbie in the string of mysterious deaths. The sense of danger and uncertainty intensifies as Lauren grapples with the question of whom she can trust. The small town grows increasingly unsettled when yet another death rocks the community. With each passing page, readers are left on the edge of their seats, pondering whether Lauren should sever ties with Robbie to protect herself or risk becoming another tragic victim. Lundy's skillful storytelling keeps readers captivated, drawing them deeper into the complex relationships and hidden secrets of the characters. The author deftly explores themes of power, privilege, and the lengths to which individuals will go to preserve their reputation. Through descriptive prose and well-developed characters, Lundy creates a palpable sense of tension and suspense that lingers throughout the narrative. "The One That Got Away with Murder" is a masterfully crafted thriller that will leave readers breathless until the final pages. Trish Lundy's ability to create a world where appearances deceive and danger lurks around every corner is truly commendable. This book serves as a reminder that beneath the veneer of wealth and privilege, even the most charming individuals may possess dark secrets that can have deadly consequences. In conclusion, "The One That Got Away with Murder" is a compelling and chilling tale that will keep readers engrossed from beginning to end. Trish Lundy showcases her prowess as a storyteller, expertly crafting a narrative packed with suspense, mystery, and unexpected twists. Brace yourself for a thrilling ride through the shadows of Happy Valley, where the line between trust and betrayal blurs and the truth is more elusive than ever.

The One That Got Away with Murder by Trish Lundy
Publisher: Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group
Pub Date: 16 Apr 2024

Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Lauren is running from her traumatic past. She finds out the new guy she has been casually hooking up with is suspected of killing his ex-girlfriend and his brother’s ex girlfriend mysteriously died of an overdose. The Crestmont brothers have a body count.

What’s the worst that could happen? Who really killed Jess and Victoria? Is Lauren next?

This turned out to be a quick read. I wish there had been more of a flow to this book. There were several times a chapter would end and I would scratch my head and wish for more information or explanation.

The mom and daughter angst really did come across clearly. I also enjoyed the soccer journey in this book.

The ending didn’t quite sell a motive for the killer. The “why” just wasn’t solid.

The One That Got Away with Murder is a fast-paced and addicting new Young Adult thriller! The novel opens with Lauren O'Brian, a girl with a dark past, who has started a casual sexual relationship with a boy named Robbie Cresmont in the summer before her senior year. Lauren and her mother have moved from California to Pennsylvania where Lauren can start fresh after a traumatic encounter, but the move has come with challenges of its own. She is not a fan of her mother's new soul mate and she quickly becomes embroiled in the drama and deceit of the local high school. Her relationship with Robbie is her escape, until she learns that both Robbie and his brother have girlfriends who have passed away and the local rumor is that "every girl the Cresmonts date winds up dead."

When Lauren finds herself isolated at a lake cabin with Robbie, she begins to realize the danger she faces. Clue to what may have happened to his former girlfriend Victoria emerge as does the fact that Robbie knows the sordid details of Lauren's past. This book is full of plot twists and turns that will keep its Young Adult audience guessing until the very last page!

Thank you to NetGalley for a free copy of the book in exchange for a fair review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to review this title.

Lauren is a girl with a dark past. When she and her mother move to Happy Valley, theyr'e both looking for a fresh start. Lauren quickly begins hooking up with Robbie Crestmore, a boy with a dark past of his own. Rumor is, his girlfriends die. And so do his brother's.

This was a fast pace read that was well balanced. I enjoyed the tension throughout and guessing what was happening. I really enjoyed trying to figure how who the bad guy was, and I was wrong! This book gets points for that alone.

A great story for those fans of twisty, turny, murder mysteries where you don't see the ending til it has you hanging over the railing by your feet!

Overall I ended up enjoying this book. It's a YA mystery, and it did take a while before I was interested and invested in the plot and the characters. The main character Lauren is the new girl in town, and she is troubled after what she did in her previous school relating to someone being killed. She starts a situationship with Robbie who is the rich boy in their school. She finds out that Robbie and his brother have ex-girlfriends who both died under suspicious circumstances and everything in town thinks they did it. Lauren starts investigating the murders, and there is so drama, drugs, romance, parties, and complex high school students. The main character is very troubled, she annoyed at times especially with how she talked with her mom who was trying to help. These are high school students so I expect them to act like that lol. The twist was a good one I had started to guess who the murder was, but the way it came about and was wrapped up was interesting. If you like YA murder mysteries with complex characters, you should read this. Thank you to the publisher for this arc.

A thrilling story that takes place in Happy Valley, Pennsylvania. Joining the soccer team as the new girl, Lauren finds herself as the outcast, but soon gets wrapped up in the death of a previous student. Leading to the answers everyone has been searching for.

Be careful who you fall for...

Robbie and Trevor Cresmont have a body count—the killer kind. Handsome and privileged, the Crestmont brothers' have enough wealth to ensure they’ll never be found guilty of any wrongdoing, even if all of Happy Valley believes they're behind the deaths of their ex-girlfriends.

A thriller that isn't predictable?? Sign me up!! With characters to love, relationships to question, and a twist to die for, this book can’t get out on the shelves soon enough!

The story begins with two troubled kids finding comfort in one another. Both have experienced recent tragedies that have consumed them, leading to massive upheavals in their lives. Lauren and her mom moved across the country to escape Lauren’s past and start fresh her senior year. She finds solace in Robbie, a young man haunted by his girlfriend’s death. His brother also lost his girlfriend under suspicious circumstances, so a lot of the book is figuring out if they did or did not play a part in those deaths. I have to say that I didn’t figure out the twist, which always makes me happy. It’s a solid YA read for older teens and worth your time. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

This was a good easy read. It kept me guessing, every time I thought I knew who was behind it something else would happen than would change my mind! I would definitely recommend this book if you’re looking for a good, quick, mystery!

I enjoyed The One that Got Away with Murder. This was a very well written debut novel by this author. The story flowed well and it was easy to follow. I really enjoyed the character development and enjoyed the representation showcased.

Well. Let me say Trish out did herself with this debut novel. I loved how fast paced this book was kept me on the edge of my seat the whole way through. The way when you're reading this book Trish keeps you guessing and guessing. Once you think you know who the killer is SIKE! you don't. I love how the plot twists came out of nowhere because I thought I had it in the beginning and then when I got to the end it was totally different and I adored that.

I am usually not a fan of YA thrillers but let me tell you, this blew me AWAY. The tension throughout was masterful and I did not guess a damn thing. I fear if I keep writing about this I will give everything away, so just trust me when I say to read it.