3.5
i enjoy reading books from tess sharpe, and i was surprised to find out tgib was getting a sequel! this was a light read and i liked seeing the characters again

I absolutely loved “The Girls I’ve Been” so I was excited to read the sequel. It didn’t disappoint! Everything that made the first book a winner was here - great characters that I cared about, fast-paced action, plot twists, and a satisfying ending. I flew through this book and can’t wait to help publicize it closer to release day. Tess Sharpe has become an autobuy author for me! Thanks so much for the opportunity to read in advance!

I am absolutely biased but I loved The Girl in Question by Tess Sharpe. We got to dive deeper with all the characters I fell in love with from The Girls I've Been, and with great tension and stakes that kept me turning each page. I devoured this book in one setting and now immediately want to reread the first. I loved everything about it but especially the multi POVs!! It was so fun to get Iris's point of view. Tess Sharpe is already a fan author of mine but if you like snarky teens, beating up bad guys, and girls being underestimated just to use that to their advantage? Then this is perfect for you!

Big thanks to Tess for allowing me early access to TGiQ.

I thoroughly enjoyed this one more than I did TGIB. Nora, sweet sweet Nora, was such a badass and I love how she “corrupted” Iris. Iris’s badassery was top notch in this one.

Wes, though? Oh the poor baby. He didn’t deserve any of that.

Like, I get it, I do, but still. He didn’t deserve that.

And TURBO.

THE GOODEST GIRL.

Tess Sharpe excels at thrillers, excels at YA, excels non-linear fiction, excels at writing not only a compelling plot but strong, human, sometimes flawed characters that steal your heart.

Do you know those books that, while you’re reading it, instantly fills you with nostalgia about it ending? That was this book for me. It made me sad to look at the percentage increase on my Kindle because it meant I’d soon have to say goodbye.

I don’t want to say goodbye to Nora, Lee, Iris, and Wes. I don’t want to know that their story is over. But isn’t it so wonderful to read a book that causes that?

I’ll stop the sappiness here to jump to the facts: This book was so good and so dangerous for my heart health because I had severe heart attacks while reading it. If you think the stakes were high in the bank, imagine being in the middle of a forest with only so many flashlights and several dangerous people running after you.

There is a moment in this book that actually made me stare at the wall while reeling from severe whiplash. A moment that changed the stakes completely and that is meticulously drafted that I’m at awe at Tess Sharpe for accomplishing it. I never once saw it coming.

The additions of Iris and Wes’ POVs was a delightful touch and, as always, my favorite part was the non-linear storytelling. It makes these books phenomenal and makes you hold your breath reading quickly and rereading a few times.

Honestly, this is the kind of book that I’ll be thinking about for years, like I was for the first one, but for even longer this time. It is officially my favorite Tess Sharpe novel! I can’t wait to see what she does next because she’s a master at the thriller.

This is a must-read if you liked the first book and you’re guaranteed to love this even more. You really experience the thrill in thriller.

Read the last two parts with persecution music. Thank me later.

Thank you to Little Brown for Young Readers for the ARC to my most anticipated read of the year. And thank you to Tess Sharpe for writing these characters.

Thank you Netgalley and Little Brown Books for Young Readers for the ARC!

"The Girl in Question" by Tess Sharpe is an exhilarating sequel that continues the gripping narrative introduced in "The Girls I've Been." I definitely recommend re-reading the first book before going into this one as I found myself forgetting the names of some of the characters as the book as a decently sized cast of characters.

The story kicks off with a bang and maintains its intense pace, filled with unexpected twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. Tess Sharpe skillfully utilizes multiple points of view and timelines, creating a narrative that weaves seamlessly between past and present, ensuring a compelling and dynamic reading experience. I definitely was not expecting to get POVs from both Iris and Wes in addition to Nora throughout the book. I would consider this a happy surprise as I enjoyed reading their perspectives, especially Iris’s. The inclusion of the additional POVs is a definite improvement in this book as I found myself wanting to know more about Iris and her perspective in the first book.

The story is laced with surprises, especially due to the development of Iris and Wes that I was not expecting. With Nora, I enjoyed learning more about her perspective, especially with the flashbacks. I really like how the flashbacks to events first mentioned in the first book connected to the current events going on in “The Girl in Question.” There was a twist about halfway through the book that was completely unexpected, and I think this twist really helped elevate this book and made me even more invested in the story.

The main trio absolutely stole the spotlight with their complex dynamics. The familial bond they share and their unwavering loyalty to each other resonate deeply. Exploring their relationships and how they've evolved since the first book added depth to the story. Getting to know Amanda too was also a nice treat in this book. I was completely satisfied with the ending of the book, and I really appreciated the growth of Nora, Iris, and Wes. I will definitely be picking up this book again, especially when the movie comes out.

"The Girl in Question" is a must-read for those who enjoyed the first book, especially fans of suspenseful and character-driven narratives. Tess Sharpe delivers a compelling sequel that lives up to the high expectations set by its predecessor.

I wanted to like this book but it was so slow.

The premise was intriguing, but the way the author set her writing up - too many useless details, did nothing to move the story along.

Barely managed to finish it.

I went into this blind, not realizing it was a sequel. But I read it, and I'm glad I did. This book was so fast-paced, so thrilling, that I couldn't help but read. I love the dynamic between the characters and how they worked together to stop the bad guys. I also loved the flashback chapter bc they gave a much needed insight.
Definitely a must read if you read book one, but I say you can read it without book one if you want to.

I was so happy the other day when I saw that this would be on netgalley as a read now option for 24 hours, so I quickly made sure I got my hands on it while I could. The Girls I've Been is one of my favorite books and ever since I found out there was going to be a sequel I've been impatiently waiting for it to come out and I'm so happy I had the chance to read it now.

I'm not sure if I can put into words how much I love this book. The Girl in Question starts off with a bang and it never lets up. It's full of twists and turns and things I never saw coming (including one serious oh my god! moment). In true Tess Sharpe fashion she keeps you on your toes as she weaves the story through different POV's and timelines, taking you backward and forward as things start to come together.

But for me at the heart of this book is the characters. Just like in The Girls I've Been the main trio and their dynamics with each other is my favorite part. I love Iris and Nora and I love Wes and Nora and I love Iris and Wes and I love the three of them together. There's something about the way they are a family would do anything for each other that just gets me. And this book further explores the dynamics between all three of them and how they've changed since the first book. I also really enjoyed reading Iris and Wes' POV and being able to get into their heads a little bit more.

I don't think I'll be able to stop thinking about this book for a while. And I'm sure I will be re-reading this many times. I can't wait to get a physical copy and annotate it. Overall, this was a very satisfying conclusion to the duology that gives closure in the right places.

Thank you to netgalley for the e-ARC!

Breathtakingly fast-paced and tense. I was so, so happy to spend more time with the main characters from The Girls I've Been, and this sequel exceeded my expectations. I read it in 24 hours, choosing it over a good night's sleep - I couldn't pry myself away. This really needs to be a movie or better yet, a TV show. Vivid, full, and addictive.