Thank you to the author/publisher and Netgalley for a copy of this ARC.

I really loved this one and the characters. The storyline grabs you right away and it keeps you guessing on who did it til the end. I was actual wrong in my guess of the culprit which doesn't happen often for YA books. I think this one will be a popular book when it finally gets released to the public.

What truly stands out is how the story tackles serious themes like friendship, identity, and the pressure to fit in, all while maintaining a lighthearted tone. The plot is a wild ride, with clever twists that kept me guessing. The author’s unique blend of humor and mystery makes this a standout debut. I couldn’t help but root for this ragtag crew as they uncover secrets, challenge stereotypes, and, most importantly, learn to embrace who they are. A fantastic read for anyone who loves a good laugh with a side of sleuthing.

This book was geeatsuch a queer rich smart and pacey dark comedy. CL Montblanc debut novel kept me enraptured and left me wanting more.

A special thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Publishing Group for a ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a great and fun dark comedy, it had everything that I enjoyed about other high school dark comedies. The characters had that charm and care to them and I was wanting to know what was going to happen to them. CL Montblanc has that spark that I was hoping for and enjoyed the murder mystery overall.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this arc!!

I really enjoyed this book. More than I thought I would. I liked the characters! Great writing style and I liked the storyline. This book kept me guessing. I finished it in one sitting.

A solid story with likable characters, PRIDE OR DIE was a delightful twisty tale full of representation, real-life issues, and an attempted murder mystery. Throw in the typical teenage drama of crushes and miscommunication and it’s a relatable and entertaining read.

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for an ebook version of this novel. Opinions are my own.