This was a really weird one. Although I was really into it, it wasn’t actually thrilling. Like it told this weird ass story in such a laid back way. And it confused the hell out of me. When i explain this to my YA librarians I have no idea what I’m going to say lol It was a thriller, but not till like half of it was gone? Idk lol

I think the reason it was so weird was because of the characters. The main character was so prim and proper and a parent’s girlie. And her friend and her brother were both asshats. I’m not gonna lie, I thought everyone in this book was terrible. Literally none of them should have been by themselves because they were all childish af.

The plot was ok, but it was like an episode of Criminal Minds. I will say it took forever for something to happen. I was getting bored with them sitting in their basement. And I was disappointed that the ghost really had nothing to do with anything lol But when things finally got started, I gotta say, that shit was weird lol It did get predictable. If you’ve read enough thrillers or you watch Criminal Minds, one event will happen and you will know exactly whodunit.

I don’t want to say anything else about this so I don’t cause any spoilers, but Lordt. Just know that I liked it but I also hated it? I went through so many emotions reading this. But I was never scared, which was unfortunate. The writing style and the characters were terrible, but this wasn’t all bad. Definitely worth a read if you can ignore some of these things.


Real Rating 3.5

This is the perfect scary book if you aren't looking to be too scared. I was a little nervous going in that this book would make me scared to be alone at night, but it had the perfect amount of suspense.

I did feel like the book could have been about half as long as it is. It felt like it dragged on a bit, but that may have been because it took me a while to finish.

I listened to this as an audiobook and the narrator did an awesome job!

--I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.--

This was a really enjoyful YA thriller with loads of twists and turns that kept me engaged. I enjoyed the audio narration of this book. It had a great flow while some twists were predicatable they were still engaging. The writing was so descriptive so the story played like a movie as I listened. Overall, a really nice at times scary YA mystery.

I loved the mystery and thriller part of the story along with real life issues that a lot of teens and people go through. Plus the romance was cute. This was a fast quick read and I listened to the audio narration and really enjoyed it. But like all thrillers/Mystery's don't want to give anything away. Go into in blind and have fun on the ride of what's going on.


thank you NetGalley for this Audio Arc in exchange for my honest review.

I tried to get swept into this narrative, but unfortunately it didn't stick out to me. I DNF'd at 20%.

Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I wanted to like this book, but it took me a long time to pick it up several times to finish it. The pace was slow, especially in the first half. And I felt the plot was nothing special.
I liked the narrator.

Always the 'good girl,' perpetual people pleaser Jessa becomes the object of obsession to the unhinged boy next door with life or death consequences. Does she have what it takes to do what she must in order to save herself and her friends when they get kidnapped one frightful night? Good on audio, this was a face-paced entertaining read. Solid 3 stars for me for this latest by a new to me author. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early audio copy in exchange for my honest review!

Perfect Girl is your standard YA thriller. It was a fun, keep your attention popcorn thriller. Love the sleepover setting with friendship tensions while fighting for survival. The pacing was good, there were some good scary moments and the twists while predictable was engaging. Angie Kane was a smooth narrator that kept you captivated throughout the story.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ALC.

Thank you NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the ARC of this audiobook for my honest review

A nice thriller / mystery, it was interesting and I wanted to know what was happening. The writing seemed a bit jumpy at times, I was confused for a bit when it switched to the other girls POV but I got it, and the narrators words sometimes cut off before it felt like she finished the word. The characters were fun though, and the storm gave it a nice vibe, it was also a unique plot but I was hoping there was more to it. It was entertaining, not too special but if you want to pick up a thriller it’s a nice easy read.

I'll be publishing my review on Goodreads and StoryGraph 19th December and on Tik tok most likely will add to a monthly wrap up post with review the beginning of January

I got this as an audio arc on Netgalley and it has since come out. Yeah this was a solid interesting mystery with a fitting narrator that properly captured the flow of the book. I've read Banghart before and didn't disappoint again. Some twists I didn't see coming.

First I would say the narrator did so good bringing the story to life with her narration.

2.75⭐️
Jessa is a perfect girl. When a freak storm takes out the power during a sleepover with her group of friends at her creepy, old house, things starts to go south.
I found it quite difficult to get into the story. It's one of those books I went in just because of the cover. . Generally, I'm not a fan of YAs, though there are just a few I've liked over the year.
The story was very slow paced. It was kinda interesting at some parts and keep your interest, and there were a few parts that felt like two different stories cram together which was confusing. But i still finished.
I think this will be a nice movie. It gives that kinda vibe.

Thank you, NetGalley and DreamscapeMedia, for this audiobook.

Perfect Girl is just the book to read to get you out of a slump. Just when you think you have all of the twists straightened out another snag comes out of nowhere.
Perfect for fans of AGGGTM, this book sets straight just what it means to be perfect in the most imperfect ways.

This review has been posted to Goodreads and Storygraph on November 25th, 2024. Links provided.

Jessa has always prided herself on being the “perfect” girl - polite, obedient, and eager to meet everyone’s expectations. Though her friends tease her for being so strait-laced, she’s content with her role. But during a sleepover at her old, creepy (potentially haunted) house, a storm knocks out the power and chaos erupts. As tensions rise and unexpected guests arrive, Jessa discovers that a killer who is obsessed with perfection is targeting her. To survive the night and protect her friends, she’ll have to break free from the persona she’s always embraced - but can she?

Overall, I enjoyed this audiobook and it was a quick and easy listen. The narrator did an excellent job delivering an engaging and suspenseful experience, though the story has its flaws. The central plot, with the storm, Jessa’s friends, and Jessa not knowing who the real enemy could be, is full of tension and eerie moments that kept me hooked. The pacing is quick, and the story builds well, especially as the night unfolds with the teenagers alone in the house without power. However, there were times when the plot felt a bit predictable, and some of the character development could have been deeper. Still, the tension between Jessa’s need to survive and her struggle to break free from her perfect image kept things interesting. As someone who grew up (and sometimes still is) a protectionist and people-pleaser, I could understand Jessa’s point of view, even if there were times that I wanted to yell at her for some of her decisions. In the end, this young adult novel is a fast-paced, mildly unsettling read, perfect for anyone who enjoys a suspense thriller centered around high school students without too much gore (think Pretty Little Liars).

Thank you to Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to an audio ARC of Perfect Girl in return for my honest review.

This was a quick fun read! I could totally see this being a movie! This book felt like a pretty little liars season, it had it all, missing girls, creepy stalker, cute boys, complicated teenage girls, and no parental involvement!

The Perfect Girl by Tracy Banghart is a thrilling suspense novel that takes a dark turn on the classic slumber party scenario.
Jessa, a seemingly perfect girl who adheres to rules and expectations, is granted permission to have a sleepover at her creepy old family home. As a power outage plunges the house into darkness, a sinister figure emerges, targeting jessa and her friends, The night takes a terrifying turn as the killer's obsession with perfection becomes increasingly dangerous.

Perfect Girl by Tracy Banghart was a fun read. It wasn't amazing, but it was fine. The narration was good. The characters were just too frustrating.

Jessa defines perfection, while her brother Josh is the exact opposite. With a serial killer on the loose, their parents decide to let Jessa’s friends stay overnight while they go out for the evening. Josh and his best friend join them. However, when a storm causes a power outage, and someone appears to be lurking outside, Jessa's idea of perfection may not be enough to keep her alive.

This fast-paced popcorn thriller delivers some genuinely creepy vibes—you might want to avoid reading it at night! It’s the kind of book you can easily finish in one or two sittings. The atmosphere is immersive, with power outages and a looming storm creating a sense of claustrophobia. I don’t want to give too much away, but I loved the elements of a lurking stalker, “survive the night,” and the "final girl" trope. The story also includes a touch of the paranormal with ghosts (love Betty!) and a forbidden crush on the brother's best friend. And from one glass-wearing chick to another - Jessa, I understand your panic and frustration.

If you're a fan of audiobooks and need a popcorn thriller, this one's a must-add! Angie Kane is fantastic as Jessa, bringing depth to the character and heightening the tension. Her performance keeps you on the edge of your seat! Truly a voice actress!

What an amazing book with lovely talented narration! Perfect girl by Tracy banghart definitely caught my eye and kept it. With twists and turns that you never expect, this beautiful story will draw you in.

This book was quite captivating. It follows a group of teenagers who are left home alone for a sleepover while their parents are out of town. Initially, the gathering was supposed to be just the main character, Jessa, and her friends. However, her brother unexpectedly returns after his game is canceled, and his best friend—whose parents are having a conflict—joins the group as well. To add to the isolation, they live in a remote house, with the nearest store being over 20 minutes away.

As the night progresses, strange occurrences begin, and that’s when the suspense truly kicks in. At first, I found myself frustrated with Jessa, as I felt she wasn’t taking enough action. But then I reminded myself of how I might have reacted at that age. In hindsight, Jessa handled the situation well. In fact, if it weren’t for her quick thinking, neither she nor her friends would have made it out alive.

The writing was strong, and the inclusion of flashback chapters provided subtle foreshadowing. Although this technique helped me predict certain plot twists, it added an eerie atmosphere to the story, which I believe was the author’s intention. I also appreciated the romance woven into the narrative, as it captured the authenticity of teenage life.

The audiobook version was exceptionally well done, adding an extra layer to the experience. I particularly enjoyed the use of a full cast of narrators, each bringing the characters to life. The pacing was spot-on, and the voices matched the characters' ages, which is often overlooked in audiobook productions. The narrators’ performances truly enhanced the story, bringing out the emotions and tension in a way that made it even more immersive.

Overall, the story was suspenseful, well-crafted, and entertaining—definitely a thrilling read, especially when paired with such a skillful audiobook performance.

I had a hard time getting into this one, the main character's choices were just infuriating, like most of the situations they got themselves into could have been prevented if ANYONE had made good choices or used their brains. The characters weren't great, The plot was okay I liked some parts more than others and the ending was good I did rather enjoy it.

The audiobook was really great, I loved the narrator.