I’m still sitting with my thoughts on this one because my toxic trait is comparing every book holly jackson writes to AGGGTM - and that’s super unfair (also, I’m still a little salty about that conclusion iykyk 🫠)

this was a great young adult thriller, however!! it was fast paced and full of unlikable characters, and I had to keep reminding myself that these characters were not real because I was getting so heated 😶

the plot twists, while exciting, were not as shocking as I was anticipating - in fact, based on my past thriller experience, I guessed every single twist, including the ending 🫣 but that’s a me problem 

it was definitely an enjoyable read, but it wasn’t one of my ultimate favorites. I would loved to see more POVs and less of bel’s bias on the situation! and the way it all wrapped up so neatly felt disjointed based on the gravity of the situation

thank you to netgalley and delacorte press for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review!

rating: 3 stars
wine pairing: burgundy red blend