Five years ago student Andie Bell was murdered by Sal Singh, then Sal, consumed with guilt, killed himself. Everyone knows this, the police, the townsfolk, even Sal's family. One person, however, doesn't quite believe it, Pippa Fitz-Amobi is doing her EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) on the murder, despite the fact that everyone tells her it's not a good idea to snoop around where the police have already gone. To start, she's told not to contact the family of Sal Singh so what does she do? Immediately meet's Sal's brother for an interview. Once little pieces start to fall into place, Pippa realises that she's on to something, that things aren't what they seem in her idyllic little town. Unfortunately, this means that Pippa herself starts to get embroiled in the conspiracy, in that she becomes a target, putting herself and those she loves in danger. I really devoured this novel, as a huge Serial podcast fan, this novel hooked me from the start. Holly Jackson has created in Pippa a long-lasting and authentic detective character, a role model for teens and someone you'd want to have on your side if things went south. The novel is sprinkled with Pippa's notes, ideas and interviews. It's a glimpse into her genius brain and how it works. Pippa herself creates a "murder board" which she hides under her bed so her parents don't see it. It's a board filled with notes, pictures and string to connect everything together, I loved the idea of it and could picture it in my head. I also loved how those around Pippa think she's becoming a little too obsessed with the murder, with her school work falling behind, her relationships being strained and her own mental state fraying at the ends. A Good Girl's Guide to Murder is a top-notch murder mystery with amazing characters and twist after twist that will keep you guessing until the last page, I cannot wait to discuss this book with our students at Glenthorne High School!
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