A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson

Who killed Andie Bell five years ago? Most people in town think it was her boyfriend, Sal Singh. But there was no arrest or trial because Sal was found dead a few days later - ruled a suicide. Or was it? Pippa decides to solve the murder and clear Sal's name as part of her senior project (not telling her teacher her true goal). She knew Sal when he was younger, and believes he was not a murderer. 

The problem is not everyone likes Pippa asking questions and snooping around. The people involved are not saints - some sell drugs and have assaulted people. One may even have had a relationship with teenager. The closer Pippa gets to the truth and the more she pushes people, the more danger she risks for herself and family. 

Pippa shares her findings (most of them, anyway) on a podcast which grows in popularity. The podcast adds to the tension as everyone knows who possible suspects are and learn of their questionable actions.  

I have read several teen suspense books recently - this is the best one so far. Pippa is a driven young woman who hesitates but never turns away from finding the truth. Her drive moves the story forward at a quick pace. Danger lurks in so many places with the reader never really knowing what the consequences will be. This is edge of your seat stuff. 

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