10th Book Review — We Made It to Double Digits! 🎉
Hey hey! Back with my tenth book review (how did we get here already?!), and this one’s a little extra — it’s a combo review of both the book and the series adaptation of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. Because seriously, when a mystery grabs me, I just can’t chill. 😅
The Book: Twisty, Smart & Surprisingly Addictive
From page one, I was hooked. The setup? Pip, a high school student, dives into an old murder case in her town for her senior project — only to discover that things are far messier than they seem. Honestly, I got some very confused looks reading this in public (the title does sound like “Crime 101”), but I didn’t care one bit.
What makes this book so immersive is its mixed-media style — texts, interviews, notes — that pull you into the investigation with Pip. She’s clever, persistent, and a total overthinker (relatable!), making her an engaging narrator to follow.
Yes, the middle dragged a bit — too many suspects and theories — but the ending? Chef’s kiss. Fast-paced, shocking, and completely worth the wait.
One quote that stuck with me:
"Everyone has secrets. It’s just a matter of finding out what they are." — Holly Jackson, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder
The Series: Visually Nice, Emotionally Meh
After finishing the book, I couldn’t resist watching the series. Visually, it’s sleek and stylish — definitely a binge-worthy watch. The pacing is tighter, which helps keep the momentum going.
But here’s the catch: if you’ve read the book, you’ll notice a big difference. Pip in the show doesn’t have the same sharpness or depth. Key scenes and emotional moments felt watered down. The tension and layers that made the book special were dialed back, making the series more surface-level.
So, if you’re new to the story, the show holds up as a decent mystery drama. But if you’ve read the book? No contest — the book wins every time.
Bonus: Series Progress Report 😅
I’m done with Good Girl, Bad Blood and currently reading As Good As Dead, the final book in the series. So stay tuned for — yes, you guessed it — another trilogy review coming your way soon! After years of starting and abandoning series, I’m actually finishing one — and honestly, I’m proud of this small win. 📚
Final Thoughts
If you love dark YA thrillers with smart plots, layered characters, and plenty of twists, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is a must-read. The book offers more tension, grit, and heart than the series can capture. The show is a fun bonus, but it can’t quite match the depth of the original.
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