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Checked out
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Electric Monkey (2020), 432 pages
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Suspense. Thriller. Young Adult Fiction. HTML:THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES WITH OVER ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD �?� The highly anticipated sequel to the international bestseller, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder! More dark secrets are exposed in this addictive, true-crime fueled mystery. Pip is not a detective anymore. With the help of Ravi Singh, she released a true-crime podcast about the murder case they solved together last year. The podcast has gone viral, yet Pip insists her investigating days are behind her. But she will have to break that promise when someone she knows goes missing. Jamie Reynolds has disappeared, on the very same night the town hosted a memorial for the sixth-year anniversary of the deaths of Andie Bell and Sal Singh. The police won't do anything about it. And if they won't look for Jamie then Pip will, uncovering more of her town's dark secrets along the way... and this time everyone is listening. But will she find him before it's too la… (more)
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LibraryThing member HeatherLINC
Even though I didn't enjoy this novel quite as much as "A Good Girl's Guide to Murder," "Good Girl, Bad Blood" was still an enjoyable read. Although it had multimedia content and interview transcripts I think it needed more. In "A Good Girl's Guide to Murder" the various formats were a highlight.
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The ending was a bit of a let down but I will probably read the third book in the series when it is released.
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loved Pip and Ravi in the first book, but I didn't find them as appealing in this one. The humour between them was lacking but I thought they had a solid relationship. Pip made some rash decisions along the way although, thankfully, Ravi remained level-headed.The ending was a bit of a let down but I will probably read the third book in the series when it is released.
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LibraryThing member ShellyPYA
After solving the murder case together, Ravi Singh helped Pip create a podcast that soon went viral, but they both swear off sleuthing. When Jamie Reynolds goes missing on the sixth anniversary of the deaths of Andie Bell and Sal Singh, however, Pip feels it's too big of a coincidence to ignore.
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With the spotlight on her, can she still follow the clues and uncover even more sinister depths to her hometown? Show Less
LibraryThing member JRlibrary
Jason Reynolds, the older brother of one of Pip’s friends, goes missing. The Reynold’s family asks her to help and she agrees. The uncovering of clues is told to readers through recorded interviews, and it’s a very effective way to share necessary information. I enjoyed the way the mystery
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unfolds although I’m thinking, based on the ending, that there might be a third book. I hope there is! Show Less
LibraryThing member ftbooklover
Pip and Ravi have exonerated Ravi's brother, Sal, finally allowing for the town to let go of its hate and begin to heal. Pip thinks she can go back to the life that she was leading before her investigation rocked the town to its core, but she's made enemies. When Pip's friend, Connor, begs Pip to
Good Girl, Bad Blood includes many clues for Pip and Ravi to follow in their search for Jamie, but there are lots of people who don't want them to looking for him, creating much of the conflict. A layer of depth is added to this story over the first book in the series because we now see the impact Pip's investigation has had on her life and what it takes for her to become involved a second time. Much of the story is again told using case notes and also a blog that Pip establishes covering the outcome of the first case and the new one regarding Jamie's disappearance. A couple of minor complaints - it seems reasonable that once Pip had evidence to support the idea that Jamie is truly missing, the police would have stepped in and taken over the case. In addition, some of the twists that come at the end are foreshadowed a little too much, but overall, the many suspects and clues are woven into a compelling mystery.
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find his missing brother, Jamie, she is reluctant but can't turn her back when the police refuse to help. Meanwhile, Ravi is attending Max's trial daily and keeping Pip updated on the progress of the case. They all expect that the overwhelming amount of evidence and testimony will convict him.Good Girl, Bad Blood includes many clues for Pip and Ravi to follow in their search for Jamie, but there are lots of people who don't want them to looking for him, creating much of the conflict. A layer of depth is added to this story over the first book in the series because we now see the impact Pip's investigation has had on her life and what it takes for her to become involved a second time. Much of the story is again told using case notes and also a blog that Pip establishes covering the outcome of the first case and the new one regarding Jamie's disappearance. A couple of minor complaints - it seems reasonable that once Pip had evidence to support the idea that Jamie is truly missing, the police would have stepped in and taken over the case. In addition, some of the twists that come at the end are foreshadowed a little too much, but overall, the many suspects and clues are woven into a compelling mystery.
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LibraryThing member Eyejaybee
It is a few months on from the conclusion of Pippa Fitz-Amobi’s investigation that exposed the truth behind the disappearance and of Andie Bell and the apparent suicide of her boyfriend Sal in the small Buckinghamshire town of Kilton. Following the stress and danger that arose from that
However, her exposure of the failings of the police investigation, and the clearing of Sal’s name, have garnered a lot of attention for Pippa. Her podcast about the affair has attracted a wide following, although it has also exposed her to the viciousness of internet trolls. She is, therefore, reluctant when a friend asks her to help to find out what has happened to his elder brother, who seems to have gone missing. As the missing person is an adult, the police show little interest in investigating the apparent disappearance at this early stage. He has, after all, had a couple of temporary absences in the past. Pippa sees how concerned her friend is, and agrees to use her podcast to put the message out about the disappearance, and gradually becomes drawn back into a full investigation.
As with the previous book, Holly Jackson presents this story excellently, capturing the feel of a podcast, and slipping in all sorts of nots and documents in between chapters. Like A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, this book has been marketed as a young adult story, but I found it perfectly satisfying reading it as an adult with a long history of reading hard bitten crime novels. After all, while the writing is highly accessible, Jackson doesn’t pull back from addressing serious issues, and the story includes references to kidnapping, murder, sexual assault and rape, and gun crime, along with recounted episodes from a trial of a character from the previous book who was prosecuted for date rap.
Once again, a very entertaining book, that has left me keen to read the next instalment in the series.
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investigation, Pippa has sworn to steer clear of any similar activities, and now wants just to concentrate on her schoolwork and try to secure a place at Cambridge University.However, her exposure of the failings of the police investigation, and the clearing of Sal’s name, have garnered a lot of attention for Pippa. Her podcast about the affair has attracted a wide following, although it has also exposed her to the viciousness of internet trolls. She is, therefore, reluctant when a friend asks her to help to find out what has happened to his elder brother, who seems to have gone missing. As the missing person is an adult, the police show little interest in investigating the apparent disappearance at this early stage. He has, after all, had a couple of temporary absences in the past. Pippa sees how concerned her friend is, and agrees to use her podcast to put the message out about the disappearance, and gradually becomes drawn back into a full investigation.
As with the previous book, Holly Jackson presents this story excellently, capturing the feel of a podcast, and slipping in all sorts of nots and documents in between chapters. Like A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, this book has been marketed as a young adult story, but I found it perfectly satisfying reading it as an adult with a long history of reading hard bitten crime novels. After all, while the writing is highly accessible, Jackson doesn’t pull back from addressing serious issues, and the story includes references to kidnapping, murder, sexual assault and rape, and gun crime, along with recounted episodes from a trial of a character from the previous book who was prosecuted for date rap.
Once again, a very entertaining book, that has left me keen to read the next instalment in the series.
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LibraryThing member ktreads22
As always, a fast, easy and enjoyable read. A lot less Nancy Drew this time because it spends a lot of time tackling Pip's deteriorating mental health and this book gives the most realistic description I've ever read of what shock is like and how PTSD affects people.
Once I finally had the time to
Another thing I like about these books as a whole is the formatting of the books. Breaking down chapters into normal narrative, podcast scripts, news articles, and even evidence pictures makes reading the book so refreshing. It doesn't bog you down with possible red herrings, because Pip is always to the point, and I love that about her.
Again, anyone who grew up reading Nancy Drew/Hardy Boys, this is the modern equivalent for older teens and young adults. Even people in their 20s can enjoy it. Pip's experiences with stress, dealing with the after effects of injustice, and honestly just a plain good mystery makes this book series good for all ages.
Once I finally had the time to
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pick this one up and focus on it, I read it in two nights. I love the storytelling, and the characters seem as realistic as a teen mystery can be. I'm constantly shocked that once I actually pick up this book, its so fast-paced that I'm unable to put it down.Another thing I like about these books as a whole is the formatting of the books. Breaking down chapters into normal narrative, podcast scripts, news articles, and even evidence pictures makes reading the book so refreshing. It doesn't bog you down with possible red herrings, because Pip is always to the point, and I love that about her.
Again, anyone who grew up reading Nancy Drew/Hardy Boys, this is the modern equivalent for older teens and young adults. Even people in their 20s can enjoy it. Pip's experiences with stress, dealing with the after effects of injustice, and honestly just a plain good mystery makes this book series good for all ages.
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LibraryThing member Micareads
After solving the murder of Andie Bell and Sal Singh, Pip has sworn off investigating crime. She realizes that she lost herself in the previous case and has sworn never to do that again. She has a successful podcast and Max Hastings is on trial for multiple rapes.
Pip and Rav attend the memorial
As the days go on and Jamie remains missing, Pip and Rav start to realize that there is one name that keeps popping up…Layla, a catfish who appears to be looking for a very specific person based on the men she has connected with. As Pip gets closer and closer to discovering who Layla is, she knows that she is closer to finding Jamie. With the help of Rav and Conner, Pip discovers Layla's identity in a dark clearing where everything seems to go wrong.
The follow-up to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder is fantastically done. With threads of the original story sewn into this wonderful new plot line, it was a book that was well worth my reading time. Jackson's books are always quick reads despite the size of them. I found myself getting involved in the storyline and wondering what would happen next. I am very much looking forward to the final book in this trilogy.
Pip and Rav attend the memorial
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for Andie and Sal and finally heal with their community. When Pip returns home, Connor Reynolds appears on her doorstep begging for her investigative help - his brother Jamie has gone missing and the police will not help. She says that she will go to the police and see if she can use her influence to implore the police to take his disappearance seriously. When it doesn't work she agrees to help the family as they truly believe that something has happened to Jamie and he has not just disappeared.As the days go on and Jamie remains missing, Pip and Rav start to realize that there is one name that keeps popping up…Layla, a catfish who appears to be looking for a very specific person based on the men she has connected with. As Pip gets closer and closer to discovering who Layla is, she knows that she is closer to finding Jamie. With the help of Rav and Conner, Pip discovers Layla's identity in a dark clearing where everything seems to go wrong.
The follow-up to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder is fantastically done. With threads of the original story sewn into this wonderful new plot line, it was a book that was well worth my reading time. Jackson's books are always quick reads despite the size of them. I found myself getting involved in the storyline and wondering what would happen next. I am very much looking forward to the final book in this trilogy.
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LibraryThing member tuusannuuska
A pretty good detective story. Points for the multi-media aspects. No matter what, though, I'll never get over the implausibility of teenagers solving crimes when the dumb adults with their dumb priorities do nothing to help. Would have probably loved this as a fifteen-year-old, though.
LibraryThing member Mav-n-Libby
Very fast read, but it wasn't as good as the first one. Still some good twists but I did figure out the ending before it happened. But I'm definitely going to read the 3rd one in the series! I would still recommend it.
LibraryThing member kmartin802
This story begins very soon after THE GOOD GIRL'S GUIDE TO MURDER. It would be beneficial but not essential to read that story first.
Pip and Ravi Singh solved a murder case the previous year and created a podcast about it. The story uncovered a bunch of secrets in Pip's small town and almost got
However, when a good friend's older brother goes missing and the police aren't doing anything about it, Pip feels like she has to get involved. Her investigation uncovers more secrets and tests her to the limit. She and Ravi are busy making podcasts about one of the people uncovered in the earlier investigation who is on trial as a serial rapist. But it looks like season two is going to be about the disappearance of Jamie Reynolds.
The story details the investigation to try to find Jamie and uses all of today's social media to try to help find him. It also details the way Pip changes as she buries herself in another investigation. I enjoyed the investigation. I liked the relationship between Pip and her friends.
This was a hard story to put down until I found out whether Jamie was located and why he went missing.
Pip and Ravi Singh solved a murder case the previous year and created a podcast about it. The story uncovered a bunch of secrets in Pip's small town and almost got
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her killed. She has agreed with her parents not to get involved in another murder investigation for her own health and safety.However, when a good friend's older brother goes missing and the police aren't doing anything about it, Pip feels like she has to get involved. Her investigation uncovers more secrets and tests her to the limit. She and Ravi are busy making podcasts about one of the people uncovered in the earlier investigation who is on trial as a serial rapist. But it looks like season two is going to be about the disappearance of Jamie Reynolds.
The story details the investigation to try to find Jamie and uses all of today's social media to try to help find him. It also details the way Pip changes as she buries herself in another investigation. I enjoyed the investigation. I liked the relationship between Pip and her friends.
This was a hard story to put down until I found out whether Jamie was located and why he went missing.
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LibraryThing member SheriAWilkinson
Good Girl, Bad Blood (A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, #2) By Holly Jackson
Pip starts a true crime podcast, vowing not to do any more investigating . When she learns that Jamie Reynolds is missing and the police are doing nothing, she breaks that promise.
With the help of Ravi, they begin the search
Moving at a fast pace with a likable female lead. Many suspects, secrets and surprises kept me guessing until the end.
Overall I enjoyed Good Girl, Bad Blood and look forward to the next book in this series. Perfect for Young Adult as well as Adult readers. I highly recommend to those who enjoy a great who-done-it.
Pip starts a true crime podcast, vowing not to do any more investigating . When she learns that Jamie Reynolds is missing and the police are doing nothing, she breaks that promise.
With the help of Ravi, they begin the search
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for answers and (hope) finding Jamie. But this town hold secrets, and some people do not want the truth to come out.Moving at a fast pace with a likable female lead. Many suspects, secrets and surprises kept me guessing until the end.
Overall I enjoyed Good Girl, Bad Blood and look forward to the next book in this series. Perfect for Young Adult as well as Adult readers. I highly recommend to those who enjoy a great who-done-it.
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LibraryThing member BarnesBookshelf
In movies, the sequels often don't live up to the first. Thank God that isn't the case with books, especially this one.
It took me a while to get back into the world and remember who everyone was, but once the mystery started, I couldn't stop.
I had accidentally spoiled myself that something big
I need to get the third one, STAT!
It took me a while to get back into the world and remember who everyone was, but once the mystery started, I couldn't stop.
I had accidentally spoiled myself that something big
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was going to happen by starting to read the synopsis of the third book, so I spent the whole book waiting for the shoe to drop. I was not expecting the twist though.I need to get the third one, STAT!
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LibraryThing member LibrarianRyan
This sequel does not suffer from the second book slump. It gives you a mystery and it just keeps on going. Pip is winding up her first podcast for the mystery Sal’s brother and Addie. There’s been a little bit of backlash on the podcast because well, it’s the Internet. But now her friend,
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Connor’s brother, is missing, the police won’t search for him. Pip is the only person who can help. This book continues the ideas and the characters that from the first book and is a new mystery to solve. This mystery has a few twists and turns that one is not going to expect. It is well written, and it’s fun to read. Do you like a mystery or a thriller? Pick up book but, but first read book one because you will need it. Also, make sure you have book 3 on hold because you’re going to want it. Show Less
Awards
Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing (Nominee — 2021)
YA Book Prize (Shortlist — 2021)
This Mystery is Amazing! (#5 — 2023)
Project LIT Book Selection (Young Adult — 2022)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2020-04-30
Physical description
432 p.; 7.8 inches
ISBN
1405297751 / 9781405297752
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