KILL JOY - Holly Jackson

“𝑷𝒊𝒑 𝒇𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕—𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆—𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒔𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒏. 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒘𝒉𝒚 𝒔𝒉𝒆 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒔𝒆𝒅 𝒈𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒑 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒋𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒔.”

Goodreads rating - 3.79/5 
My rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 

Genre - Mystery, YA

It whisks readers into a vibrant world where a seemingly innocent murder mystery party turns into a gripping adventure. Pippa Fitz-Amobi, initially unimpressed by the 1920s-themed festivities, is pulled into the heart of the game, where the lines between fiction and reality blur. Jackson’s storytelling shines as Pippa navigates the playful yet complex web of clues, uncovering secrets and surprises at every turn. The novel captures the excitement of a classic whodunit while grounding it in Pippa’s relatable struggle to find her place amidst the chaos.

Set against the charming backdrop of a transformed Little Kilton, *Kill Joy* is more than just a mystery; it’s a clever exploration of deception and self-discovery. Jackson’s attention to detail and knack for blending humor with suspense make for a captivating read. Pippa’s journey is both engaging and introspective, resonating with readers who appreciate a good mystery with a dash of emotional depth.