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Girl Forgotten

Girl Forgotten

Published in
2023
3.67
on Goodreads (2,276)

Description

Piper Gray starts a true-crime podcast investigating a seventeen-year-old cold case in this thrilling YA murder mystery by New York Times bestselling author April Henry.  Seventeen years ago, Layla Trello was murdered and her killer was never found. Enter true-crime fan Piper Gray, who is determined to reopen Layla’s case and get some answers. With the help of Jonas—who has a secret of his own—Piper starts a podcast investigating Layla’s murder. But as she digs deeper into the mysteries of the past, Piper begins receiving anonymous threats telling her to back off the investigation, or else. The killer is still out there, and Piper must uncover their identity before they silence her forever. 
Age
12-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
264 pages

Why to read

  • Engaging mystery that keeps readers guessing
  • Strong, relatable protagonist
  • Themes of courage and perseverance
  • Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving