We've got ourselves a juicy murder mystery, folks, and it's all going down in the captivating, yet suffocating world of an elite New England prep school. Buckle up, because Lili Anolik's debut novel is about to take us on a ride that will leave us begging for more.
Our story kicks off with a bang, or rather, a murder. Nica Baker, a stunning and enigmatic sixteen-year-old, meets a tragic end, and it's up to us to unravel the secrets that surround her untimely demise. The authorities think they've got it all figured out - a lonely classmate with an unrequited love, a suicide note confession - case closed, right? Wrong!
Enter Nica's steadfast older sister, Grace. Unwilling to accept this neat little package of a solution, Grace drops out of college and returns home to Hartford, Connecticut. She takes a job at the prestigious and forward-thinking private high school that she herself recently graduated from. But this isn't just any average job for Grace, oh no. She's got one mission in mind - uncover the truth and make sure the real killer faces the music.
Prepare to be hooked, my friends, because Anolik's storytelling is absolutely addictive. It's like Marisha Pessl's Special Topic in Calamity Physics and Megan Abbott's Dare Me had a lovechild who inherited their verbal dexterity, haunting atmosphere, and hairpin plot twists. Seriously, once you start listening, you won't be able to tear yourself away.
Now, I know what you're thinking - how does this audiobook hold up? Well, I'll be honest with you, it ain't a perfect score. The audiobook rating comes in at a 2.8 out of 5. But hey, don't let that discourage you too much. With a duration of 11 hours and 45 minutes, there's still plenty of time to get lost in this murder-filled world.
So, grab your headphones, buckle up, and get ready to immerse yourself in a world where murder and glamour collide. With Lili Anolik's mesmerizing storytelling and the captivating narration of Eileen Stevens, this audiobook is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last word. Get ready for a wild ride, my friends. You won't want to miss it.