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Synopsis
Four years after a gruesome murder, a teenage girl discovers that some secrets refuse to stay buried, in this riveting mystery from a “thriller master” (Publishers Weekly). Rose was thrilled when Angelica Lofft invited her to spend the weekend at her family’s beautiful lake house. It had everything a girl could want: delicious treats, gorgeous horses, and an exquisite pool. But instead of a weekend of fun in the sun, someone ended up dead. Four years later, the police have reopened the case. This time they have Rose’s diary—her private, personal diary—and Rose will do anything to get it back, even if it means stealing a police car. But now that she’s destroyed the evidence, the police are convinced she saw something. And the longer Rose keeps her secrets, the more she risks losing everything . . .
Is Fatality appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This YA mystery involves a murder investigation reopening after four years, with the protagonist concealing information about what she witnessed. Contains references to death and police investigation but no graphic violence on-page.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, and guilt (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn into this suspenseful mystery about a girl desperate to hide what she knows about a murder at a lake house.