Girls Who Burn BY MK Pagano

In Jessica Goodman's gripping thriller, "Last Summer at the Ravine," eighteen-year-old Addie Blackwood is haunted by the death of her sister, Fiona, whose fatal fall last summer she believes was no accident. Convinced that Fiona was pushed, Addie points the finger at Thatcher Montgomery, a wealthy neighbor with a history of obsession with her sister.

When Thatcher is found dead under similar circumstances in the ravine, Addie's assumptions are shattered. Now, teaming up with Thatcher's cousin and her childhood rival, Seth Montgomery, Addie embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth. Their alliance, born out of necessity, is fraught with tension as they navigate through a web of corruption involving both the police and Seth's influential family.

As Addie and Seth delve deeper into the mystery, their shared investigation not only brings them closer to the chilling truth but also unexpectedly draws them emotionally closer. However, amidst the escalating danger, Addie must confront her conflicted feelings for Seth and the looming threat that she might be the killer's next target.

Goodman skillfully weaves together elements of suspense, romance, and betrayal, keeping readers on edge with each twist and turn. The novel explores themes of privilege, secrets, and the lengths people will go to protect their own, while painting a compelling portrait of Addie's quest for justice and closure amid personal turmoil.

"Last Summer at the Ravine" promises a riveting ride through deception and danger, where the line between ally and adversary blurs, and survival hinges on unraveling the darkest of truths.