“A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” is not only one of the most popular series among readers and suspense fans, but it has now also become one of the most popular series on Netflix, thanks to its new television adaptation.
The show stars Emma Myers in the role of Pippa Fitz-Amobi, but she was not the only talented figure in the main cast, as she was also accompanied by Henry Ashton, Asha Banks, Raiko Gohara and Zain Iqbal.
The books on which the story is based are the work of Holly Jackson. Each of these has captured the attention of millions of young adult mystery followers. Here, check out what you need to know with a reading guide…
How many books does A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder have?
“A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” series consists of three books and a separate prequel, which tackle important themes such as justice, prejudice, morality and truth. The first one was one of the best sellers of 2019.
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Each of the books includes transcripts of interviews, notes, emails and text messages, allowing readers to feel like they are solving the mystery alongside Pippa Fitz-Amobi, who leads all the literary releases.
Unexpected twists and high-tension moments are abundant in this intense story created by Holly Jackson, the British author best known for this series of mystery novels for young adults.
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder books: Reading order
- A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder (2019)
- Good Girl, Bad Blood (2020)
- As Good As Dead (2021)
- Kill Joy (2021) | Complementary book that acts as a prequel to the main series.
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A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder books: Official synopsis
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder (2019)
Five years before the start of the book, the popular Andie Bell was murdered, and her boyfriend Sal Singh was accused of the crime before committing suicide. However, Pippa “Pip” Fitz-Amobi, a high school senior, is not convinced of Sal’s guilt.
As part of her final year project, she decides to investigate the case on her own. With the help of Sal’s brother, Ravi Singh, Pip discovers that there is much more to the story than meets the eye. Her investigation uncovers dark secrets and puts her own life in danger.
Good Girl, Bad Blood (2020)
After solving the murder of Andie Bell, Pip decides to leave her amateur detective career behind. However, when Jamie Reynolds, the brother of her friend Connor, goes missing and the police do nothing, Pip is forced to intervene once again.
Alongside Ravi, Pip follows a series of clues that lead her to uncover even darker and more dangerous secrets. Jamie’s disappearance becomes a puzzle that tests Pip’s skills and the safety of everyone around her.
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As Good As Dead (2021)
Pip is ready to leave her life of investigation behind and start college, but an unknown stalker has other plans. Anonymous threats and disturbing events begin to escalate, leading Pip to realize that someone is watching her.
Facing her biggest challenge yet, Pip must use all her skills to uncover who is behind the threats before it’s too late. The search for the truth turns into a fight for survival in this electrifying series finale.
Kill Joy (2021)
This book serves as a prequel to the main series and focuses on a night of mystery games at Pip’s house before the events of the first book. Through this experience, readers get the chance to learn more about Pip’s personality and her love for solving puzzles. The game night becomes an introduction to the logic and deductive skills that Pip uses in her future investigations.
