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Violence
Some
Murder and accident deaths; YA thriller violence
Language
Some
Moderate language
Sexual Content
Some
Sexual assault as part of the backstory; handled with sensitivity
Substance Use
Some
Teen alcohol and drug use
Emotional Intensity
A lot
Psychological stress, family trauma, and the disturbing reality of what adults will do to protect their reputations
What this book is about
Monica investigates the deaths of five cheerleaders—including her own sister—from five years ago, uncovering uncomfortable truths about her town, her family, and what really happened during that terrible season in this gripping YA thriller.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Murder and death investigation including that of a sibling
Sexual assault as backstory element
Teen substance use
Family trauma and institutional cover-up
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