Books by Holly Jackson
Not Quite Dead Yet
by Holly Jackson
When Jet Mason, daughter of one of the wealthiest families in Vermont, is attacked and suffers a brain injury, she is told by her doctor that within a week, she will suffer a deadly aneurysm. With 7 days left to live, Jet decides to solve her own murder along with the help of her childhood friend Billy. Clever, funny and gripping, this thriller is full of plot twists and surprises.
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder
by Holly Jackson
***American Library Association Amazing Audiobook for Young Adults 2021***
“I think if any teenager hasn’t read anything in the mystery thriller genre, this book is a really good one to begin with. The characters start off just investigating, but then it becomes personal and their own lives end up in danger, so it’s quite exciting. It’s the first book in a series of three, and they’re all really good.” Read more...
Kathryn Foxfield, Children's Author
As Good as Dead
by Holly Jackson
Want to start at the beginning of the series? The first book is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder. It has been picked by YA thriller writer Kathryn Foxfield in our interview on The Best Thrillers for Teens, and by awards panellist and retired teacher-librarian Breege O’Brien in our interview on Great Teen Reads. The audio version has been selected as an Amazing Audiobook for Young Adults by the American Library Association.
The Good Girl’s Guide to Murder (book 3). Concluding volume in crime thriller trilogy with young protagonist Pip, who investigates some properly scary crime. Age 14+
Interviews where books by Holly Jackson were recommended
The Best Thrillers for Teens, recommended by Kathryn Foxfield
Thrillers for teens have to be fast paced, exciting and entertaining, argues Kathryn Foxfield, author of YA thriller Good Girls Die First. She recommends some of her favourite teen thrillers, from books published this year to classics of the genre.
Great Teen Reads from Ireland’s Great Reads Awards, recommended by Breege O'Brien
Every year teenagers in Ireland show their enthusiasm for reading quality young adult fiction by voting for their favourite new Irish and international novels. Great Reads Award panellist Breege O’Brien highlights her top teen reads from recent years’ shortlists.
The Best Beach Read Books of 2025
Looking for the perfect books to escape with whilst you’re on holiday? From thrillers to romances and fantasy to cottage core, these are our top page-turners.
