Jennifer Pearson is a former teacher and author who lives in the northeast of England with two energetic boys and her somewhat energetic husband. She’s the author of several middle grade novels, writing as Jenny Pearson, and has been short-listed for the Costa Children’s Book Award and the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, and was the winner of the Lollies (Laugh Out Loud Book Awards). When she’s not writing, Jenny can either be found doing something sporty or binge-watching true crime documentaries while eating astounding quantities of cheese.
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A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection!
“From its propulsive opening when the crime is discovered, this thriller grabs readers and does not let go . . . This twisty novel will keep readers guessing until the end and is an excellent choice for any library where YA mysteries or thrillers are popular.”
—SLJ, starred review
“Sharp, witty . . . The finale delivers a satisfying cascade of twists and revelations while centering grounding interpersonal moments surrounding Stevie’s shifting friendships and simmering romance with a protective young police officer. The result—a credible, fast-paced whodunit with enticing characters—achieves high marks across the board.”
—Publishers Weekly, starred review
“Engrossing and entertaining.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“The fast pace and . . . comparisons to Taylor Swift will certainly keep teen Swifties and the like engaged.”
—Booklist
“Pearson’s YA debut sparkles with wit and heart, and its satisfying twists and reveals will keep you on the edge of your seat. With its layered, compelling characters and one of my new favorite YA detective duos, Drop Dead Famous stands out from the crowd. I can’t wait to see what Pearson writes next.”
—Kathryn Foxfield, author of Our Wicked Gifts
“With Drop Dead Famous, Jennifer Pearson has written a compelling and utterly unputdownable YA thriller. I raced through it because I had to know what happened, and the twists blew me away. Full of mystery and heart, with complex family dynamics, a fantastic friend duo determined to solve the crime no matter what it takes, and even a sprinkling of romance, this is a book for any YA thriller fan.”
—Katherine Webber, co-author of Twin Crowns
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