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A review by booksthrilljessica
The Blonde Dies First by Joelle Wellington
3.0
This book offers an intriguing twist on the classic teen slasher storyline. Much like Scream, it breaks the fourth wall, challenging the reader’s expectations about the typical order in which teens are picked off based on their roles within the storyline. It draws readers in, making them part of both the horror and the reading experience.
The storyline felt somewhat disjointed to me. I was intrigued by the dynamics between the friends and how they’d have to come together to face the entity targeting them. And the mystery of uncovering the demonic force and discovering the identity of the one picking them off one by one pulled me in. However, I felt there was a lack of connection between these elements, which left me feeling lost at times. Overall it was a compelling story and I enjoyed the author's take on the teen slasher with a fantasy aspect.
*Thank you to Joelle Wellington, Simon and Schuster Children's Publishing | Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers and Netgalley for the copy. I am freely leaving my honest review.