A review by talknerdybookblog
Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson

adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Representation: Indian-British Supporting Character, Lesbian Supporting Character, Indian-British Side Characters, Nigerian-British Side Character, Black Biracial Side Character

Mature Themes:

• Discussion of sex as it relates to the investigation (nothing descriptive)
• Sexual content between Pip and Ravi doesn't surpass kissing
• Teenagers drinking (note – drinking age is 18 in the UK)
• Drug abuse

Possible Triggers: Yes

• Depression
• PTSD
• Grief
• Gun violence
• Stalking
• Discussion of trolls including murder and r@pe threats
• Max is ruled not guilty regarding the r@pe charges
• Arson
• Catfishing

Ending:

The case is wrapped up. Pip seems to be in as good a place she could be considering the events of the book. However, it's evident she'll need to contend with PTSD and its effects on her mental health in the last book. Pip and Ravi are still together and have said ILY.