A review by laplantec
Bad Girls Never Say Die by Jennifer Mathieu

3.0

Solid historical fiction with a feminist vibe, also a “Grease” element. Set in the early 1960s in Houston, a group of “bad girls” are the main characters, set against the “socs” (here, the “tea-sippers”), especially after one of the rich boys assaults Evie. Diane (the Sandy-type character) comes to Evie’s rescue but now they share a deadly secret. The strong female friendships and loyalty are the highlight of this book, along with the history lessons of what girl’s options were for their futures in this time period. Mathieu does a great job with the message that girls should believe each other, defend each other, stick together, and share their truths. Evie wants more out of life than a husband and children, and learns it’s better to be a “bad” girl who realizes her own potential and that loyal friends come from unlikely places.