A review by millhousethecat
The Thrashers by Julie Soto

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Zack Thrasher and Jodi Dillon have been friends since elementary school.

That’s the only reason she’s part of The Thrashers, the high school friend group people are just dying to be part of.

Maybe literally.

Zack, Julian, Lucy, and Paige are rich and attractive, privileged kids from powerful families. Jodi is none of these things.

What she has in common with the other members of the group is that everyone is in love with Zack. Mild mannered, polite, affable Zack.

So when Emily Mills tries to weasel her way in to the group, clearly crushing on Zack, everyone decides to “thrash” her - kick her out.

Except Emily dies…and strange things start happening.

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What did I just read??

What a wild ride! YA slow burn thriller done right, that’s what I read. 

It’s twisty and brave with supernatural elements, exploring high school and all of its inherent problems, including bullying, social hierarchies, betrayal, and toxic relationships.

So much was explored here, with a constant stream of discoveries and what the f moments that made it impossible to put down. The audiobook was fantastic.

This one will stress you out in the best ways, a book that will have you admins your friend. (It’s me! I’m your DM friend!)

Also, Julian, I can fix you. Call me.

Vibe check: Thirteen Reasons Why and I Know What You Did Last Summer