A review by tytanmom23
My Murder Year by Kate Larkindale

dark emotional mysterious sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

My Murder Year by Kate Larkindale. This is a very emotional mystery that revolves around a 17 year old named Anastasia who goes by Stas. She lives with her mom and momma K who is her mom's partner. She rotates weekends with her dad so she and her brother Teddy stay with him every other weekend. Her best friend is Irena and like most 17 year olds they sneak out every now and then to go to a party. She can't get away with it at her moms but her dad's is a different story. When her Mom and Momma K's wedding coming up Stas can't find her mom and goes to look for her. She finds her mom alright but she's dead and she will never forget it. Not only is her mom dead but her dad is the key suspect. Now relatives Stas has never even met from Russia come to take her to live with them. Stas feels like her life has been turned upside down. I read this book so fast. I didn't want to put it down. Its such a great young adult/LGBTQ read. Its very emotional as well so be prepared.