Book reviews by Alicia Webster
Circle of Liars by Kate Francis
Circle of Liars is a nail-biting thriller of confessions, guilt, and friendship. With dramatic twists and turns, and a swiftly increasing number of sniper victims, the truth about the fire, the students’ guilt from that day, and their true colours will be exposed.
What Happens Online by Nathanael Lessore
What Happens Online is a heart-warming read that combines high school drama with video game chats. It offers a realistic portrayal of the stresses of being a teenager, includes gamer lingo, and features a fight-back against bullies.
Under a Fire-Red Sky by Geraldine McCaughrean
Under a Fire-Red Sky is an emotional adventure that blends a coming-of-age tale with WWII historical fiction, reminiscent of The Famous Five. There is childhood romance, powerful friendship, and a very scruffy mutt.
The Wilderness of Girls by Madeline Claire Franklin
The Wilderness of Girls is a dark, emotional journey through anxiety, depression, and sisterhood. Though heart breaking at times, this novel is a powerful portrayal of female strength and resilience.
Where Shadows Meet by Patrice Caldwell
Where Shadows Meet is a beautifully written quest novel that seamlessly blends LGBTQ+ romance with rich fantasy world-building. It will appeal to fans of The Vampire Diaries and Netflix’s Beautiful Creatures.
Ultimate Football Heroes 2025 by Matt & Tom Oldfield, Emily Stead, John Murray & Seth Burkett
Ultimate Football Heroes 2025 is a fast-paced, easy read that blends football statistics with witty commentary.
Let’s Split Up by Bill Wood
Let’s Split Up is a fast-paced, twisty read that blends a high school LGBTQ romance with a classic ‘whodunit’, reminiscent of Scooby-Doo and his gang. Let’s Split Up will appeal to fans of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder and Netflix’s Sabrina.
