Tender Beasts

In this psychological thriller, a teen tries to find the real killer and clear her brother's name after a gruesome murder at their private school. With the death of their mother, Sunny is determined to fulfill her mother's dying wish and investigate the murder, but she soon discovers that her other siblings have their own dark secrets.

Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 28 March 2024
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

After a shocking murder rocks her prestigious private school, a teenage girl embarks on a thrilling quest to uncover the real killer and clear her brother's name in this captivating psychological thriller, reminiscent of the gripping novels "The Taking of Jake Livingston" and "Ace of Spades."

Sunny Behre, the eldest of four siblings, finds her once-idyllic life turned upside down after the untimely passing of her mother, the matriarch of the affluent Behre family. In her mother's final words, she leaves a cryptic note: "Take care of Dom." However, Sunny's relationship with her youngest brother, Dom, has always been distant and somewhat enigmatic, casting doubt on his innocence when he is charged with second-degree murder. Undeterred by the obstacles, Sunny resolves to fulfill her mother's dying wish and investigate the murder, driven by the urgency of discovering another lifeless body.

As Sunny delves deeper into the case, she uncovers the dark secrets hidden within her own family. Each sibling possesses their own hidden agenda, making her decision to protect her brother or uphold the family she has always loved a daunting task. As the stakes rise, Sunny realizes that she may have to choose between loyalty and justice, risking everything her mother has worked tirelessly to build.

With Dom by her side, Sunny navigates a treacherous path filled with lies, betrayal, and unexpected revelations. As they close in on the culprit, they face a moral dilemma that tests their loyalty and courage. The truth will ultimately reveal itself, and Sunny must confront the consequences of her actions and the secrets that have haunted her family for generations.

"Murder at Maplewood High" is a gripping tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats, exploring the depths of human emotions and the consequences of one's choices. It is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers who crave suspense, mystery, and complex character dynamics.

Weight: 572g
Dimension: 229 x 152 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781665903523