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A queer YA psychological thriller from the author of Some Girls Do.

“Shocking, captivating, and utterly chilling. A delicious thriller that will have you tearing through pages to get to the end, where you won't be disappointed.” —Jessica Goodman, bestselling author of They Wish They Were Us and The Counselors…

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This is a book packed with amazing characters and powerful moments that left me gasping and braving paper cuts to turn the pages fast enough.

The bravery and wit these characters show is totally inspiring and had me hooked from page one. I loved how The Last Girls Standing explores what happens after the horror ends—how you carry fear with you no matter where you go until you find a way to slough it off.

It was a cathartic read that had me clenching my fists in excitement, and throwing the book right across the room once (you’ll know it…

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