Lost Girl
by Holly Kammier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was the first book by Holly Kammier I have read. Readers have to keep in mind, that this is a Young Adult mystery novel and, as such, some older readers may find the format is not as expected. I enjoyed the book and felt it was an intriguing mix between mystery and romance.
Shelby Day is a 21 years old hopeful in the fast paced world of journalism. Her aspirations to make it big in the world of investigative journalism drive her actions. When a double murder of two young women happen in the sleepy little town she interns in, Shelby finds herself more than just professionally interested. Her investigation soon leads to her being targeted by the brutal killer herself.
This book is very clearly written to appeal to a younger audience, the characters are well developed and show complexity and relatable struggles of their own. This is not only a mystery story but also one that touches on personal growth and realtionships between the characters.
The author clearly researched the characteristics a young heroine would display in the 21st century and I must admit, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the author did not opt for the "obvious choice" when it comes to solving the mystery. It is well worth a read if you are looking for a quick, fun book.
Shelby Day is a 21 years old hopeful in the fast paced world of journalism. Her aspirations to make it big in the world of investigative journalism drive her actions. When a double murder of two young women happen in the sleepy little town she interns in, Shelby finds herself more than just professionally interested. Her investigation soon leads to her being targeted by the brutal killer herself.
This book is very clearly written to appeal to a younger audience, the characters are well developed and show complexity and relatable struggles of their own. This is not only a mystery story but also one that touches on personal growth and realtionships between the characters.
The author clearly researched the characteristics a young heroine would display in the 21st century and I must admit, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the author did not opt for the "obvious choice" when it comes to solving the mystery. It is well worth a read if you are looking for a quick, fun book.
