Good Girl, Bad Blood
The Sequel to a Good Girl's Guide to Murder
Delacorte Press 2021
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 5.1 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
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Genre
Themes
- truth and justice
- loyalty and friendship
- secrets and lies
- grief and healing
- responsibility and ethics
- power of media and podcasts
- courage under pressure
- community and reputation
About this book
Pip Fitz-Amobi has sworn off sleuthing after her first big case, focusing instead on a true-crime podcast she makes with Ravi that’s suddenly gone viral. When a local teen she knows, Jamie Reynolds, goes missing and police seem slow to act, Pip is pulled back into investigating. Following digital clues, whispered secrets, and dangerous leads, she must decide how far she’ll go for the truth. Fast-paced and twisty, this sequel hooks teen readers who love true crime, podcasts, and high-stakes mysteries.
Setting: modern-day small town in England (Little Kilton)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Good Girl, Bad Blood right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Good Girl, Bad Blood. The reading level is AR 5.1, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include truth and justice, loyalty and friendship, secrets and lies.
How long does it take to read Good Girl, Bad Blood?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Good Girl, Bad Blood takes around 11h to finish. The book has 104,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Good Girl, Bad Blood have an AR quiz?
Yes — Good Girl, Bad Blood has an AR quiz available, worth 14 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Good Girl, Bad Blood?
Good Girl, Bad Blood has an AR reading level of 5.1, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.