The Reappearance of Rachel Price

4.3/5


The story is about Bel, an 18-year-old dealing with her mother's disappearance sixteen years ago. The case was heavily covered in the media, affecting Bel's life greatly. But then a woman claiming to be Rachel suddenly reappears, making the entire thing questionable.

The beginning chapters move slowly as they set up the backstory, but Jackson skillfully creates an intriguing plot that quickly picks up pace. I can see all the comparisons to Gone Girl, and it makes sense as the book offers similar suspense and unpredictability, but with an edgier YA tone.

While the gripping plot shines, some readers may find Bel, the main character, less compelling than Pip from Jackson's previous A Good Girl's Guide to Murder series. Pip's investigative drive resonates more strongly with me. I'm so sorry for making this comparison