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Drop Dead Famous - by Jennifer Pearson (Hardcover)

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  • An investigation turns into an obsession when the younger sister of a slain pop starlet is determined to uncover her sister's killer, no matter what it costs, in this "tense and intricately plotted thriller...[that] achieves high marks across the board" (Publishers Weekly, starred review).
  • 8.2" x 5.8" Hardcover
  • 464 Pages
  • Young Adult Fiction, Thrillers & Suspense
  • Series Name: Drop Dead Famous

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An investigation turns into an obsession when the younger sister of a slain pop starlet is determined to uncover her sister's killer, no matter what it costs, in this "tense and intricately plotted thriller...[that] achieves high marks across the board" (Publishers Weekly, starred review).

When superstar Blair Baker is murdered moments before her triumphant homecoming concert, her younger sister, Stevie, knows she has one chance to find out who's responsible.

The thing is, Stevie's been here before, desperately searching for clues that might reveal who hurt someone she loves...but Stevie was younger then, just a kid. This time, she won't let the truth slip through her fingers.

What begins as a search for answers about Blair's death turns into a dangerous journey through the darker side of global fame. Soon, Stevie begins to uncover dark secrets closer to home--secrets that someone wants desperately to keep hidden. Is Stevie ready to confront what the truth reveals?



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"Comparisons to Taylor Swift will certainly keep teen Swifties and the like engaged."
--Booklist

"Engrossing and entertaining."
--Kirkus Reviews

"Pearson's YA debut sparkles with wit and heart, and its satisfying twists and reveals will keep you on the edge of your seat. With its layered, compelling characters and one of my new favorite YA detective duos, Drop Dead Famous stands out from the crowd. I can't wait to see what Pearson writes next."
--Kathryn Foxfield, author of Our Wicked Gifts

"With Drop Dead Famous, Jennifer Pearson has written a compelling and utterly unputdownable YA thriller. I raced through it because I had to know what happened, and the twists blew me away. Full of mystery and heart, with complex family dynamics, a fantastic friend duo determined to solve the crime no matter what it takes, and even a sprinkling of romance, this is a book for any YA thriller fan."
--Katherine Webber, author of Twin Crowns


A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection!

"Sharp, witty prose balances suspense with humor, as Stevie and Colby's banter provides levity amid the deadly stakes. The finale delivers a satisfying cascade of twists and revelations while centering grounding interpersonal moments surrounding Stevie's shifting friendships and simmering romance with a protective young police officer. The result--a credible, fast-paced whodunit with enticing characters--achieves high marks across the board."
--Publishers Weekly, starred review



About the Author



Jennifer Pearson is a former teacher and author who lives in the northeast of England with two energetic boys and her somewhat energetic husband. She's the author of several middle grade novels, writing as Jenny Pearson, and has been short-listed for the Costa Children's Book Award and the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, and was the winner of the Lollies (Laugh Out Loud Book Awards). When she's not writing, Jenny can either be found doing something sporty or binge-watching true crime documentaries while eating astounding quantities of cheese.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.8 Inches (W) x 1.8 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.1 Pounds
Number of Pages: 464
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
Sub-Genre: Thrillers & Suspense
Series Title: Drop Dead Famous
Publisher: Sarah Barley Books / Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Theme: Crime
Format: Hardcover
Author: Jennifer Pearson
Language: English
Street Date: May 5, 2026
TCIN: 1007263645
UPC: 9798347108510
Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-7183
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.8 inches length x 5.8 inches width x 8.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.1 pounds
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