This book kept me up until 2AM, I could not put it down. I saw a lot of people had problems with some of the plot points such as 'Why did Charlie want to kill her all of a sudden?' but he was a narcissist, he needed control and he could feel her pulling away and distancing herself, he was losing control. I don't know if you've watched any Unsolved Mysteries/Forensic Files, but women have been killed by their husbands for less. Next, I saw people complain that they said they couldn't take DNA to the police, but then threatened Sherry with taking the DNA to the police, however it was just that a threat, a calculated risk in order to convince Sherry to leave and they guessed she would, and she did.

I didn't guess the plot or the major twists although I had feelings there was more, but I was very shocked at the turn of event and from about 65%-70% I was hooked and couldn't put the book down and was so happy! This is my 3rd Holly Jackson book, and I was NOT disappointed.

This book was everything I wanted from a mystery. Holly Jackson, once again, took me on a twisty ride full of sharp turns and jaw dropping reveals. I was hooked from the first page and I was continually shocked and on the edge of my seat all the way through. This book is perfect for all mystery, true crime, and documentary lovers. 10/10 recommend!

3⭐️

Bel’s mom reappears 16 years after going missing, which coincidentally coincides with the same time that a documentary is breeding filmed about her disappearance. Bel’s entire world is flipped upside down, and she questions everything about the circumstances of her mother’s return.

This book was just okay, and I didn’t really feel all that interested in it until the end. A lot of what happened is confusing and doesn’t make a ton of sense. Bel’s teen angst is also a lot to get through, and I skipped around a lot to avoid it.

I loved a good girls guide to murder, so when i saw this I was so excited. And it did not disappoint!!! I was pulled into this story instantly and all i could do was to read and see if I could guess what was going on. And boy was I wrong. I had to quit reading many times and go back to make sure I wasn't missing anything. I ended up staying up way late so I could finish.
Bel's mom one day just disappears, leaving her in the backseat for a stranger to find. Now she's 18 and participating in a documentary about he mystery. But then she shows up and nothing is what you think. Bel is suspicious of Rachel, and Rachel is sketchy but what do you expect.
This was such a great read and I am still thinking of this books days later.

I would agree with Holly Jackson that this is her best book yet. I enjoyed a Good Girl's Guide to Murder (at least the first book in the series), but the Reappearance of Rachel Price takes what worked there and makes it sharper. In some ways, it feels tonally like it picked up where AGGGTM left off -- Bel's prickliness and single-minded commitment to her family feels similar to Pip's actions and mindset at the end of AGGGTM. While AGGGTM also played on the idea of evil hidden amongst those closest to us and the reopening of an older/cold case, I appreciated that the Reappearance of Rachel Price felt tighter, more concentrated on the mystery driving the book, showing clear restraint in the way the romance subplot was handled, still driving part of the plot but not taking it over.

I am a big fan of Holly Jackson. She does a great job keeping the reader interested. I was constantly switching out theories in my head. I enjoyed how it ended and it was not predictable.

What a trip this book was. It took me a while to get into, which is kind of funny, considering the sheer amount of stuff that happens in the beginning. The premise of the book is fabulous, and the overall plot is great. Some of the characters and the slow beginning made it harder to read quickly, but in the end, I enjoyed the twists and turns that Holly had waiting for me.

I definitely wasn't expecting the truth of what happened, which is always a good thing when it comes to mystery/suspense books.

Whether I would recommend this one is a little iffy for me. It really was too slow for me in the beginning, but was the ending enough to make up for it? I'm not sure.

Overall, an enjoyable read though. If you like mystery and twisty plots, you might enjoy this one, but be warned that you might have to persevere for a bit to get there.

Bel is so precious to me! The plot and storyline was extremely intriguing and I feel very engrossed in the book when I was reading it. It explored themes like family and trauma, and I think that it was written beautifully!

The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson is a twist-filled & captivating mystery. I have been such a fan of Holly Jackson so I was so excited to read this. If you loved their A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder series, I recommend giving this one a shot. Their trademark thrilling writing style is ever present & I enjoyed reading this.

The Reappearance of Rachel Price Is great for fans of…
🎬 Mystery
🎬 Twists & Turns
🎬 True Crime Documentary

I love this author’s writing style. This is the type of book that reminds me why I love the genre of mystery. I love when I am surprised & can’t quite figure out what is going to happen. This book had that. I don’t want to give anything away so I will keep this vague!

If you haven’t read a Holly Jackson, book yet, I highly recommend remedying that soon! I cannot wait to see what this author writes next!

Massive thanks to NetGalley & Delacorte for the gifted copy, which I voluntarily read & reviewed.

Holly Jackson is one of the most popular authors in our library! We will be purchasing a few copies, because we can't keep them,on the shelves. This is a fast-paced murder mystery that keeps readers engaged.

Anything by Holly Jackson is a must read and this one was no different. I kind of had it pegged early on, not the whole thing, but a good chunk of the who-dun-it. Writing is good, quick, easy to read. A real page turner in my opinion. I do have a few questions for the author about how the girl reacts to her mother coming home. Why not a hug or tears, or even any questions for her mother? It was just a lot of tiptoeing around the entire reappearance. But overall, great read right to the very end!

This was an absolutely wild YA thriller from Holly Jackson. Do not take anything at face value as you read this one!

Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced digital copy.

Thank you to NetGalley and Delacorte Press for the e-ARC of THE REAPPEARANCE OF RACHEL PRICE.

Well, Holly Jackson did it again. Another YA thriller/mystery that will have you scratching your head. Jam packed with morally gray characters, familial trauma, and excellent storytelling, THE REAPPEARANCE OF RACHEL PRICE will have you gripping the book as tight as the clock ticks down, down, down…

Rachel Price has been missing for 16 years. Bel Price, just 2 at the time of her mother’s disappearance, was the only witness, but she doesn’t remember anything and she just wants everyone to move on with their lives. Her mom is gone. That’s all.

However, the world will not let the disappearance of Rachel Price escape them. A true crime documentary team approaches the Price family, hoping to uncover something that could respark the cold case and perhaps find themselves some fame along the way. The family agrees, despite Bel’s reluctance.

As they’re filming, Rachel Price comes home.

Bel is skeptical of her mom’s sudden reappearance and is determined to prove that her mom is dead and gone and the woman standing before her is not really her mom, but some psychopath who is her exact twin in looks. But instead, Bel finds herself in the middle of a years long mystery, and she does not know who to trust anymore.

Miss Jackson, please, for the love of god and all that is holy, give your main characters a break. Poor things are traumatized. I absolutely loved this book, but holy cow your main characters really GO THROUGH IT. But to this effect, it’s an effective way to make unreliable but solid narrators. To quote someone I met indirectly at a drag show, “my trauma makes me interesting.”
Bel’s skepticism makes her a convincing yet unreliable main character, very common in Holly Jackson books. She is cynical, tired, and just wants to move on, but once ensnared by the mystery of her mother’s reappearance, she holds it and will not let go, like Pip with the Andie Bell case and subsequent events in the A GOOD GIRL’S GUIDE TO MURDER series.

This tense slowburn kept me entertained, goosebumps appearing on my arms whenever something slightly off putting was happening. Jackson knows how to keep an audience guessing, and this book is evidence of that. The twists and turns were darker than I originally expected, but then I thought back to AS GOOD AS DEAD, and yet still I think it was still darker than that twist. It was an emotional gut-punch, yet the tension remained even after the last page. It kept me wondering and wanting more, but the end was satisfying as it was, I was just craving more books like this one.

For any mystery/thriller fans, this one's for you.

Holly Jackson kills it again! She really does mix emotion and murder every time. The way I was chanting "He did it!!" by the end because I was so engrossed.

"The Reappearance of Rachel Price" is a gripping mystery with a unique twist. The idea of a missing person reappearing years later is explored in a way that's both suspenseful and thought-provoking. Bel, the daughter grappling with her mother's return, is a relatable protagonist, and the true crime documentary element adds a layer of intrigue. This is a must-read for fans of twisty thrillers and anyone who enjoys a good family mystery.

I absolutely loved this book! It’s about a young woman that has lived alone with her father since her mother disappeared when she was a toddler. Everyone in town knows the story - her father finally allows a documentary to be made of the story, due to his need for money. While the story is being filmed, her mother reappears!!! 👀

Many thanks to Netgalley and Random House Children's | Delacorte Press for gifting me this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

If you are a Good Girls Guide to Murder fan then you will find this pretty similar. Perfect for teens. It's a thriller but probably not as "thrilling" as her other work. Although I figured out early on who I thought was keeping her, I just had no clue about the specifics so was pretty shocked about how the mystery of her disappearance panned out. Well written and full of plot twists.

I really liked this book. It just took me a little while to finish as I have a lot of responsibilities. This book was the perfect amount of spooky and mysterious. I love Holly Jackson’s work and will continue to read from her in the future.

I've read one previous book by Holly Jackson and unfortunately couldn't get into it. I always love giving authors another chance because you never know. The Reappearance of Rachel Price did not disappoint! It was such a great thriller/mystery. I love that it starts off with the family making a documentary about what happened to Rachel Price. Then all of a sudden she ends up reappearing, what perfect timing! I was so invested in this story. Can I trust Rachel or is there more to what she's letting on? It was just twist after turn. I was hooked! I couldn't wait to find out the truth. I was completely shocked. I really highly recommend this one, you will not be disappointed. I really look forward to reading more from Holly Jackson. This was a good one.

Classic Holly Jackson for those familiar with her work. For new-to-the-author folks, I'd describe it as a young-adult mystery with some edge. Interesting unresolved mystery angles and a main character that gets more likeable as the book goes on.