I went into this not knowing at all what to expect and came out loving it!

A solid YA thriller that doesn’t shy away from the mess and meanness that can be teens. I can’t say I loved the characters in a way that I was rooting for them but I loved how complex the characterization was. They feel like real teenagers!

There’s one element I wasn’t sure I was sold on but by the epilogue I only wanted more of this story.

Expertly narrated as well!

Thank you to Macmillan and NetGalley for ALC!

If you're into twisty, turny shows like 13 Reasons Why or Pretty Little Liars, you're gonna eat this book up. It's got that same addictive quality.

Basically, we dive right into a town reeling from the suicide of Emily, a 17 year old who dies on prom night. Right from the get go, you're like, "What happened?" Then, we meet the Thrashers – think super rich, popular kids, the kind everyone's obsessed with. And let me tell you, they're definitely hiding something.

This audiobook grabbed me from page minute one. It's a real rollercoaster, with all these unexpected twists and turns that kept me guessing until the very end. As a YA book, it totally nails that mix of drama, suspense, and teenage angst that the target audience will love.

Eva Kaminsky and Jesse Vilinsky were fantastic! Their narration really brought the characters to life. I did an immersion read, which is where you read along while listening to the audio, and honestly, it was such a great experience. I highly recommend it if you can!

Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio, Macmillan Young Listeners for an ALC of this audiobook. I voluntarily listened and gave an honest review.

Very glad to get an arc of this! It was a great book to listen to.
This had a very interesting premise though took about 50% of the book for me to feel actually engaged. The whole haunting aspect was fun but it took a while to get to. The characters were all stock and I couldn’t tell you the difference between two of the girls, Lucy and Paige (who I kept referring to as Olivia?). The friend group dynamic was a typical high school popular group, though I thought Jodi and Julian’s relationship was interesting (especially after the epilogue).
I think if this was set in college instead of high school, and was a new adult book instead, it would’ve been great!!! I would definitely read another book by Julie Soto

4.5 ⭐️

I loved the bulk of this book. I was on the edge of my seat wanting more and waiting for bombs to drop the entire time. The ending was “fine”. It wrapped up what was necessary and did its job to a point. I was mostly underwhelmed. Perhaps that is because the ending was all too realistic to the US’s justice system which tends to leave stones unturned.

The audiobook was a great listen/read. I really enjoyed it and through the narrator was fantastic. Highly recommend.

Thank you NetGalley, Julie Soto, and Macmillan audio for this audiobook ARC.

I'm a sucker for a premise that focuses on a group of popular kids being shrouded in controversy, with a mix of paranormal elements. It seems incredibly specific, and Julie Soto really knew how to speak to my soul. The Thrashers was a thrilling read with many turns as to what was happening.

I just LOVE Julie Soto. I found her through AO3 and now I can’t get enough of her writing.

That was fantastic. Not my usual genre but kept me guessing. Could not stop listening. The characters were so fun to hate. The epilogue 🤯

Very YA. One kiss. Mention of intimacy in the past. I would absolutely recommend this to a teen.

When the book started I was immediately hooked. I didn’t know what to really expect since I’ve only read Julie Soto romances but this was such a good mystery thriller. Like a mix of Veronica Mars with the weird mystical esthetics of Pretty Little Liars but instead with really good writing. There are charismatic characters and whispers of psychological issues and it makes you wonder whose narrative you believe.

The Thrashers are a group of friends that are known as the popular cool kids. They are basically rich kids being rich and cruel (or thrashed) when they are done with you. At least that is their reputation, whether it's true or not. Jodi Dillon is part of this group and the one that wonders what she brings to the friend group. She isn’t wealthy or super beautiful but she’s also the one who is kindest to Emily Mills who wants to become part of the Thrashers. The book starts off with Emily’s death and when her Journal is found, talk starts happening around the Thrasher's involvement in her death. The mystery is mixed with eerie supernatural elements that really add to the story and there are twists that I wasn’t expecting. Also bonus for a very slight sort of romance. I hope there is a second book.

The narration for this is top notch. It’s very immersive and well acted. Love how from the jump you are quickly invested. Eva Kaminsky and Jesse Vilinsky do a great job narrating the story.

Special thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for sharing this book with me in exchange for my honest review.

As someone who reads many thrillers and mysteries, I went through this book, feeling the tension and having the curiosity to figure out what was going on, but never truly being afraid. That is, until I read the last page. THAT was unsettling. WOW.

This suicide mystery started off with a bang, but ended with a fizzle. Trigger warning the very first thing that happens in this book is a suicide. At the side of the person who dies is left a notebook that says the thrasher. The thrasher happens to be a group of five students who are led by Zachary Thrasher. They’re more collection of friends than any type of organized group. For our wealthy one is not. It is well known that to be thrashed is to be brought into their group to experience the high life just to be burned out and left for ashes at the end. Well, that habit is coming back to bite them as one person killed themselves over being thrashed. Our main character Jody is the one character without money. She was Zachary Thrasher, best friends and second grade and so she gets to stay with the group. You can tell she has a thing for Zack even though for Zack, this is all platonic. When the story gets started, it’s a few months after the suicide a journal has been found and now all of the thrashers are under investigation for causing the suicide. What follows is both a forward and a backwards timeline of what did happen what’s happening now. We introduced to each of the quirks of the characters what makes them tick what makes them likely to have done something. And also what makes Jody different besides the money thing. This book was addicting. It was very easy to keep listening once it got started. For me the final wrap up in the last hour was kind of like that’s it but at the same time that’s kind of how life is. I do like the epilogue. There is a bit of a supernatural element wound throughout this book and you’re constantly wondering if this is supposed to be a sci-fi book or if the kids are just freaking out. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. If you are a fan of Karen McManus or Eli Lockhart, you would probably enjoy this book so pick it up and make up your mind.

This is 100% my favorite Julie Soto book to date and who would've guessed my favorite would be a YA paranormal mystery/thriller?

I was kept on the edge of my seat and completely gripped by this story!

The "Thrashers" are a group of five friends led by Zach Thrasher himself. Rounding out the group we have Paige, Lucy, Julian, and our protagonist Jodi. When one of their classmates commits suicide an incriminating journal is found that alleges the Thrashers bullied her and are responsible for her death. There is a lot more than meets the eye and a lot of underlying themes woven throughout this story.

Not one single person, including the victim, is entirely innocent or entirely guilty.

The more I learned, the more confused I became because this story is NOT cut or dry - there are secrets on top of secrets and an abundance of lies or half truths. You will second guess what you believe to be true multiple times and the paranormal aspect adds another layer to this already intriguing story!

I NEED Julie to confirm there is a sequel in the works because the epilogue opens this up to SO much more.

a hot new bombshell has entered the villa & it’s the thrashers! oh my god this was so so good. right off the bat, the prologue hooks you. i genuinely could not put this down - i read until my eyes were closing and the text looked like alien symbols & then i woke up early this morning to finish.

obsessed with a good ya thriller about rich, cliquey kids and julie soto delivered on that front. the mystery was very well done & i was genuinely scared reading this last night. even though i predicted a few things, it still kept me on my toes and left me needing to keep going.

the mix of supernatural/paranormal & real life mysteries was super fun to read about - it left me trusting no one’s judgement whatsoever and i loved it.

ALSO: there was an unexpected (but very welcome and VERY well done) relationship between two characters that had me actually screaming & pacing the room. ate it up and cleared the plate.

this is perfect for fans of karen mcmanus, holly jackson, and jessica goodman.

This was my first book by Soto, and wow, wow, wow! I listened to the audiobook; the story is full of excitement, lies, bullying, and backstabbing. There were so many twists that sometimes it was hard for me to keep up with who did what and why. I loved it, and the epilogue left me with the feeling that we haven't heard the last of the Thrashers. You will not want to miss this YA mystery.

Thank you, Macmillan Audio and NetGalley, for allowing me to listen to this audiobook!

This book was addictive. I could have devoured this book in one sitting if real life didn't get in the way. I quickly became invested in figuring out the truth behind the lies and secrets. But it was the paranormal touch that often gave me chills and had me occasionally glancing over my shoulder too. Jodi and her friends took different approaches to find themselves outside their identity in the "Thrashers" group, and it was interesting to see how that affected them as friends. Such a fun and thrilling read, and I am so excited to know there's a second one. Whether you loved high school or hated it, you're not going to want to put this one down!

🎧 Eva Kaminsky and Jesse Vilinsky did a wonderful job of bringing this story to life. I would highly suggest the audio for this one!

What you will find:
📝Drama, Drama, Drama
📱 YA Thriller
📝Paranormal Activity
📱 One of Us is Lying Vibes

well... this was a RIDE.

Twists. Turns. Reveals. Betrayals. Characters that you instantly connected with. I mean I was REALLY in my feels at multiple times throughout this story. Truly this YA thriller from Julie Soto had it all!

Pretty fast paced (did have a few lags at times (for me) but it always picked back up!) and just a really entertaining read!

Julie Soto’s The Thrashers is a gripping YA thriller that masterfully blends elite high school drama with dark, suspenseful mystery. This story is full of tension and keeps me on the edge of my seat. Julie crafts a narrative filled with morally gray characters, each hiding secrets that blur the lines between victim and villain.

The audiobook, narrated by Eva Kaminsky, enhances the eerie and suspenseful atmosphere, making every whispered secret and ominous revelation even more chilling. I especially love Jesse Vilinsky as the narrator for Emily, whose voice contrasts perfectly with Eva's, adding another layer of depth to the storytelling. With its expertly plotted twists, complex relationships, and an ending that will leave listeners and readers reeling,

The Thrashers is a must-listen for fans of One of Us Is Lying and Pretty Little Liars. This dark, fast-paced thriller will keep you hooked until the very last moment. Personally, I listened to the audiobook twice to catch all the clues and Easter eggs hidden throughout the story.

the way julie soto can write just about anything at this point and she never misses. the thrashers is a YA thriller that is quite through provoking and puts the high stakes drama in a unique perspective.

the narration was well done, however with so
many characters in this story it was at times hard to follow along with who exactly was talking with so much going on (since this is a single narration)

A group of rich kids are caught up in a trial after the death of a classmate who had always wanted to be one of them. Her dream of fitting in ended tragically, leaving everyone wondering if the Thrashers— as they call them —had something to do with it.

Even though this is a YA thriller, I think adults will totally get hooked too. It started off a bit slow for me, but I love seeing an author try something new with a different genre. Definitely gave me “Pretty Little Liars” vibes!

“You don’t have to like somebody to be kind to them.”

Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for providing an advanced audio copy 🤎

The Thrashers are the cool group in high school, lead by Zack Thrasher and including Julian, Lucy, Paige and Jodi. Emily, who desperately wanted to be a Thrasher, commits suicide, and the Thrashers are accused of bullying. Jodi has to decide whether to protect herself or her friends as they face legal consequences and eerie circumstances that make it seem like Emily is still with them.

This book had me hooked and on the edge of my seat. It is packed with teenage drama, spooky situations, and surprising twists. It gave me Pretty Little Liar meets A Good Girl's Guide to Murder vibes and I was here for it.

5 stars

3.5 stars [Liked it]

This was a very entertaining read, following a group of high school friends. I was expecting a lot more twists & turns but overall, it was enjoyable. The excellent narration of the audiobook made me want to keep listening.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for providing a free advanced copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

The audio was great to listen to as well. Eva Kaminsky and Jesse Vilinsky did a wonderful job. They were clear and easy to listen to, and I loved how easily they told the story. Great choices for narrators!

I was hooked from page one! This was so well written and kept me engaged the whole time. I was getting Pretty Little Liars vibes, and loved it.

From goodreads -
-Jodi Dillon was never meant to be one of them. Julian, Lucy, Paige, and the infamous Zack Thrasher are rich, sophisticated, and love attention. Jodi feels out of place, but Zack’s her childhood best friend, so she’s in.

Then Emily Mills, who desperately wanted to be a Thrasher, dies—and the whispers about the Thrashers begin. As Emily’s journal surfaces, detectives close in, and Jodi faces an impossible choice: betray her friends or protect herself.

But as eerie messages and strange occurrences escalate, it becomes clear—Emily isn’t done with them yet.-

I think the characters were very well written, and the plot flowed well. It was easy to digest and see where the story line was going. I did half way guess how it would end, but the last paragraph and epilogue THREW ME THROUGH A WALL. My jaw was on the floor with how this book ended.