5 Stars – A Gripping, Emotional, and Unforgettable Read

Good Girls Don’t Cry is one of the most emotionally intense entries in the Kane and Alton series, and D.K. Hood delivers once again with a masterfully crafted thriller that grips your heart from the first page to the last. As a reader, it’s impossible not to be deeply affected by the horror of the crimes—this time, the victims are innocent teenagers, making the stakes feel even more heartbreaking and real.

The suspense is relentless, and the fear is palpable as Jenna and Dave race against time to uncover the truth behind a missing prom limousine and a killer who is disturbingly methodical. Hood’s ability to weave a chilling mystery while respecting the emotional gravity of the victims is what sets this series apart. The scenes in the forest are haunting, and the parallels to a past case add a powerful layer of psychological tension.

But amid the darkness, there is light—and that’s what makes this story truly special. The evolving relationship between Jenna and Dave brings moments of warmth and hope. Seeing their bond deepen and their growing family brings an emotional balance to the grim case they’re investigating. It's a reminder that even in the face of unimaginable evil, love and resilience endure.

This book is not just a crime thriller—it’s an emotional journey that will leave you breathless, shaken, but ultimately uplifted. Absolutely deserving of 5 stars.

Thanks to Ms Hood, NetGalley, and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I could not put this book down! Tense, scary, breath-holding scenes kept me riveted to the pages! Sheriff Jenna and Deputy Kane rely on their team members to help them figure out the latest serial killer in Black Rock Falls. As they sift through the smallest amount of evidence, it is a race against time to solve the mystery and bring home the missing teens.

Ten teenagers go missing on their way to the prom in a Limo.
Sheriff Jenna Alton and her deputy Dave Kane discover bodies. Not all the teenagers have been found.

Gosh! Talk about a roller coaster ride of gruesome deaths and frantic searching! I could not put this book down. My favourite duo and their crack team, they do a good job of searching for clues and links to other murders.
My most unfavourite character, I must say, is Emily. I find her prickliness a little too much, and she wasn't at all grateful that her life was saved! I wish she would soften up a little. Yes, be independent, but not come across as a spoiled ingrate!

Looking forward to the next instalment. I highly recommend.
4.5 stars out of 5 from me.