Getting Away With Murder

Getting Away With Murder by Kathryn Foxfield is a dark, tense YA thriller that sneaks up on you and doesn’t let go.

The story follows a group of teens tied together by a terrible mistake—and the secret they’re desperate to keep buried. What really works here is the slow, gnawing tension. There aren’t nonstop twists or over-the-top moments; instead, the fear builds in quieter ways, through guilt, paranoia, and the constant worry that the truth is going to come out.

The characters feel real in an uncomfortable way. Their excuses, justifications, and bad decisions make sense in the moment, which is what makes the story so unsettling. You can see how one wrong choice spirals into something much worse, and Foxfield lets the consequences sit heavy rather than rushing past them.

Overall, Getting Away With Murder is a quick, gripping read that still packs a punch. It’s perfect if you like thrillers that focus more on psychology and moral gray areas than big shock moments—and it definitely lingers after you finish.