This was an enjoyable and easy read. The story is fairly straightforward and reminiscent of other books I’ve read, featuring a podcaster investigating an old case and uncovering various twists along the way. I liked the main character, Brooke, as well as the small-town setting. The ending was solid, but overall, the book didn’t offer anything particularly unique or standout.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy of Prom Queen by Laura Wolfe in exchange for my honest review and opinion. I REALLY REALLY liked this book. I was unable to put it down from the moment I read the first page. Intriguing, suspenseful and full of twists and turns. Great book!

I thoroughly enjoyed this thriller and couldn't put it down. Told through past & present we learn whether the death of the prom queen 2p years ago was suicide or murder. Fantastic read

I read another book by Laura Wolfe and loved it so I gave this a try: unfortunately I was quite disappointed. It felt dull, a story full that seemed to drag on without plot twists (there's only one at the very end of the book), full of details that lead nowhere.

I had fun reading it, but I wasn't impressed.
I would like to thank the publisher for this book.
Thank you so much

Interesting plot, great setup with a good premise: freshly named prom queen Bailey had jumped from a bridge the night of the prom. Now all her classmates are adults and it is time to look back at the mystery, especially when the nosy true crime podcaster Hannah is in town, hoping for some dark secrets to reveal. Can former best friend Brooke, who had been abandoned by Bailey for more glitzy crowd of mean girls, find out what really happened that fateful night?

School mysteries and sleuthing in the past are my favourite trope, so I was very hopeful. But while the setup is great, as I have said, the execution is weak. The motives and the work with them is uneven; persons involved are very gullible and trusting to every word they hear without any reasonable doubt; the characters are one-dimensional. The last chapters bring a resolution that is quite weak in the terms of the absence of the real motive and the last chapter offers very unrealistic "plot twist".

A murder mystery that swaps to and from different times. My absolute favourite. This is written well and will keep you reading. I took this on holiday and read it in one day. The prologue sets the scene and the culprit seems obvious…..till you read the next chapter. Strong 4 stars.

I feel torn when it comes to this book. There were parts I loved and parts I really did not, so I feel I have to give a middling rating.
I loved the mystery element. I read a lot of mysteries and enjoy when I don't know what's coming. I love not knowing whodunnit or why. This book did keep me guessing right up until the end and I didn't see it coming
I disliked the characters though. The podcaster Hannah was the worst. Every single Hannah I've ever met has been an absolute delight. She brought shame to the name. I can't fathom why more people didn't tell her they'd sue her if she included them in her podcast. The rest of the characters were very one dimensional
I loved the switch between current day and 2003. It really was a great way of gently revealing more information
I disliked the way that the characters didn't seem to have matured during the time between the flashback and current day. I'm the same age as these characters and they definitely did not feel like peers
The epilogue felt like it was taken from a different book but I'd have enjoyed more of that kind of content
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review

I've read a couple of books by this author and couldn't get into the other but this was a thrilling read with good tension. I didn't see the twist coming at all.

I definitely enjoyed this book, Prom Queen by Laura Wolfe has being one of my favorites books I have read this far, the first chapter definitely pulled me in, there was not a single chapter that bore me, it is super easy to read, and this story is fast paced, it had a lot of mystery and who done it, this is a book I would recommend and that it is worth to re read many times.

Thank you so much to Netgalley and the publisher for so graciously providing me qirh this e-ARC! I am very thankful and once read will update this review placeholder with my thoughts and also review on my Social medias.

A great book which kept me gripped throughout! It drew me in straight away & I was totally hooked & couldn't put it down until I was finished!

i LOVE a good mystery-thriller, so this was definitely something i couldn't put down; that being said, the writing was definitely lackluster. it felt very one dimensional: "this happened, then that happened, then she said this and then he said that". plot was fun, characters were greats, i just love a good mystery!

From the moment I saw the cover for Prom Queen I just had to read it. I mean that cover and title I just love it! And I am happy to report that I loved the book to. New author for me and I sure as hell wasn’t disappointed.

I was totally hooked from start to finish when we meet Brooke who returns to her hometown 20 years after her best friend was crowned Prom Queen and officially dyed from a tragic death. But Brooke is on a mission to find out what really happened to her friend.

Building the story upon layer by layer with chapters alternating between the past and present. Be prepared to be taken on a rollercoaster ride that will have you racing to the end for one shocking ending.

Prom Queen is what a psychological thriller is all about. It is full of twists and turns and characters I didn’t know who to trust. I loved everything about it and love that I have round a new author to read.

This is without a doubt a 5 star read. Grab yourself a copy on the link below.

Massive thank you to Noelle at Bookouture for inviting me to take part on this blog tour.

I enjoyed this book, the chapters were short and snappy and it kept in line with the characters over the time periods.

Enjoyed this book

Twenty years ago, prom queen Bailey was found dead by the train tracks. Officially, it was ruled as an accident despite the whole town thinking something fishy was happening. When her former best friend Brooke returns to the small town of Cove Haven to sell her mother’s house, she’s bombarded by a podcaster who is attempting to find out the truth behind Bailey’s passing. Not only is Brooke a suspect, but so is everyone else.

This was such a fun and quick YA suspenseful thriller. The small town vibes in this book were spot on, and it felt like a true whodunnit. I also really enjoyed the human aspects of this story. As a reader, you definitely got a peek behind the curtain on how Bailey’s passing affected everyone in the town. Every character seemed to have some kind of secret, and it kept the story moving along. This was a great popcorn thriller, and I would definitely pick up another book from this author!

Pretty entertaining book, but definitely not the best I've ever read. I enjoyed it but there were multiple, personal issues I had with parts of the story. I would say it's just okay.

I love that the thrills started right from the beginning of the book. This was a YA thriller that was full of suspense. I enjoyed the fast pace of the storyline, and I found myself very invested in the podcast. I love thrillers that feature podcasts, and this one didn't disappoint. I was hooked, and found myself fully invested in the characters. I was so anxious to know what happened and who the murderer was. I wasn't sure who or what to believe. There were a lot of twists and turns, and the dual timelines between the past and present was very well written.

Thank you NetGalley and Tantor Audio for the ALC in exchange for my honest review.

Loved this book- such a page turner based upon a woman returning to her home town where an old tragedy lingers from her prom night when the prom queen and her best friend died- it seemingly is looking like murder and with all others in the area moving on with their lives who was responsible? Great story loved it

**Review of "Prom Queen" by Laura Wolfe**

Laura Wolfe's "Prom Queen" is a gripping young adult thriller that effectively captures the high stakes and intense emotions of high school life. Wolfe masterfully builds suspense around a prom night that promises more than just dance and romance, cleverly weaving a tale of mystery and intrigue that keeps the reader guessing until the very end.

The strengths of the novel lie in its robust character development and the vivid portrayal of teenage dynamics. Wolfe’s characters are relatable and well fleshed out, with the protagonist's journey being both compelling and emotionally resonant. The dialogue is sharp and feels authentic, echoing the voices of contemporary teenagers with precision and empathy.

Wolfe also excels in setting a vivid scene; the descriptions of the prom and the school create a familiar yet suspenseful backdrop for the unfolding drama. The plot itself is well-paced, mixing traditional elements of a teen thriller with fresh twists that avoid cliché and keep the narrative lively and engaging.

However, the novel occasionally suffers from predictability in some of its plot twists, which might leave readers looking for more originality slightly underwhelmed. Additionally, while the climax is thrilling, some aspects of the resolution come off as rushed, which might detract from the overall satisfaction of the story’s conclusion.

Overall, "Prom Queen" earns a solid four stars for its engaging plot, strong character arcs, and Wolfe’s knack for suspenseful storytelling. It’s a commendable addition to the YA thriller genre, offering both excitement and thoughtful commentary on high school life.