‘Not Quite Dead Yet’ de Holly Jackson (Penguin · 18 de mayo, 2026)

Not Quite Dead Yet (Thriller / Mystery / Young Adult)

Holly Jackson, the mastermind behind the global phenomenon A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, returns with a pulse-pounding mystery that cements her status as the queen of modern YA thrillers. This novel is a masterclass in misdirection, exploring the dark side of viral fame and the lengths people will go to keep their secrets buried in a world where everyone is watching.

About the Author: Holly Jackson

Holly Jackson is a British author who skyrocketed to the top of bestseller lists worldwide with her debut novel. Known for her “addictive” storytelling style, she often incorporates multimedia elements—such as interview transcripts, maps, and social media logs—to create an immersive reading experience. Jackson has a unique talent for capturing the voice of a generation raised on true-crime podcasts and internet sleuthing, blending sharp-witted protagonists with intricate, high-stakes plots. Her work is celebrated for its tight pacing and the way it challenges readers to solve the mystery alongside the characters, rarely revealing the truth until the final, breathless pages.

Synopsis

“Not Quite Dead Yet” follows a protagonist who finds themselves entangled in a mystery that blurs the lines between reality and the digital world. When a high-profile figure or a peer disappears under suspicious circumstances, the community is quick to speculate, but the truth is far more twisted than any online theory.

The story delves into the toxicity of public perception and the “cancel culture” era, showing how a single rumor can act as a death sentence for a reputation. As the main character digs deeper into the disappearance, they realize that someone is playing a dangerous game—using the internet to manipulate the investigation and silence those getting too close to the truth. The narrative is driven by a sense of urgency, as the protagonist must race against time to uncover the reality behind a series of cryptic messages and “accidents” that suggest the target might not be as gone as everyone thinks.

Jackson excels at building a claustrophobic atmosphere where trust is a scarce commodity. Themes of identity, the performative nature of social media, and the weight of past mistakes are woven into a plot filled with the author’s signature “jaw-dropping” twists. This Penguin edition is an essential pick for fans of fast-paced, contemporary mysteries who want a story that reflects the anxieties and complexities of life in the 2020s. It is a sharp, relentless reminder that in the digital age, nothing ever truly stays dead and buried.