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Description
While holidaying with her family in Las Vegas, seventeen-year-old Jasmine stumbles upon a murder mystery that she attempts to solve with the help of her friends, recently arrived from California.
Quick Summary
If you're looking for a YA mystery with a change of scenery, this one drops readers right into the neon lights of Las Vegas, where seventeen-year-old Jasmine finds herself in the middle of solving an actual murder while on vacation with her family. The setting alone makes this stand out from typical teen mysteries there's something about investigating crimes surrounded by casinos and tourists that adds an extra layer of intrigue. It's a solid choice for older teens who love a good whodunit, especially those who devoured books like "The Candymakers" or enjoy series where teens use their brains to outsmart adults. The friendship dynamic with her newly arrived California crew gives the story heart alongside the suspense, so it balances the scary mystery elements with genuine character moments. Parents will want to know this isn't a scary horror book it's more of a clever, fast-paced mystery that will keep readers guessing, with some light humor mixed in. High schoolers who want something that feels a bit more mature without being heavy will likely breeze through this one.