First Degree Murder

THE NEW YA CRIME THRILLER FROM AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR JENNIFER PEARSON.

THIS CAMPUS HAS SECRETS. AND ONE OF THEM KILLS.

Stevie Baker came to Wexford University hoping to leave the past behind. But when her friend Nate is found dead in his dorm room, Stevie is thrust into the middle of another murder investigation. And this time, the police are looking at her.

Determined to clear her name, Stevie and her best friend Colby start asking questions of their own. But the deeper they dig, the more dangerous the truth becomes. Because a killer is still out there.

Perfect for fans of Holly Jackson, Karen M. McManus and Jennifer Lynn Barnes.

Featuring:

• An amateur detective duo you'll love
• A college campus setting
• Twists, red herrings and shocking reveals
• A murder mystery that keeps you guessing until the final page

YOUR NEXT CRIME THRILLER OBSESSION STARTS HERE.

*Drop Dead Famous was a TCM bestseller on publication 06/2026

*Jennifer Pearson won Best Laugh-Out-Loud Book for 9–13-Year-Olds Award 2022