Truly Devious

About Truly Devious

Dive into the intricate world of Ellingham Academy with Maureen Johnson's captivating mystery, "Truly Devious." This prestigious private school in Vermont, founded by the eccentric tycoon Albert Ellingham, was designed as a haven for brilliant minds, filled with riddles and secret pathways. However, its history is marred by one of America's great unsolved crimes: the kidnapping of Ellingham's wife and daughter, leaving behind only a mocking riddle signed by the terrifying pseudonym "Truly, Devious." Years later, true-crime enthusiast Stevie Bell arrives at the academy with an ambitious goal: to solve this infamous cold case. As Stevie navigates the demands of her new school life and her eclectic housemates, she finds herself drawn deeper into the academy's dark past. But when "Truly Devious" makes a chilling return, and death revisits Ellingham Academy, Stevie realises the past isn't just a mystery to be solved—it's a present danger.

Maureen Johnson masterfully weaves two interwoven mysteries, blending a historical cold case with a contemporary thriller. "Truly Devious" is the first book in a striking series, perfect for readers who love intricate plots, clever characters, and a suspenseful atmosphere. This compelling YA mystery will keep you guessing until the very end, as Stevie relentlessly pursues the truth behind the murders, both old and new.

Key Details

• Author: Maureen Johnson
• Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books
• Format: Paperback, 436 pages
• Language: English
• Published: 2018
• ISBN: 9780062338068

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