The premise of this book sounded so good. The unsolved murder of a young boy last year on the grounds of a posh girls boarding school; new evidence that points to one of eight girls at the school. Unfortunately, the potential was far greater than the finished product. While the writing was at times beautiful and even lyrical, I found myself slogging through the book hoping it would get better. While it eventually did, it wasn't until 3/4 of the way through the book. The victim is never really fleshed out, and the eight teenage girls seem to be more cardboard caricatures then flesh. The only reason this book rates 2 stars rather than one is for the author's ability to paint some beautiful descriptive verses. Borrow from a library or friend, otherwise don't waste your money.