There has been a lot said about this novel so I will just post my thoughts on the novel. I liked all the secrets that everyone was harboring. It’s not only that they were the only individuals who were in the room when Simon was killed, there are other motivators that make these teens the likely suspect. It’s all the ghosts in the closets that everyone felt they are hiding but in reality, Simon knew. When all the ghosts start showing their faces, a finger could be pointed at any of them. I enjoyed the variety of characters that made up this novel. From the original five who walked into detention that day, to the parents and to the secondary characters who made up this novel, they brought their own personality and flair to the novel.
I really enjoyed that the author showed us life outside the investigation. She showed us that there was a life for each of them outside this drama. As they tried to go about their day, the investigation looming over their heads, they still had to function in the real world. Sure, the investigation might have affected them as they moved about their day, but they still had a life to lead and expectations that needed to be followed. The author caught me in her trap, I kept narrowing down my suspects but I couldn’t find the evidence that I needed to tie it all together. Then came the big reveal and I started to talk to the novel, placing the pieces where they needed to go. I really enjoyed this novel and can see why everyone is talking about it.