R.I.P. Eliza Hart 12+

About this book

A gorgeous and haunting contemporary YA in the tradition of We Were Liars.

Ellie believes that going to boarding school in California, surrounded by ocean and open spaces, will cure her claustrophobia. Once there, she discovers that Eliza Hart, her childhood best friend, is also a student there — and Ellie is eager to rekindle their friendship.

But Eliza spreads rumors about Ellie, saying she's a liar, a stalker. Add to that Ellie's fear of having people find out about her phobia, and she becomes an outcast.

Then Eliza Hart is found dead.

Ellie is determined to find out what happened to her one-time BFF. Only her suite mate Sam will help her . . . because to everyone else, Ellie looks like a suspect.

As the walls close in around her, can Ellie clear her name and find out the truth about Eliza Hart? Her hunt for the truth will push her out into the open — and also deep into her own memories of her childhood with Eliza Hart.

This book is both a gripping mystery, and a sensitive and moving portrayal of depression and mental health issues.

Reviews

Praise for New York Times bestselling author Alyssa Sheinmel's R.I.P. Eliza Hart:

"Intensely real, sending a lasting reminder that not all illnesses or struggles are visible from the outside and that there is no shame in seeking help." -- Publishers Weekly

"A riveting coming-of-age tale and tragic absorbing mystery... The protagonists' portrayals are realistic and teens will easily relate to their shattered dynamic of friendship, popularity, and secrecy. A nuanced work about mental illness." -- School Library Journal

"A compelling mystery that will keep readers going until the hopeful conclusion." -- Kirkus Reviews