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The New Girl by Jesse Q. Sutanto Book Review
Title: The New Girl
Author: Jesse Q. Sutanto
Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire
Release Date: February 1, 2022
Pages: 368
Lia Setiawan has never really fit in. And when she wins a full ride to the prestigious Draycott Academy on a track scholarship, she's determined to make it work even though she's never felt more out of place.
But on her first day there she witnesses a girl being forcefully carried away by campus security. Her new schoolmates and teachers seem unphased, but it leaves her unsure of what she's gotten herself into.
And as she uncovers the secrets of Draycott, complete with a corrupt teacher, a golden boy who isn't what he seems, and a blackmailer determined to get her thrown out, she's not sure if she can trust anyone...especially when the threats against her take a deadly turn.
My Thoughts
**Thank you so much to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Fire for sending me an Advanced Reader's Copy in exchange for an honest review!**
On a track scholarship, Lia Setiawan arrives at Draycott Academy, one of the most prestigious schools around. She didn't fit in at her old school so fitting in here was her number one goal, only the inside isn't as nice as it seems.
I can't shake this feeling deep in my core that I'm all wrong for this place.
When she first enters the school, Lia witnesses a girl being carried away. Later, she realizes she was the replacement for the girl. The deeper she dives into the school, the more secrets that seem to be hidden.
Something tells me that Draycott is rotten, all the way to the core, and nothing I do can ever fix it.
Star Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3)
The book was a little dramatic in my opinion. However, because of this, it was so much fun to read. Parts of it also felt as if it could happen in real life like the struggles both Lia and Danny face with their Asian parents who expect so much from them.
Overall, The New Girl was an interesting story to read. I could feel the tension of the plot and it captivated me to keep reading until the end. Can't wait to read other books by the author!
About the Author
Jesse Q. Sutanto grew up shuttling back and forth between Indonesia, Singapore, and Oxford, and considers all three places her home. She has a Masters from Oxford University, but she has yet to figure out how to say that without sounding obnoxious. Jesse has forty-two first cousins and thirty aunties and uncles, many of whom live just down the road. She used to game but with two little ones and a husband, she no longer has time for hobbies. She aspires to one day find one (1) hobby.
Title: The New Girl
Jesse Q. Sutanto grew up shuttling back and forth between Indonesia, Singapore, and Oxford, and considers all three places her home. She has a Masters from Oxford University, but she has yet to figure out how to say that without sounding obnoxious. Jesse has forty-two first cousins and thirty aunties and uncles, many of whom live just down the road. She used to game but with two little ones and a husband, she no longer has time for hobbies. She aspires to one day find one (1) hobby.
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