Final Girls

Book Review: Final Girls by Riley Sager by A.M. Molloy

Final Girls

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Final Girls 〰️

This is my second book by this author, and it will certainly not be the last. I've already ordered two more of Sager's books, and I'm pretty sure he's now going to be an insta-buy for me.

I absolutely love horror movies. Especially ones that include final girls. Halloween, Friday the 13th, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, to name a few. So, I picked up this book on the title alone. (And also because I've read The Last Time I Lied by the same author, which I also loved). While this book isn't anything like those classic horror movies, it still has that element of thriller, mystery and suspense.

We know Sager wants us to figure out what really happened to Quincy during the Pine Cottage incident. Sager tries to make us think Quincy herself was the real killer. But it's too obvious despite all the evidence pointing towards her for most of the read. Then, when we learn about Sam's true identity, the first twist, I was like, Oh my God! It was actually her the whole time! But nope! Sager pulls a fast one, and it was probably obvious to most readers, but it wasn't to me until a chapter or so before the big reveal of who actually committed the Pine Cottage killings. To say I was shocked was an understatement. Love that Tina, despite all her flaws, was actually pretty cool in the end and formed a bond with Quincy.

That being said, I love Sager's writing style. I also love how he breathes life into each character. And the twists! I'm a super big fan of Sager from now on. I think this author is one to watch out for.