While I don’t think I’ll revisit it, I ended up enjoying it more than I initially expected. The story weaves a compelling mystery set within the moody, insular world of a girls’ boarding school, making it a solid pick for fans of dark academia. However, the shifting narrative perspectives—jumping between a detective’s investigation and the girls’ backstory—were sometimes confusing. Listening to the audiobook helped make the transitions smoother and the voices easier to distinguish. Overall, it’s a slow burn that rewards patience with atmospheric writing and layered character dynamics. If you love mysteries with a psychological edge, it’s worth a try.