Who's All Going (to Die)?

by Lisa Springer

One can never ask too many questions in this contemporary horror about a teen girl who gets invited to the soft launch of a luxury resort and finds their wellness practices disturbing--and deadly.

Ariana is ready to get away. From the chill of a New York winter. From the anxiety around her volleyball injury and what that means for her future.

Thanks to her new friend Oakley, she can do just that. Oakley has offered Ariana an all-expenses-paid trip to her parents’ wellness retreat on an island off Barbados.

The Dream resort seems like the per-fect escape. At least, it did before lifestyle guru Juniper-Moon started introducing sus-pect activities like psychedelic mushroom tea  ceremonies and bee venom facials.

And as disturbing accidents start happen-ing around the island and tension between the guests and staff builds, Aria realizes she and her friends might not be in paradise after all. Now it’s no longer a question of when but if they can make it home alive.

Genres: Mystery, Horror, Young Adult, Thriller, Mystery Thriller, Fiction, Audiobook

347 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 16, 2025

Reviews

[Lexi · Rating 1 out of 5]

1⭐️

ARC Review

A wellness retreat?!?! Or even a resort?!?! That would be a hard NOPE for me. 🙂‍↔️🙂‍↔️🙂‍↔️.🙅🏽‍♀️🙅🏽‍♀️🙅🏽‍♀️.

All week I have been reading 5-7 chapters of this book, majority of them being read at night, only to find sleep becoming quite difficult. At first, I thought it was because of the amount of light I was consuming right before bed. But then, I found myself tossing and turning until 4 in the morning. Seven hours later, I found myself wide awake and thinking about the last chapters I consumed of this book, only to find myself annoyed and angry. It turns out, I HAVE BEEN HAVING A DIFFICULT TIME READING AND ENJOYING THIS BOOK!!! And here I am, several hours later of finishing it, and I am still feeling (a) annoyed; (b) disappointed; and (c) angry at myself for not DNFing this book after Chapter 5.

See. I went into Who’s All Going (To Die)? thinking that it was going to give And Then There Were None vibes. But nope!!! This book is all about the development of a cult. Even after reading the synopsis twice, I still didn’t get that this was where this book was headed. I seriously thought that I was going be kicking up my feet and enjoying a story where a diverse group of characters head to a beautiful atmospheric resort where loads of weird and shady crap start happening and people start to die until the remaining characters ban together to save one another. But instead, this book was (a) slow; (b) disjointed; and (c) kind of mis-marketed. This book is not a horror thriller or murder mystery. This book is all about a wellness resort disguised as the makings of a cult and I MOST DEFINITELY AM THE WRONG PERSON TO HAVE READ THIS!!!

There are two things about me that I love wholeheartedly: (1) my love for reading and how I use books to escape and (2) my need to take my mental health journey seriously. This book took both of those away from me these past 5 days and I am not okay with that. As a psychology major (PhD and all), I typically avoid books that feature cults, mental health discussions, and everything under mental health umbrellas. When coming into contact with these types of books, I often find myself judging the characters as well as the authors who wrote them. I do not find books that feature individuals playing on others’ mental health and their disabilities funny. And when it comes to cults, that is what exactly happens. I know I shouldn’t take this book seriously but, it is very hard not to. Because I’ve lost several hours of sleep this week and plan to regroup this weekend in order to regain my mindset, I think it’s only far that I allow myself to vent about this book and how horrifying it was.

As I mentioned previously, this book is all about a wellness resort disguised as the makings of a cult. It features a teenage (Oakley Steward), ex-convicts, government officials, her parents, and a 27-year old white woman (Juniper-Moon) preying on a large group of teenagers. Oakley particularly tricks her friends into believing that they are going on an all expenses paid vacation, to decompress during winter break. This trip is also disguised as a “soft launch” for a new resort in Barbados and everyone there is required to promote their experience. Sounds fun and exciting, right??? Well, Nope!!! It isn’t long before these teenagers are forced to participate in spa sessions/activities; meditation sessions/activities; and different tours/water treatments that lead to a number of deaths and cause serious injuries. And if questions are asked or negative reviews are given, punishment is dulled out. No. Seriously. Every teenager that questioned Juniper-Moon either died, experienced bodily harm, or lost something important to them. The teenagers at this resort are often drugged and called a “repressor” if they do not follow along and behave like “good little guests.” Friendships were ruined at the hands of Oakley and Juniper-Moon. The ex-convicts who were working at this resort felt no type shame or guilt as they hurt innocent people and took lives. This book caused more anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and anger than I have felt in a long time. And the ending wasn’t even satisfying. Nothing was cleared up and no one truly won in the end. There is even a slight possibility that a sequel will be written, which I WILL NOT BE READING!!! Again, it’s been quite a few hours since I’ve finished this book and I am still feeling (a) disjointed; (b) discombobulated; (c) stressed; and (d) anxious. Thank Goodness the weekend has arrived. Otherwise, I would be taking a serious reading break for the rest of this week.

Who’s All Going (To Die)? should be read with serious caution. Now, if you’re an individual who enjoys reading about cults and doesn’t find themselves easily triggered by the abuse that occurs then I say: HEY, BY ALL MEANS PICK UP THIS BOOK AND ENJOY!!! But, if you’re like me and likes to read books outside of the every day problems of life then AVOID THIS BOOK AT ALL COSTS!!!

Oooh. And I hope that this book went through several stages of editing. There were too many typos, especially with the characters’ names. Jadon’s name and Kieran’s name were misspelled multiple times. Sometimes within the same chapter, let alone same sentence. Tons of punctuation marks were forgotten. Certain words were missing, even when “black slang” was used. The translation between certain sentences and scenes were difficult to follow and I had a hard time understanding what was going in parts. It’s the way that I am so glad to be done with this book (insert huge sigh of relief here).

Thank you NetGalley and Delacorte Press for granting my request of an Advance Reader’s Copy in exchange for my honest and personal opinion!!!

[angelpompom · Rating 2 out of 5]

If you love pineapples and coconut then maybe this book is for you (jokingly). (Literally everything discribed or eaten seemed to include pineapple or coconut😭🤣.)

[Jeremy Fowler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terrifying Influencer Horror!

Lisa Springer delivers a tropical slasher soaked in blood, gaslighting, and wellness cult vibes. Ariana, our well-meaning heroine, thinks she is receiving a luxury retreat at the expense of her friend Oakley. However, the courses and treatments available start with all of the best intentions, but something just seems OFF. This book is medium-paced, laying the pathway and groundwork for suspense and dream to creep in with each chapter.

The tension in this book is palpable. It increased bit by bit until I realized that I was on the edge of my seat as the climax was unfolding. No one is who they seem to be, and everyone has a hidden agenda. This was such a unique take on influencer culture as well. Additionally, our main character is one that you will be rooting for. In some slashers, you may not always root for the final girl, but Ariana is definitely the girl you'll be rooting for. You absolutely do not want to miss this horror & sun-drenched novel. Prepare for the body count to rise!

[Toya · Rating 5 out of 5]

I did not think I would enjoy this book as I did, but Lisa Springer truly surprised me with this one. This story feels like stepping into a dark, twisted carnival where the lights are bright, but the danger is brighter. It’s eerie, sharp, and sprinkled with just enough humor and chaos to keep you turning pages way past your bedtime.

Springer blends suspense and social commentary in a way that feels fresh and addictive. Each chapter reveals a new layer of tension, and the cast of characters is messy in the best way—flawed, loud, and fully alive. The atmosphere? Top-tier unsettling. The pacing? Chef’s kiss. This book plays with your expectations and then flips them right on their head.

If you want a thriller that’s wicked, wild, and fun while still giving you something to think about, this is one you need on your shelf. Lisa Springer really said, “Let’s make horror entertaining AND unhinged,” and she delivered.

[Fifi’s Bookshelf · Rating 4 out of 5]

Midsommar, but YA Carribean edition?

A bunch of contest winners are invited to a trial run of Teenage Dream, a self improvement program at a luxury resort on the Caribbean. Massages, spas, yoga, parties, miles of luxury beach front villas, sounds like a win win! And, all for free, since it’s a soft launch. If it sounds too good to be true, it is, because Teenage Dream, despite the corny name, turns out to be some weird culty retreat with meditation and teenagers dying after getting bee venom facials. How this place gets away with giving psychedelic tea to teenagers in the first place is beyond me.

The first death is written off as a freak accident. But idk, if it were me, as soon as someone starts saying weird shit like “intention ceremony” with “adaptogenic teas”, and when you get there you find out there’s powdered weed involved and it’s led by someone named “Juniper Moon” I’d have left lmao. Tbh if this wellness retreat had people with culty ass names like Juniper Moon and Divinity Aster, and weird stuff like “moonlight intention ceremonies” I wouldn’t have gone to begin with, luxury be damned.

There is a bit of suspension of disbelief with this book that you’ll just have to roll with. After so many “accidental” deaths there should be no question. And there is absolutely no way the media, the parents wouldn’t be in an absolute uproar after 2 deaths, let alone 5 within a WEEK, and wouldn’t be pulling their kids out of this. These are teenagers, not adults! How would this not be all over the news and this resort being closed down because teenagers keep dying? It’s not exactly realistic but then again, neither is a wellness resort called Teenage Dream 😂

Is this book super realistic? No. But it’s fun, it’s a quick and easy read, and just what you’d want and expect when picking up a YA thriller. It’s not the darkest thriller I’ve read, but a fun beach read nonetheless! If you like books about cults, give this one a try.

Thank you to Netgalley and Delacorte for sending me an advanced copy in return for my honest review.

[Meg · Rating 1 out of 5]

“Unalived” said aloud unironically by a COP, no less. “OMG” said aloud multiple times, including during the big scary climax at the end.

This book was OKAY at the beginning, though a bit too obvious and heavy-handed and falling short when compared to other books with a very similar plot, but then act 3 just went incredibly stupid and I only finished it because of cost sink fallacy.

I do think it should’ve been “Who All’s Going” but maybe that’s just the way we say it where I live. But idk “Who is all going?” vs “Who all is going?”

[Ebony Essence · Rating 3 out of 5]

A teenage/young adult cult with prisoners running the show? Well alright then. This was cool and all. However, parents letting their teens go on a trip like this is out of my tax bracket. Sometimes we really need to listen to that inner voice and dip. There’s no way I could’ve been there that long. The story kept me entertained just enough to the point i finished it

[Brooke · Rating 3 out of 5]

Meh. This story got old fast. Massive red flags but hey I’m going to stay and keep drinking the koolaid. The suspense wasn’t really there for me and I just got annoyed with it.

[Natalie M · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 stars rounded up - epitome of average!

Little too far-fetched and quite unbelievable, but I did finish it!

[BookLover45 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Set against the polished facade of a tropical luxury wellness retreat, Who’s All Going (to Die)? deftly blends psychological suspense with biting social commentary. In this sharp new YA thriller, author Lisa Springer employs a paradisiacal setting not as an escape, but as an incubator for psychological manipulation, exploitation, and body horror. With stylistic nods to both cult narratives and contemporary wellness culture, the novel unpacks the uneasy intersection between privilege, desire, and control.

The narrative centers on Ariana, a teenage volleyball prodigy whose athletic future has been derailed by a severe injury. Emotionally adrift and eager for a reprieve from the cold New York winter and the uncertain trajectory of her life, Ariana accepts an invitation from her new friend, Oakley, to visit the Dream Island Wellness Retreat—a glossy, exclusive resort situated off the coast of Barbados. The retreat initially promises tranquility and renewal, yet from the earliest pages, the tone is laced with an ominous undercurrent that subverts the resort’s utopian surface.

Springer constructs a meticulously claustrophobic atmosphere in which the resort itself emerges as a quasi-character—shifting from seductive haven to sinister trap. Spa treatments involving bee venom facials and psychedelic tea ceremonies are not mere indulgences, but mechanisms of control, blurring the boundaries between therapeutic care and psychological coercion. These eccentricities, initially presented with whimsical absurdity, gradually metastasize into chilling signposts of something deeply amiss.

At the heart of the novel’s critique is Juniper-Moon, the retreat’s enigmatic founder and figurehead. Her glossy, tranquil exterior conceals a cultish zeal and a transactional philosophy that treats emotional vulnerability as currency. Springer does not hesitate to draw the line between spiritual posturing and calculated exploitation. While Juniper-Moon’s characterization occasionally veers toward the archetypal, her symbolic function is clear: she embodies the seductive cruelty of commodified wellness, where healing is leveraged for power, loyalty, and profit. A secondary antagonist, introduced later in the narrative, adds dimension to the plot.

Ariana serves as a compelling and emotionally resonant protagonist. Her arc is one of subtle resilience—she is neither superhumanly fearless nor conveniently reckless, but rather a young woman navigating trauma, identity, and agency under mounting psychological pressure. The inclusion of a subdued romantic subplot complements rather than distracts from the central narrative, lending moments of intimacy that temper the novel’s more grotesque turns.

Pacing remains one of the novel’s most notable strengths. Springer orchestrates a steady escalation of dread through a series of enigmatic disappearances, strange “accidents,” and eerie encounters with staff who are clearly concealing the truth. These elements culminate in a climax that is both viscerally thrilling and thematically coherent. While the conclusion offers a satisfying resolution, it leaves just enough narrative ambiguity to suggest future developments—an open door that feels more tantalizing than unresolved.

Thematically, the novel engages with contemporary anxieties surrounding wellness culture, particularly the ways in which it intersects with capitalism, privilege, and gender. Springer’s satirical edge never feels heavy-handed; rather, it allows the horror to function on both literal and allegorical planes. The result is a genre piece that entertains while offering a pointed critique of a very modern form of spiritual emptiness.

Key Strengths:

—Engaging, multidimensional protagonist
—Intriguing tropical-gothic setting
—Unique and memorable plot structure
—Thoughtful critique of wellness commodification
—Understated but emotionally resonant romance
—Suspenseful, fluid narrative style
—Inclusion of canine companions

In sum, it is an expertly paced, thematically rich novel that straddles the line between satire and horror with impressive dexterity. Its accessible prose and immersive setting will appeal to both teen and adult readers, while its critical undercurrents lend it greater literary weight than typical fare within the genre. With equal parts tension and insight, Springer delivers a thriller that lingers well beyond its final page.

[Nicole Austin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you Netgalley and Delacorte Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Lisa Springer’s “Who’s All Going (to Die)?” is a sharp, fast-paced YA horror thriller that combines The White Lotus vibes with cultish creepiness and a dose of social commentary. The story is set against the backdrop of a seemingly idyllic luxury wellness retreat. With sinister spa treatments, charismatic manipulators, and secrets bubbling beneath the surface, this is a perfect pick for readers who like their thrillers with a side of satire.

Ariana, a teen volleyball star recovering from a serious injury, jumps at the chance to escape the icy New York winter and her looming uncertainty by heading to a tropical resort with her new friend Oakley. The Dream Island Wellness Retreat off the coast of Barbados promises peace, pampering, and the illusion of control. But paradise quickly curdles into something far darker.

The early chapters introduce a large cast of characters—friends, fellow guests, spa employees—which can be a bit confusing to track at first. But once you get your footing, the story quickly takes a deliciously twisted turn. Right from the start, there’s a sense that something is... off. Suspicious spa treatments (psychedelic mushroom tea ceremonies? bee venom facials?), missing guests, staff members who clearly know more than they let on—every element builds a mounting sense of dread. The resort, like a character itself, shifts from utopia to nightmare as the story unfolds.

Springer doesn’t shy away from body horror or cult-like dynamics. The retreat's guru, Juniper-Moon, is a glossy and unnerving presence, peddling dubious “wellness” in exchange for loyalty, valuables, and blind faith. While her villainy borders on stereotypical at times (as well as another villain revealed at the end of the book who could be developed more), her influence over the guests and the terrifying lengths the retreat will go to maintain control make for compelling horror. There’s a real undercurrent of critique here about exploitation, the commodification of wellness, and how privilege can blind people to danger until it’s far too late.

Despite the spiraling chaos, Ariana remains a grounded and sympathetic lead. Her struggles with identity, injury, and anxiety add depth to the story. There's also a sweet, understated romance that offers emotional balance without hijacking the plot.

The tension ramps up with a steady drip of “accidents” and disappearances, building to a climax that’s equal parts shocking and satisfying. Twists abound, and while the ending wraps most threads neatly, it leaves just enough open to hint at a possible sequel—without frustrating readers.

Bonus for sensitive readers: Yes, the dogs are safe. Priorities, right?

Overall, “Who’s All Going (to Die)?: is a slick, gripping, and darkly entertaining YA horror that skewers the dark side of the wellness industry while delivering thrills, chills, and enough twists to keep you flipping pages well past bedtime.

[cinnamilk · Rating 2 out of 5]

🍹 ┊ “ a life-changing week awaits! ”

Thank you for this ARC, Netgalley! WARNING: a little spoiler-heavy.

PLOT

A teen girl, along with a friend and cousin, are invited to a soft launch of a luxury resort and finds their wellness practices suspicious. First and foremost, I thought it was CRAZY that there were so many red flags that the main character, Ariana, straight up ignored.

(I'm not saying she wasn't like 'hey, this is weird' or 'I really don't like this' after each red flag, she does. But after each one, SHE CHOOSES TO STAY AND DO MORE RESORT ACTIVITIES).

FLAG ONE: Not only being invited to an all-inclusive resort, but being allowed to bring two people and a dog.

TWO: Getting drugged (I know she's eighteen but it felt weird that her mom was fine with her going to a resort where they ended up being served a ton of alcohol (the place even had a weed farm!)).

THREE: A dead girl.

FOUR: Another drugging.

FIVE: Hours of forced manual labor.

SIX: Extremely expensive monthly subscriptions being pushed on them.

SEVEN: Another dead girl.

EIGHT: A girl being mauled by a shark during an excursion (seriously, they go on a party boat after this. And then Ariana gets a pina colada and discusses her relationship troubles with her cousin).

NINE: A bunch of disappearances.

CHARACTERS

Ariana: She had NO sense of urgency. All of the stuff I listed above happened, and she was still hanging around the damn resort. Even after she told her mom they want to leave, she's going out and doing stuff. For a few of the events, she had the excuse of trying to get Maya, her friend, to leave with them but she did little to nothing to convince her. So it was pointless. Maybe I'm a bad friend but I would have 100% left Maya and gone to get help after bodies started appearing.

Jadon: Overall: meh. I sort of lost interest when we found out he was actually an investigative journalist and not a high school student like previously stated. His relationship with Ariana had a few cute moments, but it was overshadowed by all of the dangerous events happening. Also: he used the word 'unalived' unironically, which gave me the ICK.

Maya: We would not be friends afterwards. I can tell you that much.

Ariana's mom: she didn't seem to care about her daughter at all. I know Ariana was texting her the bare minimum, but her mom didn't seem worried at all. Even when Ariana said they needed to get out of there, she was just like, 'Okay, booked you a plane. You have to catch it in Barbados.' If I were in her position, even if the ferry was broken, I would have freaking swam to the resort if it meant I could save my kid.

Mastermind: i.e. the person behind everything. I felt like their reasoning was a little weak, so it didn't hit me very hard when they were revealed.

Also: there were a lot of named background characters, and it was a little hard to keep them all straight.


CONCLUSION

Ariana and her friends should NEVER go on another vacation without a trusted adult.

[Gerika · Rating 4 out of 5]

Spoiler free review. Who's All Going to Die is about the main character Ariana who was invited by her well to do friend Oakley to go to her family's new wellness retreat. She gets there, meets people, vibe with them and there is an influencer Juniper-Moon who is doing all of these controversial activities that is giving them bad vibes. Things start happening to people, such as people dropping, feeling weird, etc and let's just say things aren't want they seemed to be.

Plot: The plot was good. Very interesting and that is why I requested the ARC, because it seemed so good. I like the stories where there is a retreat or vacation, etc gone wrong and what is the secret behind it. The author did good with plot development. I felt it progressed pretty well. It didn't linger in one spot too long. She did good by not lingering in one scene for too long and getting to the point of things without rushing. Ending was satisfying, good twists...somewhat predictable, but I was satisfied.

Setting: Great for the story. What's scarier to some young adults who barely gotten out in the world than being out the country on a Caribbean island resort? The author did great at world building, setting the setting and tone, making what seemed like what should be paradise seem ominous.

Characters: Multiple characters are in the story, but it mainly focused on Ariana and her PoV. I felt there was good character development. The characters reacted to what was going on appropriately depending to their own unique personalities. They seemed well thought out. I was rolling my eyes at the parents though...I would had been going crazy if this mess was going on with my children on this resort.

[Ashley Gillan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ariana is excited when her new friend Oakley invites her and her two friends to the soft opening of her family’s new Barbadian resort, all expenses paid. They simply have to relax, take in the resort’s plentiful amenities, and post about them on social media. Sounds great right? It is, until the resident wellness guru begins taking things to an unhealthy level, and strange things begin happening at the resort. Soon, “accidents” begin happening, and Oakley and her friends begin wondering if their week of rest and relaxation will turn into their last week alive.

This is a YA book, but I really enjoyed it as a great ode to the classic locked room mystery, where the characters are all stuck on an island and trying to figure out what the heck is happening around them. Add in some elements of a teen slasher-ish/thriller movie and I was really happy with the storyline!

But be warned: there are a lot of characters to keep track of in this one, by nature of the way the story is told: you have a bunch of guests, resort staff, etc, so there were plenty of people around. But the cast definitely could have been trimmed down a bit to make it more manageable. There were some characters that were added midway through the book that probably didn’t need to be added.

Anyway, the overall mystery was pretty good and I enjoyed trying to solve it along with Ariana. I had some inkling about what was going on, but no, I didn’t work it all out. They got me in this one! There were some nice twists and turns that surprised me and were really good.

Plus, the ending was a really nice touch. *wink*

Overall, this was a great mystery/thriller to relax with. It was fun, had some nice twists, and a great ending. It’s perfect for a book island getaway!

[Brady · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you Delacorte Press and Netgalley for this eARC, these opinions are my own. Super interesting! Ariana is given a chance for her and her two friends to attend a new island wellness retreat, and it’s all expenses paid. It’s owned by her friend Oakley and her family. And the General Manager is a guru by the name of Juniper Moon, who Oakley swears by. Ariana and her friends will be sharing a villa with Oakley and some of Oakley’s other friends. Ariana soon learns that most of them are really just acquaintances of Oakley. But no matter it should be a fun trip right? And with her future in Volleyball up in the air thanks to an injury, Ariana could use all the wellness she can get. The island is beautiful and there are a lot of treatments that sound amazing. But the more treatments that do the more Ariana feels like there is something off about them. And there’s something not quite right about Juniper Moon. As people started to experience negative side affects from the treatments as well as accidents, Ariana starts to think something more sinister is going on. Could they all be in danger? Can Ariana keep herself and her friends safe? Can they survive? An intriguing mix of wellness, mystery, and cult like activities! Lisa Springer creates a gripping, tense, dark tale that will have you hooked and unable to put it down!

[Tori · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐⭐⭐⭐

WHO'S ALL GOING (TO DIE?) by Lisa Springer (Out Sept 16)

Thank you Netgalley, Delacorte, and GetUnderlined for the earc

It was supposed to be a vacation.
When Ariana is invited to an wellness retreat, she's over the moon. The Dream resort seems perfect, but then things take a turn...accidents start happening and Ariana realizes that The Dream isn't what it seems.
WHO'S ALL GOING (TO DIE)? is a YA thriller that is equally parts thrilling and creepy with is cult-like vibes and "accidents." This book, based on vibes alone, reminded me of NEVER COMING HOME by Kate Williams (- the locked room part with limited people) and YOU BELONG TO ME by Hayley Krischer, and I am here for that. This book is interesting and left me pondering throughout. Like the title states, all I could think is "Who's all going to die?" And "Why?" And "Who's actually responsible?"
WHO'S ALL GOING (TO DIE)? starts off calm and serene, like one would expect from a resort, but everything isn't as it seems---and once the first body pops up, everything goes from there.
I think this book is the perfect end of summer read. Not only it set in the summer, but it comes out at the tail end of summer. It's great for those who want to question things, specifically: is it a calming resort or something worse? Wellness? Or something sinister?

[Zariah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you to Netgalley and Delcorte Press for the free e-arc of Who’s All Going (to die). I enjoyed my read of Springer’s second novel. I enjoyed that this was really fast-paced. As soon as Ariana and the other guests got on the island, guests started going missing/dying. This makes for a great beach read. I also enjoyed how diverse the cast of characters was, something I also enjoyed in Springer’s debut. Next, the setting was fantastic. A hot, idyllic island made this almost suffocating as things started happening. I loved that this focused on the themes of cults and susceptibility. Something I’ve noticed is that Springer’s horrors aren't just horrors; they have hidden messages in them that I enjoy. Lastly, I enjoyed the twist; there was a steady buildup that made total sense.

What I didn’t enjoy as much was the ending; I feel like the ending could’ve been wrapped up a bit better. Also, I feel that the execution of “Who’s All Going to…” lacks what I enjoyed so much about the author’s debut, despite both novels involving isolation.

Overall, I thought this was an enjoyable, mysterious, fast-paced read, and I recommend this to those who enjoy reading about cults, diverse casts, with an off-the-rails ending. I rated this a 3.5.

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

A twisty young adult thriller about an isolated island wellness resort. The book starts off with Ariana and her cousin Candy getting an all expenses paid vacation at her friend Oakleys wellness retreat that is hosted by a wellness guru named Juniper Moon. The book is set in the carribean, which makes for an enticing stay. At first, the island appears to be amazing with all of its specialty spas and relaxation sessions, but soon strange things start happening at the sessions and to the others at the resort.

I wanted to love this book, but it felt like it kept dragging, and I kept pushing myself to get through to some really exciting parts. Overall, I loved the idea of the isolated island wellness retreat gone wrong, but a lot of the story just didn't flow the best for me and felt unnecessary. The characters were likable, but I didn't feel an intense bond to them.

Overall, it still was a good story, and I can see others really loving the way the story flowed. I just was expecting it to be a bit different. I will still look into other books by this author and maybe they will be better suited for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Children's Books | Delacorte Press for sending me an ARC in exchange for an honest review

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

When Ariana is offered an all-expenses-paid vacation to her friend Oakley's family's new wellness resort, she can't pass up on the opportunity. With an injury threatening her sports scholarship and her whole future up in the air, she could use a vacation. But, on the island, the resort isn't what it seems. Guru Juniper-Moon's programs are far too extreme and experimental, and the people who question her practices keep winding up injured or worse. When her cousin Maya starts to get too invested in what's looking more and more like a cult, Ariana has no choice but to investigate what's happening so they can all get off the island in one piece.

I really wanted to like this more than I did. There were a lot of interesting elements, but the story didn't capture my attention in the way that I hoped it would. I also felt the ending was a little too abrupt. I still enjoyed the book, but it definitely didn't reach the same level as other thrillers that I've read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

When her dog mom friend, Oakley, invites Ariana and her plus two friends to an all-expenses paid trip to her parents' new wellness retreat on an island near Barbados, she eagerly accepts it. Not only will it give her a break from the weather in New York, but maybe it will also offer a chance to heal the injury she's been nursing and have fun with her friends. But she quickly realizes that there's quite a bit off about the place. Juniper-Moon, who's in charge of the whole place, has devised treatments, ceremonies, and cleanses that result in more harm than good. As the bodies start dropping and one of her friends seems enmeshed by the community, which is more cult than retreat, Ariana becomes increasingly sure that she needs to get off the island, but how when someone else controls the Internet access? At least Ariana has an ally in Jadon, who has secrets of his own related to why he's at the retreat. There are plenty of twists and turns as well as a solid build-up to the climax. In this case, as is often true, if something looks too good to be true, it probably is.

[Kristen · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5)
Who’s All Going to Die was such a fun read with the blend of dark humor and horror I was hoping for. Lisa Springer does a great job creating an atmosphere that feels both eerie and satirical, and the social commentary layered in with the cult horror vibes gave it some extra bite. I especially loved the diverse cast and how “modern” the dialogue felt. It read naturally and was the colloquialisms did not feel forced.
That being said, a few things held it back from being a 5-star read for me. Some of the character development felt a bit shallow, especially certain side characters seemed like they were there just to raise the body count.
Also, while the pacing kept me hooked, at times it felt a little rushed, with big reveals and deaths happening before I had enough time to process or really sit in the tension.
Overall though, this is such a fun addition to YA horror. If you like campy slashers with sharp social commentary, this one is definitely worth picking up.

[K. Florence · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the arc!

I was instantly intrigued by the cover, I mean look at it! all those pretty colors set against an island... with the caption 'to die?' I was hooked and expecting great things but was let down. you see I was expecting to have whiplash and crazy things happening I mean you set up a cult in the Caribbean on a wellness resort. really the set up couldn't have been better. and honestly that part of it added a lot to my enjoyment of this book.
the characters just felt a little flat to me, I didn't feel like I knew them enough to have a large emotional connection to them. I didn't feel as entertained as I would have liked. but saying that a three-star review isn't a bad review I would still pick up another book from this author at some point!

[Amber Rothermel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phew what a roller coaster! It’s late & I work tomorrow but I needed to know what was going to happen to Arianna and her friends. So worth it!

Pros:
-likable characters
- bad things happening in paradise
- luxury vibes
- mysterious deaths
- a bit of a twist
- easy to read, flowy, writing style
- dogs
- unique storyline
- romantic connection

Cons:
- after the first accident, why did Ari continue to sign up for events?
- why weren’t parents questioning more? Id have immediately gotten my child off of the island based off of the first questionable text.

All of that aside, this book was amazing. I loved the authors writing style, Ari the main character, and the unique cult-like storyline. Definitely recommend to those who want a wild ride of a book.

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good YA thriller story. It is a quick, fun read. It is gripping and thrilling to the point that isn't will have you reading all night long. This story has enough twists to keep you entertained throughout.

Ariana is from New York and gets invited by a friend, Oakley, to the start up of her family's luxury wellness retreat on the island of Barbados. With the things that Aria is struggling with at the time, she thinks that this retreat could be a great thing for her and goes.

Horrible accidents start happening around the island and tension between the guests and staff builds. Aria realizes she and her friends might not be in paradise after all. Now it’s no longer a question of when but if they can make it home alive.

[Mandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

WHO’S ALL GOING (TO DIE)? is a shrewd young adult horror thriller that blends the wellness industry with mystery and unnerving cult vibes. There are devilish spa treatments and mesmerizing egomaniacs, all set in a luxury wellness retreat. Captivating and an intriguingly eerie take on the sinister intricacies of the wellness industry. There is excitement, suspense, and twists. A compelling and dark narrative that will leave you unable to stop reading! (8/10)

Thank you, Delacorte Press, Penguin Random House, and Lisa Springer. I received an advance review copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Bayley Mae · Rating 5 out of 5]

Who’s All Going (to Die)? is such a fun and suspenseful thriller with both White Lotus and Nine Perfect Strangers vibes but for teens! After loving her first novel so much, this one did not disappoint! Lisa does a fabulous job immersing the reader into this luxurious, yet ominous, wellness retreat in the Caribbean. Ari is a wonderful main character to follow in this suspenseful book. This was a rollercoaster of a read and I couldn’t put it down; the voice had me hooked by page one! I will be picking up everything Lisa Springer writes next!

Thank you so much to the publisher and NetGalley for this ARC!

[Dominique Webster · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley and Lisa Springer for a copy of this eARC!


If there’s one thing I’m always going to be game for it’s a “murder mystery” vibe on an island?! SIGN 👏🏻 ME 👏🏻 UP!! This is the first book I’ve ever read from Lisa Springer and I am so ready to read even more from her. This played out exactly like a movie in my mind. I could see all the scenes so clearly! I was rooting for Ari, Candy, and Maya (come on girl!!) the WHOLE time. I had Jadon on a “idk about this one” side table the WHOLE time 🤣 just an all-around great book!

[Deena Lipomi · Rating 4 out of 5]

When her Ari, her best friend, and her cousin score an all-expenses paid trip to a luxury tropical teen resort, she can't wait to relax and not worry about her bum shoulder messing up her college volleyball plans. But when attendees go missing and are found dead, Ari knows the experience is not what it seemed. Messages about cults are mixed into this teen thriller. While it is a page-turner, it can be hard to suspend belief for portions of the story. Readers will worry about Ari's dog from page one.

[Megyn · Rating 2 out of 5]

Thank you so much to netgalley and the publisher for the arc of this one in exchange for an honest review!

This book follows a teen who goes on a vacation based around well being and relaxation for teens. Things quickly unfold and are not as they seem.

This book was not my favorite. I thought it started strong but then just went downhill. The characters were all annoying and the plot was predictable.

I hope others love this one but it didn’t work for me.

[Michele · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a fun read and a wild ride! Not knowing who you can trust, people dying left and right, insane self-help practices... it was really enjoyable. The author did a great job of making many characters completely despicable and you couldn't help but cheer when they got taken down. I was rooting for Ariana throughout the book. For her to figure out what was going on, for her to get some loving, and for her to get off that island!