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Expected 15 Sep 26A twisty, off-the-rails mystery about seven teens, forced to spend a stormy—and deadly—night together. Perfect for fans of There’s Someone Inside Your House and No Place Left to Hide.
The members of the Coastal Canyon debate team have their reasons to hate each complicated pasts, thornier presents, a huge competition loss . . . Now they’re stuck at an Airbnb together for a night during what feels like the storm of the century. Can it get any worse?
Yes. Yes, it can.
A flat tire, a severed landline, someone’s unconscious, and there’s a body outside. The night is unraveling, and it’s becoming no one is safe. But safe from who? A teammate? A teacher? Or is a stranger lurking nearby in the woods?
Seven students.
Three teachers.
One body.
Lock all the doors and trust no one.
After all, death isn’t up for debate.
The members of the Coastal Canyon debate team have their reasons to hate each complicated pasts, thornier presents, a huge competition loss . . . Now they’re stuck at an Airbnb together for a night during what feels like the storm of the century. Can it get any worse?
Yes. Yes, it can.
A flat tire, a severed landline, someone’s unconscious, and there’s a body outside. The night is unraveling, and it’s becoming no one is safe. But safe from who? A teammate? A teacher? Or is a stranger lurking nearby in the woods?
Seven students.
Three teachers.
One body.
Lock all the doors and trust no one.
After all, death isn’t up for debate.
320 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication September 15, 2026
About the author
Veronica Bane
5 books150 followersVeronica Bane spent her formative teen years working at a popular theme park. Following days spent as a princess and an usher, she graduated from Chapman University with a BFA in Creative Writing. Since then, she has worked as a high school English teacher in Lincoln Heights, California. When she’s not writing, she’s exploring Los Angeles with her husband and their beloved dog, Bodhi. Her debut novel Difficult Girls was an instant USA Today bestseller.
Visit her at www.veronicabane.com and on social media @veronicabane to stay updated.
Visit her at www.veronicabane.com and on social media @veronicabane to stay updated.
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October 12, 2025
I got the privilege of reading this book early and hOLY CRAP YOU GUYS ARE NOT READY. So many twists & turns. Multi-POV. Campy thriller slasher vibes. It's like if Bodies, Bodies, Bodies, Scream and the female rage of Heathers had a YA Thriller baby. Add this one NOW!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you Netgalley and Delacorte Press for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Entertaining and fast paced mystery, it was very easy to get lost in and was full of enough twists and turns to keep me guessing. Ultimately, however, I found the reveal to the mystery to be not quite weak so much as owning a few plot holes. The reasoning behind any deaths made enough sense, but the way that the stories were broken down was somewhat stilted and far too convenient. Not to mention that the ending wrapped up very quickly, almost abruptly.
Entertaining and fast paced mystery, it was very easy to get lost in and was full of enough twists and turns to keep me guessing. Ultimately, however, I found the reveal to the mystery to be not quite weak so much as owning a few plot holes. The reasoning behind any deaths made enough sense, but the way that the stories were broken down was somewhat stilted and far too convenient. Not to mention that the ending wrapped up very quickly, almost abruptly.
July 31, 2026
We're All Going to Die Here
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Wow! I devoured this YA thriller in a single day. It was such a fun, fast-paced ride from beginning to end. I loved the whodunit mystery with its slight slasher vibe. It kept me guessing and eagerly turning the pages.
I don't want to give anything away because this is definitely a book that's best experienced with as few spoilers as possible, but if you enjoy suspenseful YA thrillers with plenty of twists, this one is absolutely worth picking up. I had so much fun reading it!
✨ Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion. ✨
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Wow! I devoured this YA thriller in a single day. It was such a fun, fast-paced ride from beginning to end. I loved the whodunit mystery with its slight slasher vibe. It kept me guessing and eagerly turning the pages.
I don't want to give anything away because this is definitely a book that's best experienced with as few spoilers as possible, but if you enjoy suspenseful YA thrillers with plenty of twists, this one is absolutely worth picking up. I had so much fun reading it!
✨ Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion. ✨
April 1, 2026
3.75 ⭐️
Did this reinvent the wheel? No. Did I have a great time reading it? Absolutely.
The characters are interesting, the setting is cool and the chapters are short with a good hook at the end of each one that makes you want to keep reading. I tore through this in under 24 hours because I was so curious to see what would happen next.
I did guess the plot twists and who was responsible pretty early on, but I didn't mind that. I don't need an ending to absolutely shock me to enjoy a mystery novel. The plot still moves quickly enough that none of the big reveals feel stale or over the top in any way.
The only real complaint I have is that it was a little tough to keep all the characters straight at first. We're introduced to them all at once and then the main debate team takes turns with each chapter, trading off their perspectives as the story continues. That took a minute to get used to and I was getting some of the characters confused at first, but once the story gets going, they do start to stand out from one another. You just need to be patient with it.
Overall, I had fun and I’ll absolutely be looking out for more of Veronica Bane’s work in the future!
Thank you to NetGalley, Random House Children’s Books and Delacorte Press for the eARC of this book!
Did this reinvent the wheel? No. Did I have a great time reading it? Absolutely.
The characters are interesting, the setting is cool and the chapters are short with a good hook at the end of each one that makes you want to keep reading. I tore through this in under 24 hours because I was so curious to see what would happen next.
I did guess the plot twists and who was responsible pretty early on, but I didn't mind that. I don't need an ending to absolutely shock me to enjoy a mystery novel. The plot still moves quickly enough that none of the big reveals feel stale or over the top in any way.
The only real complaint I have is that it was a little tough to keep all the characters straight at first. We're introduced to them all at once and then the main debate team takes turns with each chapter, trading off their perspectives as the story continues. That took a minute to get used to and I was getting some of the characters confused at first, but once the story gets going, they do start to stand out from one another. You just need to be patient with it.
Overall, I had fun and I’ll absolutely be looking out for more of Veronica Bane’s work in the future!
Thank you to NetGalley, Random House Children’s Books and Delacorte Press for the eARC of this book!
May 26, 2026
I got lost in this so quick, I remembered why thrillers used to be my main genre. This is so face-paced, witty, and delivers hilarious lines in such a tense situation. You don’t know who to trust, to the point where you don’t even trust yourself.
Really, who doesn't love seeing teenagers being stupid? And getting into trouble in a remote AirBNB? ALSO THE CRUMBS OF ROMANCE!? Veronica please come to the front. I would eat up like 10 novellas following Avery and her love interest.
If you want something quick that'll give your brain a twist, this is it.
Really, who doesn't love seeing teenagers being stupid? And getting into trouble in a remote AirBNB? ALSO THE CRUMBS OF ROMANCE!? Veronica please come to the front. I would eat up like 10 novellas following Avery and her love interest.
If you want something quick that'll give your brain a twist, this is it.
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May 20, 2026just a few of my thoughts below! my reviews for mysteries and thrillers tend to be relatively casual and brief because i want to avoid giving anything away
this was such an entertaining read! i thought the premise was so fun, and i had a great time piecing together what happened along with the characters. i was able to guess who was involved pretty easily (no spoilers here) but not the full story ofc, so i could still enjoy the twists and turns! rlly liked all the povs, but there was a specific character i hatedd. i will not elaborate further bc again, spoilers. overall, the ending was satisfying to me, and the light sprinkle of romance was quite nice.
this was such an entertaining read! i thought the premise was so fun, and i had a great time piecing together what happened along with the characters. i was able to guess who was involved pretty easily (no spoilers here) but not the full story ofc, so i could still enjoy the twists and turns! rlly liked all the povs, but there was a specific character i hatedd. i will not elaborate further bc again, spoilers. overall, the ending was satisfying to me, and the light sprinkle of romance was quite nice.
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May 10, 20263 stars; review to come September 2026
September 30, 2025
I loved Difficult Girls, so I KNOW I will eat this one up! Veronica Bane is pure magic when it comes to writing thrillers. Manifesting greatness! 🫶
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you NetGalley and Delacorte Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!
If you throw a bunch of competitive debate kids into a remote Airbnb during a massive storm, cut the phone lines, toss in a body, and tell everyone to trust absolutely no one, then you've got “We're All Going to Die Tonight!” by Veronica Bane. And honestly? It was a really fun time.
This is one of those books that wastes absolutely no time. The debate team already can't stand each other before things start going horribly wrong, so the tension is there from page one. Once people start disappearing, getting attacked, and secrets begin spilling out, it turns into a full-on locked-room mystery where literally everyone feels suspicious.
The multiple POVs definitely keep you guessing. I'll admit it took me a little while to remember who everyone was (there are a lot of names flying around at first, especially with how each character has their own unique drama), but once everyone's personalities started standing out, it became part of the fun. Every chapter made me trust whoever was narrating, until the next POV immediately made me suspicious of them again. My suspect list changed about every five pages.
The setting was easily one of my favorite parts. A giant isolated Airbnb in the woods? Torrential rain? No cell service? A severed landline? Yes please. It has all the classic teen thriller ingredients, and the atmosphere delivers. The countdown-style timestamps and cliffhangers at the end of nearly every chapter made this ridiculously easy to binge. I kept telling myself "just one more chapter," and suddenly half the book was gone.
I also liked that the mystery wasn't just about surviving the night. Everyone is carrying baggage before they even arrive at the house, like old grudges, hidden secrets, complicated friendships, and plenty of reasons to distrust one another. The small romance subplot adds a nice break from all the chaos without ever taking over the story.
Some of the twists caught me completely off guard, while others I managed to figure out ahead of time. Either way, the ride was entertaining. The final act throws reveal after reveal at you, and while it occasionally feels like it crams in one twist too many, I still had a blast seeing everything come together. The ending wraps things up nicely and gives the characters some satisfying closure.
My biggest complaint is that some of the characters lean into familiar YA stereotypes at first, and with seven different narrators it can be a little overwhelming until everyone settles into their own voice. But once the story gets moving, it's incredibly hard to put down.
Overall, “We're All Going to Die Tonight!” is a fast, twisty YA thriller that's packed with secrets and locked-room mystery vibes. If you love isolated settings and messy friend groups, then this one is definitely worth adding to your TBR.
If you throw a bunch of competitive debate kids into a remote Airbnb during a massive storm, cut the phone lines, toss in a body, and tell everyone to trust absolutely no one, then you've got “We're All Going to Die Tonight!” by Veronica Bane. And honestly? It was a really fun time.
This is one of those books that wastes absolutely no time. The debate team already can't stand each other before things start going horribly wrong, so the tension is there from page one. Once people start disappearing, getting attacked, and secrets begin spilling out, it turns into a full-on locked-room mystery where literally everyone feels suspicious.
The multiple POVs definitely keep you guessing. I'll admit it took me a little while to remember who everyone was (there are a lot of names flying around at first, especially with how each character has their own unique drama), but once everyone's personalities started standing out, it became part of the fun. Every chapter made me trust whoever was narrating, until the next POV immediately made me suspicious of them again. My suspect list changed about every five pages.
The setting was easily one of my favorite parts. A giant isolated Airbnb in the woods? Torrential rain? No cell service? A severed landline? Yes please. It has all the classic teen thriller ingredients, and the atmosphere delivers. The countdown-style timestamps and cliffhangers at the end of nearly every chapter made this ridiculously easy to binge. I kept telling myself "just one more chapter," and suddenly half the book was gone.
I also liked that the mystery wasn't just about surviving the night. Everyone is carrying baggage before they even arrive at the house, like old grudges, hidden secrets, complicated friendships, and plenty of reasons to distrust one another. The small romance subplot adds a nice break from all the chaos without ever taking over the story.
Some of the twists caught me completely off guard, while others I managed to figure out ahead of time. Either way, the ride was entertaining. The final act throws reveal after reveal at you, and while it occasionally feels like it crams in one twist too many, I still had a blast seeing everything come together. The ending wraps things up nicely and gives the characters some satisfying closure.
My biggest complaint is that some of the characters lean into familiar YA stereotypes at first, and with seven different narrators it can be a little overwhelming until everyone settles into their own voice. But once the story gets moving, it's incredibly hard to put down.
Overall, “We're All Going to Die Tonight!” is a fast, twisty YA thriller that's packed with secrets and locked-room mystery vibes. If you love isolated settings and messy friend groups, then this one is definitely worth adding to your TBR.
July 14, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - 𝓻𝓪𝓽𝓮
N/A - 𝓼𝓹𝓲𝓬𝓮
🔥🔥🔥 - 𝓹𝓵𝓸𝓽
🩸🩸 - 𝓰𝓸𝓻𝓮
🖤 𝓶𝓪𝓲𝓷 𝓬𝓱𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓬𝓽𝓮𝓻𝓼🖤
Avery, Caulder, Marlene, Kaitlyn, Lucas, & Emerson
🖤 𝓽𝓻𝓸𝓹𝓮𝓼🖤
📕debate club
📕murder mystery
📕manipulation
📕seven POVs
📕deadly secrets
🖤𝓺𝓾𝓸𝓽𝓮𝓼🖤
“I’ll destroy them all. Every last one of them. Because they deserve to pay.”
“Panic is the enemy of victory.”
“Because, when you really think about it, the truth is so much more flexible than you want it to be.”
🖤 𝓻𝓮𝓿𝓲𝓮𝔀🖤
We’re All Going To Die Tonight is a suspenseful, murder whodunnit with a twist! Bane gifts us readers with a compelling storyline with an ending you won’t see coming. The multi-POV lets you understand the story from all the character’s viewpoint and reasoning. It’s fast-paced and has a plot that pulls you into all its twists and turns that unravel by the end.
*spoilers*
The students of the Coastal Canyon debate team are down when they suffer a loss for their school. But things aren’t looking up for them when their travel van unexpectedly gets a flat in the middle of nowhere. With no spare that’s accessible, they decide to make the walk towards an old Airbnb that they were able to score. A place that is out of cell range and offers no WiFi.
After arriving, the teachers that accompanied them on the travel decide to call it a night, informing the teens that they should do the same. But after their day, they aren’t ready to sleep. Instead, they play a rather personal game of truth or dare with each other since there’s not much else to do in the house.
While playing, a couple of the teens are told to enter the closet like a form of seven minutes in heaven. But when they come out, everyone’s gone. And while walking around the house, they come across one of their classmates lying face down in a pool of blood. Even weirder, the teachers don’t seem to be in their rooms when going to them for help.
One by one, the students come out from their hiding and take notice of the body and the room splattered with blood, as another student explains that someone else was in the room with them and got away. But the further you get into the story, the more secrets are unfolded. The more secrets are spilled, the less they start to believe each other until everyone is nervous to believe anyone anymore. The ending will absolutely warp your mind into how chaotic people can be at times and how willing they are to take justice into their own hands.
🖤𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓻𝓪𝓵𝓵🖤
I was grasped by the cover and the author (who wrote Difficult Girls) and I was pulled by the storyline. It’s a cleverly written whodunnit, like Cry Wolf mixed with Scream and Bodies Bodies Bodies in a way. The characters were likable. The suspense had me needing to know how these students and faculty were dropping like flies. As my second read from the author, I am definitely adding her to my must-read lists.
**no AI was used to generate any part of this review**
N/A - 𝓼𝓹𝓲𝓬𝓮
🔥🔥🔥 - 𝓹𝓵𝓸𝓽
🩸🩸 - 𝓰𝓸𝓻𝓮
🖤 𝓶𝓪𝓲𝓷 𝓬𝓱𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓬𝓽𝓮𝓻𝓼🖤
Avery, Caulder, Marlene, Kaitlyn, Lucas, & Emerson
🖤 𝓽𝓻𝓸𝓹𝓮𝓼🖤
📕debate club
📕murder mystery
📕manipulation
📕seven POVs
📕deadly secrets
🖤𝓺𝓾𝓸𝓽𝓮𝓼🖤
“I’ll destroy them all. Every last one of them. Because they deserve to pay.”
“Panic is the enemy of victory.”
“Because, when you really think about it, the truth is so much more flexible than you want it to be.”
🖤 𝓻𝓮𝓿𝓲𝓮𝔀🖤
We’re All Going To Die Tonight is a suspenseful, murder whodunnit with a twist! Bane gifts us readers with a compelling storyline with an ending you won’t see coming. The multi-POV lets you understand the story from all the character’s viewpoint and reasoning. It’s fast-paced and has a plot that pulls you into all its twists and turns that unravel by the end.
*spoilers*
The students of the Coastal Canyon debate team are down when they suffer a loss for their school. But things aren’t looking up for them when their travel van unexpectedly gets a flat in the middle of nowhere. With no spare that’s accessible, they decide to make the walk towards an old Airbnb that they were able to score. A place that is out of cell range and offers no WiFi.
After arriving, the teachers that accompanied them on the travel decide to call it a night, informing the teens that they should do the same. But after their day, they aren’t ready to sleep. Instead, they play a rather personal game of truth or dare with each other since there’s not much else to do in the house.
While playing, a couple of the teens are told to enter the closet like a form of seven minutes in heaven. But when they come out, everyone’s gone. And while walking around the house, they come across one of their classmates lying face down in a pool of blood. Even weirder, the teachers don’t seem to be in their rooms when going to them for help.
One by one, the students come out from their hiding and take notice of the body and the room splattered with blood, as another student explains that someone else was in the room with them and got away. But the further you get into the story, the more secrets are unfolded. The more secrets are spilled, the less they start to believe each other until everyone is nervous to believe anyone anymore. The ending will absolutely warp your mind into how chaotic people can be at times and how willing they are to take justice into their own hands.
🖤𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓻𝓪𝓵𝓵🖤
I was grasped by the cover and the author (who wrote Difficult Girls) and I was pulled by the storyline. It’s a cleverly written whodunnit, like Cry Wolf mixed with Scream and Bodies Bodies Bodies in a way. The characters were likable. The suspense had me needing to know how these students and faculty were dropping like flies. As my second read from the author, I am definitely adding her to my must-read lists.
**no AI was used to generate any part of this review**
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I gave We're All Going to Die Tonight three stars, and honestly, it was fine. Not bad, not amazing—just one of those super quick, easy thrillers that you fly through and then immediately wish had just a little bit more "umph" to it.
The story follows a high school debate team stuck together at a remote Airbnb during what feels like the storm of the century. Tensions are already high after a big loss, and everyone has their own messy history with each other. Then things take a turn: a flat tire strands them, communication gets cut off, someone ends up unconscious, and casually, a body shows up outside. From there, it's very much a "no one is safe, trust absolutely nobody" situation where the danger could be coming from inside the house... or from somewhere out in the woods.
I really enjoyed the setup. The isolated setting, the storm, the whole locked-room vibe—it had all the ingredients I usually eat right up. Character wise, Avery and Caulder were definitely the standouts for me. They felt the most grounded and interesting in a group of pretty chaotic, selfish, and intense people.
But here's where it lost me a bit: the execution just didn't match the potential. It starts off feeling high-stakes and super tense, like anything could happen at any second. Then somewhere along the way, that tension kind of... fizzles. It turns into a lot of running through the woods, checking rooms, splitting up, regrouping, repeat. After a while it started to feel repetitive instead of suspenseful.
And the ending...it just didn't hit as hard as I wanted to/it should have. For a book that builds itself around this shocking, life-or-death night, the payoff felt a little flat.
Overall, it's not a bad read at all—if you want something fast, slightly creepy, and easy to get through, it definitely delivers that. I just wish that stakes had stayed as high as they felt in the beginning and that the ending packed more of a punch.
If you love locked-room, cut off from the world YA thrillers, you may enjoy this more—but for me, this one just didn't stick the landing.
*Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher, Delacorte Press, for sharing this eARC with me in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based off of an uncorrected proof which did not sway my opinion either way.
The story follows a high school debate team stuck together at a remote Airbnb during what feels like the storm of the century. Tensions are already high after a big loss, and everyone has their own messy history with each other. Then things take a turn: a flat tire strands them, communication gets cut off, someone ends up unconscious, and casually, a body shows up outside. From there, it's very much a "no one is safe, trust absolutely nobody" situation where the danger could be coming from inside the house... or from somewhere out in the woods.
I really enjoyed the setup. The isolated setting, the storm, the whole locked-room vibe—it had all the ingredients I usually eat right up. Character wise, Avery and Caulder were definitely the standouts for me. They felt the most grounded and interesting in a group of pretty chaotic, selfish, and intense people.
But here's where it lost me a bit: the execution just didn't match the potential. It starts off feeling high-stakes and super tense, like anything could happen at any second. Then somewhere along the way, that tension kind of... fizzles. It turns into a lot of running through the woods, checking rooms, splitting up, regrouping, repeat. After a while it started to feel repetitive instead of suspenseful.
And the ending...it just didn't hit as hard as I wanted to/it should have. For a book that builds itself around this shocking, life-or-death night, the payoff felt a little flat.
Overall, it's not a bad read at all—if you want something fast, slightly creepy, and easy to get through, it definitely delivers that. I just wish that stakes had stayed as high as they felt in the beginning and that the ending packed more of a punch.
If you love locked-room, cut off from the world YA thrillers, you may enjoy this more—but for me, this one just didn't stick the landing.
*Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher, Delacorte Press, for sharing this eARC with me in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based off of an uncorrected proof which did not sway my opinion either way.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to Veronica Bane and Delacorte Press for this copy in exchange for an honest review.
This was such a fun and chaotic murder mystery centered around one of the most toxic debate teams I’ve ever read about. The story follows a group of competitive high school debaters who end up stranded on their way back from a tournament and make their way to a remote Airbnb mansion in the middle of the woods. From the very beginning, the tension between the characters is obvious—rivalries, grudges, and secrets are simmering under the surface.
The book opens from Avery’s perspective, a perfectionist and co-captain of the debate team who is extremely observant of everyone around them. Their inner monologue immediately sets a slightly unsettling tone, especially as they analyze their teammates and teachers with almost clinical precision. Once the group arrives at the isolated Airbnb with no Wi-Fi and nothing to do, they decide to play a game that quickly spirals into something far more serious. When things suddenly go wrong, the night turns into a tense whodunnit where no one is sure who they can trust.
I really enjoyed the multiple POV structure because it lets you see different sides of the same situation as the group starts splitting up and trying to figure out what happened. Each character brings their own secrets and motivations to the table, and the shifting perspectives make the mystery feel unpredictable the entire time.
The remote Airbnb setting works perfectly for the story. Being stuck in a huge house deep in the woods with no way to easily contact help adds a lot of tension, and the atmosphere becomes increasingly chaotic as the night unfolds.
Overall, this was a really entertaining YA thriller with a strong ensemble cast, messy character dynamics, and plenty of twists. If you like locked-room style mysteries, toxic friend groups, and fast-paced stories that unfold over the course of one wild night, this one is definitely worth checking out!
This was such a fun and chaotic murder mystery centered around one of the most toxic debate teams I’ve ever read about. The story follows a group of competitive high school debaters who end up stranded on their way back from a tournament and make their way to a remote Airbnb mansion in the middle of the woods. From the very beginning, the tension between the characters is obvious—rivalries, grudges, and secrets are simmering under the surface.
The book opens from Avery’s perspective, a perfectionist and co-captain of the debate team who is extremely observant of everyone around them. Their inner monologue immediately sets a slightly unsettling tone, especially as they analyze their teammates and teachers with almost clinical precision. Once the group arrives at the isolated Airbnb with no Wi-Fi and nothing to do, they decide to play a game that quickly spirals into something far more serious. When things suddenly go wrong, the night turns into a tense whodunnit where no one is sure who they can trust.
I really enjoyed the multiple POV structure because it lets you see different sides of the same situation as the group starts splitting up and trying to figure out what happened. Each character brings their own secrets and motivations to the table, and the shifting perspectives make the mystery feel unpredictable the entire time.
The remote Airbnb setting works perfectly for the story. Being stuck in a huge house deep in the woods with no way to easily contact help adds a lot of tension, and the atmosphere becomes increasingly chaotic as the night unfolds.
Overall, this was a really entertaining YA thriller with a strong ensemble cast, messy character dynamics, and plenty of twists. If you like locked-room style mysteries, toxic friend groups, and fast-paced stories that unfold over the course of one wild night, this one is definitely worth checking out!
June 18, 2026
Man do I love YA mystery/thriller/horror books! We're All Going to Die Tonight was a fun and fast paced read. A high school debate team gets stranded at a remote Airbnb during a dark and stormy night. Students are attacked, weird noises are happening, and a body turns up? Sign me up!! (Not for this trip...for reading this book).
The book is told through several points of view of the students. At first I was a little concerned that the multiple POV's were going to be confusing, but I actually liked the way the author chose to tell this story. The POV's didn't overlap and go back and retell events from another POV, which is something I get annoyed with in books, and I never had trouble keeping straight whose POV I was reading from.
I always enjoy trying to solve the mystery in books like this and although I did get some predictions right other twists took me by surprise! I liked how different all the characters were and how they reacted differently to the events that were happening. In this genre of book, characters often make stupid mistakes that make you want to scream at your book, but in the YA version of this genre you can forgive these decisions because, after all, they're a bunch of stupid teenagers. I think Kaitlyn and Javi were my favorite characters because Katlyn's brashness was balanced with her sweet relationship with level-headed Javi. I also liked Marlene's meekness mixed with her occasionally surprising bravery.
This book gives these teens real-life issues to deal with along with everything happening at their Airbnb: anxiety, panic attacks, racism, homophobia, and sexual assault (not on page or described). I appreciated that the teens felt real and whole. Although a longer book would have allowed them to gain more depth but made the book less fast paced so I'm okay with the compromise here.
We're All Going to Die Tonight was a fast read that I blew through because of the short chapters, the changing POVs, and the quick pace of the story. If you like YA thrillers you'll love this one!
The book is told through several points of view of the students. At first I was a little concerned that the multiple POV's were going to be confusing, but I actually liked the way the author chose to tell this story. The POV's didn't overlap and go back and retell events from another POV, which is something I get annoyed with in books, and I never had trouble keeping straight whose POV I was reading from.
I always enjoy trying to solve the mystery in books like this and although I did get some predictions right other twists took me by surprise! I liked how different all the characters were and how they reacted differently to the events that were happening. In this genre of book, characters often make stupid mistakes that make you want to scream at your book, but in the YA version of this genre you can forgive these decisions because, after all, they're a bunch of stupid teenagers. I think Kaitlyn and Javi were my favorite characters because Katlyn's brashness was balanced with her sweet relationship with level-headed Javi. I also liked Marlene's meekness mixed with her occasionally surprising bravery.
This book gives these teens real-life issues to deal with along with everything happening at their Airbnb: anxiety, panic attacks, racism, homophobia, and sexual assault (not on page or described). I appreciated that the teens felt real and whole. Although a longer book would have allowed them to gain more depth but made the book less fast paced so I'm okay with the compromise here.
We're All Going to Die Tonight was a fast read that I blew through because of the short chapters, the changing POVs, and the quick pace of the story. If you like YA thrillers you'll love this one!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
The Coastal Canyon High School debate team is on their way home after losing a competition when right before their planned stop at an Airbnb the school van blows a tire. With no spare tire, the seven students and three chaperones must make their way though the woods in a heavy wind and rainstorm to their accommodations for the night. Just as they start to settle in for the night, things begin to take a turn for the worse as two students are attacked inside the Airbnb and one teacher is found dead outside. With a severed land line and no way to call for help, what ensues is a night of pure terror as the remaining students and chaperones navigate trying to figure out what - or who - exactly is the threat. It is a night that will test them all, and no relationship is sacred.
I did figure out a good portion of the ending fairly early on, however, Bane included enough twists and turns in the plot to keep me focused and wanting to read more. I also appreciated how all of the characters were flawed and there were no true winners with the outcome. I did find that it was a bit difficult to track all the different narrators, especially towards the beginning of the novel. This is something my students tend to complain about when there are more than two different narrators, and with seven different perspectives, I have a feeling that some of them might not stick with the story to see it all the way though. I also found it a bit hard to believe that the adults in the novel would go along with the final rehashing of the events of the evening, especially when talking with the authorities. Overall, it was a fast paced plot that had me captivated and kept me turning the pages.
4 Stars Ages 15 - 18 Lots of language, especially the “F” word, underage drinking, references to rape & sexual assult
I did figure out a good portion of the ending fairly early on, however, Bane included enough twists and turns in the plot to keep me focused and wanting to read more. I also appreciated how all of the characters were flawed and there were no true winners with the outcome. I did find that it was a bit difficult to track all the different narrators, especially towards the beginning of the novel. This is something my students tend to complain about when there are more than two different narrators, and with seven different perspectives, I have a feeling that some of them might not stick with the story to see it all the way though. I also found it a bit hard to believe that the adults in the novel would go along with the final rehashing of the events of the evening, especially when talking with the authorities. Overall, it was a fast paced plot that had me captivated and kept me turning the pages.
4 Stars Ages 15 - 18 Lots of language, especially the “F” word, underage drinking, references to rape & sexual assult
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
The plot is going 100 mph. No brakes. No chill. The writing is solid and without any major plot holes that I noticed.
So many plot twists your neck is gonna hurt. Prepare for whiplash.
I wasn't expecting to get a POV from ALL seven students. Two POVs? Great. I can even do three. But once you hit four or more, it just gets messy. And why do authors who already have a ton of POVs want to add that one character who calls everyone by their last name? Oh, Grant... cool, but was that Calder or Lucas? It's just more to keep track of. It took me almost half the book to finally lock in who everyone was and how they fit with each other.
This book also just gave me a PR for fastest whodunit guess that was correct.
During the table of contents…
When I was scrolling the contents (getting irritated at all those POVs) I noted how many times we were gonna go into each persons head, and how infrequently into others and immediately said, “Yep, that one is involved” imagine my shock during the reveal when I was right. It was also painfully obvious very shortly into meeting these people the other suspect because the author leaned hard into stereotypes instead of making it more shocking. Never in my life have I clocked something this fast and that almost made me wanna cry.
Admittedly I did NOT guess the motive.
The plot was good and a fun ride, but it got bogged down by so many POVs. And it never really tried to make who set everything in motion a surprise, even though the twists kept throwing red herrings at you. It kept it from being as suspenseful as it could have been.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for this advance copy in exchange for an honest review. Opinions are my own.
So many plot twists your neck is gonna hurt. Prepare for whiplash.
I wasn't expecting to get a POV from ALL seven students. Two POVs? Great. I can even do three. But once you hit four or more, it just gets messy. And why do authors who already have a ton of POVs want to add that one character who calls everyone by their last name? Oh, Grant... cool, but was that Calder or Lucas? It's just more to keep track of. It took me almost half the book to finally lock in who everyone was and how they fit with each other.
This book also just gave me a PR for fastest whodunit guess that was correct.
During the table of contents…
When I was scrolling the contents (getting irritated at all those POVs) I noted how many times we were gonna go into each persons head, and how infrequently into others and immediately said, “Yep, that one is involved” imagine my shock during the reveal when I was right. It was also painfully obvious very shortly into meeting these people the other suspect because the author leaned hard into stereotypes instead of making it more shocking. Never in my life have I clocked something this fast and that almost made me wanna cry.
Admittedly I did NOT guess the motive.
The plot was good and a fun ride, but it got bogged down by so many POVs. And it never really tried to make who set everything in motion a surprise, even though the twists kept throwing red herrings at you. It kept it from being as suspenseful as it could have been.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for this advance copy in exchange for an honest review. Opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
A very solid YA thriller that I read exclusively after 11pm and succeeded in scaring myself to the point of hiding under the covers!
Seven students and three teachers find themselves in a harrowing situation after their van gets a flat tire on the way to their Airbnb after a competition loss leaves them all in the dumps. It doesn't help that a terrible storm also happens to be that exact night and everyone is already on edge...and things only get worse when one of the students mysteriously ends up unconscious and there's a dead body outside. Tensions are high, no one knows who they can trust, and at this point, no one knows if they'll even make it till morning.
I really did have a good time with this one and definitely scared myself quite a bit by choosing to read it in the middle of the night. The story is told from multiple POVs of the students, which normally I wouldn't enjoy but the way it was done in this book really worked. Chapters were quick and most of them ended in a way that made you want to keep reading.
There were a few characters I liked and one I couldn't stand, but that was the whole point of his character. I think the story made sense in the way that the main characters acted like I thought teens would in this scenario, so it was nice to feel completely immersed in the storyline.
My only gripe with this was that the ending felt almost too quick once I learned what was actually going on and while I think it was a solid ending, I still almost was left wanting a little more drama. Am I the problem? Possibly! Overall a good solid read that I'd definitely recommend for spooky season.
Thank you to Random House | Delacorte Press for the eARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Seven students and three teachers find themselves in a harrowing situation after their van gets a flat tire on the way to their Airbnb after a competition loss leaves them all in the dumps. It doesn't help that a terrible storm also happens to be that exact night and everyone is already on edge...and things only get worse when one of the students mysteriously ends up unconscious and there's a dead body outside. Tensions are high, no one knows who they can trust, and at this point, no one knows if they'll even make it till morning.
I really did have a good time with this one and definitely scared myself quite a bit by choosing to read it in the middle of the night. The story is told from multiple POVs of the students, which normally I wouldn't enjoy but the way it was done in this book really worked. Chapters were quick and most of them ended in a way that made you want to keep reading.
There were a few characters I liked and one I couldn't stand, but that was the whole point of his character. I think the story made sense in the way that the main characters acted like I thought teens would in this scenario, so it was nice to feel completely immersed in the storyline.
My only gripe with this was that the ending felt almost too quick once I learned what was actually going on and while I think it was a solid ending, I still almost was left wanting a little more drama. Am I the problem? Possibly! Overall a good solid read that I'd definitely recommend for spooky season.
Thank you to Random House | Delacorte Press for the eARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
April 9, 2026
The book sounded interesting, but I try not to read a lot of descriptions or reviews so I would form my unbiased opinion. I don’t know how I missed it, but this book is marked as young adult as well as thriller, and I think my rating/review is the way it is because of that. I love mysteries/thrillers (that was the section I was picking my read from), but the moment I started reading this book, I could see why it’s young adult.
The story is interesting, and I loved how the author told it from different peoples perspective. That’s basically where my 3 star rating is - the missing 2 stars are for the weak plot and execution. There’s a lot of things that are easy to guess, there are some things that only explained at the end, but overall all the “problems” feel childish (which is forgivable since teenagers are the main characters in the book). Most of the action in this book is happening during a few hours, and somehow it just doesn’t seem like long enough time for how much has happened. I also kept catching myself thinking about how not logical or unrealistic certain things are.
SPOILER - Also, I don’t know if I missed it, because I was rushing to finish reading towards the end, but when Avery thinks that she saw someone going into the woods at the beginning of the book, I kept waiting until that person is finally revealed and they had the how he was working with Emerson… only to be disappointed that there was no one. I don’t think I missed it, but it’s such a missed opportunity to make the book creepier.
The story is interesting, and I loved how the author told it from different peoples perspective. That’s basically where my 3 star rating is - the missing 2 stars are for the weak plot and execution. There’s a lot of things that are easy to guess, there are some things that only explained at the end, but overall all the “problems” feel childish (which is forgivable since teenagers are the main characters in the book). Most of the action in this book is happening during a few hours, and somehow it just doesn’t seem like long enough time for how much has happened. I also kept catching myself thinking about how not logical or unrealistic certain things are.
SPOILER - Also, I don’t know if I missed it, because I was rushing to finish reading towards the end, but when Avery thinks that she saw someone going into the woods at the beginning of the book, I kept waiting until that person is finally revealed and they had the how he was working with Emerson… only to be disappointed that there was no one. I don’t think I missed it, but it’s such a missed opportunity to make the book creepier.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
We’re All Going to Die Tonight had an intriguing premise and enough twists to keep me reading, but ultimately it didn’t quite come together for me.
The story follows a group of teens and their chaperones on a trip that quickly spirals into secrets, betrayals, and multiple life-or-death situations. There were definitely moments that pulled me in, and I found myself wanting to know how everything would play out.
My biggest issue was with the characterization. Many of the teens felt more like stereotypes than actual teenagers. We have the rule-follower, the rich boy, the content creator, the athlete, the mysterious new girl, and more. While archetypes can work well in thrillers, these characters often felt one-dimensional, making it difficult to connect with them or fully invest in their stories.
The final reveal section was also a bit too much for me. The ending packed twist after twist into a very short span, and instead of increasing the tension, it became overwhelming. Every time I thought I understood what had happened, another reveal was added. By the end, it felt more chaotic than shocking.
That said, I can’t say I was bored. The premise was fun, the pacing kept me turning pages, and there were several entertaining moments throughout. While this one didn’t fully work for me, readers who enjoy YA thrillers with lots of twists and dramatic reveals may have a better experience.
Overall, this was an entertaining but uneven read.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
The story follows a group of teens and their chaperones on a trip that quickly spirals into secrets, betrayals, and multiple life-or-death situations. There were definitely moments that pulled me in, and I found myself wanting to know how everything would play out.
My biggest issue was with the characterization. Many of the teens felt more like stereotypes than actual teenagers. We have the rule-follower, the rich boy, the content creator, the athlete, the mysterious new girl, and more. While archetypes can work well in thrillers, these characters often felt one-dimensional, making it difficult to connect with them or fully invest in their stories.
The final reveal section was also a bit too much for me. The ending packed twist after twist into a very short span, and instead of increasing the tension, it became overwhelming. Every time I thought I understood what had happened, another reveal was added. By the end, it felt more chaotic than shocking.
That said, I can’t say I was bored. The premise was fun, the pacing kept me turning pages, and there were several entertaining moments throughout. While this one didn’t fully work for me, readers who enjoy YA thrillers with lots of twists and dramatic reveals may have a better experience.
Overall, this was an entertaining but uneven read.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I love a good locked-room mystery, so the premise of We're All Going to Die Tonight immediately had my attention. A high school debate team. A remote Airbnb in the middle of the woods. A brutal storm. No way to call for help. Throw in a body, plenty of secrets, and a group of teens who don't exactly trust each other, and I was hooked.
This was a fast-paced YA thriller that kept me flying through the pages. The short chapters and multiple POVs made it incredibly bingeable, and I found myself constantly saying, "Just one more chapter." While it took me a little time to keep all of the characters straight in the beginning, they quickly developed distinct personalities as the story unfolded.
The isolated setting was easily one of my favorite parts. Veronica Bane created an eerie atmosphere that perfectly captured the feeling of being trapped with people who all seem capable of hiding something. The debate team dynamics were messy, competitive, and full of tension, making it impossible to know who to trust.
I did figure out several of the twists before the reveal, so the ending wasn't quite as shocking as I'd hoped. Even so, I still had a great time with the ride. The mystery kept moving, the pacing stayed strong, and the story was simply a lot of fun to read.
If you're looking for a quick, entertaining YA thriller packed with secrets, stormy nights, toxic friendships, and locked-room mystery vibes, this is definitely one to add to your fall TBR.
Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Children's Books for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
This was a fast-paced YA thriller that kept me flying through the pages. The short chapters and multiple POVs made it incredibly bingeable, and I found myself constantly saying, "Just one more chapter." While it took me a little time to keep all of the characters straight in the beginning, they quickly developed distinct personalities as the story unfolded.
The isolated setting was easily one of my favorite parts. Veronica Bane created an eerie atmosphere that perfectly captured the feeling of being trapped with people who all seem capable of hiding something. The debate team dynamics were messy, competitive, and full of tension, making it impossible to know who to trust.
I did figure out several of the twists before the reveal, so the ending wasn't quite as shocking as I'd hoped. Even so, I still had a great time with the ride. The mystery kept moving, the pacing stayed strong, and the story was simply a lot of fun to read.
If you're looking for a quick, entertaining YA thriller packed with secrets, stormy nights, toxic friendships, and locked-room mystery vibes, this is definitely one to add to your fall TBR.
Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Children's Books for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you Delacorte Press and Netgalley for this eARC, these opinions are my own. This one kept me guessing! The Costal Canyon debate team are returning for a debate tournament that they unfortunately lost. Avery, Caulder, Lucas, Emerson, Javi, Kaitlyn, and Marlene don’t all get along but they have to try to work together for the team. On their way home they, along with their three chaperones, are staying in a remote Airbnb that Emerson hooked up for them. Their night gets off to a rocky start when the van breaks done and they have to walk through the woods to get there. As the night wears on they are soon at each others throats, each trying to get arise out of the others. See they all have secrets. Then two of them are attacked. And two of their chaperones are missing. And then they find the body. Now stuck in a remote location, in a storm, with no service, no vehicle, the roads being washed out, and someone having cut the phone line, they’ll have to try and survive the night. But who is the murderer? Does someone else know that they are there or is one of them a killer as well? It soon becomes clear that the night isn’t over and some is still out to get them. Everyone’s got secrets, but is someone’s murder? A fast paced thriller that had me hooked! I needed to know all their secrets and who was behind it all! Veronica Bane writes a twisty suspense mystery that kept me guessing!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
2.5
This is one of those books that shows how having too many POVs can be its own downfall. All seven members of the debate team have POV chapters in this book, and because of that, it's extremely obvious how things will play out. I figured out the main whodunnit aspect before the first attack even happened. The three female characters are the only ones with any substance anyway, and given the topics covered in this book, I think it would've been better had they been the sole narrators.
Which brings me to my next point. I appreciate the attempt at social commentary, but it's so over the top that it lacks any intended impact. Sexism, racism, classism, and SA are obviously things that teenagers go through, but the dialogue in which it was conveyed felt so unnatural. It was like the characters were talking directly to the reader instead of to each other, which I think undermines the audience's intelligence.
I think the other problem is that all of these topics are hot right now in YA literature, especially in the thriller space. It's hard to find new releases these days that don't include . And unfortunately, I think all of these have been addressed better in other books, offering more than just the surface level commentary you'll find here.
This is one of those books that shows how having too many POVs can be its own downfall. All seven members of the debate team have POV chapters in this book, and because of that, it's extremely obvious how things will play out. I figured out the main whodunnit aspect before the first attack even happened. The three female characters are the only ones with any substance anyway, and given the topics covered in this book, I think it would've been better had they been the sole narrators.
Which brings me to my next point. I appreciate the attempt at social commentary, but it's so over the top that it lacks any intended impact. Sexism, racism, classism, and SA are obviously things that teenagers go through, but the dialogue in which it was conveyed felt so unnatural. It was like the characters were talking directly to the reader instead of to each other, which I think undermines the audience's intelligence.
I think the other problem is that all of these topics are hot right now in YA literature, especially in the thriller space. It's hard to find new releases these days that don't include . And unfortunately, I think all of these have been addressed better in other books, offering more than just the surface level commentary you'll find here.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
We’re All Going to Die Tonight! by Veronica Bane
⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ but rounded up
Thank you to Random House Children’s Books and NetGalley for the eARC!
We’re All Going to Die Tonight! kicks off with seven teens forced to spend a stormy night together after their “death van” gets a flat tire on the way back from a debate competition. The Coastal Canyon debate team ends up stranded in an Airbnb with no internet and no cell service… what could possibly go wrong?
Everything.
Past relationships, new couples, jealous classmates, and missing teachers all collide, leading to a night of unraveling tensions—and murder.
Veronica Bane does a great job using multiple POVs across the seven students. You’ll definitely have strong opinions about these characters—you like who you like, and you loathe who you loathe. Emersynn especially got under my skin with his privilege and the racially insensitive comments toward his teammates. Kaitlyn was equally frustrating, blinded by jealousy despite having a great new boyfriend right in front of her. And Caulder/Avery… that storyline will have you hooked, trying to piece together what’s really going on.
Bane keeps the tension high with secrets, shifting dynamics, and a solid whodunit that keeps you guessing. This YA mystery/thriller makes for a perfect read on a dark, stormy night.
⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ but rounded up
Thank you to Random House Children’s Books and NetGalley for the eARC!
We’re All Going to Die Tonight! kicks off with seven teens forced to spend a stormy night together after their “death van” gets a flat tire on the way back from a debate competition. The Coastal Canyon debate team ends up stranded in an Airbnb with no internet and no cell service… what could possibly go wrong?
Everything.
Past relationships, new couples, jealous classmates, and missing teachers all collide, leading to a night of unraveling tensions—and murder.
Veronica Bane does a great job using multiple POVs across the seven students. You’ll definitely have strong opinions about these characters—you like who you like, and you loathe who you loathe. Emersynn especially got under my skin with his privilege and the racially insensitive comments toward his teammates. Kaitlyn was equally frustrating, blinded by jealousy despite having a great new boyfriend right in front of her. And Caulder/Avery… that storyline will have you hooked, trying to piece together what’s really going on.
Bane keeps the tension high with secrets, shifting dynamics, and a solid whodunit that keeps you guessing. This YA mystery/thriller makes for a perfect read on a dark, stormy night.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5 STARS
this was a super suspenseful and thrilling read about a high school debate team and their teachers spending the night at a nice Airbnb when things take a very dark turn. it is a multi-POV which i personally enjoyed, but i know others get iffy about it. it wasn't at all hard to keep up with though, as each chapter is labeled with whose POV you're reading and you very quickly learn their personalities. each character brings something to the table and adds to the suspense because they all have secrets. you don't know who to trust and it's so easy to wonder if any one of the teens or their chaperones are responsible, or worse... there's really someone out there to get them.
i'm not gonna lie and say i didn't have an idea who to blame, but the way their all secrets unfold, and their truths get aired out is mind-blowing. you start to really feel for certain characters and understand why they are the way they are. there is also a subplot of romance in here, which didn't take too much away from what was happening. if anything, just like the stormy atmosphere, it added to the intensity to the story. who's willing to do whatever it takes to protect someone they care about?
my only gripe with this book, and explain docking one star, was how the big revelation towards the end happened a bit too fast. i feel like the reaction from some of the characters wasn't big enough, considering how traumatic everything had been. i would have imagined a much bigger fight breaking out. plus, at the end, how could the survivors get away with such a story? what about all the potential evidence cops could find that wouldn't corroborate what they said happened? i guess a part of me really wanted to see how they all ended up after the fact.
with that said, would i recommend it? YES. i truly enjoyed it. despite it being YA, i really appreciated how flawed the characters were and how the author wrote characters with their own personal struggles concerning mental health, trauma, racism, anger, SA, etc. it was handled delicately, but also realistically. that alone deserves a big round of applause and makes this a must-read for fellow thriller enthusiasts.
shout out to the author and publisher for allowing me the privilege of reading this book in advanced via NetGalley. i leave this review of my own volition. all thoughts and opinions are mine.
this was a super suspenseful and thrilling read about a high school debate team and their teachers spending the night at a nice Airbnb when things take a very dark turn. it is a multi-POV which i personally enjoyed, but i know others get iffy about it. it wasn't at all hard to keep up with though, as each chapter is labeled with whose POV you're reading and you very quickly learn their personalities. each character brings something to the table and adds to the suspense because they all have secrets. you don't know who to trust and it's so easy to wonder if any one of the teens or their chaperones are responsible, or worse... there's really someone out there to get them.
i'm not gonna lie and say i didn't have an idea who to blame, but the way their all secrets unfold, and their truths get aired out is mind-blowing. you start to really feel for certain characters and understand why they are the way they are. there is also a subplot of romance in here, which didn't take too much away from what was happening. if anything, just like the stormy atmosphere, it added to the intensity to the story. who's willing to do whatever it takes to protect someone they care about?
my only gripe with this book, and explain docking one star, was how the big revelation towards the end happened a bit too fast. i feel like the reaction from some of the characters wasn't big enough, considering how traumatic everything had been. i would have imagined a much bigger fight breaking out. plus, at the end, how could the survivors get away with such a story? what about all the potential evidence cops could find that wouldn't corroborate what they said happened? i guess a part of me really wanted to see how they all ended up after the fact.
with that said, would i recommend it? YES. i truly enjoyed it. despite it being YA, i really appreciated how flawed the characters were and how the author wrote characters with their own personal struggles concerning mental health, trauma, racism, anger, SA, etc. it was handled delicately, but also realistically. that alone deserves a big round of applause and makes this a must-read for fellow thriller enthusiasts.
shout out to the author and publisher for allowing me the privilege of reading this book in advanced via NetGalley. i leave this review of my own volition. all thoughts and opinions are mine.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
although I am not traditionally a horror reader, like anyone with taste, I love scream so I knew I had to read this. about 20% in, though, I knew I was screwed because I cared so much about the characters that I was really anxious about this being a slasher lol.
WE’RE ALL GOING TO DIE TONIGHT follows a group of high school students who are all in debate club. while traveling back from a competition, they get stuck in their eerie airbnb and soon, they’re all trying to escape a murderer and keep each other alive.
like I said, horror is not the first book genre I reach for, but this book was so well-crafted. from eerie moments that had my hair standing on end (creepy record player you really had your moment) to plot reveals I didn’t see coming, the story was deliberate but also messy in the way that every good slasher should be.
the tension and yearning that we get in the romantic relationships is excellent. the balance of horror elements is also done really well for a YA novel. I really enjoyed this book. it had my pulse racing and kept me up late reading. and gave me characters that I really cared about. highly recommend!
playlist:
-Give it Up by KC & The Sunshine Band
-Psycho Killer by Talking Heads
-Wicked Ones by Dorothy
-Terrible Thing by AG
-Your Racist Friend by They Might Be Giants
WE’RE ALL GOING TO DIE TONIGHT follows a group of high school students who are all in debate club. while traveling back from a competition, they get stuck in their eerie airbnb and soon, they’re all trying to escape a murderer and keep each other alive.
like I said, horror is not the first book genre I reach for, but this book was so well-crafted. from eerie moments that had my hair standing on end (creepy record player you really had your moment) to plot reveals I didn’t see coming, the story was deliberate but also messy in the way that every good slasher should be.
the tension and yearning that we get in the romantic relationships is excellent. the balance of horror elements is also done really well for a YA novel. I really enjoyed this book. it had my pulse racing and kept me up late reading. and gave me characters that I really cared about. highly recommend!
playlist:
-Give it Up by KC & The Sunshine Band
-Psycho Killer by Talking Heads
-Wicked Ones by Dorothy
-Terrible Thing by AG
-Your Racist Friend by They Might Be Giants
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Enjoyed the set up to the mix up of teen characters as well as the chaperones.
The vibes of Teen Thrillers when they add in that no phone signal, middle of nowhere, large airbnb, and rain storms in the middle of the night is always a favorite. It sets a mood.
What stood out to me was the complex nature of the characters and how it ends up tying into the events of the book.
Especially enjoyed the time stamps.
When a thriller adds the time stamps & takes place in a singular night it creates such a fast pace for the book which I devoured in a singular night btw.
Admittedly, I was able to clock the character or characters responsible right away.
Before the grand reveal.
There was one impressive red herring but alas I was able to identify it as such.
I was surprised as to how it tied together.
Feel like the story that was told to the cops seemed to not make much sense and could've added a hint more truth in details.
Overall, a somewhat satisfying ending.
Not sure much of what I can say about the individual characters without giving away the plot and it is an ARC review so I'd prefer to not say too much.
I'm going to say that Truth or Dare Jenga sounds amazing. I don't particularly like
Truth or Dare but that's because I'm not particularly brave. Sounds like it's so fun but can also go seven ways of awful.
The vibes of Teen Thrillers when they add in that no phone signal, middle of nowhere, large airbnb, and rain storms in the middle of the night is always a favorite. It sets a mood.
What stood out to me was the complex nature of the characters and how it ends up tying into the events of the book.
Especially enjoyed the time stamps.
When a thriller adds the time stamps & takes place in a singular night it creates such a fast pace for the book which I devoured in a singular night btw.
Admittedly, I was able to clock the character or characters responsible right away.
Before the grand reveal.
There was one impressive red herring but alas I was able to identify it as such.
I was surprised as to how it tied together.
Feel like the story that was told to the cops seemed to not make much sense and could've added a hint more truth in details.
Overall, a somewhat satisfying ending.
Not sure much of what I can say about the individual characters without giving away the plot and it is an ARC review so I'd prefer to not say too much.
I'm going to say that Truth or Dare Jenga sounds amazing. I don't particularly like
Truth or Dare but that's because I'm not particularly brave. Sounds like it's so fun but can also go seven ways of awful.
July 29, 2026
I really, really loved the premise for this one. I am always going to be a sucker for isolated settings and a group of people being cut off from the rest of the world. This book follows seven teen students and three teachers on a trip where they stay at this super fancy airbnb. Their bus's tire goes out and they're stuck in the area without a spare tire.
What this book did pretty well was set up an atmosphere of dread and suspense. I guess I was hoping they would push things a little more and really kill off more people, not just the assholes. I didn't mind the cutesy romances and even enjoyed some of them but I did wish the author had the guts to really darken the story by taking it further. It felt a lot like false jumpscares with loads of characters almost dying but they ended up being OK.
Most of the cast was interesting. I like that Kaitlyn didn't just become a classic mean girl but had more grit and nuance to her. I also quite liked Avery. Marlene, I was more iffy about, and I eyed her through a very suspicious lens. The guys were fine; Emerson was cartoonishly evil, though, and I wished he had more nuance to him like Kaitlyn did.
All in all, I had a fun time reading this. Other than my nitpicks, it's a solid, entertaining mystery/thriller. Thank you to NG and the publisher for the ARC!
What this book did pretty well was set up an atmosphere of dread and suspense. I guess I was hoping they would push things a little more and really kill off more people, not just the assholes. I didn't mind the cutesy romances and even enjoyed some of them but I did wish the author had the guts to really darken the story by taking it further. It felt a lot like false jumpscares with loads of characters almost dying but they ended up being OK.
Most of the cast was interesting. I like that Kaitlyn didn't just become a classic mean girl but had more grit and nuance to her. I also quite liked Avery. Marlene, I was more iffy about, and I eyed her through a very suspicious lens. The guys were fine; Emerson was cartoonishly evil, though, and I wished he had more nuance to him like Kaitlyn did.
All in all, I had a fun time reading this. Other than my nitpicks, it's a solid, entertaining mystery/thriller. Thank you to NG and the publisher for the ARC!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This story follows members of the debate team who after a devastating competition loss, find themselves stranded together at a air b&b during a massive storm. What starts as a night of bitter tensions and teenage drama quickly spirals into a nightmare.
The group realizes they are trapped. The isolation of the storm makes the setting feel claustrophobic and dangerous.
The cast is diverse and dynamic, each carrying their own complicated past. You get a feeling for each character in the beginning which helps you get into each of their heads.
One of the strongest parts of the book is the constant questioning, Is the threat coming from within the group, or is someone lurking in the woods? The Who did it, aspect keeps you guessing until the very end. And even when i thought i figured it out, i was wrong and left speechless.
Without giving away spoilers, the ending is a bloody and cathartic conclusion. The pace accelerates as the headcount drops. It’s the kind of ending that makes you want to go back and look for the clues you missed because you didn't see it coming.
This definitely gave me trapped scream camper vibes. And I loved it.
Thank you NetGalley for this advance reading copy.
The group realizes they are trapped. The isolation of the storm makes the setting feel claustrophobic and dangerous.
The cast is diverse and dynamic, each carrying their own complicated past. You get a feeling for each character in the beginning which helps you get into each of their heads.
One of the strongest parts of the book is the constant questioning, Is the threat coming from within the group, or is someone lurking in the woods? The Who did it, aspect keeps you guessing until the very end. And even when i thought i figured it out, i was wrong and left speechless.
Without giving away spoilers, the ending is a bloody and cathartic conclusion. The pace accelerates as the headcount drops. It’s the kind of ending that makes you want to go back and look for the clues you missed because you didn't see it coming.
This definitely gave me trapped scream camper vibes. And I loved it.
Thank you NetGalley for this advance reading copy.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
First I want to say thank you to NetGalley and Random House for allowing me to read this arc.
5 STARS!
Now on to the review:
WHAT THE HECK! I mean what the actual freak was this amazing book!
I absolutely loved this book oh so much and will be thinking about it even after it gets released in September!
This story had 7 different POVs [which is incredible for any author to do] and each chapter was told from a different character.
We saw things or learn things other did not know and would not know till the end.
I thought I knew where it was going and then it would different characters POV or someone says something that just changes the whole story!
Everyone has secrets and no one really trusts each other. It really and truly isn't until the end of the book that we get the whole and complete truth and then there is the truth that gets told.
I am not kidding when I say I said "WTF", "OMG", and other phrases so freaking much! I even counted!
Awe or Cute: 13 times
LOL or Hahaha: 42 times [which is surprising because I didn't think it would be so funny]
WTF: 54 times
Oh My GOSH: 89 TIMES!
So easy to say that I loved this book and everyone should read this amazing thriller. Also it is technically a YA book but it doesn't read like one which is great!
5 STARS!
Now on to the review:
WHAT THE HECK! I mean what the actual freak was this amazing book!
I absolutely loved this book oh so much and will be thinking about it even after it gets released in September!
This story had 7 different POVs [which is incredible for any author to do] and each chapter was told from a different character.
We saw things or learn things other did not know and would not know till the end.
I thought I knew where it was going and then it would different characters POV or someone says something that just changes the whole story!
Everyone has secrets and no one really trusts each other. It really and truly isn't until the end of the book that we get the whole and complete truth and then there is the truth that gets told.
I am not kidding when I say I said "WTF", "OMG", and other phrases so freaking much! I even counted!
Awe or Cute: 13 times
LOL or Hahaha: 42 times [which is surprising because I didn't think it would be so funny]
WTF: 54 times
Oh My GOSH: 89 TIMES!
So easy to say that I loved this book and everyone should read this amazing thriller. Also it is technically a YA book but it doesn't read like one which is great!
Review of advance copy received from Author
4.5 stars, rounded up!
Thank you to the author for the ARC. 🫶🏽
What a book! We're All Going to Die Tonight! was the perfect book for me to spend my time as rain lashed my city. The eeriness, the dark, the woods, the power and phone lines going out, the secrets, the absolute disdain that a certain class of people has for everyone else, societal norms including how society has normalised misogyny and racism, feminine rage — Oh, I could go on and on about this book and it still wouldn’t be enough.
I loved every single part of it because of how many twists there were and how I was gobsmacked at almost all of them. To the point where I’m convinced that even the last sentence of the book is trying to tell us something, to subvert everything that’s happened in it and indicate that there’s more to it than that.
But that’s just my mind working overtime, because that’s what this book makes you do—question everything—and once you’re done questioning, it makes you wonder who is worthy of your trust and who isn’t. This is what a thriller should do. It should be super fast-paced and make you want to INHALE the story. It should shock you and make you tense and make you go “WTF”. And We’re All Going to Die Tonight! does all of that and more.
Highly, highly recommend!
Thank you to the author for the ARC. 🫶🏽
What a book! We're All Going to Die Tonight! was the perfect book for me to spend my time as rain lashed my city. The eeriness, the dark, the woods, the power and phone lines going out, the secrets, the absolute disdain that a certain class of people has for everyone else, societal norms including how society has normalised misogyny and racism, feminine rage — Oh, I could go on and on about this book and it still wouldn’t be enough.
I loved every single part of it because of how many twists there were and how I was gobsmacked at almost all of them. To the point where I’m convinced that even the last sentence of the book is trying to tell us something, to subvert everything that’s happened in it and indicate that there’s more to it than that.
But that’s just my mind working overtime, because that’s what this book makes you do—question everything—and once you’re done questioning, it makes you wonder who is worthy of your trust and who isn’t. This is what a thriller should do. It should be super fast-paced and make you want to INHALE the story. It should shock you and make you tense and make you go “WTF”. And We’re All Going to Die Tonight! does all of that and more.
Highly, highly recommend!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
We’re All Going to Die Tonight! Follows seven teens and three of their teachers as they spend a stormy night at an isolated Airbnb after their debate competition. The situation is tense after their loss, but it only gets worse when the landline is severed and a body is discovered outside. With all trust broken, they have to figure out what happening … and if one of them is the killer.
I had a lot of fun with this one! It was super fast paced and the plot starts off quite quickly. I was definitely intrigued from the first couple of chapters and every engaged as I tried to figure out what was going on. The ending was a surprise to me—I did not guess anything right. That being said, I really enjoyed the twist and thought it was creative and well done.
This one has multi-pov which was really fun. The characters were very nuanced and had a lot of depth and felt realistic with their drama and emotions. I enjoyed all the perspectives. I think my favourite character was Avery or Kaitlyn. They were very entertaining. There’s a cute romance in this one too and it was the perfect subplot.
If you love isolated murder mysteries/thrillers, definitely add this to your tbr!
Thank you to Penguin Teen CA and Netgalley for the arc
I had a lot of fun with this one! It was super fast paced and the plot starts off quite quickly. I was definitely intrigued from the first couple of chapters and every engaged as I tried to figure out what was going on. The ending was a surprise to me—I did not guess anything right. That being said, I really enjoyed the twist and thought it was creative and well done.
This one has multi-pov which was really fun. The characters were very nuanced and had a lot of depth and felt realistic with their drama and emotions. I enjoyed all the perspectives. I think my favourite character was Avery or Kaitlyn. They were very entertaining. There’s a cute romance in this one too and it was the perfect subplot.
If you love isolated murder mysteries/thrillers, definitely add this to your tbr!
Thank you to Penguin Teen CA and Netgalley for the arc
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