Very Dangerous Things, Lauren Munoz
Very Dangerous Things, Lauren Munoz
List: $27.50 | Sale: $19.25
Club: $13.75

Very Dangerous Things

Author: Lauren Muñoz

Narrator: Elena Rey

Unabridged: 11 hr 12 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/29/2025


Synopsis

A murder mystery game turns deadly in this young adult whodunit by the author of Suddenly a Murder.

"Dark academia meets classic detective fiction in this clever, twisty page-turner." —Karen M. McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying

Everyone in town knows about the game. For decades, J. Everett High has staged an annual murder mystery to put its criminology students to the test. And this year, crime junkie Dulce Castillo is dead set on winning. Soon, the game kicks off, and the student playing the victim, Xavier Torres, is found poisoned in the school’s greenhouse . . . except his death is not pretend.

It’s murder.

When the authorities open an investigation, all the evidence points to Sierra Fox, Xavier’s ex-girlfriend and Dulce’s ex-best friend. Claiming innocence and desperate to clear her name, Sierra begs Dulce to look past their bad blood and find the culprit.

After all, Dulce knows this school better than any investigator ever could, but she must use caution to solve this mystery. Because these historic halls are full of suspects with no shortage of motives. And in this game of cat and mouse, the other player kills.

About The Author

Lauren Muñoz writes YA murder mysteries, including Suddenly a Murder and Very Dangerous Things. In addition to being a writer, Lauren is lawyer and a former teacher living in Southern California. She received her J.D. from Northwestern University in Chicago, where she frequently skipped class to commune with her sun lamp. When she's not reading, she can be found knitting, crocheting, and collecting recipes for things she'll never bake.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Sarah on July 18, 2025

4.5 ⭐️ Thank you to Penguin Young Readers Group and NetGalley for the arc in exchange for an honest review! All opinions and statements are my own. 📕 🔎Blurb🔎 “Everyone in town knows about the game. For decades, J. Everett High has staged an annual murder mystery to put its criminology stud......more

Goodreads review by Carrie on December 15, 2024

Excellent. Kept me on the edge of my seat from the first page. I couldn't put down this addictive thriller! Munoz has crafted a brilliant mystery with well-drawn characters and an excellent backdrop. I loved the conceit and was rooting for Dulse all the way. I only wish I had the chance to attend J.......more

Goodreads review by Fizah(Books tales by me) on July 22, 2025

Actual Rating 4.5 THANKS TO THE G.P. PUTNAM'S SONS BOOKS FOR YOUNG READERS AND PENGUIN TEENS FOR THIS EARLY COPY  ☠️School dedicated to murder solving ☠️Past trauma ☠️Small town corrupt system ☠️Stabbing in back ☠️Sketchy new student ☠️Grey characters ☠️Murder game turned into a real murder Yes, all of my fa......more

Goodreads review by Helen on July 14, 2025

Thank you for the advanced reader copy from the Goodreads giveaway! I rarely give 4 or 5 stars to a book (3 should be the average, right?) so I was happy to award this one with 4. It was a fun ride from start to finish and while some of the plot twists were a little predictable, that’s what I expect......more

Goodreads review by Abby on March 14, 2025

James Everett High, a criminology-focused school, hosts an annual murder mystery game that provides students with the chance to win a huge cash prize. Dulce and her best friend Emi are excited about competing for the prize this year to fund their dream trip to England. However, their plans are major......more


Quotes

Praise for Very Dangerous Things:

"Dark academia meets classic detective fiction in this clever, twisty page-turner." —Karen M. McManus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying

Tight pacing, smart banter, and Clue-esque vibes round out this thrilling offering by Muñoz, who demonstrates adept genre savvy across a snappy murder mystery reminiscent of Nancy Springer.” —Publishers Weekly

“Muñoz’s latest sharp, gripping YA mystery is perfect for fans of Agatha Christie–style whodunits looking for a modern take… Teens will devour this blend of engaging storytelling, dynamic characters, and surprising secrets.” —Booklist

“Nuanced suspects and interstitial flashback chapters offer readers ample opportunities to form their own theories… A satisfyingly chilling mystery with a relatable amateur sleuth.” —Kirkus Reviews

“This dark academia meets detective novel is clever and carefully plotted . . . a satisfying whodunit for fans of Maureen Johnson, Karen M. McManus, or Jessica Goodman.” —School Library Journal

“Muñoz’s blend of suspense and romance set at a criminology school is sure to hook readers, while her expertly plotted thrills will have even the staunchest mystery aficionados guessing until the very end!” —Chelsea Ichaso, author of The Summer She Went Missing

“Muñoz has crafted a brilliant mystery with well-drawn characters and an excellent backdrop. I couldn’t put it down!” —Carrie Doyle, author of The Murder Game

Twisty, clever and so much funVery Dangerous Things is everything I love in a whodunnit!” — Kara Thomas, author of The Cheerleaders