Poisonous: A Novel by Allison Brennan

📖 Secrets, lies, and betrayal lead to murder in this fast-paced thriller.
Poisonous by Allison Brennan is a riveting standalone mystery novel featuring Maxine Revere, a seasoned investigative reporter known for her tenacity and sharp instincts. In this high-stakes murder investigation, Maxine must unravel a tangled web of deception, betrayal, and dark secrets to uncover the truth about a teenager’s suspicious death.
 
When 17-year-old Ivy Lake, a notorious cyberbully, is found dead from an apparent suicide, the town is ready to move on. But when Ivy’s troubled younger sister, Annabelle, insists that her sister was murdered, Maxine Revere takes on the case.
As Maxine digs into Ivy’s life, she discovers a network of social media lies, manipulation, and betrayal. The deeper she probes, the more tangled the mystery becomes, with suspects ranging from jealous classmates and ex-boyfriends to Ivy’s own family members.
With her own reputation on the line, Maxine must navigate through a world of online threats, bullying, and secrets to determine whether Ivy’s death was suicide, accident, or something much more sinister.
Fast-paced, intense, and filled with unexpected twists, Poisonous is a thriller that explores the dark side of social media and the consequences of obsession and deceit.
 
Why You’ll Love Poisonous
✔ Fast-Paced & Suspenseful – Keeps readers on the edge of their seat from beginning to end.
✔ Strong Female Protagonist – Maxine Revere is a smart, relentless investigator who doesn’t back down.
✔ Timely Themes – Explores cyberbullying, social media manipulation, and the impact of online harassment.
✔ Intricate Mystery – Full of twists, red herrings, and shocking revelations.
✔ Standalone Novel – Part of the Max Revere series, but can be enjoyed as a standalone thriller.