Beth Is Dead

'A gripping, cleverly rendered puzzle box of a book brimming with heart and sisterhood. The mystery makes the story impossible to put down, while the characters make this a book you won't want to say goodbye to.'

Stephanie Garber, author of Caraval, Stephanie Garber, author of Caraval

'In her very first novel, Katie Bernet has done more than reimagine literary canon—modernizing one of the most beloved fictional families of all time—she’s done it absurdly well. Beth is Dead is a propulsive whodunnit full of whip-smart dialogue and layered mysteries that unfold with perfect pacing. Fans of Alcott’s original work will spot plenty of parallels and tips of the hat, but even those who’ve never read Little Women will find Beth is Dead to be thrilling and (dare I say it) unputdownable. This is the March sister remix you never knew you needed.'

David Arnold, author of Mosquitoland, David Arnold, author of Mosquitoland

'One need not be familiar with Louisa May Alcott’s work to appreciate debut author Bernet’s brilliantly snappy contemporary riff on Little Women . . . The cozy domesticity of the inspiration material is apparent throughout, and the girls’ closely held—sometimes conflicting—desires and ambitions both honor Alcott’s vision and add fuel to the fire of this electrifying whodunit.' - Publishers Weekly, starred review

Publishers Weekly

'[Debut author Bernet] does a masterful job of preserving the distinct personalities and ambitions of the classic characters, transporting them to a contemporary setting and making them fresh and relevant for today’s readers. Even teens who don’t know Little Women will be engaged by this fast-paced and suspense-filled page turner. A thrilling take on a beloved story that will keep readers riveted.' - Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Kirkus Reviews

'In her very first novel, Katie Bernet has done more than reimagine literary canon—modernizing one of the most beloved fictional families of all time—she’s done it absurdly well. Beth is Dead is a propulsive whodunnit full of whip-smart dialogue and layered mysteries that unfold with perfect pacing. Fans of Alcott’s original work will spot plenty of parallels and tips of the hat, but even those who’ve never read Little Women will find Beth is Dead to be thrilling and (dare I say it) unputdownable. This is the March sister remix you never knew you needed.' - David Arnold, New York Times bestselling author of Mosquitoland

David Arnold

'A gripping, cleverly rendered puzzle box of a book brimming with heart and sisterhood. The mystery makes the story impossible to put down, while the characters make this a book you won't want to say goodbye to.' - Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Once Upon a Broken Heart

Stephanie Garber

'This twisty, addictive spin on the classic Little Women is a messy, jaw-dropping and unpredictable love letter to sisterhood and suspense. It’ll have you craving more with every turned page.’ Busayo Matuluko, author of ‘Till Death and one half of the prominent BookTok influencers Compulsive Book Buyers

Busayo Matuluko

'A deliciously twisty murder mystery that turns Little Women on its head. Addictive from page one.' -Louise O'Neil, author of Idol

Louise O'Neil