emma's Reviews > Kill Joy

i don't think i've ever read a novella addition to a series and been like "yeah, that was necessary." but that doesn't stop me from trying.

this was no exception though.

it only provided insight into how pip decided to do her senior capstone project in the first book, which is possibly the least interesting thing it could possibly be about while still technically being in any way related to the actual mystery.

it also exclusively follows the plotline of a murder mystery dinner type board game, which are not famous for being interesting and filled with shock value.

it was a quick read and not terrible but that's the nicest i can be.

bottom line: if you're like, "i'd read holly jackson writing about literally anything," this is the novella for you.