68 pages • 2 hours read
Gretchen McNeil#MurderTrending
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Gretchen McNeil’s dystopian YA horror thriller, #MurderTrending, 17-year-old Dee Guerrera, falsely convicted of murdering her stepsister, fights for her life on a prison island where serial killers execute inmates live on camera. With the help of four other wrongly imprisoned teens, Dee struggles to prove their innocence and expose the conspiracy between the corrupt U.S. government and the Postman, the enigmatic mogul who runs the prison. The source material includes descriptions of abduction, torture, murder, and graphic violence, as well as sexual references, objectification, and harassment.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
#MurderTrending by Gretchen McNeil elicits mixed reviews. Readers appreciate the fast-paced plot, dark humor, and unique premise of a social media-driven death row, which keeps them on edge. However, some criticize the predictable twists and underdeveloped characters. Overall, it’s a thrilling yet somewhat superficial read ideal for fans of dystopian thrillers.
Who Should Read #MurderTrending?
Fans of dystopian thrillers like Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games and Marie Lu's Legend will revel in Gretchen McNeil's #MurderTrending. This novel appeals to readers who enjoy fast-paced, action-packed stories with dark humor, high stakes, and a touch of social commentary on reality TV and justice systems.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
840L