Blood in the Water

*This stunning edition features sprayed edges. While supplies last!*Mega bestselling and award-winning author Tiffany D. Jackson (The Weight of Blood; White Smoke) makes her thrilling middle-grade debut with a can't-put-it-down murder mystery set on Martha's Vineyard. R.L. Stine, bestselling author of Goosebumps, says, "Don't miss this one!"This summer, beware of sharks...Brooklyn girl Kaylani McKinnon feels like a fish out of water. She's spending the summer with family friends in their huge house on Martha's Vineyard, and the vibe is definitely snooty. Still, there are beautiful beaches, lots of ice cream, and a town full of fascinating Black history. Plus a few kids her age who seem friendly.

* "Exhilarating... The protagonist's whip-smart first-person narration expertly complements the suspenseful murder-mystery plot, while chilling prose, atmospheric storytelling, and rich explorations of the island's Black history culminate in an accessible and satisfying thriller." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review

* "Jackson brings her trademark thrills and twists to a younger audience with riveting adeptness... the African American history and cultural significance of Martha's Vineyard are sprinkled throughout, adding further depth to the setting. This is a must-purchase mystery." -- Booklist, starred review

"Employing tight, steady writing, Jackson builds tension around the complexities of class and respectability politics... A perfect beach read for lovers of suspense." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Kaylani is a protagonist with whom readers will sympathize, intelligent and determined without being two-dimensional. The history of African Americans on Martha's Vineyard is worked natrually into the story as are issues of incarceration and classism. This debut middle-grade novel from acclaimed young adult author Jackson... is immediately accessible to preteens but maintains the intensity for which Jackson is known." -- The Horn Book

"What could spoil a glamorous, fun-filled summer in Martha's Vineyard? Uh... maybe a murder? Waves of suspense more chilling than the threatening ocean. Don't miss this one!" -- R.L. Stine, author of Goosebumps and Fear Street

"There is so much to love about this book. A heart-wrenching and thrilling mystery, filled with wonderfully crafted characters and dynamic relationships. This riveting and suspenseful story kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end!" -- Daka Hermon, author of Hide and Seeker

"Jackson never disappoints; Blood in the Water showcases the signature plotting, pacing, and character work we've come to love from this author. Make room on your bookshelves if you haven't already. You're going to want this one for your collection!" -- Lamar Giles, author of Ruin Road