Bianca Torre Is Afraid of Everything by Justine Pucella Winans
Published by Clarion on April 11, 2023
ISBN: 0358721644
Genres: Mystery
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
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Fans of the hit show “Only Murders in the Building” will love Justine Winans’ “Bianca Torre Is Afraid of Everything.” Borderline agoraphobic, sixteen year old Bianca Torre has two hobbies: birding and spying on her neighbors through the telescope in her bedroom. When she witnesses the actual murder of one of her reclusive neighbors, she enlists the help of her one friend, Anderson to solve the crime. Overcoming her many fears, as well as grappling with her burgeoning gender identity crisis, Bianca works with Anderson, and eventually her new crush Elaine, to solve the murder. What they uncover with their sleuthing is far bigger than they imagined.  This mystery thriller is darkly funny, with lots of focus on friendship, overcoming fears, and self exploration. A great pick for any YA shelf.

Recommended for ages 13 and up.

Lee Remick, York Middle School, York