I'd have given this 3.5 stars if I had the option. 
 I was sucked in by the cover. I'll admit it. I've been hungry to read it since I spotted the cover a few months ago. 
 But what was promising didn't quite pan out. 
 I have an issue with YA thrillers that have teens playing a large part in investigations. It's just not realistic for me. This was based on a solid premise, but the execution was lacking, in my opinion.