Dead Girls Don't Talk

By: Sandra J. Paul

Narrated by: Gail Shalan, Brittany Pressley, Emily Lawrence

Two girls. One dead. One disappeared. Whose side of the story will you read first? Which one is the truth? Choose for yourself in this twisty novel of psychological suspense from TikTok sensation Sandra J. Paul.

How could things have gone so wrong between Syl Jameson and Viola Harrison?

Syl and Viola are like sisters growing up in the small, stifling town of Love Hill. Though they are as different as light and dark, they connect. And for Syl, Viola’s family is a warm refuge away from the unaffectionate place that Syl calls home. But the reality is Syl can get a little needy and jealous. Viola can get a little toxic. And, like everyone in Love Hill, they have secrets. Eventually their friendship is bound to snap.

One night, it comes to a crashing end. Syl is found dead behind the wheel of Viola’s car, and Viola is nowhere to be found. Lucky for Viola, dead girls don’t talk. Or do they?

In this enthralling dual narrative, there are two sides to the story. Which girl’s version to read first is up to you. Whatever the choice, the truth will reveal itself in the end.

Revised edition: This edition of Dead Girls Don't Talk includes editorial revisions.

©2023, 2025 Sandra J. Paul. (P)2025 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Critic reviews

“Haunting and heartfelt.”—Kirkus Reviews

Classic love/hate friend story

I didn't mind this book, however, it was a bit slow with pacing. I felt like some parts of the story could have been fleshed out more to really be able to get inside of each girls heads. While I understood the whole plot with the clairvoyant girl it did seem a bit useless, it could have easily been told as each girls point of view and then a conclusion. Some of the other non major role characters seemed a bit dull and very one dimensional as well. Overall, a decent read.

I thought I had it figured out

The twist at the very end is crazy it doesn’t matter which story you start with. WOW just wow

that's the ending?

dislike. The end felt like the author didn't know where to go with it, and had ChatGPT finish it.

It was a cool read

I think it’s a cool concept to get the different version of events depending on where you start the book. However the storyline could have been flushed out a bit better, as some of the characters seemed thrown in. Also the narrators accent was a bit annoying. It’s like they would have a strong accent for a few minutes then it goes away.

Hmm not sure how to feel

I was so excited about the concept of this book. Disappointed. Convoluted plot twist. May have been more enjoyable as a physical read. Enjoyed till the end. Not my favorite. Read if you have a credit to waste.