truly devious book 1

The search results list paperback editions, with page counts shown as 448 pages and 432 pages across the available editions.

The title is categorized as young/juvenile fiction with mystery/thriller subgenres, and a suggested age of 14 years is listed.

The novel interweaves two mysteries— a present-day investigation and the historical case—using alternating past and present chapters plus case-file material to build suspense and reveal clues gradually.

The search results show editions in English and Spanish.

One listing shows dimensions of 7.9 x 5.2 x 1.3 inches and weight 0.74 pounds, while another shows 8.5 x 5.5 x 1.0 inches and weight 1.1 pounds.

The cast is described as racially diverse and includes teens across gender, sexuality, and neurodiversity; the protagonist, Stevie Bell, is portrayed as a smart, relatable true-crime enthusiast.

This novel is presented as the first book in the Truly Devious series and is described as the first installment of a murder-mystery trilogy.