Confessions. The Private School Murders

Secrets, Scandal, and a Family Under Fire

Confessions by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro is the thrilling first installment in a gripping YA mystery series packed with suspense, danger, and dark family secrets. Published in 2013 by Young Arrow, this page-turner introduces a bold new heroine who’s anything but ordinary.

Meet Tandy Angel — Smart, Rich, and a Suspect

When Tandy Angel’s high-profile parents are found dead in their luxurious Manhattan apartment, she’s determined to uncover the truth. As the police investigation intensifies, suspicion turns inward — toward Tandy and her three brothers. But Tandy knows her parents had secrets... and so does she. As she begins to unravel the twisted history of the Angel family, she’s forced to question everything she thought she knew — even her own memories.

A Dark and Addictive Mystery

Confessions is a fast-paced, emotionally charged thriller that blends mystery with psychological drama. With short, punchy chapters and plenty of shocking revelations, Patterson and Paetro keep readers on edge from beginning to end. Perfect for fans of suspenseful YA fiction like Pretty Little Liars and One of Us Is Lying, this is a series debut that will leave you desperate for the next confession.