“Harrington shines in this novel where two best friends—who couldn’t be more different—navigate the struggles of high school drama, family, and friendships…. Refreshing and inspiring. The author offers a nuanced perspective on teen angst and relationships.”
“A novel for any high-schooler who grew up loving the kids-on-a-mission tales of Andrew Clements, this fast read is filled with characters you can root for.”
“There is a lot to like about The Goodbye Girls. It’s topical, doesn’t take any easy outs, and it’s a fast, unsentimental read—whether you’re in high school or just remember it well.”
“Funny the mess people can make of their love lives—or at least it is in The Goodbye Girls, Lisa Harrington’s hilarious deep dive into the chaos of high school romance and revenge.”
“Lisa Harrington is the Queen of Dialogue. Her words pull you into the teenage world with an effortless, snappy sense of humour, and realistic portrayal of the ups and downs of friendships and family. She makes writing look easy.”
“Lisa Harrington’s teen dialogue is always spot on and doesn’t disappoint in her latest offering. Paired with a fast-paced plot that expertly weaves in deeper layers of family secrets and best-friend drama, The Goodbye Girls holds you in its grip until the end.”
“Beautifully constructed…. Harrington does a confident job of balancing suspense and teenage angst.”
“An intense, fast-paced, disquieting book.”
“As satisfying as it is for a reader to solve a mystery before the author provides the “reveal.” even more satisfying is marvelling at the ability of an author to lead readers down the garden path while, at the same time, providing them with road signs telling them that they are not going in the right direction. A terrific read!”
“[An] excellent debut novel.”
“Through convincing dialogue and well-paced scenes, Harrington captures the right balance of romance, self-discovery, and adolescent anxiety.”