The Girls Are Good

Written by Ilaria Bernardini

Narrated by Sarah Alexander

In the tradition of My Dark Vanessa and The Divines, a bold coming-of-age novel set in the competitive, high stakes and controversial world of elite gymnastics

Martina wants to be the best gymnast in the world. But so does everyone around her.

During one week of intense competition, Martina and her teammates are tested to the limit, and any sign of weakness can quickly spell the end. And an intense obsession will lead to murder.

Every girl will do anything to win… but at what cost?

‘Compelling, harrowing, and ultimately devastating – it’s quite simply unforgettable.’ ALEX MICHAELIDES, author of THE PATIENT

‘A tight, frightening story of friendship, rivalry and obsession.’ ABIGAIL DEAN, Sunday Times bestselling author of GIRL A

‘Brutal and brilliant – I read it in one sitting.’ HARRIET TYCE, author of BLOOD ORANGE

‘A glimpse into a wonderfully dangerous, screwed up world. I couldn’t put it down.’ CESCA MAJOR, author of THE OTHER GIRL

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Release date: Jan 24, 2023
• ISBN: 9780008581114

Ilaria Bernardini

Ilaria Bernardini is a writer and screenwriter. She is the author of nine novels, a graphic novel and two collections of short stories. Her novels Faremo Foresta and The Portrait were longlisted for Italy’s prestigious Strega Prize. She has created TV shows, including Ginnaste and Ballerini (MTV) and has written for Rolling Stone, Vogue, Vanity Fair and GQ. The Girls are Good is based on her novel Corpo Libero which subsequently morphed into a cult reality show.