Blood in the Water by Tiffany D. Jackson is a gripping thriller about a teen girl, Kaylani, who must uncover the truth behind the shocking death of a young man during a mysterious summer trip. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Kaylani feels out of place when she’s invited to spend the summer in Martha’s Vineyard with her grandmother’s friends, the Watsons. She would much rather stay home and talk on the phone with her father, who is currently incarcerated, but her mother insists that a change of scenery will do her good.
The Watsons live in Oak Bluffs, a town rich in Black history, and while Kaylani is curious to learn more about the culture and vibe of the area, she’s met with coldness from her former friend, London Watson, who wants nothing to do with her. With London brushing her off, Kaylani spends much of her time alone—until she begins connecting with other neighborhood kids and finally starts to enjoy her time on the island.
That is, until tragedy strikes: a young man is found dead, initially believed to be the victim of a shark attack. But it’s soon discovered that someone made it look that way—he was murdered. Determined to uncover the truth, Kaylani dives into the mystery. But can she solve it before becoming the next target?
The book was an entertaining and suspenseful read. There were a few solid twists, including one I didn’t see coming. It was compelling to see how Kaylani navigated new friendships while grappling with the stigma surrounding her father’s incarceration. I did feel the mystery could have been developed further, and the ending felt a bit rushed. Still, I enjoyed the author’s writing style and would be interested in reading more of her work.
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