Truly Devious
3 books
The Truly Devious series by Maureen Johnson has 3 books. Start with Truly Devious (2018), then read the rest in the order below.
Truly Devious reading order
Truly Devious
Maureen Johnson
When Stevie Bell arrives at the elite boarding school, Ellingham Academy, she's determined to solve the most infamous cold case in the school's history: the kidnapping of its founder's daughter decades ago. But as she delves into the mystery, she uncovers a web of secrets, lies, and a series of new threats that mirror the original crime. With a cast of quirky characters and a setting steeped in history, this thrilling mystery will keep you guessing until the very last page. Maureen Johnson masterfully blends suspense, humor, and a touch of the uncanny in this captivating start to a new series.
The Vanishing Stair
Maureen Johnson
At the mysterious Ellingham Academy, true-crime enthusiast Stevie Bell is determined to uncover the truth behind a decades-old kidnapping—but her investigation is complicated by a shocking new crime on campus. As Stevie and her friends dig deeper, hidden passages, coded clues, and long-buried secrets draw them into a dangerous puzzle that reaches across generations. Blending atmospheric suspense, clever mystery, and richly drawn teenage friendships, this gripping novel explores obsession, loyalty, and the perilous search for answers.
The Hand on the Wall
Maureen Johnson
At Ellingham Academy, true-crime enthusiast Stevie Bell is determined to solve the school’s infamous past murders—but a new crisis threatens to overshadow everything she has uncovered. As danger closes in and long-buried secrets rise to the surface, Stevie must untangle a final web of clues involving the academy’s original crimes and its present-day mysteries. Blending clever puzzle-solving, suspense, romance, and sharp observations about privilege and obsession, this gripping conclusion delivers a tense and satisfying finish to the trilogy.