In this bonus podcast episode, we explore the newest Netflix adaptation: A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.



The story follows the story of Pippa (Pip) Fitz-Amobi, a high school student in small-town England (notably, the book is set in the US, while the show shifts the setting to England). Pip decides to investigate a five-year-old murder case for her final school project, which doubles as a university admissions essay. The case involves the disappearance of Andy Bell and the subsequent suicide of her boyfriend, Sal Singh, who was accused of her murder.



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Key Characters



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* Becca: Andy’s sister, who plays a crucial role in the story’s resolution.



* Pippa (Pip) Fitz-Amobi: The protagonist, is a 17-year-old student with a penchant for solving mysteries.



* Ravi Singh: Sal’s brother, who helps Pip with her investigation.



* Andy Bell: The girl who disappeared five years ago.



* Sal Singh: Andy’s boyfriend, accused of her murder.



* Naomi and Cara Ward: Sisters and friends of Pip.



* Elliot Ward: Naomi and Cara’s father, a teacher and mentor to Pip.



* Max Hastings: A wealthy, troublesome character from Sal and Naomi’s friend group.



* Daniel Da Silva: A young police officer involved in the original investigation.






Plot Overview






As Pip delves deeper into the case, she uncovers various layers of deception and hidden truths. The investigation leads her to question the town’s perception of Andy as a perfect, angelic figure, revealing her involvement in drug dealing and complicated relationships. Pip’s search for the truth brings her closer to Ravi Singh, and together they navigate through a web of suspects and clues.



Key Differences Between the Book and TV Show



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The adaptation of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder from page to screen brought about several notable changes. Perhaps the most significant alteration is the shift in setting. While the book takes place in the United States, the TV show transposes the story to England, bringing a different cultural backdrop to the narrative. This location change likely influences the portrayal of law enforcement, school dynamics, and social interactions throughout the series.



Another crucial difference lies in the characterization of Andy Bell. In the novel, Andy is presented as a more morally ambiguous figure, engaged in relationships with multiple men while still dating Sal. This complexity is somewhat simplified in the TV adaptation,

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