Dive into the chilling world of Sami Ellis's *Dead Girls Walking*, a gripping YA horror slasher that combines suspense and dark intrigue. This spellbinding tale unfolds at a summer camp with a sinister history—a place that was once home to the notorious North Point Killer, Temple Baker's father. With a haunting backstory filled with true crime elements, this novel captivates fans of *Friday the 13th* and *White Smoke*.

Temple Baker's life is marred by tragedy and danger. As the daughter of a convicted serial killer, she carries the weight of a legacy marked by violence and evil. When her father confesses to her mother's murder from death row, Temple’s determination to uncover the truth drives her back to the haunting woods of her childhood. Here, she hopes to find her mother’s remains and clear her father's name—but things spiral into terror as a killing spree unfolds around her.

Now a camp counselor at a queer horror camp, Temple is out of her comfort zone, surrounded by fellow true crime enthusiasts. As friendships blossom, and trust is tested, the stakes rise when a camper is found dead, mirroring her father's heinous acts. In this heart-pounding narrative, Temple must navigate her tangled identity and the lurking shadow of her father's legacy while facing the possibility that an admirer of his gruesome past may be targeting her new friends. *Dead Girls Walking* is an electrifying blend of horror, mystery, and self-discovery, making it a must-read for teenage readers who crave thrillers with a dark twist.