Fan Casting Sadie

Sadie is a gripping YA thriller that follows a teenage girl’s quest for vengeance after the murder of her younger sister, Mattie. Sadie, who has spent her life protecting Mattie from their neglectful mother and the dangers of the world, disappears after Mattie is found dead. Determined to track down the man she believes is responsible, Sadie embarks on a dangerous journey across the country. Meanwhile, a true-crime podcaster, West McCray, begins investigating her disappearance, piecing together her story through interviews and clues. Told through dual perspectives—Sadie’s first-person narrative and McCray’s podcast episodes—the novel explores themes of trauma, justice, and survival, offering a haunting and emotional portrayal of a girl who refuses to be forgotten.