My Rules for Revenge

by Spencer Guerrero

HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO TO EXACT REVENGE ON THE PERSON YOU HATE MOST?

He wanted her.

She rejected him.

So, he humiliated her in front of their entire high school.

Now, she plots revenge...and won't stop until his life is destroyed.

This story explores the consequences of bullying, the destructive nature of revenge and the complexities of granting forgiveness to those who may never deserve it.

TWISTED YOUNG ADULT MYSTERIES BOOK 1

Genres: Young Adult

345 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 4, 2025

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Reviews

[BrownBookNerd · Rating 5 out of 5]

YA Thriller based around high school drama amongst “friends,”made for a great read! Very suspenseful. It kept me anticipating what was going to happen next. Can’t wait to read book 2!

Thank you to the author for allowing me to read this early 🤎

[April · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story brought all the YA drama!

I’m not even sure if revenge is a best dish served cold is the best term for this, because Heather was simple obsessed with the “get back”.. These teens had more drama & scandal than the Young & the Restless! This YA thriller kept me intrigued & I’m excited to read book 2.

[Elaine Rainbolt · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a story about high schoolers and the drama that goes on between friends or so called friends and the games they play with each other's minds and life, I really liked this story and it reminds me of the days I was in high school, although I think there is a lot more bullying these days. I can't wait for the 2nd part of this book.

[Sabrina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky enough to get an ARC and was thrilled to read it! Although it wasn’t a thriller like his other books it was just as good :) It’s incredible how one wrong choice can affect so many lives. Bullying happens each and every day, especially in high school and can affect so many people. The ripple effect at its finest. Revenge isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. I look forward to read the other books in the series as they come available.

[Cristy Krause · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was pretty excited to be able to read an ARC! I read it in 2 days, and I can't wait for book 2!

[Toni Dale · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yet another great read by our Spencer Grurrero

[Heather Flaherty · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book in a new series for Spencer and I am hooked. I am trying to be patient in waiting for the next one. This book is bullying at its finest. There is a war between Heather and Jacob that spirals out of control when she rejects him. Things get way out of hand and end up involving many friends. Many people get hurt physically and mentally and it takes a toll on all. Hopefully they can work things outs without too much damage.

[Shannon McGlone · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you Spencer for this Arc.

You did NOT disappoint with this one.

Even though this book is based in high school it just shows how bullying (especially now with all the technology out there) can be scary and dangerous for all involved.

Let’s face it, being in high school will be the best or the worst time of your life. Some it’s both. For me….lets just say I’m glad we didn’t have social media and also any pictures taken were easily burned along with the negatives. (Yes I know I’m showing my age lol)

But seriously this book touches down on the good, the bad and the down right evils of high school. It shows how one persons actions can create a domino effect. It shows just how fast things go viral.

The mom in me wanted to hug a few characters. As well as slap a few too. But then I was able to relate to some of these characters in wanting revenge. But what is too far when it comes to revenge? How far will any of these kids go to get their revenge.

Now to wait (impatiently) for book 2

[Erica Mena · Rating 4 out of 5]

My first time being an ARC reader and what a great honor! Thank you so much for sharing your book with me. It was a great read and I can't wait to continue the series! Loved all the drama lol

[Karen Traversy · Rating 5 out of 5]

NO SPOILERS
My Rules For Revenge
by Spencer Guerrero - Author
Release Date: Sept 4, 2025

This is my first stab at the YA genre. I decided to read this because if you’ve read any of his other books you know you’re going to read something very good! And it is.

WTAF!!!

These high school characters - their warped humor, heightened emotions, and chaotic energy are perfectly captured by Spencer’s writing.

Bullies that bully bullies. Hormonal rage. Tangled relationships. Smart a$$ comments. Easily triggered. Drama galore. Granting forgiveness when people may not deserve it. Truth will always come out. You’ve captured it all!

👉🏻 But also the realism of some high school problems and issues. 👈🏻

This is his 3rd book that I’ve read and I could not stop reading. It has many POVs and jumps around at times but you don’t fall out of focus.

Pick this up! You’ll be happy you did!

Well done Spencer!

[Bernadette Seifert Leonard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spencer Guerrero - Author you have a special talent for writing and you are a comedian! Thank you for the privilege of being on your ARC team! I have a front row seat to your artistry and I am loving it. All your stories have gripped me by the throat. Each in a unique way. I wish you lots of success!

My review for My Rules For Revenge:
I was pleasantly surprised that I enjoyed the High School drama content! I don't normally seek out these types of books filled with teenage drama. It brought me back to my long ago High School days and gave me melancholy! This book is fast paced but easy to follow along. It has some great storylines and holy cow moments! The comedy that is thrown in here and there is done brilliantly! My favorite character is Jacob 💙

Awesome book for all ages!

Release Date: September 4th, 2025

[Ashley Yingling · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m normally not a YA reader but I was fortunate to be an eARC reader. Huge thanks to Spencer for the opportunity!

I had so many emotions during this read: Anger, confusion, heartbreak, etc. I questions my morals many times while rooting for these characters.

Heather has an angry problem and often takes things WAY too far, but deep down is a nice girl who would do anything to protect herself and her loved ones. She demands respect.

Indira is a naïve, quiet girl with a dark side.

Jacob is a clueless and desperate boy. He makes many mistakes with girls and says the wrong things. He has big academic goals for himself which I respect.

Eddy, everyone knows him as the nice guy, but is he really?! Not to mention, he doesn’t seem to really have any goals other than to follow in his best friend’s shadow.

I cannot wait for the second book and see where these character’s paths take them.

[Tammy Ashley Guerra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spencer has a way of keeping my attention. I had the absolute pleasure of being an ARC reader. This book is geared towards YA so not any gore or murder, yet. The story actually made you think. Think about bullying, the tolls it takes and the length at which a person would go through to exact revenge. It was sadly, pretty spot on to how high schools are and the minds of the students. But it also showed other emotions like empathy, sympathy, and regret. It shows that some can learn forgiveness even when that's the hardest to do. I cant wait for the rest of this series!!

[Stephanie Najarro · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book pulled me in from the first chapter. Spencer brilliantly explores the pain of betrayal, the dark pull of revenge, and the different treacherous paths toward forgiveness. The characters felt raw and relatable, despite being high school students. The tension kept me hooked until the very end. Perfect for fans of intense young adult mysteries with heart and depth. As always, I am looking forward to the next book! *thankful to have received this ARC.*

[K. · Rating 4 out of 5]

High School drama anyone!?! This story is packed with all the feels of being back in HS. There's not one dull moment within this story. The amount of drama, scandals, and bullying that took place within these pages will have you floored. I loved the dynamics of the characters. That twist...... That ending...... Looking forward to part 2 and how it'll tie in.

Thank you Spencer Guerrero and Bookfunnel for the eARC. This review is that of my own.

[Alyssa Fujimoto · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG!! First I felt like I was in high school all over again! The drama was definitely there, same with the twists. This book had me angry, sad, laughing & crying all at the same time! You really felt the emotions throughout the whole book! It hooked me from page one til the very end! Can’t wait for the second book!

[MH.PHX · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an honest review by an ARC reader.
A story of high school friendships, romance, enemies and all around teenage drama all rolled into one. I highly recommend this book (soon to be series) for any young adult. They will be able to relate to the story with its cyber bullying, friendship loyalty and the tough home life that teenagers often find themselves in. I look forward to seeing where this story takes us in the coming books. It looks like book 2 will be a wild ride.
Note: I highly recommend reading any of Spencer’s psychological thriller standalone novels.

[Jine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh I liked this so much!
This was different from his usual books but I’ve been on a ya kick lately so I really enjoyed it!
It literally took me back to high school but it wasn’t childish it still had that edge to it like his other books! Also that ending setting up book 2 was so good!

[Paula Cunningham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really good for a YA book. Goes thru high school life just like it where real life. Touched things that unfortunately teens of today has to deal with. Definitely can't wait for book 2 to come out! Glad I got the opportunity to be an ARC reader.

[iris muller · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got this book as an arc read and I loved it!!!! It was definitely different than what this author had written before but I loved it!!!! I can’t wait for book 2.

[Jo Woodcock · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky to be part of Spencer ARC readers and well this book did not disappoint. I was hooked on the first page. The way the chapters are written makes it easy to follow the storyline. definitely one to read when it comes out and looking forward to the next one to follow ..

[Alex S · Rating 4 out of 5]

Goood book! Had me wanting to pull out a character board to keep track of them all. Can’t wait for book 2 to unveil more!

[Betsy Fulmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spencer keeps you in his grips in this YA suspense. Cannot wait for book 2.

[Brittany Mansfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

Was hooked from the first few pages! Such a good read cant wait for the next books!!!

[Laura Welsh · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book surprised me! This book was filled with so much DRAMA. It felt like high school on steroids with the amount of revenge that went down. I'm eagerly awaiting the 2nd book.

[LaTanya Stewart · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved it!!!
I just finished reading the ARC for My Rules For Revenge. What a palate cleanser from my normal Thriller reads. I almost forgot how fun YA books are! This book captured HS life in its entirety. Cliques, jealousy, bullying, vengeance. Even the lingo was on point. I literally felt like I was there walking the halls with these crazy teens! Everyone has a story. Is your friend truly your friend? Who can you trust? When is enough enough and too much too much? Great job! Can't wait for the next!!

[Katie O'Keeffe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had the amazing opportunity to be an eARC reader for My Rules For Revenge - Spencer’s first book in his YA series - and let me tell you, I’m super glad about it!
It’s very different to what we’re used to seeing from him but it was a refreshing, easy, enjoyable and somewhat nostalgic read! Although US schools are different to UK ones, the experiences and people are universal and this book took me right back there to all the teenage drama and the biggest Dilberts you’ll ever meet 😏

Are people who they really say and portray themselves to be? How much are you willing to risk to go through with your idea of revenge and retaliation? How much of yourself are you willing to sacrifice to stay friends with someone you probably shouldn’t? And in the end, is it all worth it…

It’s set in a high school that focuses mainly around 3 groups of friends and looks at how the people around you can influence your decision making and how differently you can act by soaking up what they give out. The people within these groups have apparent differences in personalities that are well portrayed through the writing and takes you back to those god awful teenage years! Fun fact, I was very much a Heather. A hot headed, fist swinging girl with the protective nature and good heart buried deep inside there, who also had a knack for holding a grudge but didn’t quite know how to navigate the hormonally charged emotions that teenage life brings with it. Thankfully, there wasn’t really any social media at that time and definitely weren’t any cyber exposés! 😅
Anyway, I digress.
This book touches on sensitive topics for young adults experiencing grief, mistrust - in both friends and adults alike, betrayal, cyber bullying attacks, emotional turmoil and frayed parental relationships. We can all relate to it and it’s written well.
I was completely invested from the moment I started reading to the moment I stopped - on a cliffhanger I might add (thanks Spencer 🙄🙈) and would absolutely recommend trying this one out! Whether YA is your thing or not (it’s generally not mine) I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much of an enjoyable read it is. Great job Spencer! Now hurry your tush up with book 2 please 🤓 thanks a mil! 😘😂

[Cheyenne Joy Mijdam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Review
My Rules for Revenge by Spencer Guerrero
Twisted Young Adult Mysteries #1

What can I say. It’s oddly comforting—and mildly alarming—that the usual Spencer warnings apply here too. Just neatly wrapped in high school chaos this time: bullying, crude language, violence, and non-graphic suicide ideation and attempts. I guess he spares us a little. How generous.

Yes—this is Young Adult. And even though I didn’t fully connect, I still liked being forced to the sidelines of it all. Watching rather than sinking in. Observing the mess without having to relive it in my own skin. So while I didn’t disappear into this story, I didn’t mind standing just outside it either.

Because this? This is a bunch of high school kids with minds disturbed to the absolute max. And I kept thinking—wait, what? Compared to this, my high school years were aggressively boring. The rot, the hurt, the obsession with being the best, the constant eyes on some imagined future… meanwhile I was just trying to make it to the next day without combusting.

The anger. The betrayal. The sick, twisted ways people justify their behavior. It becomes painfully clear how underdeveloped these minds are—how little they understand about how the world actually works. Or maybe, for some of them, this is how it works. What do I know. I didn’t want to be part of this revenge carousel… and yet there I was. Watching. Clenching my fists. Taking no sides and all of them at once.

The beginning promised something irreversible. Something truly dark. Something you don’t come back from. And for me? It never fully crossed that line. I was relieved—glad, even—that young minds can still recognize when things go too far.

But my darker, older soul? Slightly disappointed.

Still, it hooked me enough that I didn’t hesitate to move straight on to book two. So yes: four emotionally damaging, high-school-trauma-flavored stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. Don’t let my conflicted feelings stop you. Once you start, you’ll finish—and you’ll probably grab book two immediately.

High school drama turned up to eleven?
If that’s your thing… you’re in the right place.

[Melissa (honeybee.reads) · Rating 4 out of 5]

My Rules For Revenge is the first book in the Twisted YA Mysteries series. I was completely hooked by this teenage high school drama. There is no murder in this one, it's more of a suspenseful drama, but I was absolutely hooked and read it in one sitting, I couldn't put it down. It was both hilarious and suspenseful. Guerrero really created something super fun, impossible to put down and highly entertaining. The lengths to which they go to enact revenge was just impossible to look away from. It was so easy and became addicting to be involved in their toxicity. I think Spencer nailed it with what he was trying to do with this book !

The characters were a freaking blast. They are all hormonal teenagers, high up in their feelings, they're angry, they're sad, they're betrayed and they want revenge. Heather is absolutely unhinged and I was here for it! This girl's fuse blows up in 2.5 seconds 😂 This book just showed also how one simple action, reaction or choice can start a whole chain reaction. How easy it is nowadays for things to go viral, to make others believe what you want especially with AI and all those modification apps.

Overall, this was such a fun read. Different from my usual “thriller” reads as it did not have the murder aspect. The author still managed to truly create something that was so captivating, so entertaining and that I think younger and older readers will enjoy! It's a fast palate cleanser in between your more intense and darker reads. You won't be able to put it down! Can't wait for book 2 😍

✨ ️ Thank you to @spencerguerrero for my gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Melody T · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

This book honestly brought me back to my high school days — and like most people, that’s a time in life we sometimes try to forget. The emotions, drama, friendships, betrayal, and pressure to fit in were written in a way that felt very real and relatable. Outside of the extreme revenge storyline, there were moments that made me feel like I was reliving certain parts of my own experiences and memories from that season of life.

The story dives deeply into the emotional fallout of humiliation, bullying, and broken trust. It really highlights how quickly situations can spiral and how revenge, while it may feel justified in the moment, can create consequences far beyond what anyone expects. The author does a great job showing how messy teenage emotions can be and how one painful moment can change everything. The book explores not only revenge, but also themes of forgiveness, consequences, and the complexity of relationships.

I found the characters engaging and layered. You don’t always know who to trust, which kept me invested in the story and wanting to keep reading. The emotional tension and twists kept the plot moving, and I appreciated how the author balanced the darker themes with relatable high school dynamics and personal struggles.

Overall, this was a gripping and nostalgic read that pulled me in quickly and kept me hooked. It was intense, emotional, and thought-provoking in ways I didn’t fully expect. I am definitely ready for book two because I need to know what happens next and where these characters go from here.