The Jills

The Jills by Karen Parkman Pre-Order February 10th 2026

From debut author Karen Parkman comes The Jills, a gripping, character-driven thriller that dives into friendship, ambition, and the dangerous underbelly of professional cheerleading. Perfect for fans of fast-paced mysteries with strong, complex female protagonists.

Virginia is a Jill—a professional Buffalo Bills cheerleader living her dream. Her life revolves around practice, games, and the nightlife with her tight-knit teammates, especially her best friend, Jeanine, whose bond has helped Virginia leave the shadow of her troubled family behind.

When Jeanine mysteriously disappears before a game, Virginia’s world unravels. Armed with determination, connections to ex-boyfriends, and the gritty streets of Buffalo, she launches a search that becomes increasingly dangerous and obsessive. As secrets emerge, Virginia must confront unsettling truths about her friend, her family, and her own capacity to protect those she loves.

The Jills is a binge-worthy mystery and a sharply observed, witty, and poignant story of female friendship, empowerment, and the courage to claim one’s own power in a world built by and for men.