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The Novel Killings
True crime podcaster and self-published author Ana Adams struggles to reach the success her co-host sister Bex believes they’re both capable of, finding herself stuck in a comfortable (if dreary) loop of isolation, social media, medication and instability. But when an email arrives detailing a grisly murder that follows the plotline of Ana’s first book, she’s thrust into the spotlight. Sudden fame, overnight bestsellers and a national profile are every author’s dream but that soon turns to nightmare as the killer strikes again. And again. While Bex and Ana race to catch the murderer they must navigate their newfound celebrity, unwanted attention from obsessed fans and the suspicions of the FBI.
With the bodies and the scrutiny starting to pile up Ana knows she must publish another story in order to catch the killer and clear her name, discovering unexpected connections, buried secrets and the fact that even true criminals read true crime.
With the bodies and the scrutiny starting to pile up Ana knows she must publish another story in order to catch the killer and clear her name, discovering unexpected connections, buried secrets and the fact that even true criminals read true crime.
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Published June 25, 2024
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August 4, 2024
True crime podcaster and self-published author, Ana Adams, struggles to reach the success her co-host sister Bex believes they're both capable of, finding herself stuck in a comfortable (if dreary) loop of isolation, social media, medication, and instability. But when an email arrives detailing a grisly murder that follows the plotline of Ana's first book, she's thrust into the spotlight. Sudden fame, overnight bestsellers, and a national profile are every author's dream but that soon turns to nightmare when the killer strikes again. And again. While Bex and Ana race to catch the murderer, they must navigate their newfound celebrity, unwanted attention from obsessed fans, and the suspicions of the FBI.
With the bodies and the scrutiny starting to pile up, Ana knows she must plot another story to catch the killer and clear her name. Instead, she discovers unexpected connections, buried secrets, and the reality that true crime attracts true criminals.
Deliciously unhinged characters. Magnificent twists and turns. Dysfunctional family dynamics. From the start, The Novel Killings had me under its thrall. Between a plot packed full of surprises and an off-the-charts climax and ending, there simply wasn’t a thing not to love about this debut psychological thriller. Shelton even included one of my favorite tropes of true-crime podcasting with a mixed media format. Altogether, it just couldn’t have been better.
The central characters of sisters Ana and Bex provided the framework for one truly messed up family dynamic. Between a superbly drawn unreliable narrator and her live-in enabler, the crazy train pulled into the station with both of them on board. I promise you, this is one ride you’re not going to want to miss. Especially considering we were blessed with their dual POVs. And thanks to a handful of equally suspicious individuals, I was left giving a serious side-eye to each and every persona—up to and including Ana and Bex.
Now, I must admit, parts of this storyline had an over-the-top feel, but rest assured that it was only in the best possible way. Alongside a plot that was both unpredictable and finely layered, the combination rang true for this thriller lover. I mean, Ana alone reeked with uncontrolled anxiety and tension. All told, it felt extreme but also 100% real.
All said and done, I was utterly blown away (pun thoroughly intended). On top of the slow burn start and mind-blowing twists, there was a delicacy to the focus on mental health, trauma, and grief. Adding depth to the novel, I was seriously impressed. Just be forewarned that you’re going to have to put off all of your chores and dedicate yourself to these pages. After all, despite the length, I finished it in just two long sittings as I simply could not put it down. So, as if it wasn’t already obvious, I wholeheartedly recommend adding this book to your TBR ASAP. I mean it. Like right now. I’m waiting. Go order it, please! Rating of 4 stars.
Thank you to Kate Shelton and Korza Books for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
PUB DATE: June 25, 2024
Trigger warning: bipolar disorder and other mental health problems, suicide, stalking, mention of: house fire, death of a parent, drug overdose
With the bodies and the scrutiny starting to pile up, Ana knows she must plot another story to catch the killer and clear her name. Instead, she discovers unexpected connections, buried secrets, and the reality that true crime attracts true criminals.
Deliciously unhinged characters. Magnificent twists and turns. Dysfunctional family dynamics. From the start, The Novel Killings had me under its thrall. Between a plot packed full of surprises and an off-the-charts climax and ending, there simply wasn’t a thing not to love about this debut psychological thriller. Shelton even included one of my favorite tropes of true-crime podcasting with a mixed media format. Altogether, it just couldn’t have been better.
The central characters of sisters Ana and Bex provided the framework for one truly messed up family dynamic. Between a superbly drawn unreliable narrator and her live-in enabler, the crazy train pulled into the station with both of them on board. I promise you, this is one ride you’re not going to want to miss. Especially considering we were blessed with their dual POVs. And thanks to a handful of equally suspicious individuals, I was left giving a serious side-eye to each and every persona—up to and including Ana and Bex.
Now, I must admit, parts of this storyline had an over-the-top feel, but rest assured that it was only in the best possible way. Alongside a plot that was both unpredictable and finely layered, the combination rang true for this thriller lover. I mean, Ana alone reeked with uncontrolled anxiety and tension. All told, it felt extreme but also 100% real.
All said and done, I was utterly blown away (pun thoroughly intended). On top of the slow burn start and mind-blowing twists, there was a delicacy to the focus on mental health, trauma, and grief. Adding depth to the novel, I was seriously impressed. Just be forewarned that you’re going to have to put off all of your chores and dedicate yourself to these pages. After all, despite the length, I finished it in just two long sittings as I simply could not put it down. So, as if it wasn’t already obvious, I wholeheartedly recommend adding this book to your TBR ASAP. I mean it. Like right now. I’m waiting. Go order it, please! Rating of 4 stars.
Thank you to Kate Shelton and Korza Books for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.
PUB DATE: June 25, 2024
Trigger warning: bipolar disorder and other mental health problems, suicide, stalking, mention of: house fire, death of a parent, drug overdose
October 21, 2024
I’m not exaggerating when I say that The Novel Killings had some of the best mental health representation I’ve ever encountered in a thriller. Add to that a complex but loving relationship between two sisters with a haunted past, a serial killer, a podcast based on killers, and you’ve got the recipe for a fast-paced, heart-pounding thriller with plenty of heart. Well done, Kate!
May 7, 2024
This is a Debut? Someone is lying to us, because this book is too good. There is no way Kate Shelton isn't a seasoned thriller writer. This was such a masterfully crafted novel, I am utterly blown away. I was addicted to this book.
This book has everything I need to knock my thriller loving socks off. Likeable characters, original plot, twists, an unpredictable ending, and the physical inability to put the book down until it's finished. The relationship between Bex and Ana reminded me a lot of my sister and I, so I was able to easily relate to the characters.
The Novel Killings exceeded all of my expectations, and I highly recommend you all read this when it's available June 25, 2024!
This book has everything I need to knock my thriller loving socks off. Likeable characters, original plot, twists, an unpredictable ending, and the physical inability to put the book down until it's finished. The relationship between Bex and Ana reminded me a lot of my sister and I, so I was able to easily relate to the characters.
The Novel Killings exceeded all of my expectations, and I highly recommend you all read this when it's available June 25, 2024!
June 24, 2024
So my bestie wrote a book AND it’s amazing!!!!
WOW! This was such a highly addictive and multi-faceted thriller about sisters, family, grief and trauma. I loved the bond of Ana and Bex. It was so realistic and reminded me of my relationship with my sister. They fiercely love each other but also struggle with the enmeshment of their past.
The twists and turns continue to come (along with the body count lol ) and I truly wasn’t sure where this was going to go. I love when a thriller is told by multiple POVs and this one is done so deliciously well it really keeps readers on their toes. I read it so fast and was so immersed that I was sad it was over. Make sure you dedicate time when cracking this open, because you will not be able to move. Thank you so much to my girl @katesheltonauthor for my Promo box!!!
WOW! This was such a highly addictive and multi-faceted thriller about sisters, family, grief and trauma. I loved the bond of Ana and Bex. It was so realistic and reminded me of my relationship with my sister. They fiercely love each other but also struggle with the enmeshment of their past.
The twists and turns continue to come (along with the body count lol ) and I truly wasn’t sure where this was going to go. I love when a thriller is told by multiple POVs and this one is done so deliciously well it really keeps readers on their toes. I read it so fast and was so immersed that I was sad it was over. Make sure you dedicate time when cracking this open, because you will not be able to move. Thank you so much to my girl @katesheltonauthor for my Promo box!!!
May 9, 2024
Rating: 5/5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Since today is thriller Thursday, I figured what better than to show off my first and so far only five star read read of May?! Go and swipe for the synopsis of this upcoming release.
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The Novel Killings is an absolutely smashing debut by the lovely Kate Shelton. It is one wild ride. Right from the start I was absolutely hooked. From the characters, to the murders, to the sisters past, I was completely invested. The main characters, Bex and Ana are perfectly flawed, I loved them so much. I wanted to know every detail about their tragic past and just what was going on with the two of them. The murders were perfectly depicted. As far as the rest of the characters, I never knew who I could or couldn’t trust. I think I suspected every single one of them.
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The Novel Killings is told in a dual POV through Bex and Ana. It is super fast paced from start to finish with perfectly timed twists to have you begging for more. This book is filled with so much tension and suspicious circumstances and suspense that you will be flying through the pages. The ending is jaw dropping shocking and I absolutely loved where Shelton went with it. This is one of those books that you won’t be able to put down once you start.
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I absolutely loved this book. I cannot believe that this was a debut. Kate Shelton will be an author to keep your eyes on for sure! The Novel Killings releases on June 25! You do not want to miss out on this one! Huge thank you to Kate Shelton and Korza Books for the eARC in exchange for my honest review!
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Since today is thriller Thursday, I figured what better than to show off my first and so far only five star read read of May?! Go and swipe for the synopsis of this upcoming release.
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The Novel Killings is an absolutely smashing debut by the lovely Kate Shelton. It is one wild ride. Right from the start I was absolutely hooked. From the characters, to the murders, to the sisters past, I was completely invested. The main characters, Bex and Ana are perfectly flawed, I loved them so much. I wanted to know every detail about their tragic past and just what was going on with the two of them. The murders were perfectly depicted. As far as the rest of the characters, I never knew who I could or couldn’t trust. I think I suspected every single one of them.
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The Novel Killings is told in a dual POV through Bex and Ana. It is super fast paced from start to finish with perfectly timed twists to have you begging for more. This book is filled with so much tension and suspicious circumstances and suspense that you will be flying through the pages. The ending is jaw dropping shocking and I absolutely loved where Shelton went with it. This is one of those books that you won’t be able to put down once you start.
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I absolutely loved this book. I cannot believe that this was a debut. Kate Shelton will be an author to keep your eyes on for sure! The Novel Killings releases on June 25! You do not want to miss out on this one! Huge thank you to Kate Shelton and Korza Books for the eARC in exchange for my honest review!
July 21, 2024
Another creepy dark one I loved! Ana and Bex are sisters when their house burns down, killing their parents. Little brother Caleb is apparently adopted out but the girls lose track of him as he's so much younger. Now they produce a popular podcast called The Serial Syndicate where they talk true crime. Ana also writes popular murder mysteries as she was hospitalized briefly for trauma after the fire and writing helps her cope. But as the podcast goes viral and they do a live one, things spiral out of control and they--and we--have absolutely no idea what's coming next! It's a crazy ride for sure!
August 19, 2024
I’m sorry. I don’t normally rate this low but I just can’t with this book. You can skip whole chapters in the beginning and not miss anything. It was easy to see the plot twist before there was even a plot twist. I had high hopes in this book and was very disappointed. I probably would’ve DNFd it if I wasn’t reading it for a book club.
July 19, 2024
True Crime, podcasts, and an author. This book has all of my favorite things from the get-go. It was twisty and turny and I didn’t see any of it coming, I was just along for the ride. Kept me guessing and I didn’t want to put it down.
May 8, 2024
OKAAAAAAY MY GIRL WROTE A BOOOOOK.
Thanks, Kate, for an ARC copy! And when I tell you I didn't want to put this down!!! Kids kept interrupting!
Fantastic writing, excellent feel for the characters, and had me second guessing the whole way! Put this on your summer reading list!
Thanks, Kate, for an ARC copy! And when I tell you I didn't want to put this down!!! Kids kept interrupting!
Fantastic writing, excellent feel for the characters, and had me second guessing the whole way! Put this on your summer reading list!
July 10, 2024
Really enjoyed this page-turner! The premise is unique, and the story unfolds with plenty of fun twists and turns. An addictive thriller that will keep you reading late into the night...
May 8, 2024
"The Novel Killings" poses an interesting question: What if your lifelong dream was to be a best-selling author and it was finally within your grasp, but the only way to achieve it was by someone killing people like you did in your book? Would it be worth it?
Kate's writing is exceptional in building tension and maintaining a proper pace that keeps you on edge as you unravel the mystery surrounding the murderer. She also does an excellent job of portraying sibling rivalry, family bonds, and how blood is always thicker than water.
If you're looking for a fast-paced thriller that will make you question whether you should keep your killer ideas in your mind instead of putting them on paper (just to be safe), then "The Novel Killings" is the book for you!
Kate's writing is exceptional in building tension and maintaining a proper pace that keeps you on edge as you unravel the mystery surrounding the murderer. She also does an excellent job of portraying sibling rivalry, family bonds, and how blood is always thicker than water.
If you're looking for a fast-paced thriller that will make you question whether you should keep your killer ideas in your mind instead of putting them on paper (just to be safe), then "The Novel Killings" is the book for you!
July 18, 2024
What an amazing debut from this author!! I stumbled across this book by an ad and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. Be prepared for twists and turns you’ll never expect.
July 30, 2024
This was a Goodreads giveaway win for me. My first ever and boy was I excited!! Thank you for the Kindle download.
I did enjoy this book. It did take me a little bit to fully get into it. I just felt from the very start that I knew "who done it" before "it" was even done. However, I still liked the story, the writing, and the characters, so I didn't want to not finish it. I would take long breaks and come back to it, and then one day, I realized I might be wrong. Once that happened, I was all in.
I never want to give anything away, but there are twists to the very end.
I debated between 3 and 4 stars. I landed on 3 only because of how long it took me to get into it. Otherwise, I would say 4 stars.
I did enjoy this book. It did take me a little bit to fully get into it. I just felt from the very start that I knew "who done it" before "it" was even done. However, I still liked the story, the writing, and the characters, so I didn't want to not finish it. I would take long breaks and come back to it, and then one day, I realized I might be wrong. Once that happened, I was all in.
I never want to give anything away, but there are twists to the very end.
I debated between 3 and 4 stars. I landed on 3 only because of how long it took me to get into it. Otherwise, I would say 4 stars.
June 1, 2024
Never in a million years would I have imagined this was a debut. First, the most obvious thing: I loveeeee the storyline. Books turned real life, hello?! So creative.
The plot was so twisty and intricate yet it flowed seamlessly. I truly did not know who to believe until the reveal. That ending?! It was perfectly done. The mental health storyline was done with such grace and accuracy.
Please just read this book.
The plot was so twisty and intricate yet it flowed seamlessly. I truly did not know who to believe until the reveal. That ending?! It was perfectly done. The mental health storyline was done with such grace and accuracy.
Please just read this book.
May 17, 2025
⭐️ 4.5, rounding up
I ate this book up in less than 24 hours. I can’t believe this is the authors debut!
The main characters were dynamic, I fell different things for each sister throughout the book which I really enjoyed.
SPOILER: The reason I’m not giving it 5 stars is because I felt like there was a hole left in the story with the creepy doc. Hopefully there’s a sequel to learn more about him and Ana’s new diagnosis!
I ate this book up in less than 24 hours. I can’t believe this is the authors debut!
The main characters were dynamic, I fell different things for each sister throughout the book which I really enjoyed.
SPOILER: The reason I’m not giving it 5 stars is because I felt like there was a hole left in the story with the creepy doc. Hopefully there’s a sequel to learn more about him and Ana’s new diagnosis!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 23, 2024
Title-The Novel Killings by @katesheltonauthor
Rating- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@katesheltonauthor debut book is a must-read for anyone who loves a good who done it storyline. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy to become invested in their story. Now the other characters in the book, I never knew who I could or couldn’t trust. I think I suspected every single one of them, and it was hard to know who was telling the truth and who was hiding something. Bravo to the author👏🏽
Synopsis-
True crime podcaster and self-published author Ana Adams struggles to reach the success her co-host sister Bex believes they’re both capable of, finding herself stuck in a comfortable (if dreary) loop of isolation, social media, medication and instability. But when an email arrives detailing a grisly murder that follows the plotline of Ana’s first book, she’s thrust into the spotlight. Sudden fame, overnight bestsellers and a national profile are every author’s dream but that soon turns to nightmare as the killer strikes again. And again. While Bex and Ana race to catch the murderer they must navigate their newfound celebrity, unwanted attention from obsessed fans and the suspicions of the FBI.
With the bodies and the scrutiny starting to pile up Ana knows she must publish another story in order to catch the killer and clear her name, discovering unexpected connections, buried secrets and the fact that even true criminals read true crime.
This will be out on Kindle Unlimited June 25, 2024, add it to your tbr besties!
Thank you @katesheltonauthor and @korza_books for this advanced copy.😍
Rating- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@katesheltonauthor debut book is a must-read for anyone who loves a good who done it storyline. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy to become invested in their story. Now the other characters in the book, I never knew who I could or couldn’t trust. I think I suspected every single one of them, and it was hard to know who was telling the truth and who was hiding something. Bravo to the author👏🏽
Synopsis-
True crime podcaster and self-published author Ana Adams struggles to reach the success her co-host sister Bex believes they’re both capable of, finding herself stuck in a comfortable (if dreary) loop of isolation, social media, medication and instability. But when an email arrives detailing a grisly murder that follows the plotline of Ana’s first book, she’s thrust into the spotlight. Sudden fame, overnight bestsellers and a national profile are every author’s dream but that soon turns to nightmare as the killer strikes again. And again. While Bex and Ana race to catch the murderer they must navigate their newfound celebrity, unwanted attention from obsessed fans and the suspicions of the FBI.
With the bodies and the scrutiny starting to pile up Ana knows she must publish another story in order to catch the killer and clear her name, discovering unexpected connections, buried secrets and the fact that even true criminals read true crime.
This will be out on Kindle Unlimited June 25, 2024, add it to your tbr besties!
Thank you @katesheltonauthor and @korza_books for this advanced copy.😍
June 20, 2024
Thank you to Kate Shelton for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Sisters Ana and Bex have a lot in common. They live together, they host a true crime podcast together and they experienced some terrifying trauma together as children. Ana is now an indie author, trying to make her big break when suddenly a murder takes place. The weird part is that the murder is copied exactly from one of her books. This boosts the podcast and book sales, but are Ana and Bex in danger?
I was so excited when Kate offered me an e-ARC of this book to read. It is amazing seeing friends accomplish their dreams, especially when she worked so dang hard to get here! It’s also a little nerve-wracking because I like to give honest reviews and I would never want to hurt a friend. Lucky for me this book is bomb (pun intended) so I can truly give it a high praise review.
The beginning starts a tiny bit slow for a thriller, but it allowed me to better learn who Ana and Bex are, which made a huge difference as the book went on. They are characters that will stick with me, which can be rare in the thriller genre. But this novel isn’t just a thriller. Kate tackles mental health in a very beautiful and thoughtful manner, making it relatable and kind to people who have struggled with depression and anxiety, like me.
The chapters are short and sweet, which I love, and I enjoyed the use of social media as an added chunk to really immerse myself in Ana’s world. Once the plot picks up it does not stop. It is twist after twist with plenty of shockers. It became incredibly hard to put down and the ending blew my mind, multiple times.
It’s hard to believe this book is a debut, I am already excited for whatever is next from Kate. She is my new favourite indie author!
The Novel Killings publication date is June 25 (next week!!), so be sure to check it out!
Sisters Ana and Bex have a lot in common. They live together, they host a true crime podcast together and they experienced some terrifying trauma together as children. Ana is now an indie author, trying to make her big break when suddenly a murder takes place. The weird part is that the murder is copied exactly from one of her books. This boosts the podcast and book sales, but are Ana and Bex in danger?
I was so excited when Kate offered me an e-ARC of this book to read. It is amazing seeing friends accomplish their dreams, especially when she worked so dang hard to get here! It’s also a little nerve-wracking because I like to give honest reviews and I would never want to hurt a friend. Lucky for me this book is bomb (pun intended) so I can truly give it a high praise review.
The beginning starts a tiny bit slow for a thriller, but it allowed me to better learn who Ana and Bex are, which made a huge difference as the book went on. They are characters that will stick with me, which can be rare in the thriller genre. But this novel isn’t just a thriller. Kate tackles mental health in a very beautiful and thoughtful manner, making it relatable and kind to people who have struggled with depression and anxiety, like me.
The chapters are short and sweet, which I love, and I enjoyed the use of social media as an added chunk to really immerse myself in Ana’s world. Once the plot picks up it does not stop. It is twist after twist with plenty of shockers. It became incredibly hard to put down and the ending blew my mind, multiple times.
It’s hard to believe this book is a debut, I am already excited for whatever is next from Kate. She is my new favourite indie author!
The Novel Killings publication date is June 25 (next week!!), so be sure to check it out!
January 19, 2025
This book was excellent. Due to a cold the book took me a few days to read. But once I was feeling better I couldn’t put it down. True crime is all the rave and podcasts have become a worldwide addiction. This book has everything a true crime lover would want; childhood trauma, sister relationships, serial killers, true crime podcasts, and twists and unexpected turns. What I thought was going to be the ending was nowhere close to what it ended up being.
And it brought out a lot of emotions for me. I felt anger and empathy for a misunderstood mentally ill sister, pity for a sister who would do anything to help her but also annoyance at how her need to control everything came off as selfish behavior. I also felt annoyance with the opinions and theories of social media influencers who spoke on things they knew little about (stirred the pot I should say) — you’ll see what i mean if you read it.
This book also did an excellent job at getting into the mind of someone who suffers with extreme mental illness and depression due to trauma.
This book was incredibly written and I cannot wait to see future work by the author.
And it brought out a lot of emotions for me. I felt anger and empathy for a misunderstood mentally ill sister, pity for a sister who would do anything to help her but also annoyance at how her need to control everything came off as selfish behavior. I also felt annoyance with the opinions and theories of social media influencers who spoke on things they knew little about (stirred the pot I should say) — you’ll see what i mean if you read it.
This book also did an excellent job at getting into the mind of someone who suffers with extreme mental illness and depression due to trauma.
This book was incredibly written and I cannot wait to see future work by the author.
August 23, 2024
WOW! Thats the first thing I thought when I finished this book! To be honest I was going to stop reading about 2-3 chapters in but I was waiting on another book and decided to just keep reading and Im so happy I did!!! The ending was nothing I wouldve guessed and I really hope Kate Shelton is writing a sequel! I kept saying to myself "just on more chapter" towards the ending until I hit the end. I couldnt find a good stopping point because I needed to know what was going to happen next!!
November 8, 2024
I really enjoyed reading this book. The author successfully blends classic thriller tropes with endearing (and often maddening) characters, while also updating them with a crisp, modern twist. The novel kept me guessing and hoping before ultimately dreading the conclusion.
So good. You'll love this one.
Can't wait for the author's next stories!
So good. You'll love this one.
Can't wait for the author's next stories!
July 2, 2024
An amazing thriller!
I devoured this book! So, so good. The crime elements are fantastic, and I stayed up way past my bedtime because I just had to know… who is The Novel Killer? The book is fast paced and chapters are short, so it’s easy to say “just one more” all the way till the end. 5 stars!
I devoured this book! So, so good. The crime elements are fantastic, and I stayed up way past my bedtime because I just had to know… who is The Novel Killer? The book is fast paced and chapters are short, so it’s easy to say “just one more” all the way till the end. 5 stars!
September 11, 2024
The Novel Killings by Kate Shelton
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I enjoyed this fast read about Ana and her sister Bex. Ana is an independent author who wrote a couple of novels that suddenly start playing out in real life. Bed and Ana also have a true crime podcast that’s becoming much more popular as the killings begin. Although I did come up with the correct killer fairly early, this was a great read for me still. You won’t see how the ending plays out.
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I enjoyed this fast read about Ana and her sister Bex. Ana is an independent author who wrote a couple of novels that suddenly start playing out in real life. Bed and Ana also have a true crime podcast that’s becoming much more popular as the killings begin. Although I did come up with the correct killer fairly early, this was a great read for me still. You won’t see how the ending plays out.
March 4, 2025
This book was not good. Very predictable and repetitive. Bex needs to (figuratively) grow a pair. So torn between her girlfriend and her sister, DUDE-pick a side!!!! Characters are very flat and uninteresting. Two pages at the very end spent on the “twist.” Should have DNF’d it. 👎👎👎👎👎
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May 7, 2025I really struggled with this book. I wasn’t a fan of the writing style. I found it disjointed and hard to follow. There were time jumps and it wasn’t very clear. I also didn’t enjoy the characters. This just was not for me.
June 30, 2024
Wow! Unreliable characters, twisty turns, and a true whodunit make this book a great, suspenseful page turner. Can’t wait to read what’s next for this author!!
July 6, 2024
Couldn't put it down
Very interesting! I was so deeply involved with Ana and Bex's journey. Can't wait to see more from this author!
Very interesting! I was so deeply involved with Ana and Bex's journey. Can't wait to see more from this author!
August 5, 2024
Excellent read!
Tis was good a read with many details that provides an opportunity to develop your own theories, but then as the story progressed specific details were revealed that changes the course of your theories. By the end of it.......wow. I did not see that coming at all.
Tis was good a read with many details that provides an opportunity to develop your own theories, but then as the story progressed specific details were revealed that changes the course of your theories. By the end of it.......wow. I did not see that coming at all.
November 14, 2024
Amazing kept you wanting more, I enjoyed it ever so much!
I loved it from the first page til the end. Great book to read! I was sad it ended I wanted more!GREAT BOOK!
I loved it from the first page til the end. Great book to read! I was sad it ended I wanted more!GREAT BOOK!
June 7, 2024
I am so proud of my friend for writing such an incredible story. A lot of us in the thriller community/bookstagram space love a good book about books… and that’s what Kate delivered. Not only a good thriller, but an emotional plot about love, loss, grief, and mental health. Cannot wait for the next one!!
June 26, 2024
Creative, captivating, and enjoyably creepy. The modern-day characters are so developed I couldn’t help but appreciate some beauty in their flaws. I lost count of the plot twists I never saw coming despite the Easter eggs buried along the way. This book will have you reflecting on it for the foreseeable future and one you’ll certainly enjoy discussing with friends. Bravo!
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