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Craving Murder 2: Texas Thrills

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Book 2 in the Craving Murder series, follows Abigail Wescott, a brutal killer who thought she could dispose of everyone and anyone in her path, and not have to face the consequences. A new town, new faces, a new mask thrown on, and she was ready to evolve, ready to take things to the next level.

But her past keeps showing up, and she can’t seem to escape it.

When two faces come back to haunt her, ones who she thought were gone for good, she doesn’t know who she can trust.
Mysterious boxes and unmarked cars parked outside her door sets her on edge, but she’s ready to unmask this person and play a new game. Is Abigail ready for the next thrill in her life?

380 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2024

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A.V. Donaldson

15 books116 followers
Author A.V. Donaldson is a writer of murder and mayhem. She currently resides in Texas with her husband, three teenagers, and a lap full of adorable cats. When she's not writing she's...okay well, she's always writing. She enjoys Halloween and all things spooky, photography, traveling, the mountains, chocolate cake and pizza, but her favorite thing is visiting Salem on Halloween. It's the most magical place on Earth.
She also suffers from a rare brain abnormality called Chiari malformation and hopes to spread more awareness to the disorder. She is a brain surgery survivor and credits her condition for creating the insanity she writes.

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Profile Image for Ellie Collins.
577 reviews11 followers
September 16, 2024
Thank you to the author for allowing me to be apart of your ARC team again!

Texas?! Sold it for me ngl.

I loved reading about Abigail in book 1 & this was just perfection! Such an easy fast pace read with TWISTS & TURNS!!! I couldn’t believe it..had to have a breather at one point 😂😂

The writing is really easy to follow & you will fall in love the characters! Abigail is the most unhinged bad as FMC ever!! I haven’t actually read anything with this type of story/twists & turns it’s soo unique!!

This book also has multiple POV’S which I 100% loved. It was amazing to see it from all of their perspectives! & the last POV…. JHEEEEZE!!!!🤣🤣

I highly recommend you read these books!! Indie authors for the win❤️🥰

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Profile Image for Amber Adams.
200 reviews15 followers
September 15, 2024
For the love of all things unholy, I wasn't expecting this.

Abigail, the FMC, now lives in Texas and has taken a break from slaughtering. We learn about what's been happening since the ending of the book one and what she's up to.
Brett, MMC, is even more psychotic than we were led to believe, and I'm not sure how I feel about him.

I can't even tell you much about the book without giving massive spoilers.
I will say, this story is full of twists, surprises, very creative, and introduced to new and old characters. I excitedly squealed a few times, I had full laughs, a few eyebrow arches; I was so happy reading. The series just keeps getting better, and becoming an addiction.

I was completely blown out of the water, and can't wait for book three.
Profile Image for Isabelle Houseknecht.
127 reviews26 followers
October 1, 2024
5⭐️ 4/5🌶️ 4/5🩸


A few Triggers:
~Toxic relationships ~Explicit language ~Serial killer things ~Twisted games ~Emasculation ~Humiliation ~Human Jack-O-Lantern carving ~Murderous artistic expressions ~Torture~Electrocution~Branding

“Why should men get all the credit?”

I have been waiting for this book to release. I loved book one but I needed more by the end of it. I definitely got the more I wanted. I loved book two almost as much as I loved book one. The twists and turns are crazy. I read the whole book in one day, I wasn’t able to pull myself out of it! I loved reading from Abigails perspective in book one. She’s a little crazy but it’s not like an overload on crazy, she is definitely unhinged but a bit relatable at times. With Abigail as the FMC it’s the perfect unhinged, fast paced read you could ask for. Brett, MMC, was definitely a twist. From what we saw of him in book one he didn’t seem as psychotic as he truly is. They compliment each other crazy for crazy. Also can we just talk about all the juicy details from chapter 26?!?!? OMG yI CANT BELIEVE ITS TRUE!! And the ending is such a twist even more the chapter 26! Just like book one I am so ready for the next book! I am already ready for more Abigail and her crazy shenanigans. And to see what her copy cat has to offer!!
Profile Image for Caroline.
34 reviews
September 28, 2024
Abigail Wescott is no longer alive, at least thats what the world believes about the famous model. But we find our beloved Abigail in Small Town, Texas. And we're just along for the wild ride. Because you can take the girl out of Boston, but you can't take the Black Orchid Killer out of girl.

This book was insane. So many good twists and turns. We get a deeper look into Abby's past and how she became who she is. Which is an adorable, cute ray of sunshine! Just kidding. She's a violent, unsettling, fairly comedic Serial killer (what she has a sense of humor). I enjoyed this book so much, and just like the first book, I was turning the pages(tapping my kindle) faster than I usually do. AV did an amazing job, and this story is truly a whirlwind. I am excited for the next part in this series.

Thank you, again, AV, for allowing me to ARC read this, I'm so happy for you! ♥️
Profile Image for Ascher Alchier.
120 reviews12 followers
November 6, 2024
When it comes to Av Donaldson I can not get enough! Abigail is perfection in a serial killer! I loved both of these books so much!
Profile Image for Toxic.
101 reviews12 followers
October 12, 2024
She's baaaaaaaack

Abigail, our calculated, cold and cool as fuck psychopath has returned to wreak havoc, this time in Texas.

It doesn't take her long to get back to her own tricks, game playing, and sinister actions that will leave you reeling and on the edge of your seat.

I don't even want to mention any MMC. You're just gonna have to trust me on this one. I promise it's worth it.

I'm once again screaming from the rooftops about the style and flow of AVs writing. That psycho kidnaps you and plonks you in the book, like Joey in the map of London on Friends. You feel it all, you see it all, and you experience it all. There's no escaping it.

I am truly, truly blessed to have been able to say I got to read snippets of this book since March, and I couldn't be any happier about it.

Thank you, AV Donaldson, for yet another instalment of Abigails shenanigans. I can't wait for the next 😍

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F Serial Killer
Murderous game playing
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Cliffhanger - it's a doozy
Multiple POV
Profile Image for Leah Pretty Pistolz.
181 reviews10 followers
October 3, 2024
ARC Review:

5⭐️ 4🌶️

Oh my gosh I don't even know where to start! Abigail is one badass FMC! She moved to Texas and decided to take a break from slaughtering! I truly despise one of the MMC's and I'm happy he gets what he deserves! That's all I'm going to say without spoiling this amazing book!

I couldn't put this book down and read it in a day! From the plot to the amazing FMC and my fav MMC and all the twists that kept me on my toes, this book is a MUST READ! It's really well written and had me laughing so hard to then having WTF moments! 😂🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

1st book is FREE on kindle until September 30th!🫶🖤
Profile Image for Jessi.
24 reviews2 followers
September 16, 2024
Book two was just wilder and twistier than book one! We follow Abigail to Texas where she’s trying to blend in and not make a lot of noise, that is until she starts receiving mysterious gifts again. We left off with Brett following her but why? We learn he thinks he her perfect match? Are they? Read Craving Murder: Texas Thrills October 1st to find out all the juicy details
Profile Image for JenzBookCorner.
149 reviews16 followers
October 1, 2024
Welll… Okayyy then

When I thought Abigail took you on a ride in the first book, she’s just came steaming back in with Texas Thrills and this is an even bigger ride.. there’s a saying
Go hard or go home
Yeah
A.v Donaldson brought it with this second book

Be prepared for one hell of a ride… buckle up and hold on tight because our serial unaliver is going to take you on an ride you won’t forget in a hurry

She takes us to Texas with her and man oh man.
Can she really do anything else other than what she does.. the twists and turns and the writing is just so sooo good. It left me shocked and not sure I was ready for some parts of this crazy ride I jumped on but man the characters the story the way this whole story just flows and is an easy read to follow.

This definitely deserves all the stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Plenty of the 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ along the way too which is just….🥵🔥

Add this to your tbr.
Grab book one Craving Murder and jump on this crazy train that the Author and these characters take you on
Profile Image for Trish Matter.
17 reviews3 followers
September 24, 2024
So, the lovely A.V. Donaldson has done it yet AGAIN. She has completely blown my mind in so many amazing ways I didn't even know I needed!

The first bomb that dropped, had me yelling & running to others who have read it because I just couldn't believe it 🤣 Perfection, just absolutely fricking perfect! 😭

All the twists & turns, just left me in shock. We get old characters some we love, some we hate plus some new that well...you know 😉

I can not get enough of Abigails crazy self. She is such a force. Also, very creative with her unalivings. The way A.V describes the scenes is absolutely amazing. Every detail you need to be there is there.

If you haven't started this series yet, you seriously need to! This series has quickly become my favorite & top read of the year! I now also have a new favorite author. It's so hard not to spoil things in this book for yall because seriously it's one that after you read it you need to talk to someone about it!

I will gladly give my soul, my husband's and anyone else's I can to her just so I can get the rest of the series 🤣 This series is going to break everyone in the best way possible. Booktok isn't ready for the lovely Abigail how ever, she has arrived!
Profile Image for Tiffany(Nightshadowitch).
276 reviews15 followers
October 1, 2024
Abigail has done it again. My favorite female serial killer is back. Old issues and new fun twists in her life past follows her and she is on to them. The game is on !! She’s not holding back in her methods this round and spicy just gets spicier !!! A.v. Donaldson is a writer who draws you in has you holding your breath and will flip what you know upside down!! There are triggers ! Please read those ! You might find a few new ones lol. I don’t want to spoil a thing and I’m great at that so all I can say is you won’t be disappointed so go read it now !!!
Profile Image for April Bonner.
16 reviews1 follower
October 13, 2024
I devoured this book! Our poor unhiged serieral killer, Abigail, she doesn't stress anything and now she's actually stressing for the first time. Even when that's all cleared up our girl still can catch a break. Check your TW's. This book was amazing. But you have to read the first one, Craving Murder, o understand this one. A.V. Donaldson, you are amazing my friend!!!
Profile Image for Jenny Coyne.
873 reviews41 followers
October 1, 2025
rounding up from 4.5 stars

This one was even better than the first! I'm kind of starting to love the characters. (Don't know what that says about me.) While Abigail may be Craving Murder, I'm left "Craving" the next installment in this series. Is there seriously someone out that that can take down Abigail? Personally, I think not, but now I have to wait to find out!
Profile Image for D.Mariie_Sinful.Reads.
105 reviews6 followers
October 2, 2024
Absolutely loved this second book!!!!! Abigail just keeps getting more unhinged as the book goes on!!!!! AND HOLY FREAKING SETH!!!!! Where did he come from !!!!! The amount of twists and turns this book has you not sure what to think next!!!! I can’t say enough about this thriller!!! The plot thickens and leaves you on edge, because yep I foresee another round of Abigail in our near future ( book 3 ) !!!!! The spice is always on point, it’s just enough, not too much to over look the plot and the characters!!!! As always thank you for this opportunity .
Profile Image for Alizae Cratch.
13 reviews7 followers
September 29, 2024
*Arc Reader*
OMG!
The twists and turns I wasnt expecting😍 I fell in love with Seth and Abbys relationship even more! The havoc they wreak together is the most beautiful thing in the world. This is quickly becoming one of my most favorite series! Abby is a badass… and to the one coming after her…? Good luck.
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Profile Image for Larae Marie.
Author 4 books6 followers
September 29, 2024
I have never had a book that has kept me tensed up anticipating the next page, the next chapter. Really good book. it's an easy read. Check out, A.V. Donaldson. I'm looking forward to the next one!!!! I'm praying there is a next one.
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4 reviews
September 25, 2024
This phenomenal author went and done it again!! This is her second book in series set to release October 1st, just in time for the October reads! Add this series to your list. It will not disappoint you one bit. A.V. Donaldson will take you on a murderous ride of cat and mouse and revenge that will keep you gasping the whole way through. I cannot wait for the next book in this series, just to see what Abigale Westcott will do to her little copycat stalker! I’ll be there waiting and lurking along for all the twists and turns!
Profile Image for Ashly Jones.
49 reviews3 followers
September 25, 2024
Of course this book had me hooked. Abigail….shes kinda my hero. I would have NEVEr guessed most of what happened in this book. Every time I thought I had something figured out, AV was like…boo bitch. Gotcha! I absolutely love her style of writing and she’s by far one of the sweetest authors I have ever met. I enjoy reading her work and I’m so excited to see what’s next for Abigail. Thank you again AV for providing me with such an amazing book!
190 reviews2 followers
October 2, 2024
Wow ! Just wow! A.V. Donaldson did it again! I didn’t think it was possible, but Craving Murder: Texas Thrills is even better than the first one. One of the best reads of the year for me!

The writing was incredibly easy to follow and full of twists and turns. In this one, Abigail is in Texas. This leaves us with the question of what is she going to do in the middle of nowhere with absolutely no one to unalive without her being caught? Of course, there’s also the predicament with Brett that Abigail has to deal with and her past keeps coming back to haunt her in ways she didn’t think possible. There are more secrets that are revealed in this one. I highly,highly recommend the series! Read Craving Murder first before Texas Thrills!

I received an advanced review copy for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Profile Image for Andrea Troester.
46 reviews3 followers
September 19, 2024
What a deliciously dark and delectably dangerous continuation to Abigail Wescott's twisted tale.

I'll have to admit, I was a little nervous about how close the second book is being released to the first. I was worried it was rushed and wouldn't live up to the hype.

Boy, did I fret for nothing. The second installment of the Craving Murder series did not disappoint in the slightest, and in my opinion, was better than the first. From the writing to the plot, the story flowed seductively better in every way. The multiple POVs of these unforgettable characters pull you in, and don't let you go. It was hard to put down!

So many twists and ravenous turns - Our beautifully blood-thirsty redhead will continue to captivate as she navigates her next chapter and all the challenges her new life presents. Don't worry, she's just as crazy and unhinged as before... just with a new look ;)
Profile Image for Heather Angeli.
220 reviews7 followers
September 24, 2024
Abs is BACK! Taking a little hiatus in the Lonestar state, Sara Scott finds herself needing a new life after leaving Boston. The twists and turns she comes across from finding out about her past, her grandmother, and even a visit from the ghost, you won’t be disappointed as we find out more about Brett!
Definitely worth the read and I cannot wait for book 3!
Bring on the bl00d lust!
Profile Image for Becca.
441 reviews80 followers
September 27, 2024
Wow. Just wow!

I’m blown away again by AV! First off I’m thankful I’m able to have the honor of being a part of her ARC and Street Team!

The second book of the black orchid killer series has blown me away. AGAIN! You really get into the mind of AV while giving us an amazing picture and view.

Abigail has uprooted and moved herself away while taking a break from her unaliving people. Only issue is ghosts from her past are coming full force. Make sure you read Craving Murder before so you can understand it all.

I can’t scream enough how much I recommend this book series! So let me do it again. I 1,000% recommend this book! ⭐️

Permanent ARC team
39 reviews2 followers
September 20, 2024
I’ll never stop being thankful that I get to be a part of AV’s ARC/street team!

AV has done it again with the second book in the Black Orchid Killer series! Absolutely fantastic! There’s something about the way AV paints a scene and builds a character that is just an absolute masterpiece!

Abigail our favourite female bada** is back and facing ghosts and demons from her past! You’re going to want to add this to your TBR immediately and pick up Craving Murder if you haven’t yet!

There’s murder, thrills and some interesting uses for darts ! What more could you ask for!

1000/10 ⭐️could not put it down!
Profile Image for Rachel Stratton.
8 reviews3 followers
September 21, 2024
This series is incredible. Abigail's journey is a perfect outlet for twisted girlie's 👻 I devoured this just like I did with book one. The twists and turns had me hooked trying to figure out what's next. Stoked to see what unfolds after another KILLER masterpiece!
Profile Image for Rheanan Gallegos.
63 reviews4 followers
October 3, 2024
A.V does it again and wows us with Abigail when we thought it couldn’t get any better.

What happens when a serial killer changes her identity and flees to Texas? Would you say she’s in a witness protection of sorts? Will she stop killing all together or will she continue her shenanigans in true Abigail style?

Deep in the heart of Texas Abbie is laying low and biding her time until she can come back out into the open. As she finds her way to where she plans to settle in what she considers her “perfect place” she comes across many victims to satiate her hunger. Will she survive Texas or will she finally get caught?
Profile Image for Ashleigh Childers.
2 reviews
September 16, 2024
Holy plot twist Batman!

After taking a break from her deadly hobby, Abigail Wescott finds herself in small town Texas enjoying an escape from her former life in Boston. That is, until an unexpected ghost reappears in her life causing chaos at every turn. This book was so entertaining and had me on my toes from the second I picked it up! It’s the perfect second installment of Craving Murder.
Profile Image for Aribelle.
20 reviews3 followers
September 18, 2024
I enjoy getting to dive in to Abigail’s serial killer mind. She has so much humor to her. Having familiar characters come back in the 2nd book was welcoming. Still team Abigail 100%. The things that she comes up with for her targets are wild! Highly recommend. Dive into her crazed mind and enjoy!
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766 reviews45 followers
July 27, 2025
You’ve got to love a strong FMC and even better if she’s a creative serial deleter. Abigail is just that, she creates a display when she’s done with her prey.

In this book, we are led straight into her deception ‘her own d3ath’, her subsequent escape to Texas unfortunately, she is not as alone as she thinks she is. Mind games are afoot, packages appear, heads will roll but who will come out the victor? The twists in this one are 🤌

This is one of those stories that leave your brain completely at the WTF did I just read, it flows through with effective visuals, there are elements of humour, and spice definitely spice along with the m*rd3ring of course hence the title 🤣
Profile Image for Krystal Kraft.
225 reviews2 followers
January 1, 2025
Another book that I can confidently say needs to be on your TBR list!

We have our sweet Abigail.

New look, new name, new town, new plans.

Same unhinged self!

But- someone is trying to outsmart her now and this someone has been playing quite the twisty cat and mouse game with her!

Does it break her or does it fuel her?

Will she accomplish what she set out to or will this mystery person ruin her plans?

Or will an unexpected surprise change things up once again?! Read on to find out!

This book is coming to you with lots of twists and turns, dabbled with some spice, some revenge, and some new games that none of us saw coming!

I promise you if you think you know, again, same as the first book….no you do not!

Get your hands on this one and thank me later!

Would highly recommend and very much looking forward to future books!
Profile Image for Alyx Reese.
358 reviews5 followers
October 18, 2024
After the absolute shocking Brett cliffhanger of Black Orchid, which btw, just wait kiddies, you ain’t seen nothin yet. Texas Thrills picks up not long after Black Orchid left off. Abigail is now living in small town Texas, bored to tears, Sara ‘sunshine’ Scott. I almost snorting coffee out my nose when I read that, really Donaldson? That was too funny.

To say Texas Thrills was twistier, darker, more devious and deviant than the first book, well hang on because you are in for one heck of a roller coaster ride of surprises and plot twists.

I would read and then hit a point and say WTF! And have to go back a few pages and reread, then go WTF! At other points Donaldson had me literally holding my breath. The cat and mouse between Abi and Brett was so intense. Brett is absolutely psychotically unhinged in his obsessive belief that he and Abi are soulmates. And he’ll do anything, I mean anything to prove it. Abi on the other hand, is the epitome of feminine rage come to life. She takes what she wants, when she wants it, and anyone who gets in her way, dies. As brutally and bloodily as possible. This is a match made somewhere.

Setting it in Texas and tying it to Abi’s backstory is absolutely brilliant, I was thrown by the plot surprises, almost as much as our FMC. They were brilliant and kept her and us, guessing as to what would happen next. I will say the ending was exactly what I wanted to happen. It just took me, and Abi, awhile to get there.

And AV Donaldson, is the Queen of Twisted Epilogues.
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