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Denver Brady claims to be the most successful serial killer of our time – and that’s precisely why you’ve never heard of him.
But with the publication of How to Get Away With Murder, his manual for aspiring serial killers, that’s about to change.
When a copy of Denver's book is found at a crime scene, DI Samantha Hansen is given the job of tracking down the elusive author.
As Denver and Sam’s stories unfold and converge, it becomes clear that there’s more to both than meets the eye.
And once Denver’s book goes viral, the pressure to find and bring him to justice brings Sam to breaking point.
But in this dark and twisted tale, who is hunting whom?
Denver Brady claims to be the most successful serial killer of our time – and that’s precisely why you’ve never heard of him.
But with the publication of How to Get Away With Murder, his manual for aspiring serial killers, that’s about to change.
When a copy of Denver's book is found at a crime scene, DI Samantha Hansen is given the job of tracking down the elusive author.
As Denver and Sam’s stories unfold and converge, it becomes clear that there’s more to both than meets the eye.
And once Denver’s book goes viral, the pressure to find and bring him to justice brings Sam to breaking point.
But in this dark and twisted tale, who is hunting whom?
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Expected publication February 24, 2026
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January 10, 2026
What a hook! A “book-within-a-book” serial-killer mystery where the murderer leaves a copy of “How to Get Away with Murder” at each scene—complete with step-by-step instructions that mirror the crime—had me leaning so far forward I nearly fell off the couch. It’s a wickedly clever conceit: the killer taunts investigators with a printed playbook, and the only way to stop them is to read between the lines faster than they can turn the page.
Our lead, Samantha Hansen, is a brilliant Chief Inspector at Scotland Yard who’s been off the job for six months after a colleague sexually assaulted her—a “he said, she said” wound that left her with PTSD and a shaken sense of self. When a fourteen-year-old girl is found murdered in a local park, Samantha collides with the scene—literally and emotionally—and decides to return. With steady support from Harry (her boss and her late father’s best friend), she teams up with savvy DS Tina Edris and two rookies, Taylor and Chloe, to chase a killer who treats homicide like a literary scavenger hunt.
Their single, infuriatingly elegant clue is the book the murderer plants: “How to Get Away with Murder.” Inside, a victim named Sarah shares eerie, specific overlaps with young Charlotte, and each chapter reads like a breadcrumb trail. Is the culprit a copycat meticulously staging a fictional plot? Or is enigmatic author Denver Brady using publication as autobiography—confessing in plain sight and daring the police to catch up? Samantha’s edge has always been mastery of detail, but trauma has blunted her focus; skimming won’t cut it. The devil is in the margins, and she has to relearn how to read every scratch, stain, and comma as if a life depends on it—because it does.
I loved how the novel balances propulsive plotting with character work. Samantha’s return is not a triumphant flip of a switch; it’s halting, prickly, and real. Watching her rebuild professional muscle memory while refusing to let a predator (past or present) define her gives the case personal stakes that hum beneath every interview and evidence board. As for the mystery—I made suspect lists, crossed out names, and still second-guessed myself until the final reveal. Smart misdirection, fair clues, and just enough menace to make you glance at your own bookshelf.
Bottom line: an ingenious premise executed with confidence and heart. If this is the author’s debut, consider me on high alert for whatever comes next—I’m hooked.
A very huge thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for sharing this unputdownable, razor-smart mystery’s digital reviewer copy with me in exchange for my honest thoughts.
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Our lead, Samantha Hansen, is a brilliant Chief Inspector at Scotland Yard who’s been off the job for six months after a colleague sexually assaulted her—a “he said, she said” wound that left her with PTSD and a shaken sense of self. When a fourteen-year-old girl is found murdered in a local park, Samantha collides with the scene—literally and emotionally—and decides to return. With steady support from Harry (her boss and her late father’s best friend), she teams up with savvy DS Tina Edris and two rookies, Taylor and Chloe, to chase a killer who treats homicide like a literary scavenger hunt.
Their single, infuriatingly elegant clue is the book the murderer plants: “How to Get Away with Murder.” Inside, a victim named Sarah shares eerie, specific overlaps with young Charlotte, and each chapter reads like a breadcrumb trail. Is the culprit a copycat meticulously staging a fictional plot? Or is enigmatic author Denver Brady using publication as autobiography—confessing in plain sight and daring the police to catch up? Samantha’s edge has always been mastery of detail, but trauma has blunted her focus; skimming won’t cut it. The devil is in the margins, and she has to relearn how to read every scratch, stain, and comma as if a life depends on it—because it does.
I loved how the novel balances propulsive plotting with character work. Samantha’s return is not a triumphant flip of a switch; it’s halting, prickly, and real. Watching her rebuild professional muscle memory while refusing to let a predator (past or present) define her gives the case personal stakes that hum beneath every interview and evidence board. As for the mystery—I made suspect lists, crossed out names, and still second-guessed myself until the final reveal. Smart misdirection, fair clues, and just enough menace to make you glance at your own bookshelf.
Bottom line: an ingenious premise executed with confidence and heart. If this is the author’s debut, consider me on high alert for whatever comes next—I’m hooked.
A very huge thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for sharing this unputdownable, razor-smart mystery’s digital reviewer copy with me in exchange for my honest thoughts.
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January 18, 2026
3.5 stars
A fun, snarky, clever, “book within a book” plot!
This debut novel follows a hard working and results-driven police detective who is returning to work after being on leave for six months following a breakdown. She is determined to make an immediate impact on the job, even though her doctors suggest she take it slowly. A high visibility murder case lands in her team’s hands and she finds herself back in a leadership investigative role.
I love stories that involve the book within a book trope and this one was done so well! A serial killers guidebook is left at the scene of a murder. As police review the step-by-step serial killer handbook for possible clues, a race against the clock begins as they find similarities to their own current and some cold cases.
The narrative switches between the present day police investigation and the serial killer manual chapters. The pace was quick and captivating, and the flow seamlessly linked the narratives which kept me wanting to read on. The guidebook has a dark, sarcastic snark that was highly entertaining, uncomfortable, and addictive. It was a brilliant plot facilitator that kept the storyline driving forward.
There is a dog companion that I absolutely loved! This rescued canine was a great addition to the story that somewhat lightened the tone at times.
My investment was stronger in the first half of this novel. I flew through those chapters within a day. After that point, the plot took a turn into implausibility, as several elements became convenient. The last third was entertaining, but I lost most of my investment due to the unrealistic aspects. Whenever characters wear disguises, it’s usually a deal breaker for me.
Overall, this was a great debut novel showcasing a fresh, dark and fun plot. This authors writing shows so much potential and I look forward to reading whatever she publishes next!
Thank you to the publisher for my review copy!
This publishes on February 24th!
A fun, snarky, clever, “book within a book” plot!
This debut novel follows a hard working and results-driven police detective who is returning to work after being on leave for six months following a breakdown. She is determined to make an immediate impact on the job, even though her doctors suggest she take it slowly. A high visibility murder case lands in her team’s hands and she finds herself back in a leadership investigative role.
I love stories that involve the book within a book trope and this one was done so well! A serial killers guidebook is left at the scene of a murder. As police review the step-by-step serial killer handbook for possible clues, a race against the clock begins as they find similarities to their own current and some cold cases.
The narrative switches between the present day police investigation and the serial killer manual chapters. The pace was quick and captivating, and the flow seamlessly linked the narratives which kept me wanting to read on. The guidebook has a dark, sarcastic snark that was highly entertaining, uncomfortable, and addictive. It was a brilliant plot facilitator that kept the storyline driving forward.
There is a dog companion that I absolutely loved! This rescued canine was a great addition to the story that somewhat lightened the tone at times.
My investment was stronger in the first half of this novel. I flew through those chapters within a day. After that point, the plot took a turn into implausibility, as several elements became convenient. The last third was entertaining, but I lost most of my investment due to the unrealistic aspects. Whenever characters wear disguises, it’s usually a deal breaker for me.
Overall, this was a great debut novel showcasing a fresh, dark and fun plot. This authors writing shows so much potential and I look forward to reading whatever she publishes next!
Thank you to the publisher for my review copy!
This publishes on February 24th!
January 17, 2026
A brilliant debut! Loved every bit of this. Review soon!
November 19, 2025
Thank you so much to Rebecca Philipson and Minotaur Books for my copy of this book! It was about a murder that Scotland Yard is investigating. A self-help book found at the scene is called How To Get Away With Murder, and teaches the reader exactly how to become a serial killer. When detective Sam Hanson hears about it, she decides to come off her leave to investigate. She starts to look into the case by reading the book written by the self proclaimed "most successful serial killer" that no one has ever heard of. Sam knows there is much more to the story and doesn't want him to get away, so she begins down a dark rabbit hole to catch a killer.
Thoughts: HOW IS THIS A DEBUT! It was so well written and interesting and I couldn't put it down! I loved the idea of a self-help book for murderers, and the chapters of the guide we so dry and funny. I liked Sam as a main character and found her easy to root for. I thought the multiple aspects of this book came together beautifully and I couldn't wait to see what happened next. I loved the book within a book, references to true crime and pop culture, and the ending! 5-stars!
Thoughts: HOW IS THIS A DEBUT! It was so well written and interesting and I couldn't put it down! I loved the idea of a self-help book for murderers, and the chapters of the guide we so dry and funny. I liked Sam as a main character and found her easy to root for. I thought the multiple aspects of this book came together beautifully and I couldn't wait to see what happened next. I loved the book within a book, references to true crime and pop culture, and the ending! 5-stars!
January 6, 2026
this book - an incredible debut thriller -
I was literally hooked from page one and picked it up every chance I got.
A teenage girl is found murdered with a copy of a book titled How to Get Away With Murder next to her. The book, apparently written by an unknown serial killer, causes Sam to investigate the murder while also trying to unfold the mysteries within the book to real life events & figure out who wrote it.
A book within a book - and a mystery that keeps you guessing until the very end - and incredibly clever. Loved it.
highly recommend! Looking forward to what book she has in store for us next ❤️
thanks to Minotaur books for my gifted ARC
I was literally hooked from page one and picked it up every chance I got.
A teenage girl is found murdered with a copy of a book titled How to Get Away With Murder next to her. The book, apparently written by an unknown serial killer, causes Sam to investigate the murder while also trying to unfold the mysteries within the book to real life events & figure out who wrote it.
A book within a book - and a mystery that keeps you guessing until the very end - and incredibly clever. Loved it.
highly recommend! Looking forward to what book she has in store for us next ❤️
thanks to Minotaur books for my gifted ARC
December 22, 2025
Hooked from page 1. Absolutely obsessed with this story! I found this unputdownable and totally captivating. I loved the chapters and how they switched back and forth from the story and the “book” it really built suspense for the end! Overall this is such a great read for fans of murder mystery.
Thank you to the publisher for the gifted ARC
Thank you to the publisher for the gifted ARC
October 4, 2025
Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC.
A really interesting, impressive debut. A great unique take on the detective genre, and I love a ‘book within a book’. And I will say that I didn’t see the final twist coming!
However, some of the writing is quite clunky. There is a section where Sam remarks that Taylor isn’t telling her something, and then on the next line asks him what he’s not telling her. The audience don’t need to be spoon fed quite that much.
There are also several plot threads that never get wrapped up (the large order from Nando’s for example). Sam remarks that sometimes in real cases, not everything gets wrapped up neatly. But in fiction, it really needs to be.
I’m begging publishers to stop putting Americanisms in British books. It really takes me out of the moment to see the characters discussing sweatpants, garbage and pacifiers.
Also, bungalows don’t have an upstairs.
A really interesting, impressive debut. A great unique take on the detective genre, and I love a ‘book within a book’. And I will say that I didn’t see the final twist coming!
However, some of the writing is quite clunky. There is a section where Sam remarks that Taylor isn’t telling her something, and then on the next line asks him what he’s not telling her. The audience don’t need to be spoon fed quite that much.
There are also several plot threads that never get wrapped up (the large order from Nando’s for example). Sam remarks that sometimes in real cases, not everything gets wrapped up neatly. But in fiction, it really needs to be.
I’m begging publishers to stop putting Americanisms in British books. It really takes me out of the moment to see the characters discussing sweatpants, garbage and pacifiers.
Also, bungalows don’t have an upstairs.
September 25, 2025
This is a fantastic debut. A fast paced, gripping crime thriller with a unique concept, I couldn’t put it down.
The story follows DI Sam Hansen, who on her return to work after a period of poor health, is part of a team trying to solve a murder. The victim was found with a copy of a book called, “ How to get away with murder” written by an anonymous serial killer. The chapters alternate between Sam and chapters of the book and you go on a journey with Sam and her trainee Taylor as they try to find out who wrote the book and if that person murdered their victim.
I really enjoyed the multi-layered mysteries which kept me guessing to the end. Sam was a fantastic detective and I found it really clever how the case & clues became clearer to her as she became well again. Her experience as a woman in the police was very universal to the female experience today and I very much felt some feminist rage, rooting for her all the way through.
There was a lot of dark humour, references to true crime and I really loved the twists at the end. Just a really great concept executed very well.
Superb!
The story follows DI Sam Hansen, who on her return to work after a period of poor health, is part of a team trying to solve a murder. The victim was found with a copy of a book called, “ How to get away with murder” written by an anonymous serial killer. The chapters alternate between Sam and chapters of the book and you go on a journey with Sam and her trainee Taylor as they try to find out who wrote the book and if that person murdered their victim.
I really enjoyed the multi-layered mysteries which kept me guessing to the end. Sam was a fantastic detective and I found it really clever how the case & clues became clearer to her as she became well again. Her experience as a woman in the police was very universal to the female experience today and I very much felt some feminist rage, rooting for her all the way through.
There was a lot of dark humour, references to true crime and I really loved the twists at the end. Just a really great concept executed very well.
Superb!
November 3, 2025
"My name is Denver Brady, and I am a serial killer."
With an opening line like that I just knew that I was going to LOVE this book. And I was right. Deliciously dark, sinister, suspenseful and unsettling, this is an outstanding and inventive debut thriller.
Denver Brady claims that he’s the most successful modern serial killer and has written and published a guide for aspiring killers telling them how they can get away with murder. When a copy of that book is found at the home of a young murder victim, DI Samantha Hansen is put in charge of finding the elusive order and bring him to justice. And when Denver’s book goes viral, that pressure ramps up, leaving Sam with a race against the clock to find him.
This astonishing debut is one of the best thrillers I’ve read in a long time. I loved its malevolent tone and the dark humour that was sprinkled throughout. I was pulled into the story from its opening line and it didn’t let go until the last, devouring it in under a day as it was impossible to put down. Rebecca Philipson showcases herself as a thriller author to watch with her skillful dark storytelling, clever clues, red herrings and surprising twists. It’s one of those books where you have to pay attention to every word as the clues are spread like breadcrumbs throughout the narrative but they are carefully hidden, mixed with lies or red herrings to help disguise them or throw you off the scent and very easy to miss. I admit, Ms. Philipson played me like a fiddle and I missed many of them. But I loved that as there’s nothing better than a book that surprises you with revelations that hit like a bolt out of the blue. And that ending! I am still thinking about it weeks later.
The story is told in alternating chapters by two narrators: serial killer Denver Brady and DI Samantha Hansen. I enjoyed these dual narratives and the decision to tell the killer’s perspective in the form of Denver’s manuscript. This is an original idea that helps this book stand out from other thrillers while we still get the joy of traditional narration from Sam��s chapters. I admit, I’m a sucker for unreliable narrators and chapters from the killer’s perspective, so I loved that not only did we get those but this book took them further and gives us a whole book written by a serial killer. Denver’s how-to guide is a fascinating glimpse into the psyche of a devious, dark, depraved and remorseless killer. He delighted in his murderous exploits and to be passing on his wisdom to burgeoning killers. But there is always the thought in the back of your mind when reading that we don’t know how much of this is fantasy and how much is true. Like Sam, we are looking for clues of its validity and the author’s identity. Then there is Sam who is an unreliable narrator because of her PTSD, so much so that she doesn’t trust herself some of the time. I loved that it added to the tension to never know if what we were reading was actually true or a clever game that the narrator was playing.
One of this book’s strengths is in the characters that Philipson has created, particularly her narrators. They are dynamic, charismatic, complex and nuanced characters who have so much more to them than what we see on the surface. Sam is easy to like and someone I had a lot of sympathy for as I personally know the struggles that come with breakdowns and PTSD. She was well written, expertly conveying her mental health struggles whilst also making her likeable and someone we can root for at every step. Meanwhile Denver is a cold, calculated and twisted killer who also considers himself an empath - something that feels at odds with being a serial killer. But despite his villainy, Denver is compelling and he held me in his thrall at every step.
Heart-pounding, propulsive and addictive, this unforgettable debut is a must for every thriller lover’s 2026 TBR.
With an opening line like that I just knew that I was going to LOVE this book. And I was right. Deliciously dark, sinister, suspenseful and unsettling, this is an outstanding and inventive debut thriller.
Denver Brady claims that he’s the most successful modern serial killer and has written and published a guide for aspiring killers telling them how they can get away with murder. When a copy of that book is found at the home of a young murder victim, DI Samantha Hansen is put in charge of finding the elusive order and bring him to justice. And when Denver’s book goes viral, that pressure ramps up, leaving Sam with a race against the clock to find him.
This astonishing debut is one of the best thrillers I’ve read in a long time. I loved its malevolent tone and the dark humour that was sprinkled throughout. I was pulled into the story from its opening line and it didn’t let go until the last, devouring it in under a day as it was impossible to put down. Rebecca Philipson showcases herself as a thriller author to watch with her skillful dark storytelling, clever clues, red herrings and surprising twists. It’s one of those books where you have to pay attention to every word as the clues are spread like breadcrumbs throughout the narrative but they are carefully hidden, mixed with lies or red herrings to help disguise them or throw you off the scent and very easy to miss. I admit, Ms. Philipson played me like a fiddle and I missed many of them. But I loved that as there’s nothing better than a book that surprises you with revelations that hit like a bolt out of the blue. And that ending! I am still thinking about it weeks later.
The story is told in alternating chapters by two narrators: serial killer Denver Brady and DI Samantha Hansen. I enjoyed these dual narratives and the decision to tell the killer’s perspective in the form of Denver’s manuscript. This is an original idea that helps this book stand out from other thrillers while we still get the joy of traditional narration from Sam��s chapters. I admit, I’m a sucker for unreliable narrators and chapters from the killer’s perspective, so I loved that not only did we get those but this book took them further and gives us a whole book written by a serial killer. Denver’s how-to guide is a fascinating glimpse into the psyche of a devious, dark, depraved and remorseless killer. He delighted in his murderous exploits and to be passing on his wisdom to burgeoning killers. But there is always the thought in the back of your mind when reading that we don’t know how much of this is fantasy and how much is true. Like Sam, we are looking for clues of its validity and the author’s identity. Then there is Sam who is an unreliable narrator because of her PTSD, so much so that she doesn’t trust herself some of the time. I loved that it added to the tension to never know if what we were reading was actually true or a clever game that the narrator was playing.
One of this book’s strengths is in the characters that Philipson has created, particularly her narrators. They are dynamic, charismatic, complex and nuanced characters who have so much more to them than what we see on the surface. Sam is easy to like and someone I had a lot of sympathy for as I personally know the struggles that come with breakdowns and PTSD. She was well written, expertly conveying her mental health struggles whilst also making her likeable and someone we can root for at every step. Meanwhile Denver is a cold, calculated and twisted killer who also considers himself an empath - something that feels at odds with being a serial killer. But despite his villainy, Denver is compelling and he held me in his thrall at every step.
Heart-pounding, propulsive and addictive, this unforgettable debut is a must for every thriller lover’s 2026 TBR.
September 28, 2025
What a debut novel. Gripping with a very different approach. I would highly recommend reading.
The story follows DI Sam Hansen, who is returning to work after a trauma so has her own demons to fight as well as the crime she's investigating. The crime is a murder of a young girl who was found with a book, 'How to Get Away with Murder'. We read chapters of this book as we read which is a nice change.
There are a lot of levels to this book, with lot's of twists to keep you guessing. We also have the personal life of DI Hansen, and I found myself really connecting to her. My only negative with this book is that I felt it was overly long at times and could have been condensed a little.
Thank you to NetGalley, Rebecca Philipson and the publishers for the chance to read the ARC.
The story follows DI Sam Hansen, who is returning to work after a trauma so has her own demons to fight as well as the crime she's investigating. The crime is a murder of a young girl who was found with a book, 'How to Get Away with Murder'. We read chapters of this book as we read which is a nice change.
There are a lot of levels to this book, with lot's of twists to keep you guessing. We also have the personal life of DI Hansen, and I found myself really connecting to her. My only negative with this book is that I felt it was overly long at times and could have been condensed a little.
Thank you to NetGalley, Rebecca Philipson and the publishers for the chance to read the ARC.
November 12, 2025
This turned out to be a great read and good debut from the author. The first few chapters are a little slow due to trying to understand what is going on with Sam, the main character, but once the story settles in it is truly binge-worthy. My only gripe is that the end is a little weak even though I could understand the point of it.
Thanks to Netgalley for providing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Thanks to Netgalley for providing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
October 7, 2025
What a treat! A twisted tale like no other this reader has encountered, so compulsively readable you will struggle to put it down.
As the title implies, this book features a diabolical author who somewhat cheekily (and exceedingly disturbingly) runs through a list of tips and techniques to show him doing exactly that - that is, Getting away with Murder. (With a capital M and a bit of a lip roll!)
Is our repugnant and fiendish author actually a serial killer? Are the horrific case-studies he describes real, or simply fiction? And most chilling of all - is this ne’er-do-well killer a normal dude, hidden amongst our literary friends, masquerading as one of them, nothing but a nameless face in the crowd?
DI Sam Hansen is a PTSD survivor, on leave from the police force after suffering a traumatic attack. With her close-to-perfect close rate, Past Sam is a crackerjack cop. Current Sam, maybe not so much.
Desperate to prove herself, Sam takes her newest case to heart — the murder of a fourteen year old girl, whose death soon puts our sinister author directly in her headlights. Partnered with a trainee detective constable, the dreamy Adam Taylor, who is model-perfect yet not above a charming self-conscious blush, Sam’s clumsy attempts to get back to work may soon see her misfiring on many cylinders. Which only makes the read more perfect — as we root for Sam, for Adam, and for justice, we will busy ourselves with plenty of mystery solving too — or should I say mysteries, as this book is loaded with them, and with enough twists and turns to keep a reader (along with our buddy, the cuddlesome canine Toni) scampering to keep up.
Without giving the plot away (no spoilers here) prepare to be surprised, charmed, repulsed and intrigued, at the many creepy, compelling and downright maddening characters you will meet between these pages.
With a terrific ending this hits all the right notes, there are, however, a few remaining tantalizing questions. Just enough to make this reader, for one, desperately hope for a sequel!
A great big thank you to Netgalley, the author, and the publisher for an ARC of this book. All thoughts presented are my own.
**four and a half shiny stars
As the title implies, this book features a diabolical author who somewhat cheekily (and exceedingly disturbingly) runs through a list of tips and techniques to show him doing exactly that - that is, Getting away with Murder. (With a capital M and a bit of a lip roll!)
Is our repugnant and fiendish author actually a serial killer? Are the horrific case-studies he describes real, or simply fiction? And most chilling of all - is this ne’er-do-well killer a normal dude, hidden amongst our literary friends, masquerading as one of them, nothing but a nameless face in the crowd?
DI Sam Hansen is a PTSD survivor, on leave from the police force after suffering a traumatic attack. With her close-to-perfect close rate, Past Sam is a crackerjack cop. Current Sam, maybe not so much.
Desperate to prove herself, Sam takes her newest case to heart — the murder of a fourteen year old girl, whose death soon puts our sinister author directly in her headlights. Partnered with a trainee detective constable, the dreamy Adam Taylor, who is model-perfect yet not above a charming self-conscious blush, Sam’s clumsy attempts to get back to work may soon see her misfiring on many cylinders. Which only makes the read more perfect — as we root for Sam, for Adam, and for justice, we will busy ourselves with plenty of mystery solving too — or should I say mysteries, as this book is loaded with them, and with enough twists and turns to keep a reader (along with our buddy, the cuddlesome canine Toni) scampering to keep up.
Without giving the plot away (no spoilers here) prepare to be surprised, charmed, repulsed and intrigued, at the many creepy, compelling and downright maddening characters you will meet between these pages.
With a terrific ending this hits all the right notes, there are, however, a few remaining tantalizing questions. Just enough to make this reader, for one, desperately hope for a sequel!
A great big thank you to Netgalley, the author, and the publisher for an ARC of this book. All thoughts presented are my own.
**four and a half shiny stars
September 20, 2025
“My name is Denver Brady, and I am a serial killer.”
What an opening line to hook you right in! How to Get Away with Murder is a book within a book. The narrative alternates between chilling, yet often humourous, excerpts from a novel allegedly written by a serial killer and the perspective of DI Sam Hansen.
Sam has been off-duty, recovering from PTSD, but one evening she stumbles across the crime scene of a young girl, where a copy of How to Get Away with Murder is found beside the body. This pushes Sam to return to work and she is soon helping to investigate the murder which mirrors one described in the book. Sam must analyse the book to ascertain whether it truly is written by a real killer or a delusional fantasist. And if Denver is real, did he kill Charlotte or is there a dangerous copycat on the loose?
I had fun trying to solve the mystery myself. I had a big list of notes and ended up with eight reasons why I thought I knew who Denver Brady was… However, I was way off but loved the journey nevertheless!
A highlight for me was the humour in the book. Both Sam and Denver have some cracking lines, despite Denver being an awful person obviously! One favourite was: “my house looks like the kind of place Liam Neeson would rescue his daughter from.”
A fantastic debut from Philipson. Clever, dark and thoroughly entertaining.
Thank you to Bantam for the proof copy.
What an opening line to hook you right in! How to Get Away with Murder is a book within a book. The narrative alternates between chilling, yet often humourous, excerpts from a novel allegedly written by a serial killer and the perspective of DI Sam Hansen.
Sam has been off-duty, recovering from PTSD, but one evening she stumbles across the crime scene of a young girl, where a copy of How to Get Away with Murder is found beside the body. This pushes Sam to return to work and she is soon helping to investigate the murder which mirrors one described in the book. Sam must analyse the book to ascertain whether it truly is written by a real killer or a delusional fantasist. And if Denver is real, did he kill Charlotte or is there a dangerous copycat on the loose?
I had fun trying to solve the mystery myself. I had a big list of notes and ended up with eight reasons why I thought I knew who Denver Brady was… However, I was way off but loved the journey nevertheless!
A highlight for me was the humour in the book. Both Sam and Denver have some cracking lines, despite Denver being an awful person obviously! One favourite was: “my house looks like the kind of place Liam Neeson would rescue his daughter from.”
A fantastic debut from Philipson. Clever, dark and thoroughly entertaining.
Thank you to Bantam for the proof copy.
November 21, 2025
3.5 ⭐️ A solid debut, but didn’t quite meet my anticipation
One thing I did find unique was the book-within-a-book element — unlike anything I’ve read before and loved that aspect!!
The book started off pretty slow for me, though it picked up around the 40% mark and kept me hooked from there! Still, the pacing overall felt jumpy at times. There were many moments that it was obvious Sam wasn’t truly ready to come back, but of course her working through trauma was a key drove factor of the book. I also wasn’t a fan of the repeated “I have something important to tell you—oh wait, we’re interrupted” moments, which was used a bit too often for my taste.
The final 20% took a surprising turn, but I was definitely intrigued and it kept me on my toes!! wasn’t expecting the ending in the slightest.
So thankful for the opportunity to receive as an ARC and will recommend to friends!!
One thing I did find unique was the book-within-a-book element — unlike anything I’ve read before and loved that aspect!!
The book started off pretty slow for me, though it picked up around the 40% mark and kept me hooked from there! Still, the pacing overall felt jumpy at times. There were many moments that it was obvious Sam wasn’t truly ready to come back, but of course her working through trauma was a key drove factor of the book. I also wasn’t a fan of the repeated “I have something important to tell you—oh wait, we’re interrupted” moments, which was used a bit too often for my taste.
The final 20% took a surprising turn, but I was definitely intrigued and it kept me on my toes!! wasn’t expecting the ending in the slightest.
So thankful for the opportunity to receive as an ARC and will recommend to friends!!
October 9, 2025
How To Get Away With Murder
3.75 ⭐️
Returning from work after a traumatizing incident 6 months prior, DI Sam Hansen must track down an alleged serial killer who has hidden his secrets away in a book found at the scene of a murder.
Overall I think this book was a lot of fun and had a compelling narrative and central mystery. I do wish we had a little more depth at times but still enjoyed it quite a bit.
What I Loved
- a strong FMC who, despite every reason to stay home, comes back to work to help catch the murderer of a teenage girl. Sam is awesome! At first I was like “babe, get it together” but then she actually started to get it together and she was so likable and smart and clever that it was impossible not to route for her.
- compelling and emotional central plot. The murder of poor Charlotte is heartbreaking and the way the author writes the grief of her friends and family is very visceral and had me getting emotional.
- strong voice . The author clearly had something she wanted to say and I think she did it brilliantly.
- London. Enough said.
- ambiguity. I love that the author trusts us, the readers, enough to not spell everything out. I kept expecting a big plot twist but I like that it was all laid out for us just like it was Sam and we just had to put the puzzle pieces together along with her. It felt very satisfying. I had my own suspects for sure but I like where it ended up. (I do think some readers may not like that it’s not wrapped in a neat little bow but I thought it was great)
Fell Flat
- romance??? I’m not sure if it was supposed to develop into a slight romance and that part got sidelined but it definitely had the bones for it? Not sure what happened there but it didn’t feel tidy to me. Would liked to have seen that developed more OR just left out completely.
- lack of emotional depth with the main character AT TIMES. I won’t say she was flat the whole way, cause she was very lively, but I wish we got a little bit more vulnerability from her on page. Some scenes happen off page and we hear about them after the fact or we get very brief moments of tenderness but I think she’d be even easier to route for if we got to see the depth more often. I know that would ruin some of the twists throughout but idk sometimes I just wanted to know more.
I really enjoyed this and think any fans of this type of dual timeline/POV (kinda????) mystery/suspense/thriller will find it engaging. I could totally see this as a future T.V. show and think the format would convert easily over to that type of media, alternating episodes of manuscript chapters and present investigation.
Thank you NetGalley and St. Martins Press for providing me with an advanced digital copy in exchange for my honest feedback!
3.75 ⭐️
Returning from work after a traumatizing incident 6 months prior, DI Sam Hansen must track down an alleged serial killer who has hidden his secrets away in a book found at the scene of a murder.
Overall I think this book was a lot of fun and had a compelling narrative and central mystery. I do wish we had a little more depth at times but still enjoyed it quite a bit.
What I Loved
- a strong FMC who, despite every reason to stay home, comes back to work to help catch the murderer of a teenage girl. Sam is awesome! At first I was like “babe, get it together” but then she actually started to get it together and she was so likable and smart and clever that it was impossible not to route for her.
- compelling and emotional central plot. The murder of poor Charlotte is heartbreaking and the way the author writes the grief of her friends and family is very visceral and had me getting emotional.
- strong voice . The author clearly had something she wanted to say and I think she did it brilliantly.
- London. Enough said.
- ambiguity. I love that the author trusts us, the readers, enough to not spell everything out. I kept expecting a big plot twist but I like that it was all laid out for us just like it was Sam and we just had to put the puzzle pieces together along with her. It felt very satisfying. I had my own suspects for sure but I like where it ended up. (I do think some readers may not like that it’s not wrapped in a neat little bow but I thought it was great)
Fell Flat
- romance??? I’m not sure if it was supposed to develop into a slight romance and that part got sidelined but it definitely had the bones for it? Not sure what happened there but it didn’t feel tidy to me. Would liked to have seen that developed more OR just left out completely.
- lack of emotional depth with the main character AT TIMES. I won’t say she was flat the whole way, cause she was very lively, but I wish we got a little bit more vulnerability from her on page. Some scenes happen off page and we hear about them after the fact or we get very brief moments of tenderness but I think she’d be even easier to route for if we got to see the depth more often. I know that would ruin some of the twists throughout but idk sometimes I just wanted to know more.
I really enjoyed this and think any fans of this type of dual timeline/POV (kinda????) mystery/suspense/thriller will find it engaging. I could totally see this as a future T.V. show and think the format would convert easily over to that type of media, alternating episodes of manuscript chapters and present investigation.
Thank you NetGalley and St. Martins Press for providing me with an advanced digital copy in exchange for my honest feedback!
October 13, 2025
My Thoughts
4.5 stars
Devoured this book in just over a day because I just could not put it down.
Excellent writing, totally fresh idea, brilliant characters and so much suspense! I had so many guesses as to who I thought Denver Brady might be and I was wrong but I did guess one of the other rotters.
Loved the use of mixed fonts within the book and the idea of having a manual on how to get away with murder as part of the story. Totally unique.
And now I have so many questions Rebecca!!! That ending was a jaw dropper I did not anticipate and I cannot wait for your next book which I know carries at least one of the characters forward.
Many thanks to @alison_is_reading for my copy which I picked up at the Transworld lunch at Harrogate Crime. Was also great to meet Rebecca in York recently and hear her talk about her book and all the research she did before writing it.
Can’t recommend this more highly, so get this on your tbr book friends. It’s out 12th March 2026.
4.5 stars
Devoured this book in just over a day because I just could not put it down.
Excellent writing, totally fresh idea, brilliant characters and so much suspense! I had so many guesses as to who I thought Denver Brady might be and I was wrong but I did guess one of the other rotters.
Loved the use of mixed fonts within the book and the idea of having a manual on how to get away with murder as part of the story. Totally unique.
And now I have so many questions Rebecca!!! That ending was a jaw dropper I did not anticipate and I cannot wait for your next book which I know carries at least one of the characters forward.
Many thanks to @alison_is_reading for my copy which I picked up at the Transworld lunch at Harrogate Crime. Was also great to meet Rebecca in York recently and hear her talk about her book and all the research she did before writing it.
Can’t recommend this more highly, so get this on your tbr book friends. It’s out 12th March 2026.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.
Rebecca hooked me from the very first line:
“I am Denver Brady, and I am a serial killer.”
From that moment, I knew I was in for a great read—especially as someone who loves true crime.
This book is gripping and addictive. I loved the book-within-a-book approach, and Rebecca executed it so well. Her writing style is strong, and it really shows in how carefully the characters are developed. For a debut, this is truly impressive.
The story centers around uncovering who the real serial killer is, and I had so many theories… all of them wrong. The twists were clever, and the final reveal completely shocked me. I genuinely did not see that ending coming🤯
This was such a compelling read, and I wouldn’t be surprised if there’s room for a part two. I’d definitely pick it up😍😍
Rebecca hooked me from the very first line:
“I am Denver Brady, and I am a serial killer.”
From that moment, I knew I was in for a great read—especially as someone who loves true crime.
This book is gripping and addictive. I loved the book-within-a-book approach, and Rebecca executed it so well. Her writing style is strong, and it really shows in how carefully the characters are developed. For a debut, this is truly impressive.
The story centers around uncovering who the real serial killer is, and I had so many theories… all of them wrong. The twists were clever, and the final reveal completely shocked me. I genuinely did not see that ending coming🤯
This was such a compelling read, and I wouldn’t be surprised if there’s room for a part two. I’d definitely pick it up😍😍
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books for the ARC!
This was a fun read with a few plot twists that surprised me, solid character development, a fast pace, and a good story arc. Are there things I wish we got more detail about? Absolutely. Does some of the plot come together a little too neatly? You know it. But did I read this on the plane and enjoy the entire experience? One hundred percent yes. I especially enjoyed getting to read chapters of the mentioned novel written by Denver himself.
I would really recommend this for people who enjoy crime thrillers with wit and sarcasm tossed in, and for those who don't mind when things come together a little *too* neatly at times.
This was a fun read with a few plot twists that surprised me, solid character development, a fast pace, and a good story arc. Are there things I wish we got more detail about? Absolutely. Does some of the plot come together a little too neatly? You know it. But did I read this on the plane and enjoy the entire experience? One hundred percent yes. I especially enjoyed getting to read chapters of the mentioned novel written by Denver himself.
I would really recommend this for people who enjoy crime thrillers with wit and sarcasm tossed in, and for those who don't mind when things come together a little *too* neatly at times.
November 10, 2025
Initially I had trouble getting into this novel as the beginning is a little confusing, but once I did it was fascinating! A teenager grows up to be a serial killer when he realizes the possibilities are endless. And then there's the book, How to Get Away with Murder that becomes a bestseller as there is no book on the market quite like it! We are there to witness some of the gruesome murders but the detectives are dumbfounded as the clues don't add up. It's a race to the finish as we know there will be more if the killer isn't stopped!
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC!
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC!
January 10, 2026
This was a very unique spin on a thriller/mystery! I enjoyed the separate POVs and the layers to each story. I was hooked very early on and didn’t want to put it down! I do wish the pacing had been a bit quicker in the middle. It started out great and then lagged a little. The ending was packed with lots of twists! Overall, I would absolutely recommend. I’d love to read more from Rebecca Philipson!
Thank you Netgalley, Rebecca Philipson & St. Martin’s Press for the opportunity to read and review.
Thank you Netgalley, Rebecca Philipson & St. Martin’s Press for the opportunity to read and review.
January 19, 2026
It’s been a hot minute since I’ve stayed up late to read a book. This? I’m surprised the author is debuting. I do not like stories-within-stories. The opening made me sigh, but by the end, everything had twisted so perfectly that I was utterly satisfied. There are some areas that I disliked, but the characters were strong, and I would be lying if I said this didn’t have me gasping at many points! Many twists, all good. The last one? So clear. Sam tells us throughout, never skim, read with attention.
5/5!
Thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
5/5!
Thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
September 29, 2025
I enjoyed this book about a murder that happens but sounds like something from a book named ‘How to get away with murder’ - a manual from a serial killer giving tips on how to commit the perfect crime. It has chapters in it from the book and I just love the book in a book premise I’ve seen a few times now (The Midnight King and the Nothing Man immediately come to mind). This was a bit long and in parts but good character development, kept me hooked and a satisfying ending. Well worth a read!
September 28, 2025
4.5* rounded up
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Really enjoyed this, although I wasn't sure at the beginning which way to go. despite knowing who the killer, I still had doubts until the end.
Would recommend!
Would recommend!
November 7, 2025
Very fresh in an otherwise monotonous genre.
I was given a review copy by the publisher.
I was given a review copy by the publisher.
October 3, 2025
What a brilliant debut. I was gripped throughout and the book kept me guessing right up until the end. I loved the book within a book concept and enjoyed reading it alongside Sam, our female main character. I had so many theories throughout and was happy to be proved wrong with them all. The dark humour woven throughout was brilliant. I chuckled so many times reading it. I loved the characterisation in the book and particularly loved Sam. I cannot wait to see what this author brings next. This is wickedly clever, utterly original and wholeheartedly addictive.
October 24, 2025
I won this book in a Goodreads Giveaway.
The book is very, very well written. I enjoyed it immensely. Detective Inspector Samantha Hansen, Sam is investigating a murder of a 14 year old girl. The murder she believes is staged and is made to look like it was perpetrated by a self proclaimed serial killer and author of a book found near the Dead girls body. The investigation starts to centralize around the serial killer instead of looking for the girls real "copycat" Killer. Her bosses within her department won't listen to her or her theories of other people are actually who they are looking for instead of the innocent man they have arrested. She even gets suspended so they can keep her out of the investigation. Let's just say there is a huge plot twist at the end you don't want to miss. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and it is a must read in my opinion.
The book is very, very well written. I enjoyed it immensely. Detective Inspector Samantha Hansen, Sam is investigating a murder of a 14 year old girl. The murder she believes is staged and is made to look like it was perpetrated by a self proclaimed serial killer and author of a book found near the Dead girls body. The investigation starts to centralize around the serial killer instead of looking for the girls real "copycat" Killer. Her bosses within her department won't listen to her or her theories of other people are actually who they are looking for instead of the innocent man they have arrested. She even gets suspended so they can keep her out of the investigation. Let's just say there is a huge plot twist at the end you don't want to miss. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and it is a must read in my opinion.
November 9, 2025
I received a free advance copy from Goodreads campaign but opinions in this review are my own.
This is a great read! I love a good murder mystery and Rebecca Philipson did not disappoint. The subtle foreshadowing throughout makes it hard to put down. I was certain that I knew how all the pieces were going to come together. Well, I did not. I don't want to give too much away so I'll leave you to know that the ending is pure brilliance!
This is a great read! I love a good murder mystery and Rebecca Philipson did not disappoint. The subtle foreshadowing throughout makes it hard to put down. I was certain that I knew how all the pieces were going to come together. Well, I did not. I don't want to give too much away so I'll leave you to know that the ending is pure brilliance!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
An unconventional, twisty little murder mystery
How to Get Away with Murder is not just the name of Rebecca Philipson's debut mystery novel -- it's also the name of a fictional self-help book by someone who calls himself Denver Brady. Brady's book comes to the attention of DI Samantha (Sam) Hansen when it is found near the body of murdered 14-year-old Charlotte Mathers. In his book, Brady claims to be a successful serial killer who has murdered more people than any other serial killer and remained uncaught. The book describes several murders he has done and describes his methods.
Sam is on partial medical leave because she had a breakdown not long ago, and her psychologist thinks she is not yet fully recovered. She begs to be put on the Mathers case. Her superior officer has misgivings about throwing Sam into such a stressful, high stakes investigation in her still mentally fragile state. He consents to allowing her a subordinate role in the investigation. Sam's job is to track down Denver Brady. Sam of course realizes that the presence of the book near the body is not proof that Brady had anything to do with the murder. However, even if Brady didn't murder Charlotte, he is, by his own words, a multiple murderer, who needs to be investigated and caught.
I am not, generally speaking, a fan of the mystery genre. The artificiality puts me off. A conventional mystery must follow a whole long list of stupid rules. (See Benjamin Stevenson's Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone for a mystery novel built around this fact). But in How to Get Away with Murder Philipson's first goal seems to have been to write a good novel with, especially towards the end, a bunch of clever plot twists. I'm not sure if she followed all the rules, and honestly, I don't care.
It is a debut novel, and alas, it shows. For instance, there's a plot twist at 80% that Philipson teases repeatedly throughout earlier chapters. After a while I wanted to shout at her, "Would you cut that out? I got it -- Adam has something to tell Sam -- you can stop hinting at it now." Another problem is that Brady's fictional murder self-help book is included in its entirety. In the early parts of the novel every other chapter is a chapter from Brady's book. And Brady doesn't write well. He's boring, even when he's writing about murdering people.
However, I enjoyed it a lot. Especially I liked the last few chapters, when things got really twisty.
Thanks to NetGalley and St Martin's Press for an Advance Reader copy of How to Get Away with Murder. Release date 24-Feb=2026.
Blog review.
How to Get Away with Murder is not just the name of Rebecca Philipson's debut mystery novel -- it's also the name of a fictional self-help book by someone who calls himself Denver Brady. Brady's book comes to the attention of DI Samantha (Sam) Hansen when it is found near the body of murdered 14-year-old Charlotte Mathers. In his book, Brady claims to be a successful serial killer who has murdered more people than any other serial killer and remained uncaught. The book describes several murders he has done and describes his methods.
Sam is on partial medical leave because she had a breakdown not long ago, and her psychologist thinks she is not yet fully recovered. She begs to be put on the Mathers case. Her superior officer has misgivings about throwing Sam into such a stressful, high stakes investigation in her still mentally fragile state. He consents to allowing her a subordinate role in the investigation. Sam's job is to track down Denver Brady. Sam of course realizes that the presence of the book near the body is not proof that Brady had anything to do with the murder. However, even if Brady didn't murder Charlotte, he is, by his own words, a multiple murderer, who needs to be investigated and caught.
I am not, generally speaking, a fan of the mystery genre. The artificiality puts me off. A conventional mystery must follow a whole long list of stupid rules. (See Benjamin Stevenson's Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone for a mystery novel built around this fact). But in How to Get Away with Murder Philipson's first goal seems to have been to write a good novel with, especially towards the end, a bunch of clever plot twists. I'm not sure if she followed all the rules, and honestly, I don't care.
It is a debut novel, and alas, it shows. For instance, there's a plot twist at 80% that Philipson teases repeatedly throughout earlier chapters. After a while I wanted to shout at her, "Would you cut that out? I got it -- Adam has something to tell Sam -- you can stop hinting at it now." Another problem is that Brady's fictional murder self-help book is included in its entirety. In the early parts of the novel every other chapter is a chapter from Brady's book. And Brady doesn't write well. He's boring, even when he's writing about murdering people.
However, I enjoyed it a lot. Especially I liked the last few chapters, when things got really twisty.
Thanks to NetGalley and St Martin's Press for an Advance Reader copy of How to Get Away with Murder. Release date 24-Feb=2026.
Blog review.
December 5, 2025
I need everyone to sit down for a second because THIS IS A DEBUT?
Rebecca Philipson just strolled in and drop-kicked the thriller genre with a concept so clever I had to check the cover twice to make sure it wasn't secretly written by Lisa Jewell or Anthony Horowitz. The novel-within-a-novel structure is so bold, so cleanly executed, and so addictive that I had to remind myself that this wasn't written by a thriller veteren flexing on the rest of us. The aesthetic is gritty, clever, and unsettling in the best "I need tea, a blanket, and possibly a high-end security system" kind of way.
DI Samantha Hansen feels heartbreakingly real, her trauma seeps through the pages and adds a raw, human texture to the otherwise tense investigation. The dual narrative is catnip as we bounce between Sam's gritty police investigation and the chillingly calm chapters of Denver Brady's "how-to" manuscript. Everytime you flip to one of Brady's chapters, it feels like walking in the mind of a smiling psychopath who's handing you a scalpel and saying "helpful tips."
Yes, it is dark. We're talking descriptive murder scenes and a past rape mention (thankfully off-page but still heavy). If you're sensitive to those triggers, proceed with care. This is darker than my usual cozy-leaning tastes. But the narrative is so meticulous and the pacing is so tight, that even my gentler palate surrendered with a stunned admiration. This storyline isn't just unique. It's ambitious, audacious, and executed with eerie precision.
Folks, clear your schedules, because once those pages start turning, you're not putting this down until someone tries to pry it from your hands. But then, they better watch out! Because you are learning from a killer who almost never got caught!!!
Would I Recommend it?
Would I wish joy in your life? Would I wish for you to experience the best reading material?
Then you have the answer to this question Pre-order it! Mark 24 Feb 2026 in red! Fight your friends for the ARC! Whatever it takes! This debut deserves to explode.
Let's discuss the Killer Instinct
Have you ever read a thriller that dared to write its murderer inside the story? Would you pick up a fictional "how to" crime manual as a part of a mystery plot, or would it freak you out too much? Tell me your thoughts, my detective friends!
📱📖 Read on Kindle
📃 368 pages
⏱ Read time: ~5 hours
Read as an ARC (thank you, NetGalley!)
🏷️ Publisher: Minotaur Books
📅 Publishing on: February 24, 2026
Rebecca Philipson just strolled in and drop-kicked the thriller genre with a concept so clever I had to check the cover twice to make sure it wasn't secretly written by Lisa Jewell or Anthony Horowitz. The novel-within-a-novel structure is so bold, so cleanly executed, and so addictive that I had to remind myself that this wasn't written by a thriller veteren flexing on the rest of us. The aesthetic is gritty, clever, and unsettling in the best "I need tea, a blanket, and possibly a high-end security system" kind of way.
DI Samantha Hansen feels heartbreakingly real, her trauma seeps through the pages and adds a raw, human texture to the otherwise tense investigation. The dual narrative is catnip as we bounce between Sam's gritty police investigation and the chillingly calm chapters of Denver Brady's "how-to" manuscript. Everytime you flip to one of Brady's chapters, it feels like walking in the mind of a smiling psychopath who's handing you a scalpel and saying "helpful tips."
Yes, it is dark. We're talking descriptive murder scenes and a past rape mention (thankfully off-page but still heavy). If you're sensitive to those triggers, proceed with care. This is darker than my usual cozy-leaning tastes. But the narrative is so meticulous and the pacing is so tight, that even my gentler palate surrendered with a stunned admiration. This storyline isn't just unique. It's ambitious, audacious, and executed with eerie precision.
Folks, clear your schedules, because once those pages start turning, you're not putting this down until someone tries to pry it from your hands. But then, they better watch out! Because you are learning from a killer who almost never got caught!!!
Would I Recommend it?
Would I wish joy in your life? Would I wish for you to experience the best reading material?
Then you have the answer to this question Pre-order it! Mark 24 Feb 2026 in red! Fight your friends for the ARC! Whatever it takes! This debut deserves to explode.
Let's discuss the Killer Instinct
Have you ever read a thriller that dared to write its murderer inside the story? Would you pick up a fictional "how to" crime manual as a part of a mystery plot, or would it freak you out too much? Tell me your thoughts, my detective friends!
📱📖 Read on Kindle
📃 368 pages
⏱ Read time: ~5 hours
Read as an ARC (thank you, NetGalley!)
🏷️ Publisher: Minotaur Books
📅 Publishing on: February 24, 2026
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