What do you think?
Rate this book
Run For Your Life
Not yet published
Expected 29 May 26Every step might be your last…From the No.1 bestselling author of The Perfect Couple and The Vanishing of Class 3B comes an addictive thriller for 2026! Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Freida McFadden!
On a bright spring Saturday, hundreds gather in a park as usual for their weekly community 5k run.
An hour later, one of the runners is dead.
The next week a runner training for a 10k event dies. And then another, a half marathon runner…
The police are baffled. The pattern is the same, the deaths can’t be coincidental. Is there a murderer picking off victims one race at a time?
Ten million adults are regular or occasional runners.
Ten million potential victims.
With the next event just announced, as you reach the start line you might just have to run for your life…
Praise for Jackie with tangible foreboding and pitch-perfect twists…an unputdownable thriller' B P Walter, bestselling author of The Dinner Guest
'Twist after twist and lightning-paced, I couldn't put it down.' Annabel Kantaria, author of Coming Home
'The twists never stop coming in this revenge thriller featuring the most compelling, audacious and scheming cast of characters. It’s fast, fun and fierce – a perfect summer read!” Jo Furniss, author of Dead Mile
'The book twists and turns like a snake, well written, great characters and descriptions’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘An excellent storyline and the revenge plot was clever and entertaining’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A sharp and clever read that keeps readers guessing with each page turn’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Disturbingly unforgettable. It’s twisted, it’s dark and it’s intense. If you love psychological thrillers, you really need to try this one’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This author is quickly becoming one of my favourites’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'It was UNREAL, sooooooo good! What a plot, I ABSOLUTELY LOVED this book. It was a page-turner I did not want to stop reading…’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This is a tightly plotted clever novel which is very enjoyable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Great twists and turns as your head will spin until the bitter end!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Filled with suspense, intrigue and a cast of engaging characters' Lucy Clarke, bestselling author of The Hike
'An intriguing and gripping psychological thriller that keeps you guessing as you frantically turn the pages’ C. L. Taylor, bestselling author of Every Move You Make
‘This is a psychological thriller that has intrigue, mystery and constant twists and turns.
On a bright spring Saturday, hundreds gather in a park as usual for their weekly community 5k run.
An hour later, one of the runners is dead.
The next week a runner training for a 10k event dies. And then another, a half marathon runner…
The police are baffled. The pattern is the same, the deaths can’t be coincidental. Is there a murderer picking off victims one race at a time?
Ten million adults are regular or occasional runners.
Ten million potential victims.
With the next event just announced, as you reach the start line you might just have to run for your life…
Praise for Jackie with tangible foreboding and pitch-perfect twists…an unputdownable thriller' B P Walter, bestselling author of The Dinner Guest
'Twist after twist and lightning-paced, I couldn't put it down.' Annabel Kantaria, author of Coming Home
'The twists never stop coming in this revenge thriller featuring the most compelling, audacious and scheming cast of characters. It’s fast, fun and fierce – a perfect summer read!” Jo Furniss, author of Dead Mile
'The book twists and turns like a snake, well written, great characters and descriptions’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘An excellent storyline and the revenge plot was clever and entertaining’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A sharp and clever read that keeps readers guessing with each page turn’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Disturbingly unforgettable. It’s twisted, it’s dark and it’s intense. If you love psychological thrillers, you really need to try this one’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This author is quickly becoming one of my favourites’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'It was UNREAL, sooooooo good! What a plot, I ABSOLUTELY LOVED this book. It was a page-turner I did not want to stop reading…’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This is a tightly plotted clever novel which is very enjoyable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Great twists and turns as your head will spin until the bitter end!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Filled with suspense, intrigue and a cast of engaging characters' Lucy Clarke, bestselling author of The Hike
'An intriguing and gripping psychological thriller that keeps you guessing as you frantically turn the pages’ C. L. Taylor, bestselling author of Every Move You Make
‘This is a psychological thriller that has intrigue, mystery and constant twists and turns.
389 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication May 29, 2026
5 people are currently reading
65 people want to read
About the author
Jackie Kabler
19 books442 followersJackie Kabler is a journalist, TV presenter and author. She spent twenty years as a TV news reporter for GMTV, ITV and BBC news, and now works as a presenter for shopping channel QVC and is author of the Cora Baxter Mysteries, a series of murder mysteries set in a television newsroom.
The Development is her third novel. Jackie lives in Gloucestershire with her husband, who is a GP.
The Development is her third novel. Jackie lives in Gloucestershire with her husband, who is a GP.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 30 reviews
April 4, 2026
Run for Your Life is surprisingly one for the books (literally). I requested this on NetGalley without any real expectations, and honestly, I didn’t know what I was getting myself into. What I got was a twisty, clever thriller that kept me guessing right up until the final chapters. Even with multiple characters in play, the story never felt messy or overwhelming. Instead, it was tightly written, engaging, and delivered an ending that felt genuinely satisfying for everyone involved.
What made it even more intriguing is the running angle. The characters are all runners, and as someone who’s spent plenty of time on the sidelines supporting my ultramarathoner husband, I could picture every scene so clearly. The pacing, the atmosphere, the competitive tension, it all felt grounded and familiar in a way that made the story even more immersive.
What I Enjoyed:
• Fast-paced storytelling (easy to binge with no dull moments)
• Running Ripper trope (fresh, unique, and surprisingly gripping)
• Alternating narratives (kept the suspense sharp and the perspectives balanced)
What Sort of Fell Flat:
• Victims’ backstories felt too short (I wanted a bit more emotional depth)
• The look-alike element (felt a little unfair and slightly forced)
• Some unrealistic police portrayal (nothing major, but noticeable)
Ratings Breakdown:
• Setting: 4⭐️
• Characters: 4⭐️
• Writing: 5⭐️
• Message: 5⭐️
• Overall: 5⭐️
Overall, this is a solid long-weekend read, the kind you finish in a single day because you need to know what happens next. It’s full of speculation, puzzles, and that rollercoaster energy thriller girlies like me live for. Definitely one to add to your TBR pile.
Huge thanks to NetGalley, HarperCollins UK – One More Chapter, and author Jackie Kabler for my advance copy.
~JaNnA~
What made it even more intriguing is the running angle. The characters are all runners, and as someone who’s spent plenty of time on the sidelines supporting my ultramarathoner husband, I could picture every scene so clearly. The pacing, the atmosphere, the competitive tension, it all felt grounded and familiar in a way that made the story even more immersive.
What I Enjoyed:
• Fast-paced storytelling (easy to binge with no dull moments)
• Running Ripper trope (fresh, unique, and surprisingly gripping)
• Alternating narratives (kept the suspense sharp and the perspectives balanced)
What Sort of Fell Flat:
• Victims’ backstories felt too short (I wanted a bit more emotional depth)
• The look-alike element (felt a little unfair and slightly forced)
• Some unrealistic police portrayal (nothing major, but noticeable)
Ratings Breakdown:
• Setting: 4⭐️
• Characters: 4⭐️
• Writing: 5⭐️
• Message: 5⭐️
• Overall: 5⭐️
Overall, this is a solid long-weekend read, the kind you finish in a single day because you need to know what happens next. It’s full of speculation, puzzles, and that rollercoaster energy thriller girlies like me live for. Definitely one to add to your TBR pile.
Huge thanks to NetGalley, HarperCollins UK – One More Chapter, and author Jackie Kabler for my advance copy.
~JaNnA~
April 5, 2026
I’ve read a few of Jackie Kabler’s books before and have always enjoyed them, but this one has to be my favourite so far!
This thriller centres around a series of unexplained deaths linked to running events, leaving both the police and the community searching for answers. With the sense that these incidents can’t be coincidental, the tension builds as the story unfolds and the stakes get higher.
I found this to be a fast-paced and gripping read from start to finish. It constantly kept me wanting to read “just one more chapter,” and before I knew it, I was completely hooked.
The story is told from multiple viewpoints including the police, the runners, and the antagonist, which I thought worked really well. It added depth to the story and really built the suspense, giving you a broader understanding of what was happening while still keeping plenty of mystery.
There were twists and shocks throughout, many of which I didn’t see coming, which made it all the more exciting to read.
Overall, I absolutely loved this book. It’s a thrilling, addictive read that I’d highly recommend… definitely a 5-star read for me!
Thank you to HarperCollins and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced reader’s copy in exchange for an honest review.
This thriller centres around a series of unexplained deaths linked to running events, leaving both the police and the community searching for answers. With the sense that these incidents can’t be coincidental, the tension builds as the story unfolds and the stakes get higher.
I found this to be a fast-paced and gripping read from start to finish. It constantly kept me wanting to read “just one more chapter,” and before I knew it, I was completely hooked.
The story is told from multiple viewpoints including the police, the runners, and the antagonist, which I thought worked really well. It added depth to the story and really built the suspense, giving you a broader understanding of what was happening while still keeping plenty of mystery.
There were twists and shocks throughout, many of which I didn’t see coming, which made it all the more exciting to read.
Overall, I absolutely loved this book. It’s a thrilling, addictive read that I’d highly recommend… definitely a 5-star read for me!
Thank you to HarperCollins and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced reader’s copy in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Another new author for me and one that I plan to read more of. Run for Your Life by Jackie Kabler is a high-concept, fast-paced thriller that takes the “safety in numbers” of the running community and flips it on its head, proving that even in a crowd of hundreds, you can be perfectly isolated.
On a spring Saturday at a community 5k a serial killer is about to begin their own race. It’s an environment built on health, camaraderie, and personal bests. But an hour later, the finish line becomes a crime scene, with one of the runners dead.
The terror escalates as a murder occurs with every increasing distance. Next, it’s a 10k trainee. Then, a half-marathoner. The police are left baffled by a pattern that is too consistent to be coincidental, yet too clean to easily solve. Is there a serial killer stalking the pavement, picking off victims one race at a time?
An intriguing plot that grabbed my attention from the start, well written with short punchy chapters and a fair amount of tension. Running is a major interest and by the killer targeting the sport, it leaves a virtually impossible amount of potential targets. There are approximately ten million regular runners and the killer is making it very tough for the police to make any progress on this case. The “Ten Million Potential Victims” statistic raises the stakes from a local mystery to a national panic. Because the victims are linked only by their hobby, the motive remains frustratingly elusive, keeping the police scratching their heads.
Following every distance the tension builds as the killer moves on to the next event. Runners all round the country are living in fear as they ‘Run for their life’ while following the activity they enjoy.
I really enjoyed my first Hackie Kabler novel which I found intriguing, addictive and well plotted. The suspense increased throughout with the anticipation that the killer was to strike again.
Jackie Kabler is a name I will be adding to my list of authors to follow.
I would like to thank both Netgalley and Harper Collins UK for supplying a copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.
On a spring Saturday at a community 5k a serial killer is about to begin their own race. It’s an environment built on health, camaraderie, and personal bests. But an hour later, the finish line becomes a crime scene, with one of the runners dead.
The terror escalates as a murder occurs with every increasing distance. Next, it’s a 10k trainee. Then, a half-marathoner. The police are left baffled by a pattern that is too consistent to be coincidental, yet too clean to easily solve. Is there a serial killer stalking the pavement, picking off victims one race at a time?
An intriguing plot that grabbed my attention from the start, well written with short punchy chapters and a fair amount of tension. Running is a major interest and by the killer targeting the sport, it leaves a virtually impossible amount of potential targets. There are approximately ten million regular runners and the killer is making it very tough for the police to make any progress on this case. The “Ten Million Potential Victims” statistic raises the stakes from a local mystery to a national panic. Because the victims are linked only by their hobby, the motive remains frustratingly elusive, keeping the police scratching their heads.
Following every distance the tension builds as the killer moves on to the next event. Runners all round the country are living in fear as they ‘Run for their life’ while following the activity they enjoy.
I really enjoyed my first Hackie Kabler novel which I found intriguing, addictive and well plotted. The suspense increased throughout with the anticipation that the killer was to strike again.
Jackie Kabler is a name I will be adding to my list of authors to follow.
I would like to thank both Netgalley and Harper Collins UK for supplying a copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Run for Your Life takes something as ordinary and wholesome as a weekend run and twists it into a pulse‑tightening nightmare. There’s something deeply unsettling about the way this story unfolds — bright spring mornings, cheerful crowds gathering for their local 5k, and then the sudden, shocking truth that someone isn’t making it home. It’s that contrast between the familiar and the terrifying that gives the book its bite.
The pattern of deaths is chilling in its simplicity. A 5k runner. Then someone training for a 10k. Then a half‑marathoner. Each loss feels random yet horribly deliberate, and the police are left chasing shadows while the running community begins to fracture under fear. The tension builds beautifully, not through gore or spectacle, but through the creeping realisation that anyone could be next. Every runner, every route, every finish line becomes a question mark.
What I loved most is how the story captures the vulnerability of everyday life — how we step out into the world assuming safety, routine, normality, and how quickly that illusion can crack. The pacing is sharp, the atmosphere taut, and the sense of dread grows with each chapter, especially as the next event looms and the stakes widen to include millions of potential victims.
There’s a strong emotional thread running beneath the suspense too. The book taps into community, obsession, ambition, and the quiet rituals that keep people going. It’s not just about a killer; it’s about the people who run to cope, to escape, to feel alive — and what happens when that solace becomes a target.
Fast, addictive, and unnervingly plausible, Run for Your Life is a thriller that gets under your skin and stays there. A perfect pick for readers who love their suspense grounded in the everyday, with tension that builds step by step until you’re breathless.
With thanks to Jackie Kabler, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
The pattern of deaths is chilling in its simplicity. A 5k runner. Then someone training for a 10k. Then a half‑marathoner. Each loss feels random yet horribly deliberate, and the police are left chasing shadows while the running community begins to fracture under fear. The tension builds beautifully, not through gore or spectacle, but through the creeping realisation that anyone could be next. Every runner, every route, every finish line becomes a question mark.
What I loved most is how the story captures the vulnerability of everyday life — how we step out into the world assuming safety, routine, normality, and how quickly that illusion can crack. The pacing is sharp, the atmosphere taut, and the sense of dread grows with each chapter, especially as the next event looms and the stakes widen to include millions of potential victims.
There’s a strong emotional thread running beneath the suspense too. The book taps into community, obsession, ambition, and the quiet rituals that keep people going. It’s not just about a killer; it’s about the people who run to cope, to escape, to feel alive — and what happens when that solace becomes a target.
Fast, addictive, and unnervingly plausible, Run for Your Life is a thriller that gets under your skin and stays there. A perfect pick for readers who love their suspense grounded in the everyday, with tension that builds step by step until you’re breathless.
With thanks to Jackie Kabler, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
What a whirlwind this one is. There is so much going on and the author certainly knows how to build and hold the tension and suspense throughout the book.
When runners start dying while training for, or taking part in organised runs, the police soon realise they have a serial killer on their hands.
It’s then a race against time to figure out just what is going on, how the cases might be linked and how to put a stop to the murders.
I really enjoyed the parts from the police’s point of view and the dynamic between the two main officers. You really feel you are getting inside their heads and understanding how the investigation is running. I’m very familiar with some locations within the story which made it feel all the more real.
The different character points of view keep you in suspense and guessing just who is responsible and why. The author has a great writing style and knows just how to pull in the reader and keep them hooked until the end.
This book really builds up to its climax in the last few chapters, giving away all its secrets and tying up all the loose ends.
All in all a quick read that you will not want to put down.
When runners start dying while training for, or taking part in organised runs, the police soon realise they have a serial killer on their hands.
It’s then a race against time to figure out just what is going on, how the cases might be linked and how to put a stop to the murders.
I really enjoyed the parts from the police’s point of view and the dynamic between the two main officers. You really feel you are getting inside their heads and understanding how the investigation is running. I’m very familiar with some locations within the story which made it feel all the more real.
The different character points of view keep you in suspense and guessing just who is responsible and why. The author has a great writing style and knows just how to pull in the reader and keep them hooked until the end.
This book really builds up to its climax in the last few chapters, giving away all its secrets and tying up all the loose ends.
All in all a quick read that you will not want to put down.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I have enjoyed all the books i have read by the author and especially Run for your life had me guessing right from the very beginning what was going on and why the runners were being murdered.
Right from the get go this was a fast paced read that had me guessing who the murderer was, the author did keep giving little clues and i was trying to figure out what the victims had in common. With short chapters you feel the suspense and the worry that is going on between the running community as well as following the police as they are trying to investigate the murders. Each character is well thought out and i did wonder throughout what they did to deserve their outcome but especially near the end i was shocked when the reveal happened as it most definitely would never of came to mind who it was and the backstory of why they were doing what they were doing.
Full of twists, secrets and suspense this read was so unique and had me engrossed right from the very start. I would definitely recommend.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter for giving me a digital ARC in exchange of my full honest review.
Right from the get go this was a fast paced read that had me guessing who the murderer was, the author did keep giving little clues and i was trying to figure out what the victims had in common. With short chapters you feel the suspense and the worry that is going on between the running community as well as following the police as they are trying to investigate the murders. Each character is well thought out and i did wonder throughout what they did to deserve their outcome but especially near the end i was shocked when the reveal happened as it most definitely would never of came to mind who it was and the backstory of why they were doing what they were doing.
Full of twists, secrets and suspense this read was so unique and had me engrossed right from the very start. I would definitely recommend.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter for giving me a digital ARC in exchange of my full honest review.
March 27, 2026
Review of ‘Run For Your Life’ by Jackie Kabler, due to be published on 29 May 2026 by Harper Collins UK, One More Chapter.
When a runner is murdered, it sends shockwaves through the running community, as does the next one, and the one after that. All signs point to a serial killer - but what’s the motive, and how can the killer be caught?
The storyline formatting is good, giving depth to each character involved. Their lives and deaths described in intricate detail, making you shudder at the endless possibilities for what is to come next.
Woah - what a wild read this is! Full of tension, apprehension, head spinning twists, red herrings and revenge. A seriously dark thriller which makes you change your mind at every page, certain you’ve worked it all out, only to be unequivocally wrong. I could not put it down for fear of losing the fast pacing and breath holding suspense. Highly recommended read.
When a runner is murdered, it sends shockwaves through the running community, as does the next one, and the one after that. All signs point to a serial killer - but what’s the motive, and how can the killer be caught?
The storyline formatting is good, giving depth to each character involved. Their lives and deaths described in intricate detail, making you shudder at the endless possibilities for what is to come next.
Woah - what a wild read this is! Full of tension, apprehension, head spinning twists, red herrings and revenge. A seriously dark thriller which makes you change your mind at every page, certain you’ve worked it all out, only to be unequivocally wrong. I could not put it down for fear of losing the fast pacing and breath holding suspense. Highly recommended read.
April 27, 2026
Wow I cannot understand I have not read more of this author work. Run for your life by Jackie Kabler Is an excellent read which I enjoyed from page one.
The running community are horrified when they hear that there Is a killer on the loose. Runners from different backgrounds, marathon runners are being targeted one by one. The bodies are left with a number sticker and a tick. What connects them and why?
This is a police procedural like no other. It has a heart stopping unique plot, with lots of twists and turns and a police team that doesn’t know what the hell is going on and what is linked to all these murders.
This drew me I from the very first page and wouldn’t let me go to the very end. I did kind of guess what was going to happen at then the end. But it didn’t stop me enjoying this book so much.
Thank you Netgalley and Harper one more chapter for a copy of this fabulous book. 5 stars from me.
The running community are horrified when they hear that there Is a killer on the loose. Runners from different backgrounds, marathon runners are being targeted one by one. The bodies are left with a number sticker and a tick. What connects them and why?
This is a police procedural like no other. It has a heart stopping unique plot, with lots of twists and turns and a police team that doesn’t know what the hell is going on and what is linked to all these murders.
This drew me I from the very first page and wouldn’t let me go to the very end. I did kind of guess what was going to happen at then the end. But it didn’t stop me enjoying this book so much.
Thank you Netgalley and Harper one more chapter for a copy of this fabulous book. 5 stars from me.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins One More Chapter for the opportunity to review this ARC.
I’ve read Jackie Kabler’s stories before and really enjoyed them, so I was excited to read this one.
Run For Your Life immediately drew me in. I couldn’t put it down and finished it in a day. It begins with a runner being killed during a race, and when more runners are targeted, it becomes clear a serial killer is on the loose. The investigation focuses on uncovering the connections between the murders.
I really enjoyed the different perspectives, including news articles and Instagram posts. It was a clever way to keep the story moving and added a sense of realism.
The book is fast-paced, suspenseful, and kept me guessing until the end. The twist was brilliant and brought everything together perfectly. Definitely a five-star read.
I’ve read Jackie Kabler’s stories before and really enjoyed them, so I was excited to read this one.
Run For Your Life immediately drew me in. I couldn’t put it down and finished it in a day. It begins with a runner being killed during a race, and when more runners are targeted, it becomes clear a serial killer is on the loose. The investigation focuses on uncovering the connections between the murders.
I really enjoyed the different perspectives, including news articles and Instagram posts. It was a clever way to keep the story moving and added a sense of realism.
The book is fast-paced, suspenseful, and kept me guessing until the end. The twist was brilliant and brought everything together perfectly. Definitely a five-star read.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Jackie Kabler has come up with a cracker of a read with Run For Your Life, and I really enjoyed this book. It has a great start that immediately drew me in. Runners are being targeted and murdered but why? I love that the story is told through the police investigations, the killer and individual characters. The author knows how to connect with her readers, her writing is very good and engaging, the plot line is well thought out, multi layered and certainly kept me guessing. The tension and suspense is constant throughout and this quickly became a very moreish read that I would pick up and continue reading whenever I could. I even felt empathy for the killer once I knew the reason for the murders.
If you like thrillers then I'm certain you'll enjoy this and I would recommend it.
4 stars
If you like thrillers then I'm certain you'll enjoy this and I would recommend it.
4 stars
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This book is sooooo good. I love a themed murder mystery. It helps standout from all of the other procedural books out there. This one had some sensible twists (easy to see happening in reality) along with some just good ole fashioned police work.
I loved that Kabler wrote the protagonists as being stumped. Too many authors write their detectives as if they are all knowing. The mystery was good and the “villain’s” actions would keep the best of the best stumped.
Then, there is the last few chapters of this book. So well written. Jackie Kabler held a master class in writing that has emotion and sympathy for a character.
“Run For Your Life” will be a fantastic summer/beach read.
I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
I loved that Kabler wrote the protagonists as being stumped. Too many authors write their detectives as if they are all knowing. The mystery was good and the “villain’s” actions would keep the best of the best stumped.
Then, there is the last few chapters of this book. So well written. Jackie Kabler held a master class in writing that has emotion and sympathy for a character.
“Run For Your Life” will be a fantastic summer/beach read.
I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Run for your life is a riveting perfectly paced heart pounding thriller that is unputdownable.
A runner is murdered during a race , then another.
Someone is killing marathon runners .
There are 10 million potential targets and no one is safe.
Jackie Kabler has written a white knuckled thriller with short snappy chapters that will have you holding your breath.
Its a journey I will leave to the reader .
Be prepared to binge read as the twists and turns keep you on a roller coaster of a read.
Buckle up.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Collins UK, One More Chapter/One More Chapter for the privilege of reading and reviewing this high paced octane thriller Run for Your Life.
A runner is murdered during a race , then another.
Someone is killing marathon runners .
There are 10 million potential targets and no one is safe.
Jackie Kabler has written a white knuckled thriller with short snappy chapters that will have you holding your breath.
Its a journey I will leave to the reader .
Be prepared to binge read as the twists and turns keep you on a roller coaster of a read.
Buckle up.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Collins UK, One More Chapter/One More Chapter for the privilege of reading and reviewing this high paced octane thriller Run for Your Life.
March 25, 2026
I’ve really enjoyed Jackie Kabler’s previous thrillers and Run For Your Life was equally enjoyable. After a runner collapses and dies at a park run event in Cheltenham this soon becomes a murder investigation and further murders lead to fears that a serial killer is to blame.
I absolutely loved this, it’s the definition of a page turner and the short chapters meant I raced through this over the course of 24 hours. It’s fast paced and twisty, police officers Livvy and Noor are intelligent and likeable and the clever plotting kept me guessing throughout. Recommended.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this digital ARC.
I absolutely loved this, it’s the definition of a page turner and the short chapters meant I raced through this over the course of 24 hours. It’s fast paced and twisty, police officers Livvy and Noor are intelligent and likeable and the clever plotting kept me guessing throughout. Recommended.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this digital ARC.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I love how this book kicks off. A short snappy chapter to begin, leaving you in suspense wanting to know more with the story building anticipation.
From the off this book appealed to me as the first chapter is loosely based on a run event close to me so I could envisage this event and surroundings. I am also a keen runner so loved the narrative of this story with every runner having to consider their personal safety whilst outside.
I liked the relationship between the two lead female detectives working the case, with different view points of several main characters throughout the book.
It was fast paced with a great twist in the story. I would definitely recommend this.
From the off this book appealed to me as the first chapter is loosely based on a run event close to me so I could envisage this event and surroundings. I am also a keen runner so loved the narrative of this story with every runner having to consider their personal safety whilst outside.
I liked the relationship between the two lead female detectives working the case, with different view points of several main characters throughout the book.
It was fast paced with a great twist in the story. I would definitely recommend this.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I’ll never feel guilty about not running again!!
A series of grim murders involving runners from various backgrounds with different fitness levels. 5k, 10k, Marathon, Ultra Marathon…. Male Victims, Female Victims, Gay, Straight. Across the Uk. What connects them?
In parallel, a female prisoner reads the news bulletins, grateful to be incarcerated. And the perpetrator is planning their next murder.
This thrilling story brings numerous police forces together to solve these heinous crimes. The MO seems personal yet random. Nothing and everything seems to connect them.
A brilliant and insightful thriller. Huge thanks to the author & publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review
A series of grim murders involving runners from various backgrounds with different fitness levels. 5k, 10k, Marathon, Ultra Marathon…. Male Victims, Female Victims, Gay, Straight. Across the Uk. What connects them?
In parallel, a female prisoner reads the news bulletins, grateful to be incarcerated. And the perpetrator is planning their next murder.
This thrilling story brings numerous police forces together to solve these heinous crimes. The MO seems personal yet random. Nothing and everything seems to connect them.
A brilliant and insightful thriller. Huge thanks to the author & publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Such a unique plot. It was different from any thrillers I've read before. It did take me a while to finish it, because although it is good, it was not unputdownable for me, so I kept reading other books over this. I can’t even say the book as a whole was predictable because I really didn't see the twist coming. However, the very end was extremely predictable. I can't say that I really connected to or liked any of characters, but I liked it enough that I plan to look into reading some other books from this author. I think this will definitely be a popular read for those who love crime and thriller novels.
Thank you HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter and Jackie Kabler for the ARC.
Thank you HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter and Jackie Kabler for the ARC.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Wow, I wasn’t expecting such a fast-paced, addictive thriller! This had me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end.
When long distance runners start getting murdered, it becomes a race to find the killer before another murder takes place. The police are stumped and the running community is scared, but the leads are all dead ends.
This book has so many twists and turns, you’ll be hard pressed to put it down. I thoroughly enjoyed the writing, I learned a few things about long distance running, and I found a new favorite author. It’s a trifecta.
Thank you, NetGalley and Harper Collins UK, One More Chapter for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this five star book.
When long distance runners start getting murdered, it becomes a race to find the killer before another murder takes place. The police are stumped and the running community is scared, but the leads are all dead ends.
This book has so many twists and turns, you’ll be hard pressed to put it down. I thoroughly enjoyed the writing, I learned a few things about long distance running, and I found a new favorite author. It’s a trifecta.
Thank you, NetGalley and Harper Collins UK, One More Chapter for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this five star book.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I thought this was brilliant! The running theme was really interesting, and I loved the multiple points of view.
It was really fascinating to follow the 'Running Ripper' investigation and the book was very hard to put down, I was very keen to find out how everything tied together. I liked that we got to know the victims and enjoyed following the detectives as they attempted to discover links between them.
This book really captured my interest and the writing style was lovely. I would 100% recommend it.
It was really fascinating to follow the 'Running Ripper' investigation and the book was very hard to put down, I was very keen to find out how everything tied together. I liked that we got to know the victims and enjoyed following the detectives as they attempted to discover links between them.
This book really captured my interest and the writing style was lovely. I would 100% recommend it.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you NetGalley for this advance copy.
This is a new author for me, I requested this on a whim, with no expectations about the story.
The story was engaging and hooked me from the start, I finished it in one day. There were many twists and turns that kept me guessing right up until the end. It was fast paced and the story was well written. The twist was very unexpected and it brought everything together.
This was a fast paced thriller with an engaging and interesting plot filled with suspense and tension and held my interest and attention from start to finish.
This is a new author for me, I requested this on a whim, with no expectations about the story.
The story was engaging and hooked me from the start, I finished it in one day. There were many twists and turns that kept me guessing right up until the end. It was fast paced and the story was well written. The twist was very unexpected and it brought everything together.
This was a fast paced thriller with an engaging and interesting plot filled with suspense and tension and held my interest and attention from start to finish.
Read
March 24, 2026Run for Your Life by Jackie Kabler published by Harper Collins UK/ One More Chapter is the next pageturner by this outstanding wordsmith. I'm a fan of the author's writing since The Vanishing Class. She hit me left field with this book and RFYL is no exception.
Athmospheric, fast paced, complex and full of twists and unexpected turns the book had me in suspense til the last chapter.
I recommend the book that deserves all the stars.
Athmospheric, fast paced, complex and full of twists and unexpected turns the book had me in suspense til the last chapter.
I recommend the book that deserves all the stars.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This book is crazy-good! Victoria runs marathons when someone blows something in her face during the race and she collapses. Because of her peanut allergy she dies even though husband, Tim had her epipen. She also has an odd sticker on her shoulder that Tim realizes she didn't put there herself. And so begins another "race" to find the killer and motive. It's a tangled web of deceit, lies, and misconceptions that had me reading long into the night!
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC!
March 30, 2026
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Collin’s UK, One More Chapter for this ARC!!
I was so excited to get this ARC since I have read some other books by this author and found them impossible to put down! This was such a fun read with the connections to the running community. The twist at the end, I truly did not see coming. The ending of the book was also great, tying up all the loose ends. Def a fun read!
I was so excited to get this ARC since I have read some other books by this author and found them impossible to put down! This was such a fun read with the connections to the running community. The twist at the end, I truly did not see coming. The ending of the book was also great, tying up all the loose ends. Def a fun read!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Many thanks to netgalley, the author and the publisher for approving my request to read this book.
I loved the concept of this book which sees runners literally running for their lives as one by one, race by race they are murdered by a serial killer who the police and media dub The Running Ripper but just exactly who is the elusive killer and what are their motives?
This book kept me gripped throughout and I'll definitely be recommending it to others.
I loved the concept of this book which sees runners literally running for their lives as one by one, race by race they are murdered by a serial killer who the police and media dub The Running Ripper but just exactly who is the elusive killer and what are their motives?
This book kept me gripped throughout and I'll definitely be recommending it to others.
March 30, 2026
Wow just wow I am so pleased I found this author last year each one of their books just keeps getting better and better. From turning the first page I couldn’t put this down and read it in almost one sitting. This was a fast paced thriller with an engaging and interesting plot filled with suspense and tension and held my interest and attention from start to finish. Highly recommend.
April 14, 2026
Thank you to Net Galley for the advance copy.
Pretty solid book, wasn’t mad about one part but I don’t want to spoil it.
Overall it’s a pretty decent whodunnit, there’s a good amount of twists and the overall plot was excellent. I’ve read a good few of this authors books by now and in fairness she doesn’t really disappoint. It’s always a good read.
Pretty solid book, wasn’t mad about one part but I don’t want to spoil it.
Overall it’s a pretty decent whodunnit, there’s a good amount of twists and the overall plot was excellent. I’ve read a good few of this authors books by now and in fairness she doesn’t really disappoint. It’s always a good read.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Not your average mystery/suspense novel. This didn't really fit any sort of model which made it an intriguing read. The author fed the reader little clues but there were also some major red herrings. Clever, captivating and original.
I received this arc from netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
I received this arc from netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Another great book from one of my favourite authors whose books are just brilliant. I was involved in the storyline from the very first page with great characters.
It was a tense, addictive read which had me on the edge of my seat from the beginning until the great ending.
I cannot speak highly enough about this book and thank you to Netgalley and Harper Collins OMC for this ARC.
It was a tense, addictive read which had me on the edge of my seat from the beginning until the great ending.
I cannot speak highly enough about this book and thank you to Netgalley and Harper Collins OMC for this ARC.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I was given this book by NetGalley for an honest review-
Wow! Who would have thought? Someone is targeting runners in races for murder and leaving a number on their back. The cops struggle to find a reason and who is killing and why? Can they find the answers before the next victim?
Wow! Who would have thought? Someone is targeting runners in races for murder and leaving a number on their back. The cops struggle to find a reason and who is killing and why? Can they find the answers before the next victim?
![Profile Image for Nonagesimus Reads [Em].](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fi.gr-assets.com%2Fimages%2FS%2Fcompressed.photo.goodreads.com%2Fusers%2F1777853925i%2F164257338._UX200_CR0%2C0%2C200%2C200_.jpg&w=128&q=75)
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Solid book
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
My first time reading Jackie Kabler but it won’t be the last! The unique story premise of Run for your Life is refreshing, and it was very well done.
While I did enjoy the book, there were many characters and I’d didn’t feel like I connected with any of them. The plot twist was a bit of a surprise, but the very end was pretty expected.
Still, I recommend this book and give it 4 stars!
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for supplying a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
While I did enjoy the book, there were many characters and I’d didn’t feel like I connected with any of them. The plot twist was a bit of a surprise, but the very end was pretty expected.
Still, I recommend this book and give it 4 stars!
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for supplying a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 30 reviews