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Slash or Pass: An all new sexy, scary and hilarious slasher romcom!
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Expected 4 Aug 26It's about to be one bloody valentine...
Watching your best friend run away after kissing him? Mortifying. Finding a dead body on campus with him days later? Even worse.
That was the last time Mabel saw Danny, which didn't really set the stage for an epic love story.
With her job at a dream horror studio, romance is the last thing on Mabel's mind... Until an anonymous Valentine's Day card arrives. Someone knows what really happened at Westbrook College, and they're ready to kill again.
Mabel has no choice but to return if she wants to protect the people she loves, including Danny; now a promising, hot law student. It's been a year since they talked, and their chemistry is as thick as their distance.
But when trapped together and facing a killer in a Cupid mask, Mabel must stop running. As the heat of attraction with Danny cranks up, and the body count rises, Mabel can't forget one of the biggest rules in a slasher; it's always the boyfriend.
Oh, and don't have sex.
Watching your best friend run away after kissing him? Mortifying. Finding a dead body on campus with him days later? Even worse.
That was the last time Mabel saw Danny, which didn't really set the stage for an epic love story.
With her job at a dream horror studio, romance is the last thing on Mabel's mind... Until an anonymous Valentine's Day card arrives. Someone knows what really happened at Westbrook College, and they're ready to kill again.
Mabel has no choice but to return if she wants to protect the people she loves, including Danny; now a promising, hot law student. It's been a year since they talked, and their chemistry is as thick as their distance.
But when trapped together and facing a killer in a Cupid mask, Mabel must stop running. As the heat of attraction with Danny cranks up, and the body count rises, Mabel can't forget one of the biggest rules in a slasher; it's always the boyfriend.
Oh, and don't have sex.
- GenresRomanceDark Romance
384 pages, Paperback
Expected publication August 4, 2026
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About the author
Thalia Sanchez
7 books401 followersThalia is a new author born and raised in Puerto Rico, the same place where she lives, and constantly complains about the heat. She started writing at a very young age and soon discovered that craziness was what she wanted to do in life.
When she's not writing you can find her procrastinating on Instagram, pinning things on Pinterest, and laughing at memes. She has an endless love for dogs (and animals in general).
When she's not writing you can find her procrastinating on Instagram, pinning things on Pinterest, and laughing at memes. She has an endless love for dogs (and animals in general).
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December 29, 2025
A super fun slasher romcom 🔪🩸
If you loved Scary Movie or Scream, you’ll enjoy this.
I’m not a huge fan of a golden retriever MMC and the FMC had way too many spiralling thoughts, so I struggled to get into the romance of this one but I enjoyed the plot and mystery nonetheless.
Thank you to NetGalley, Hachette AU/NZ and Thalia Sanchez for the ARC 🫶🏼💌
If you loved Scary Movie or Scream, you’ll enjoy this.
I’m not a huge fan of a golden retriever MMC and the FMC had way too many spiralling thoughts, so I struggled to get into the romance of this one but I enjoyed the plot and mystery nonetheless.
Thank you to NetGalley, Hachette AU/NZ and Thalia Sanchez for the ARC 🫶🏼💌
January 10, 2026
Thank you NetGalley and Hachette Australia & New Zealand for approving me for the ARC of Slash Or Pass by Thalia Sanchez.
3.5/5⭐️
3/5 🌶️
“I might be a hardcore fan, but this entire scenario is one step away from becoming a slasher film”
This book was so good! If you’re a fan of Scream, The Strangers, Friday the 13th or any masked slasher horror movies, this book is for you!
It is filled with blood, gore and so much more that every slasher film gives you but in book form! I did guess who the killer was but there was still a plot twist towards the end that I did not guess at all that had my jaw dropping.
And not only was this a slasher/horror, it was also a romance. I loved Danny and Mabel’s relationship. Danny is so Golden Retriever energy (unless it’s in bed😉IYKYK)
I now want to see this book come to life and watch it in movie form. This needs to be on the BIG SCREENS!
3.5/5⭐️
3/5 🌶️
“I might be a hardcore fan, but this entire scenario is one step away from becoming a slasher film”
This book was so good! If you’re a fan of Scream, The Strangers, Friday the 13th or any masked slasher horror movies, this book is for you!
It is filled with blood, gore and so much more that every slasher film gives you but in book form! I did guess who the killer was but there was still a plot twist towards the end that I did not guess at all that had my jaw dropping.
And not only was this a slasher/horror, it was also a romance. I loved Danny and Mabel’s relationship. Danny is so Golden Retriever energy (unless it’s in bed😉IYKYK)
I now want to see this book come to life and watch it in movie form. This needs to be on the BIG SCREENS!
December 6, 2025
THIS WAS AMAZING. Perfect for fans of Scream, it reeally brought on all the vibes!! One year ago on Westbrook College campus, Brian Manders was murdered and hung from a statue, very similar to how Casey Beckers body was found in the beginning of Scream. Our FMC Mabel's bestfriend Cerys had recentlt came forward with sexual assult charges against him, and people are fast to point the finger at her. Fast forward a year later Mabel, has moved to LA to work at a movie studio writing slasher movies, she recieves a threatening letter with a photo of her sister Carmen, and immediately heads back to Westbrook, where her sister is. But Mabel isn't the only one with a letter, Danny, Mabels bestfriend before The Incident happened, Cerys, Carmen, and some of the other sorority sisters. Kappa, Mabels old sorority is hosting a Smash or Pass event for valentines day, where she and Danny realize that no matter how hard they tried to move on they still have feelings for each other. But as we know in every slasher, things will reach there climax. Text messages sent around.the group of sorority sisters and frat brothers and lead them into one of the houses, and that is when the killer strikes. Trapped in a house with the killer, no body is safe. And there can only be one final girl, or can there? The whole entire book I was so confident I knew who the killer was, and then the plot twists after plot twists were insane!! Definitely pick up this book if you are a fan of Scream and slashers!!
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December 3, 2025Yeah, so I'm in love with this title.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This was a fun journey overall and I do recommend it to anyone who is looking for something fast pace with many shock reveals. The story started with immediate heavy plots introducing in a quickest pace I've imagined. I wish it has a stronger foundation (how Mabel been copping the situation and how she got the idea who sent the picture - she whipped out the conclusion from thin air) instead of whiplash me into the past and yank me back into now.
I never truly know about sorority/frat houses culture but damn they sounded like nightmare in this book. I do like Mabel and her sister though I was rage baiting hard by her at the beginning (girls, always take threat seriously). Everyone else I don't feel so much connection, even with Cerys, she went through so much and I felt so guilty for not be able to like her more. I felt like the killer is too far gone and crazy minded that I couldn't guess who it was and why they did it (still can't grasp why they actually did this) and when the reveal comes, I don't care much about that character to actually be shocked.
Also there is a shock element revealed and if you read this book, you know what it was. And I don't like how it was glossed over/not being discussed/solved/processed more both for not only the person in the question but also people around her. It was a big giant enormous secret and everything happened immediately after just made me feel like I'm being rushed to put a closure on something.
The romance element is nice enough for a quick slasher read but I'm not particularly being drawn in by it. Maybe Mabel was going through so many many many MANY MANY MANY traumas and crazy life events that I can't even imagine how she hold up to even has a hot thought about someone.
I never truly know about sorority/frat houses culture but damn they sounded like nightmare in this book. I do like Mabel and her sister though I was rage baiting hard by her at the beginning (girls, always take threat seriously). Everyone else I don't feel so much connection, even with Cerys, she went through so much and I felt so guilty for not be able to like her more. I felt like the killer is too far gone and crazy minded that I couldn't guess who it was and why they did it (still can't grasp why they actually did this) and when the reveal comes, I don't care much about that character to actually be shocked.
Also there is a shock element revealed and if you read this book, you know what it was. And I don't like how it was glossed over/not being discussed/solved/processed more both for not only the person in the question but also people around her. It was a big giant enormous secret and everything happened immediately after just made me feel like I'm being rushed to put a closure on something.
The romance element is nice enough for a quick slasher read but I'm not particularly being drawn in by it. Maybe Mabel was going through so many many many MANY MANY MANY traumas and crazy life events that I can't even imagine how she hold up to even has a hot thought about someone.
December 27, 2025
The one rule of slasher movies: it’s always the boyfriend.
…Or is it this time?
Slash or Pass follows Mabel after she receives a creepy letter that drags her back into a traumatic past. What starts as unsettling quickly spirals into full-blown horror when she finds herself trapped in a house on Greek Row with a mix of friends, enemies, and her golden-retriever-of-a-guy bestie who is absolutely down bad for her. Add a masked killer ready to pick them off one by one, and suddenly Mabel is living out a slasher film of her own. But who’s the killer? What’s their motive? And how did Mabel end up in a real-life horror movie just as she starts working for a film company in the horror genre?
This book is the perfect slasher rom-com for fans of Scream or I Know What You Did Last Summer. The characters are layered, messy, and motivated in ways that keep the “whodunnit” guessing game intense from start to finish. I loved the balance between slasher chaos and rom-com energy—especially the friends-to-lovers romance woven throughout.
There’s a delicious dose of female rage and plenty of men finally getting what’s coming to them for being truly awful. The tension never lets up, and the comedic relief sprinkled through the more gruesome scenes is perfectly timed, keeping the story engaging without losing its edge.
This is a true one-sitting read—you need to know who the killer is. A perfect pick for readers who want a thriller palate cleanser between fluffy romances… or who simply want both at once.
…Or is it this time?
Slash or Pass follows Mabel after she receives a creepy letter that drags her back into a traumatic past. What starts as unsettling quickly spirals into full-blown horror when she finds herself trapped in a house on Greek Row with a mix of friends, enemies, and her golden-retriever-of-a-guy bestie who is absolutely down bad for her. Add a masked killer ready to pick them off one by one, and suddenly Mabel is living out a slasher film of her own. But who’s the killer? What’s their motive? And how did Mabel end up in a real-life horror movie just as she starts working for a film company in the horror genre?
This book is the perfect slasher rom-com for fans of Scream or I Know What You Did Last Summer. The characters are layered, messy, and motivated in ways that keep the “whodunnit” guessing game intense from start to finish. I loved the balance between slasher chaos and rom-com energy—especially the friends-to-lovers romance woven throughout.
There’s a delicious dose of female rage and plenty of men finally getting what’s coming to them for being truly awful. The tension never lets up, and the comedic relief sprinkled through the more gruesome scenes is perfectly timed, keeping the story engaging without losing its edge.
This is a true one-sitting read—you need to know who the killer is. A perfect pick for readers who want a thriller palate cleanser between fluffy romances… or who simply want both at once.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Absolutely obsessed with this cover and concept, but I unfortunately found the plot/follow through to be a bit lacking :(
I love horror movies, especially the whole Scream franchise, and you can tell the author does as well. That passion that should have come through in an homage to the classics of the genre got a bit warped by the main character, however, as she had this strange tendency to psychoanalyze everything as it was happening which really took me out of the book. Mabel was insufferable, full stop. At first I thought her sister Carmen was super dickish for no reason, but by the end she was the only character I was rooting for lmao. Calling this book a romcom when the FMC has nary a hint of a sense of humor is a bit of a reach in my opinion!
A lot of Mabel and Danny's history happens off-page, and I really just felt that their connection was lacking. I didn't feel super engaged by their dynamic or really any of the characters. The killer reveal was a shock not due to clever narrative structure but more so because I didn't know enough about ANY of the characters that it would have been a surprise regardless of the identity. I also felt there was a lot of unnecessary exposition—Mabel literally takes THREE PAGES worth of time to decide what color wristband to wear to a frat party 😵💫.
I fear the call is coming from inside the house with this one, unfortunately a big miss for me.
I love horror movies, especially the whole Scream franchise, and you can tell the author does as well. That passion that should have come through in an homage to the classics of the genre got a bit warped by the main character, however, as she had this strange tendency to psychoanalyze everything as it was happening which really took me out of the book. Mabel was insufferable, full stop. At first I thought her sister Carmen was super dickish for no reason, but by the end she was the only character I was rooting for lmao. Calling this book a romcom when the FMC has nary a hint of a sense of humor is a bit of a reach in my opinion!
A lot of Mabel and Danny's history happens off-page, and I really just felt that their connection was lacking. I didn't feel super engaged by their dynamic or really any of the characters. The killer reveal was a shock not due to clever narrative structure but more so because I didn't know enough about ANY of the characters that it would have been a surprise regardless of the identity. I also felt there was a lot of unnecessary exposition—Mabel literally takes THREE PAGES worth of time to decide what color wristband to wear to a frat party 😵💫.
I fear the call is coming from inside the house with this one, unfortunately a big miss for me.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 16, 2026
One of my favourite films is Scream. When I'm cold and ill that is my film that I will happily re-watch.
Sometimes it is also hard to transfer a slasher massacre onto the page. But Ms Sanchez succeeded.
By subverting the traditional tropes of the slasher/horror genre this book was filled with plot twists galore. The characterisation between the cast was done superbly and with a cutesy little epilogue to suit. TO have the protagonist a horror fan is always fun, adding a post-modernity to her understanding of the horror genre, especially from a screenwriter/director's point of view.
The romance element:
Trope: First love
Miscommunication.
I love Danny's yearning for Gabs even though the reader will doubt him at least once or twice in my case during the plot. The few spicy scenes were hot and I felt I wanted at least one more in the epilogue but I was still satisfied with the ending.
Did I predict the killer? Yes. Well at least partially. I guessed Mabs' secret but not Carmen's. That was a good plot-twist, but one only sibling would understand and almost empathise with.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from #netgalley , thank you. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
The few spicy scenes were hot and defied the tropes of the horror genre.
Sometimes it is also hard to transfer a slasher massacre onto the page. But Ms Sanchez succeeded.
By subverting the traditional tropes of the slasher/horror genre this book was filled with plot twists galore. The characterisation between the cast was done superbly and with a cutesy little epilogue to suit. TO have the protagonist a horror fan is always fun, adding a post-modernity to her understanding of the horror genre, especially from a screenwriter/director's point of view.
The romance element:
Trope: First love
Miscommunication.
I love Danny's yearning for Gabs even though the reader will doubt him at least once or twice in my case during the plot. The few spicy scenes were hot and I felt I wanted at least one more in the epilogue but I was still satisfied with the ending.
Did I predict the killer? Yes. Well at least partially. I guessed Mabs' secret but not Carmen's. That was a good plot-twist, but one only sibling would understand and almost empathise with.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from #netgalley , thank you. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
The few spicy scenes were hot and defied the tropes of the horror genre.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
𝗔𝗥𝗖 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪
3.5⭐️ | 2.5🌶
I might have unlocked a new obsession with slasher romances!
Slash or Pass is the second book I've read in this genre and the premise is really intriguing: Mabel receives an anonymous Valentine's Day card threatening to kill her sister unless she returns to her old college; there, along with a group of people, she finds herself being hunted by a serial killer disguised as Cupid seeking revenge. And everything seems to connect to a mysterious murder that took place a year earlier at the same college Mabel attended.
What I appreciated most about this book is that, unlike some horror movies where the protagonists seem to have no survival instinct, here we finally have a protagonist who’s prepared and experience in the matter, as she works in the production of slasher films. And it wasn't just Mabel who pleasantly surprised me, but also her sister who, despite getting on my nerves at first, turned out to be a very sharp and interesting character with a strong personality.
The slasher part was definitely my favorite. I was tense throughout the entire book until the end because I couldn’t figure out who the serial killer was, and when the "killer reveal" finally came, I was left speechless. Like Mabel, I doubted the wrong person the entire time and I would never have figured it out on my own.
The romance part, however, was the one that convinced me the least. I think the reason is that I didn’t get to see the beginning of the relationship between Mabel and Danny and this didn’t allow me to fully connect with them as a couple. But still, I thought they were really cute together.
In conclusion, I recommend this book if you like slasher stories with romcom vibes that keep you on the edge of your seat.
Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!
🏷 Tropes: latina FMC, friends to lovers, miscommunication, second chance, black cat x golden retriever.
3.5⭐️ | 2.5🌶
I might have unlocked a new obsession with slasher romances!
Slash or Pass is the second book I've read in this genre and the premise is really intriguing: Mabel receives an anonymous Valentine's Day card threatening to kill her sister unless she returns to her old college; there, along with a group of people, she finds herself being hunted by a serial killer disguised as Cupid seeking revenge. And everything seems to connect to a mysterious murder that took place a year earlier at the same college Mabel attended.
What I appreciated most about this book is that, unlike some horror movies where the protagonists seem to have no survival instinct, here we finally have a protagonist who’s prepared and experience in the matter, as she works in the production of slasher films. And it wasn't just Mabel who pleasantly surprised me, but also her sister who, despite getting on my nerves at first, turned out to be a very sharp and interesting character with a strong personality.
The slasher part was definitely my favorite. I was tense throughout the entire book until the end because I couldn’t figure out who the serial killer was, and when the "killer reveal" finally came, I was left speechless. Like Mabel, I doubted the wrong person the entire time and I would never have figured it out on my own.
The romance part, however, was the one that convinced me the least. I think the reason is that I didn’t get to see the beginning of the relationship between Mabel and Danny and this didn’t allow me to fully connect with them as a couple. But still, I thought they were really cute together.
In conclusion, I recommend this book if you like slasher stories with romcom vibes that keep you on the edge of your seat.
Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!
🏷 Tropes: latina FMC, friends to lovers, miscommunication, second chance, black cat x golden retriever.
January 7, 2026
*Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette Australia & New Zealand for providing a digital copy to review*
Are slasher rom-coms the new thing now? Cause if so, I can’t get enough. It’s just so much fun, even with all the murder.
I read this straight after another slasher rom-com, so I couldn’t help but compare the two. They shared a lot of the same plot points and reveals, and both FMCs were very similar. I enjoyed this one a little bit less because I just felt like the romance and smut should have kicked off later in the book.
I loved how tense it was. It’s first-person POV, so you feel the fear and anxiety as if you’re really there. I liked Mabel, the FMC. She was smart and knew how to avoid all the stupid things people tend to do in horror movies. I loved Carmen, her sister. She takes no shit from anyone, and I couldn't get enough of her quips.
This story deals with the subject of rape and is pretty central to the plot. It gives the story some gravity and just adds to the stakes. While I did guess a couple of things, I was still surprised when everything was revealed, and I just loved all the misdirections.
This is such a fun genre, and I definitely want to read more of it.
Are slasher rom-coms the new thing now? Cause if so, I can’t get enough. It’s just so much fun, even with all the murder.
I read this straight after another slasher rom-com, so I couldn’t help but compare the two. They shared a lot of the same plot points and reveals, and both FMCs were very similar. I enjoyed this one a little bit less because I just felt like the romance and smut should have kicked off later in the book.
I loved how tense it was. It’s first-person POV, so you feel the fear and anxiety as if you’re really there. I liked Mabel, the FMC. She was smart and knew how to avoid all the stupid things people tend to do in horror movies. I loved Carmen, her sister. She takes no shit from anyone, and I couldn't get enough of her quips.
This story deals with the subject of rape and is pretty central to the plot. It gives the story some gravity and just adds to the stakes. While I did guess a couple of things, I was still surprised when everything was revealed, and I just loved all the misdirections.
This is such a fun genre, and I definitely want to read more of it.
January 15, 2026
As many other reviewers have stated, this was very Scream-esque. So if you like a classic slasher movie, you might like this!
I was immediately drawn in by the cover and the idea of a slasher rom-com. While it was action packed and fairly fast paced, it missed the mark a bit for me.
I wanted more from Mabel and Danny. They have a past that we don’t get to see. It’s single POV, so Mabel’s inner monologue gives us some details, but I think the story would have greatly benefitted from some flashback scenes. They reunite and it’s very insta love, and I just wasn’t invested. The romance definitely takes a backseat to the slasher aspect.
As far as the murder mystery goes, I was really trying to figure out who the bad guy was. I was sort of right! There was plenty of bloody action and I enjoyed that part.
Overall, not my favorite romance but I I would recommend if you want a fast paced gory mystery!
I was immediately drawn in by the cover and the idea of a slasher rom-com. While it was action packed and fairly fast paced, it missed the mark a bit for me.
I wanted more from Mabel and Danny. They have a past that we don’t get to see. It’s single POV, so Mabel’s inner monologue gives us some details, but I think the story would have greatly benefitted from some flashback scenes. They reunite and it’s very insta love, and I just wasn’t invested. The romance definitely takes a backseat to the slasher aspect.
As far as the murder mystery goes, I was really trying to figure out who the bad guy was. I was sort of right! There was plenty of bloody action and I enjoyed that part.
Overall, not my favorite romance but I I would recommend if you want a fast paced gory mystery!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
✨ 4.25 stars | 2 🌶️
(Thank you to Thalia Sanchez for the eARC in exchange for my honest thoughts 💌)
This was a brand-new author for me, and I tore through this book like I was running from Ghostface himself. The blend of Scream-style suspense with Valentine’s Day humor was chefs kiss, and the quick pace kept me hooked from start to finish.
The sister dynamic between Mabel and Carmen was a true highlight. It felt so real and reminded me of my own relationship with my sister, which made their moments even more heartfelt.
And Danny? He brought pure golden-retriever charm with a filthy mouth, and I loved every second of it.
Definitely a must-read!!!
(Thank you to Thalia Sanchez for the eARC in exchange for my honest thoughts 💌)
This was a brand-new author for me, and I tore through this book like I was running from Ghostface himself. The blend of Scream-style suspense with Valentine’s Day humor was chefs kiss, and the quick pace kept me hooked from start to finish.
The sister dynamic between Mabel and Carmen was a true highlight. It felt so real and reminded me of my own relationship with my sister, which made their moments even more heartfelt.
And Danny? He brought pure golden-retriever charm with a filthy mouth, and I loved every second of it.
Definitely a must-read!!!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This was a fun slasher romance! ❤️🔥 🔪
Mable has always been a horror film guru, even working in the field, when the events from a year ago bring her back to college, where she is reunited with her sister, best friend and the man who got away.
This was full of who done it moments, you were never sure who the bad guy is, and kept you guessing until the end!
I did struggle with the way this was written but I still had a good time reading it! 💕
Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette for the gifted copy 🫶🏼
Mable has always been a horror film guru, even working in the field, when the events from a year ago bring her back to college, where she is reunited with her sister, best friend and the man who got away.
This was full of who done it moments, you were never sure who the bad guy is, and kept you guessing until the end!
I did struggle with the way this was written but I still had a good time reading it! 💕
Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette for the gifted copy 🫶🏼
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This was fun. There was a lot (no, like I'm dead serious) of action going on. The characters were layered and flawed, with a lovely amount of female rage. There was also comedic relief and banter sprinkled throughout, which balanced well with some heavy and gruesome moments. I did know who the bad guy was and that makes me feel very smart, thank you very much. A great combination between romance and a killer running around!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
“Took you long enough to make it to the killer reveal.”
One year after a brutal murder, Mabel is dragged back to the place she left behind.
Scream meets I Know What You Did Last Summer meets Valentine.
It was fun and fast paced, had all the elements of a good slasher flick. As a big horror fan I LOVED this book. Mabel had massive Randy Meeks vibes. Definitely more slasher than romcom.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC. Opinions are my own.
One year after a brutal murder, Mabel is dragged back to the place she left behind.
Scream meets I Know What You Did Last Summer meets Valentine.
It was fun and fast paced, had all the elements of a good slasher flick. As a big horror fan I LOVED this book. Mabel had massive Randy Meeks vibes. Definitely more slasher than romcom.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC. Opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I received and ARC copy for this title
This really makes you second guess your initial guesses on who the killer is throughout the whole book. Like I wanna say I guessed it, but also the plot twist on top of that completellyyyy threw me off haha. Really cute, gory and funny at the same time. A really good slasher story!!
This really makes you second guess your initial guesses on who the killer is throughout the whole book. Like I wanna say I guessed it, but also the plot twist on top of that completellyyyy threw me off haha. Really cute, gory and funny at the same time. A really good slasher story!!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The only problem that I had with the book was the editing. It bothered me because it was on every chapter. But, in the beginning of the book, the writing was confusing and slow for me to understand the characters. When it picked up the pace, I enjoyed it more. It went from a 3 star to 4 star. It can’t be a 5 star because the editing needs to still be fixed.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced reader copy of this book!
I was hopeful for something new with the premise of this book but unfortunately it fell flat. The whole thing was rushed and slow at the same time and I didn’t really get to connect with the characters. I think it followed what you would find in a basic slasher movie but didn’t go any deeper.
I was hopeful for something new with the premise of this book but unfortunately it fell flat. The whole thing was rushed and slow at the same time and I didn’t really get to connect with the characters. I think it followed what you would find in a basic slasher movie but didn’t go any deeper.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This was a bloody good time, literally. As a huge fan of horror romance, it’s no surprise I devoured this. It’s a fast paced slasher romcom that doesn’t hold back on the carnage and even sneaks in some spice. Brutal, fun, and wildly entertaining from start to finish.
December 8, 2025
THALIA YOU SLASHED IT BB 🔪🩸🖤- PUN INTENDED
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
this read like a uni student having to pad a 2k essay up to 5k
January 14, 2026
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I can’t wait for all y’all to meet my stepchildren!!
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January 7, 2026
Slash or Pass is a perfect pick for anyone who loves classic slasher films wrapped in romance. It hits all the right beats, twists, turns, gore, questionable decisions, and sex at the absolute worst possible moments, all while keeping you guessing until the very end about who the killer really is. It fully embraces the chaotic fun of the genre and reads like a love letter to old-school slashers with a spicy edge.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
3.5
This book felt very American as it is set in a sorority/fraternity situation which actually put me off to begin with as this is just not something I can relate to.
I definitely got scary movie/scream vibes from this story so if you're a fan of those films I think you'd really enjoy this book. I think this would be a good spooky season book if you want a 'horror' story that isn't really scary (especially if you know the plots of the films).
Because of the similarities to the films I did find that I guessed what was going to happen which was a little disappointing but to be expected I suppose.
Lastly, the spicy scenes when they're literally running for their lives seemed stupid and out of place.
Thanks to Headline | Headline Eternal for the e-arc. All opinions are my own.
This book felt very American as it is set in a sorority/fraternity situation which actually put me off to begin with as this is just not something I can relate to.
I definitely got scary movie/scream vibes from this story so if you're a fan of those films I think you'd really enjoy this book. I think this would be a good spooky season book if you want a 'horror' story that isn't really scary (especially if you know the plots of the films).
Because of the similarities to the films I did find that I guessed what was going to happen which was a little disappointing but to be expected I suppose.
Lastly, the spicy scenes when they're literally running for their lives seemed stupid and out of place.
Thanks to Headline | Headline Eternal for the e-arc. All opinions are my own.
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