Everyone I Love Is Dead: A Psychological Thriller

by Amber Leigh Larrain

Most of the moments in your life are inconsequential. It’s hard to hear, I know.

All the little details we obsess over—choosing to have coffee or tea, wearing a red shirt or a purple one, springing for extra guacamole— none of it matters. Sure, while you’re living it, everything feels important. We want to believe that each moment holds value, because then it means our life, our existence has value— but I won’t remember which choice I made a week from now, and neither will you.

But some split second decisions can change the whole trajectory of one’s life. And for everyone I’m around, that moment was the second they met me.


On Friday the 13th, I lost someone dear to me.

Exactly one year later, it happened again.

Over five years, I attended five funerals until everyone I loved was dead.

Now, I need to figure out who or what is doing this before I become the final victim.

234 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 13, 2026

Reviews

[Nicola Ranson · Rating 5 out of 5]

was absolutely over the moon to receive an ARC of Everyone I Love Is Dead in exchange for an honest review, and wow — this one did not disappoint.

From the very first page I was completely gripped. The story wastes no time pulling you into the FMC’s world, and I genuinely felt for her throughout the entire book. Watching her navigate loss, fear, and uncertainty kept me emotionally invested the whole way through.

The twists and turns just kept coming — every time I thought I had things figured out, something new unraveled. It made this one of those “just one more chapter” reads that quickly turns into finishing the book in one sitting because you simply can’t put it down.

Amber Leigh Larrain has truly outdone herself with this one. The pacing, tension, and emotional pull all worked beautifully together, and it left me eager to see what she writes next. I’ll definitely be picking up more of her books in the future.

If you love gripping, twisty reads that keep you hooked from start to finish, this is one you won’t want to miss.

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review of an Advance Copy from Author.
I read “Everyone I Love Is Dead” in just 24 hours because it pulled me in so quickly. From the very beginning, I felt every emotion the main character experienced. The author does an incredible job of making the reader feel connected and invested in what’s happening.

I was genuinely shocked by the ending. I didn’t see it coming until close to the end, and even then, the final twists still hit hard. The writing style really brought the story to life and kept me completely enthralled the entire time.

This is the second book I’ve read by Amber Leigh Larrain, and just like her other novel, “Blackout Girl,” it had me fully invested from start to finish. The story was both twisty and gut-wrenching, balancing suspense with deep emotion in a way that made it impossible to put down.

If you enjoy thrillers that keep you guessing while also making you feel every emotional punch, this is definitely a must-read.

[Deborah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a gifted copy by the author. Im leaving a review voluntarily and all opinions are my own.

Everyone I love is Dead is an absolute masterpiece. From start to finish, it had me completely hooked with its clever twists and gripping storyline. Just when I thought I had it figured out, the story took an unexpected turn that left me stunned.
The characters are so well written and emotionally real, making it impossible not to get invested in their lives. Larrain’s writing is sharp, suspenseful, and incredibly engaging. This is one of those books you won't be able to put down-and will keep thinking about long after you've finished.

[Renee · Rating 3 out of 5]

✨Book Review✨

🥀 Everyone I Love Is Dead by Amber Leigh Larrain

🥀 Five funerals. Five years. One phone call that shatters everything.

🥀 On March 13, 2020, Brittany’s life took a devastating turn, and it never recovered. What follows is a relentless downward spiral as loss after loss stacks up, despite her desperate attempts to protect the people she loves. Fate has other plans, and it’s brutal.

🥀 This story wastes no time, starting with a bang. The twists keep coming, making it a bingeable read.

✨Thank you @amberleighlarrain for the ARC.

OUT NOW!!
This book was published last week on March 13, 2026.

🥀✨March 13, 2026. Coincidence, I think not!

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had the opportunity to get an ARC of this book ( advanced reader copy)

The title is what pulled me in, everyone I love is dead! A girl surrounded by death. 5 funders in 5 years. I had to read it. I needed to hear this story. I’m glad I did. I could have easily read this in one day.

This is the first book I’ve read by this author. I thought the book was fast paced. It gave me enough information on the characters but not so much that I was overwhelmed. I was able to follow the story.

The ending the reveal. Let me just say this. I did not see that one coming.

Overall I think this was a fast paced easy thriller and I would recommend that you give it a try.

[Josie McKenzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review of Advanced Copy from Author.

Wow the emotions I felt during this book!! So many twist and turns. As the story unfolds you are trying to hurry to the next page to find out what could happen next. Brittany is what you think of a typically thirty something year old woman or so you think until her dark secrets come out. Tragedy after tragedy continue to unfold in her life with the positive of meeting the love of her life. You'll second guess yourself on who is the killer multiple times.

[Hemakshi · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5⭐

Received an Advance Reader Copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.

What was that?!?! Seriously!!! The premise of the book was sooo intriguing and sooo fresh. It came full circle, with it being Friday the 13th for the first death, and it being the same as the last day in the story too.

The book hooked me immediately. I absolutely abandoned all other books and arcs to read this😅 and this was my 1st read of the year. I need to get myself checked because why do I always start my year with a thriller🫠

This story is really well written, and sometimes I was wondering if that really happened. It felt like I was living with her and honestly everybody was sus😭
At many times I was thinking, "She is really not thinking straight." But grief does things to people. And death.

We meet Brittany, a deeply traumatized and a somewhat flawed person and her journey through the course of the story is one of a kind. Do read it because whoever you feel like is the "Killer", you'll be extremely wrong.

There were some moments when I thought that's cliche or this happens in a lot of thriller stories but the author really pulled off those moments🤌. This book heavily relies on grief and I thought it was shown in the most raw and engaging way.

The ending was satisfying and after reading a few more reviews in which some felt "the ending didn't make sense", I thought that 'the post' made perfect sense, that she'll be traumatized, guilt ridden for the rest of her life.

It's dark, raw, suspenseful, fast paced and perfect for a rainy evening. It again and again tells us - Every Moment Matters and What seems real may not be.

[Cindy · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC READER!

This was my 2nd time reading a psychological thriller book and oh my.. it was amazing! Five deaths within 5 years. Definitely this part made me not want to put the book down! Ik I took forever to read this but trust at least I finished :). I would recommend this book for 1st time psychological thriller readers. I love the character development as the book went on. Overall this book was great. The only downside was the fact that it took me to read which made me forget some things but not gonna lie that’s my fault for not reading the book all within a short period of time

[CATHERINE · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good book, really enjoyed it and felt very excited to be able to read it before it was published as this was my first ARC read.

I like the way it is written - very fast paced and enough detail that you understand the characters but not so much detail that you lose track of what's going on. Some psychological thrillers spend a lot of time explaining relationships and working on character development that the 'action' doesn't start until half way through the book.
However this book dives straight in and you instantly get an understanding for the characters.

I also liked how in places it feels like you are gossiping with a friend, sentences like 'I grabbed a quick banana before leaving the house', it doesn't add to the plot but it just feels like you are really there with this character setting out on their journey.

The book leaves you guessing the entire way through and the twist was impossible to guess, so a really good thriller if you don't want a predictable outcome.

SPOILER ALERT - I will be talking about the ending so do not continue reading if you are wanting it to be a surprise.

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The only reason I gave this book 4 stars instead of 5 is because I felt like we jumped / skipped / lost a lot of detail in the last chapter.
It turning out to be Ian was a great plot twist, however we went from finding out it was his sister who had died to him revealing everything.
There was no detail into how he discovered the main character was connected to his sister, and considering he wrote in his final post that he was almost estranged from that second family of his dad's, how would he have known that information?

If he never met Anna, but felt angry enough to seek revenge, it would have been good to have some kind of development of his feelings, how did he come to be so angry, how did he decide the main character was at fault, how did he even find out that information if everyone was under the impression it was an accident - and considering everyone was affected by the accident also died, where would he start asking questions to discover who the 'friend' was.
That would have been interesting to read, especially as the final post was directed at his wife, he could have gone into more detail and really dug the knife in so she felt his pain completely.

One question I also had was if he wanted her to be in pain forever - why would he reveal all of that information?
Surely leaving her to be terrified of March 13th for the rest of her life would cause more emotional damage, she would never leave the house in fear of her baby being hurt. Of course he didn't know about the baby but ending it with him feels like not the best method of revenge.

It almost would have made more impact and more sense, that he was doing all the killing, and intended to keep doing so forever, whilst playing doting husband, but he was killed by his business partner purely by coincidence on the same day she is scared of.

That also then raises the question - what were his business partners doing??
Craig wanted to speak to her, but we never found out why, and Mike was highly suspicious and definitely cutting people out of the business - it made sense to have that story line going on throughout though as it added extra people to be suspicious of.

I thought that was done very well, as it really made you guess and question all the people in her life.

However I just thought the ending was a bit too lacking in detail, and she is now free to heal from her trauma, and meet someone else who won't kill everyone she loves....

So it kind of feels like she won??
Maybe that's the point - Ian's plan didn't work out as planned.

Annnnyway - very good book, really enjoyed it and will be looking out for more books by this author.
Thank you for the opportunity and for a great story!

[Cheyenne Joy Mijdam · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Release date: Today! March 13, 2026
Everyone I Love Is Dead by Amber Leigh Larrain

First things first: thank you Amber for sending me this ARC and casually ruining March 13 for the rest of my life. Really appreciate that. Truly. I’ll never look at that date on a calendar again without side-eyeing it like it personally owes me an apology. 😅

I devoured this book. The “just one more chapter” lie turned into half the night is gone and now I’m emotionally invested in everyone’s bad decisions. Once I started, putting it down simply wasn’t an option. My brain refused. Apparently sleep is optional when fictional people are busy ruining their own lives.

Were there shocking, earth-shattering twists every two pages? No. But weirdly… it didn’t matter. Not even a little. Because the real hook here is the slow, creeping tension. The kind that sits in the room with you like an uninvited guest, quietly sharpening knives while you pretend everything is fine.

This story breathes grief, fear, and the kind of secrets that rot quietly under the floorboards until the whole house starts to smell. And once March 13 enters the picture, that date stops being a normal day. It becomes that day. The one that makes you want to lock the doors, pull the curtains, and pretend the calendar skipped it this year.

What I love about stories like this—yes, I’m aware this says something mildly concerning about my personality—is watching how people unravel. How secrets pile up. How trust slowly cracks until everyone starts looking suspicious. Even the people you want to believe.

And the characters… oh, they will test your patience. Some of them will make you sad. Some will make you suspicious. And some will make you want to reach through the pages and shake them while asking, “Are you serious right now?” Possibly followed by a well-deserved punch.

But that’s the magic of it. You’re not just reading. You’re hovering behind them like a nosy ghost, trying to crawl inside their heads, trying to understand why on earth they’re making the choices they’re making—and what exactly they’re hiding.

I won’t say anything about the ending because I’m not the kind of reader who enjoys ruining that moment for someone else. Some things deserve to unfold slowly and painfully on their own.

So yes. Five stars. Five “I’m avoiding March 13 forever” stars. ⭐️

If you enjoy dark, tense stories filled with grief, secrets, and the creeping feeling that nobody is telling the full truth… pick this up.

Just don’t be surprised when March 13 suddenly feels like a date you’d rather skip. Every. Single. Year.

[Pav S. (pav_sanborn_bookworm) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh, my goodness! What have I gotten myself into?!? Five funerals in five years? This is my second book by Amber, and honestly, this one is easily my favorite! She really nailed it!

It begins with the tragic loss of Brittany's friend Katie, followed by her parents, then her sister, and then... But the lingering question is, will Brittany be next? To uncover the twists and turns of this gripping tale, make sure to add this book to your reading list or pre-order it; you won't believe how everything unfolds!

Brittany has so much on her plate that you can’t help but empathize with her struggles. I can’t even begin to imagine what it must be like to be her! I mean, losing someone close on the 13th of each year? That's like a nightmare come to life. You can feel the weight of the tragedies piling up, and all you want is for it to stop or for Brittany to wake up! It’s a lot to take in, but it made the book incredibly hard to put down!

We briefly meet characters like Katie, Melissa, and Ian; some will resonate with you, while others might surprise you. There’s nothing quite like having someone close to you hiding deep, dark secrets that are bound to come out and leave you reeling! And let’s not forget sweet Rosco—he provides a dose of comfort amidst the growing tension in the story.

I felt overwhelmed, troubled, and confused as I tried to untangle the web of events. What on earth is happening? Brittany has so much to deal with, and the story is just getting started! So, buckle up, buttercup, because this plot is relentless until the very end! This is one of those books that will make you want to toss your Kindle and shout, because seriously??? I never saw the perpetrator or the ending coming! Bravo!

The story, the emotions, and everything that goes wrong felt so real, as if I were watching someone's life unravel right before my eyes! This book is for anyone who enjoys dark humor, wild situations where everything goes horribly wrong, and more twists and turns than you can handle. I was holding my breath, my head was spinning, but this was an incredibly twisted read! If you'll excuse me, I need to grab some good luck charms to keep the darkness from these pages at bay!

Thank you, Amber, for the DRC copy. It was my honor to be on your ARC team. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[TJ Wynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone I Love Is Dead by Amber Leigh Larrain is dark, unsettling, and impossible to look away from. The story opens on March 13, 2020, right as the pandemic shutdown begins, and introduces us to Brittany, or Britt. At this point in her life, things are genuinely good. She has a solid career in advertising, she is newly dating a man named Ian, and she seems content and optimistic about where her life is headed. That sense of normalcy is shattered almost immediately when, during a phone call with her best friend, Britt overhears her friend being brutally murdered. From that moment on, the book takes a sharp turn into something far more disturbing.

That horrific opening sets off a chain of events that unfolds over the next five years, during which someone close to Britt dies again and again, perfectly living up to the title. Watching this pattern emerge is both fascinating and horrifying, especially as Britt tries to keep moving forward with her life while death keeps circling her. This was a very fast read for me, largely because the pacing never lets up. Early on, I kept wondering how the author could possibly stretch this premise without it becoming repetitive, but the story continues to evolve in ways I genuinely did not expect.

There are moments in this book that are truly twisted, the kind that make you pause and say “what did I just read?” yet somehow still want to keep going. By the time I reached the end, I was fully shocked, unsettled, and impressed. The writing is sharp, the structure works beautifully, and the story commits fully to its darkness.

I was fortunate to receive an ARC of this book, and I am absolutely planning to check out more of Amber Leigh Larrain’s work. This review is left voluntarily.

[Sabrina Bailey · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an advanced copy of this book from the author.

4.5 🌟

Everyone I Love Is Dead by Amber Leigh Larrain is a raw, emotionally layered story about grief, trauma, and the quiet unraveling that happens when loss keeps stacking up faster than the heart can handle it. This book doesn’t just explore sorrow, it immerses you in it.

At the center of the story is the MC, whose world fractures piece by piece as she loses five people she loves. Each loss hits differently — some sudden, some complicated, some wrapped in guilt, some soaked in anger — and Larrain does an incredible job showing how grief is never linear. It’s messy. It’s repetitive. It’s exhausting.

The supporting characters weave in and out of her life during these tragedies; friends, lovers, family members, and while some of them disappear almost as quickly as they arrive, that almost mirrors the instability of her world. However, this is also where the book loses half a star for me. There were moments where side characters felt like they had significant emotional weight, only to fade out without full development. Certain scenes felt a bit dry or emotionally restrained, and I found myself craving deeper dialogue or more layered interactions in those spots.

That said, the cumulative impact of losing five people is devastating in the best literary way. You feel the heaviness building. The paranoia. The question of whether she’s cursed, unlucky, or somehow responsible. The pacing quietly lulls you into thinking you understand what kind of story this is, a grief memoir in fictional form, and then the ending flips everything.

That twist? Absolutely no one saw it coming.

It reframes the losses. It reframes the narrator. It forces you to rethink every chapter before it. It’s not just shocking, it’s completely unsettling in a way that lingers long after you close the book. The final pages elevate the entire story and make the earlier restraint feel intentional.

Overall, this is a haunting exploration of love and loss that balances bleakness with introspection. It’s not flashy. It’s not overly dramatic. It’s heavy in a quiet, suffocating way. While some sections felt slightly dry and a few characters could have been fleshed out more, the emotional payoff and jaw-dropping ending absolutely deliver.

If you enjoy psychologically layered stories about grief with a twist that makes you sit in silence afterward, this one is worth the read.

[Katie M Lundberg · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received an advance copy of Everyone I Love Is Dead in exchange for an honest review.

The premise is compelling and immediately drew me in. The storyline is intriguing, the tone is appropriately dark, and several of the twists genuinely worked for me—I was engaged and curious to see how everything would unfold. As a psychological thriller, it has a solid hook and sustained tension throughout much of the book.

However, the execution didn’t quite come together in a satisfying way. There were details that felt left unexplained, characters who appeared briefly and then vanished without clear purpose, and background elements that seemed important but were never fully developed. I found myself wanting more depth and clarity to make the story feel cohesive. Unfortunately, the ending felt flat compared to the buildup, leaving more unanswered questions than intentional ambiguity.

That said, I still enjoyed this more than many popular thrillers in the genre—certainly more than any Freida McFadden book I’ve read. The ideas here are stronger, and the twists felt more thoughtful, even if the follow-through wasn’t always there.

Overall, this is a solid, readable psychological thriller with a strong premise and engaging moments, but it would have benefited from tighter plotting and a more impactful conclusion or cliffhanger. Worth a read for genre fans, especially those looking for something a step above formulaic thrillers.

[Kelly Tyrakowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone I Loved Is Dead immediately pulled me in because the action begins right away, making it nearly impossible to put down. From the start, the story moves quickly and keeps the reader constantly questioning what is really happening and who can be trusted. It truly feels like a roller coaster ride—just when you think you know which character is responsible, the focus shifts, keeping the suspense high and the plot binding from beginning to end.

One of the most impactful aspects of the book is how accurately it captures life during the COVID pandemic. As a teacher, I found the depiction of teaching during that time to be spot-on and highly relatable. The author does an excellent job portraying the emotional and physical side effects of the pandemic, including isolation, discomfort in public settings, mask-wearing, weight gain, and unhealthy coping habits. These details made the story feel realistic and personal.

The suspense is constant, and I found myself unable to stop reading because I needed to know who was behind what was happening to Brittany. The combination of fast pacing, relatable real-world experiences, and constant twists makes Everyone I Loved Is Dead a gripping and memorable read that I would highly recommend.

[Tiffany LaValla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Release Date: March 13, 2026
Pre-order: Now Available

I had the opportunity to read Everyone I Love Is Dead by Amber Leigh Larrain as an ARC, and wow — what a fast-paced psychological thriller! This was a quick, gripping read packed with twist after twist that kept me fully locked in from start to finish.

Brittany’s world comes crashing down when everyone she loves ends up dead or murdered — including her husband. As devastating as her reality becomes, the driving questions are impossible to ignore: Why is this happening, and who is behind it all?

From the very first pages, the story pulls you into a chilling mystery surrounding the killer’s identity. Just when you think you have it figured out, the narrative shifts and leaves you questioning everything. The final plot twist completely blindsided me — it was the last person I expected, and I love when a thriller can genuinely surprise me like that.

Amber Leigh Larrain delivers a suspenseful, emotionally charged story that thriller fans will absolutely devour. If you enjoy psychological thrillers that keep you guessing until the very last page, this one deserves a spot on your must-read list.

10/10 — I already cannot wait to see what Amber writes next!

[Vida · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow wow wow what a rollercoaster or emotions! From the very beginning the story was gripping and kept me on my toes. First the sadness, then the suspense, then the thrill, and the twists along the way. I did have an inkling of what the final twist was going to be, I just did not know it was going to be revealed, and it did actually surprise me!

The story starts off on March 13, 2020 with the story of Brittany's life. On that day tragedy hits, and then four more happen. The level of anxiety, fear, and paranoia that Brittany is living in is incapacitating. Not only does she lose her loved ones, she also looses her job and most chances of socializing with people. An up and coming reporter, eventually reaches out to Brittany asking her to tell her side of the story. Brittany is hesitant at first but with the desire to finally put this whole chapter behind her, she finally agrees. But is her agreement to make her version of the story public actually just put her in more danger of tragedy continuing to follow her?

Thank you to the author, Amber, for the the opportunity to receive a gifted ARC of her book!

[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book grabs you by the throat from the very first paragraph and does not let go. What starts as a quiet, almost philosophical reflection on the small, meaningless choices we make in life twists into something dark, chilling, and unforgettable.

The premise is razor-sharp: moments don’t usually matter… until one does. And in this story, the moment you meet the narrator becomes a death sentence. The repeating tragedy tied to Friday the 13th is haunting, and the slow accumulation of loss—five funerals, five years—hits with emotional weight, not just shock value.

What really shines is the voice. It’s intimate, unsettling, and painfully self-aware. You feel the grief, the paranoia, and the creeping dread of realizing you might be the common denominator. The mystery builds steadily, with a constant sense that time is running out—and that the answer may be worse than the question.

Dark, smart, and deeply unsettling in the best way. If you love thrillers that make you question fate, coincidence, and the cost of survival, this one is a must-read. 🖤📖

[Patricia · Rating 4 out of 5]

If everyone close to you died, year after year, on the same day, would you believe you were cursed? Brittany certainly does, and most people don't believe that - until after one too many deaths - they do. And the nail in the coffin (so to speak) is when her partner dies. Not a spoiler, because come on, you know he's going to!

Up until this point, the book read like a dark cozy to me (is that a new genre?), and what kept me invested was the setting that takes place in the next town over from me in southern NJ and all the place names I recognized. But then, a podcaster decides to get to produce the story through a series of interviews with Brittany, and that's when it gets really interesting. Brittany doesn't know who to trust, if the podcast is opening her up to a social media nightmare, or if the killer is coming for her next.

I read this in one day because I had to get to the conclusion, and the ending was worth the read!

Thank you to the author for an advance reader's copy, and Amber, I hope to see you at the Collingswood Book Festival this year (IYKYK!)

[jenny is reading again · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you’re looking for a fast, addictive thriller that pulls you out of a reading slump, this one absolutely delivers. At under 300 pages, it’s such an easy read. The kind of popcorn thriller you fly through in a single sitting. The pacing is relentless, the tension builds quickly, and it genuinely keeps your heart racing the entire time.

The twists and turns are perfectly executed. Just when you think you’ve figured things out, the story shifts again. The narrator is wonderfully unreliable. Every character feels suspicious, and that constant uncertainty makes the mystery even more gripping.

What I loved most is how quickly it hooks you. There’s no slow build, the stakes are clear from the start, and the story moves at a pace that makes it hard to put down. If you’re in a reading slump and need something short, sharp, and bingeable, this is an easy recommendation.

And if you’re a fan of Freida McFadden style thrillers, you’re going to devour this one. It has that same addictive, twisty energy that keeps you flipping pages long past when you meant to stop reading.

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was fortunate to receive an advanced reading copy of this book from the author. From the get-go, the style of writing really brought me in and kept me wanting more. I enjoyed the plot from the start. Our FMC Brittany has been to 5 funerals in five years. All the people that she loved the most, and were closest to, passed away on the same day year after year. It was an emotional roller coaster where she was at the point she didn't want to let anybody whom she cared about out of her sight. The chapters were emotionally driven. You see her and her boyfriend turned husband through the years and how they each react and handle the horrors. The introduction of Kelly and Hank, the podcaster/journalist and her boyfriend, wasn't flowing as much as I would've liked it to.

I didn't see the ending coming, however I would've liked it to be handled a little differently. But overall, a solid book to add to your shelf to enjoy. Thank you again Amber Larrain for giving me this sneak peek.

[Lacia Heckler · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you so much to Amber for giving me the opportunity to be an ARC reader. I devoured this quick pretty quickly, as it was fun read. I'd consider it pretty fast paced, yet is able to keep you questioning the characters' motives. I also really appreciated how the MC's grief was captured and permeated the story throughout.
That being said, while I enjoyed the book, it was certainly not among my favorites. I found some moments in the story to be too far-fetched and unrealistic. The MC was a bit melodramatic at times, more than one would expect from someone suffering with PTSD. That could just be my interpretation though. It doesn't keep you questioning everything, as a thriller should. However, there seemed to be some issues that were left unresolved that I feel like could have been, or otherwise explained better.
Overall, I would recommend as a quick, fun read. The concept was intriguing and the twist, well-executed.

[Armando Ramirez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amber Leigh Larrain delivers an engaging and clever thriller in Everyone I Love Is Dead. The first third of the book instantly hooked me, fast-paced, intriguing, and full of the kind of tension that makes it hard to put down. However, once the story transitioned to the podcast element, the pacing slowed noticeably. The narrative continued to develop in interesting ways, but it lacked some of the momentum that made the beginning so captivating.That said, the final chapters completely redeemed any earlier lull. The tension ramps back up, and the conclusion ties everything together beautifully, leaving you questioning whether you might have overlooked subtle clues earlier on. It’s a smart and satisfying payoff that lingers after the last page.Overall, this was a genuinely enjoyable read. A witty, layered thriller perfect for readers who love unraveling mysteries that keep them thinking long after they’re done.

[Sherry James · Rating 5 out of 5]

First of all thank you so much to the author for the advanced copy of this amazing thriller. This review is 100% my own opinion and in no way based on receiving the free copy.

I love a good twist, I love when I can not predict whats about to happen and this one has it all! I kept turning the pages because I had to know what happened and let me just say jaw dropped when the biggest twist was revealed. I never saw it coming. I was trying to figure it out the entire time and nope didnt have a clue.

The FMC has been through so much with all the death in her life and when she was stressing I was stressing because I felt anxious right along with her! Everytime something happened i was a little afraid to turn the page and find out what happened next (even though i also had to know!)🤣 how did the author make me feel anxious with her?! No idea but I loved every second of it! Cannot wait to read more from Amber.

[The Bookish Lumpia · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was dark, emotional, and surprisingly thought-provoking. Everyone I Love Is Dead pulls you straight into the main character’s grief and loneliness, and it doesn’t shy away from the uncomfortable parts of loss.

What I liked most was how raw the emotions felt. The writing really captures what it’s like to carry pain while still trying to move forward. At times it’s heavy and unsettling, but that’s also what makes it powerful.

The story isn’t fast-paced, but it keeps you invested because you want to understand the character’s mind and how everything will unfold. Some moments felt a little slow for me, which is why it’s a solid 4 stars instead of 5.

Overall, this is a haunting and introspective read about grief, survival, and the complicated ways people cope with loss.

If you enjoy darker, emotional stories that really get inside a character’s head, this one might be for you. 🩷✨

Happy Pub Day and Congratulations, Amber!!

[Tracey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brittany has attended five funerals in five years for loved ones that all died on the 13th of March. Each year, just before that date, she gets anxious and wants to protect those she loves in case one of them is next.

What if the next death is hers? Who is behind this sick and twisted 'event' each year???

Sometimes, seemingly small decisions we make change the path of our future....

Loved this book! I was fully invested in why these deaths were occurring every year on the same date. Wtf? Who could be doing this and why? I felt Brittany's anxiety and pain. It was heart-wrenching. I was suspicious of so many people 🤣. My thoughts and theories were rampant. THAT ending though... 👀 - you got me real good Amber, didn't see that coming.

Thanks Amber, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and happy I got you as my Author! Your writing is descriptive - I could 'see' the character's and 'feel' the scenes. You wove a brilliant path of destruction and fast-paced tension.

[Kellie- SpicedTeaandChapters · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a compelling story right from the start. I loved the premise and how fast-paced everything was. The plot unfolded with real tension, and there were twists I genuinely didn’t see coming. It kept me turning the pages because I needed to know what was going to happen next.

I did feel like a few details could’ve been explored a bit more, and there were some elements in the storyline that I would’ve loved to see developed further. With just a little more depth in those areas, it could have been even more impactful.

That said, I still really enjoyed the read, and the ending was such a nice surprise. It tied things together in a satisfying way and left me thinking about it afterward. Overall, this was a strong psychological thriller, and I’m definitely looking forward to reading more from this author!

[Cathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an advance copy of this book from the author in return for my honest review.

I loved this book for start to finish. I started it this morning and finished it just now. I could not put it down. Brittany had a whole lot of mental issues that she needed help with. Ian had that much and more. Everyone Brittany loved died, six people, in five years, all on the exact same day. You became even more messed up. She was so paranoid to leave the house, she wanted everyone with her, yet they still died. This all took place before the first chapter.

I thought it was very well written. I didn't find any slow spots. I thought the characters were great. The end came out of no where. I thought it was someone else the whole time. I can't wait to read more of her books.

[Terri Lyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Five deaths. Five funerals. From the very beginning, Brittany’s story pulls you in. She’s losing at least one loved one every year, and the weight of that grief is impossible to ignore. You can’t help but wonder how one person can endure so much — or whether something more sinister is happening.

The suspense builds steadily, and I found myself turning pages quickly, trying to piece together the truth. The mix of emotion, mystery, and tension kept me fully invested.

This was my first book by this author, and I’m definitely interested in reading more. I also kept thinking how compelling it would be to see a companion novel told from the killer’s perspective. There’s so much room to explore that angle.

[Jennifer Mitchenor · Rating 3 out of 5]

I went into Everyone I Love Is Dead really excited, and overall it was an okay read for me. I will say, I finished it in a day, so it definitely kept me turning pages. The writing was solid and definitely a step above what I’d compare to a typical Freida McFadden-style thriller, but the story itself felt a little hokey and pretty far-fetched at times. Some of the twists required a big suspension of disbelief — especially when it came to how the killer supposedly figured everything out. That part didn’t quite land for me.

That said, it was entertaining and kept me engaged, even if I occasionally rolled my eyes. If you like dramatic, twist-heavy thrillers that don’t take themselves too seriously, you’ll probably enjoy this more than I did.