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3.13 AVERAGE
3.13 AVERAGE
I read the story and I found in some parts of the story it was hard for me to connect with the character, Lexi. The beginning of the story had Monotone feel to the narrative as she discussed in her mine all the things that happened around her. The plot of the story is a good idea for a thriller novel.
You can run from the past, but you can't hide...
Lexi has tried to move on from her heartbreaking childhood as the daughter of a heinous serial killer, Peter Graves. She's changed her name, started her own family, and has a career that she enjoys. Lexi's perfect life begins to fall apart around her when her biological mother is found dead, strangled by a red silk scarf and clutching a chess piece- the same MO as her father. Someone knows who Lexi really is, and they want to make her pay for her father's sins. Fearing that she and her daughter are in danger, Lexi flees to the only place she feels truly safe. Has she outrun the killer, or run right into a trap?
I was instantly drawn into this novel, as I have a fascination with serial killers and their MOs and rituals. I had a strong theory about who the killer was, and some back-up theories in case that one didn't pan out. I found a handful of characters very suspicious and couldn't wait to find out if I was right about any of them! I listened to the audiobook while reading the e-ARC, and the narrator had a way of making my heart pound during intense scenes. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves thrillers or likes to read about serial killers.
Lexi has tried to move on from her heartbreaking childhood as the daughter of a heinous serial killer, Peter Graves. She's changed her name, started her own family, and has a career that she enjoys. Lexi's perfect life begins to fall apart around her when her biological mother is found dead, strangled by a red silk scarf and clutching a chess piece- the same MO as her father. Someone knows who Lexi really is, and they want to make her pay for her father's sins. Fearing that she and her daughter are in danger, Lexi flees to the only place she feels truly safe. Has she outrun the killer, or run right into a trap?
I was instantly drawn into this novel, as I have a fascination with serial killers and their MOs and rituals. I had a strong theory about who the killer was, and some back-up theories in case that one didn't pan out. I found a handful of characters very suspicious and couldn't wait to find out if I was right about any of them! I listened to the audiobook while reading the e-ARC, and the narrator had a way of making my heart pound during intense scenes. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves thrillers or likes to read about serial killers.
dark
tense
medium-paced
2 stars⭐️⭐️
Living with a new identity, Lexi Jakes thought she had outrun her past. But when her biological mother is found dead, Lexi realizes that her worst nightmare is coming true. The murder scene resembles the style of infamous serial killer Peter Graves, who just so happens to be Lexi’s father. However, her daddy is in jail... so who is mimicking his style, and is Lexi next?
This book fell flat for me. I just read it a week ago and I’m struggling to remember what happened… which I think speaks for itself.
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.
Living with a new identity, Lexi Jakes thought she had outrun her past. But when her biological mother is found dead, Lexi realizes that her worst nightmare is coming true. The murder scene resembles the style of infamous serial killer Peter Graves, who just so happens to be Lexi’s father. However, her daddy is in jail... so who is mimicking his style, and is Lexi next?
This book fell flat for me. I just read it a week ago and I’m struggling to remember what happened… which I think speaks for itself.
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.
mysterious
medium-paced
It was a little slow on parts, but you could guess the killer from the start I thought. But was a good read passed an afternoon.
I was intrigued by the synopsis, I love a good serial killer thriller, so I thought I'd give the book a go.
Lexi Jakes has been hiding the fact that she's the daughter of a serial killer for so long it feels like it's just going to be like that for the rest of her life. Unfortunately for her, someone kills her biological mother using her dad's MO, forcing her to flee to keep her young daughter safe. But the killer won't let things go and won't stop until Lexi is dead.
I felt for Lexi. She was only six years old when her dad was arrested and her mum abandoned her. All of that is hard enough, but a killer is after her too hellbent on revenge and all she wants to do is keep her daughter safe. I'll be honest, it took me a bit of time to warm up to her. There were a few times I found her a little whiny.
I loved the setting of Lindisfarne aka Holy island, which gets cut off from the mainland of Britain during high tide and there's only one road off the island. It added atmosphere and excitement to the story.
We have Lexi's perspective, but alongside, we have the killer's thoughts and feelings. I always enjoy peering inside the mind of a killer, seeing their motivations for their twisted deeds and how they justify things to themselves.
I will say this was slower paced than I expected it to be, which is not a bad thing, but I was expecting a faster pace with a bit more tension.
The Serial Killer's Girl is a slow burn, character driven thriller, perfect if you're looking for a bit of escapism.
Lexi Jakes has been hiding the fact that she's the daughter of a serial killer for so long it feels like it's just going to be like that for the rest of her life. Unfortunately for her, someone kills her biological mother using her dad's MO, forcing her to flee to keep her young daughter safe. But the killer won't let things go and won't stop until Lexi is dead.
I felt for Lexi. She was only six years old when her dad was arrested and her mum abandoned her. All of that is hard enough, but a killer is after her too hellbent on revenge and all she wants to do is keep her daughter safe. I'll be honest, it took me a bit of time to warm up to her. There were a few times I found her a little whiny.
I loved the setting of Lindisfarne aka Holy island, which gets cut off from the mainland of Britain during high tide and there's only one road off the island. It added atmosphere and excitement to the story.
We have Lexi's perspective, but alongside, we have the killer's thoughts and feelings. I always enjoy peering inside the mind of a killer, seeing their motivations for their twisted deeds and how they justify things to themselves.
I will say this was slower paced than I expected it to be, which is not a bad thing, but I was expecting a faster pace with a bit more tension.
The Serial Killer's Girl is a slow burn, character driven thriller, perfect if you're looking for a bit of escapism.
It was so hard to put this book down! Who could be trusted? Who couldn't be? Soooo many possibilities! I actually figured out the right person early on and then changed my mind because there were other possible suspects! I did change it back before the end but I didn't see the father's confession coming AT ALL. I do think Lexi was over thinking the topic of telling Nate who she really is and was a little tired of that coming up but otherwise, I really enjoyed this book.
dark
mysterious
tense
Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review. The title of this book grabbed my attention and I am so glad it did, this was a dark and atmospheric thriller that I couldnt get enough of. Set on Holy Island which was remote and told from both the daughter's POV (Lexi) and her fathers POV it was so well written, Lexi is afraid someone is coming for her and her daughter and that the person is somehow related to her father. This book had me hooked from the start, I loved the feeling of something sinister going on that I needed to get to the bottom of. A perfect psychological thriller read, twisty dark and addictive. #lhstacey #theserialkillersgirl #netgalley #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #litsy #thestorygraph #amazonaustralia #bookqueen #bookstagram #thriller
dark
emotional
sad
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes