Reviews - The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club

542 reviews for:

The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club

Gloria Chao

3.72 AVERAGE

caitlin29's review against another edition

3.0

adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

A mystery with a twist.

Kathryn learns that her too-good-to-be-true boyfriend is just that —too good to be true.

Not only is he cheating on her, but he's doing it with two other women.

Gloria Chao introduces us to a sweet, naive and insecure Kathryn who is head over heels for her beau Tucker and is crushed when she learns she's not his only love. But she twists us.

Kathryn meets Olivia and Elle, and soon they become a trio bent on revenge. Chao deftly unites the women in funny and unique conversations as they all come to terms with betrayal and decide how to move forward.

In the three women we see a range of archetypes and personalities -- all drawing us in-- and then the mystery begins when they find Tucker's body and their revenge plot makes them prime suspects.

The book is hilarious, mysterious and empowering all at once. I really loved these women.

I also did not solve it first! So kudos for that.

amytstults's review against another edition

3.0

funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

shan_mckin's review against another edition

3.5

funny medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

bekah1210's review against another edition

4.5

funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

elsie_s's review against another edition

4.5

adventurous emotional mysterious medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

bookishretriever's review against another edition

2.25

funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is a funny and lighthearted take on a murder mystery. Gloria Chao gives us three women who discover they have all been dating the same man, and just as they are plotting revenge, they find his dead body. What follows is a chaotic mix of undercover schemes, awkward lies, and some surprisingly genuine friendship.

This book does not take itself too seriously, which makes it easy to enjoy. The tone is playful, and the humor works well throughout. The premise is a bit over the top, and some moments definitely stretch reality, but that is part of what makes it fun. The story leans more into the comedy than the mystery, and while I would have liked a bit more suspense or unexpected twists, it still kept me engaged.

I figured out the killer before the ending, so the reveal did not hit as hard as it could have. Even so, it was entertaining to watch how the characters pieced everything together. Their banter and ridiculous plans were the real highlight of the book.

If you are looking for a quick read that does not demand too much and makes you laugh, this is a great choice. It is perfect for summer or a vacation when you want something easy and upbeat. This book is not meant to be taken too seriously, and that is exactly what makes it an enjoyable escape.