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3.38 AVERAGE
3.38 AVERAGE
dark
funny
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Loved it (rounded up)
Okay, I'm not quite sure how to write this review. There was a lot I liked and some I didn't, so I think I'll just break it down that way.
What I liked:
-Never underestimate a group of women with a central cause. All of the women in this story have been wronged by men in some way and band together to get revenge on their man together. They work together and while not all of their revenge tactics work out the way they hope, they don't back down or stop trying. Women looking out for women and supporting other women is always great.
-The internal monologue and banter/dry wit of Sally the FMC. She keeps chalking it up to being British, but, honestly, I'm the same way and I'm not British. So, that kind of dry humor is right in the sweet spot for me. I found the book to be quite hilarious.
-How each of the women didn't just "lie down and take it." They did something about it. Granted, I don't condone some of the things they did, but knowing your worth and realizing you don't have to stand by and be a doormat for anyone while also realizing it's not weakness to ask for help from those around you is great.
What I didn't like:
-If you're going to use a title like this, then there *𝓱𝓪𝓼* to be some sort of WHMS-ness to the book. There's literally 1 line when Harry and Sally are on their first date where they have a laugh about it and that's it!
-How obsessive Sally was with Harry. I mean, he conned her and and got her revenge but even after she got back what he took from her, she was like a dog with a bone and kept at him. She also kept coming back to this 𝒸𝑜𝓃𝓃𝑒𝒸𝓉𝒾𝑜𝓃 that they had, when she was just a mark and he was just a con. One night of good sex a connection does not make.
Thank you, Lucy Roth and Netgalley for the ARC.
Okay, I'm not quite sure how to write this review. There was a lot I liked and some I didn't, so I think I'll just break it down that way.
What I liked:
-Never underestimate a group of women with a central cause. All of the women in this story have been wronged by men in some way and band together to get revenge on their man together. They work together and while not all of their revenge tactics work out the way they hope, they don't back down or stop trying. Women looking out for women and supporting other women is always great.
-The internal monologue and banter/dry wit of Sally the FMC. She keeps chalking it up to being British, but, honestly, I'm the same way and I'm not British. So, that kind of dry humor is right in the sweet spot for me. I found the book to be quite hilarious.
-How each of the women didn't just "lie down and take it." They did something about it. Granted, I don't condone some of the things they did, but knowing your worth and realizing you don't have to stand by and be a doormat for anyone while also realizing it's not weakness to ask for help from those around you is great.
What I didn't like:
-If you're going to use a title like this, then there *𝓱𝓪𝓼* to be some sort of WHMS-ness to the book. There's literally 1 line when Harry and Sally are on their first date where they have a laugh about it and that's it!
-How obsessive Sally was with Harry. I mean, he conned her and and got her revenge but even after she got back what he took from her, she was like a dog with a bone and kept at him. She also kept coming back to this 𝒸𝑜𝓃𝓃𝑒𝒸𝓉𝒾𝑜𝓃 that they had, when she was just a mark and he was just a con. One night of good sex a connection does not make.
Thank you, Lucy Roth and Netgalley for the ARC.
dark
funny
tense
T.W. Domestic/sexual abuse
Yep, as expected, this book was bloody GREAT. There was something so fresh and exciting about this one and I couldn’t get enough!
When Sally Killed Harry is the most brilliant feminist revenge thriller you could imagine. It effortlessly blends some light rom com elements with those of a compelling psychological thriller to create a whole new genre for itself, and I absolutely adored it. It’s funny, it’s dark, it’s twisted, but you will be rooting for Sally from start to finish!
Not only do we see a group of women get revenge on the men who have hurt them, the men who have abused them, but we also learn of a darker layer in Sally’s character which was brilliantly explored. The truth about her past was horrific and emotional. You’ll be laughing one minute, fiercely gripped the next and maybe tearing up a little after that!
It’s a completely thrilling, clever and addictive read. Perfect for fans of Dexter!
Yep, as expected, this book was bloody GREAT. There was something so fresh and exciting about this one and I couldn’t get enough!
When Sally Killed Harry is the most brilliant feminist revenge thriller you could imagine. It effortlessly blends some light rom com elements with those of a compelling psychological thriller to create a whole new genre for itself, and I absolutely adored it. It’s funny, it’s dark, it’s twisted, but you will be rooting for Sally from start to finish!
Not only do we see a group of women get revenge on the men who have hurt them, the men who have abused them, but we also learn of a darker layer in Sally’s character which was brilliantly explored. The truth about her past was horrific and emotional. You’ll be laughing one minute, fiercely gripped the next and maybe tearing up a little after that!
It’s a completely thrilling, clever and addictive read. Perfect for fans of Dexter!
Content Warnings
Minor: Domestic abuse, Sexual assault
challenging
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
We have all had dates go poorly, but this is a bit extreme. Or is it? I introduce you to Sally and the support group of women who meet at the church. What could be more innocent? This dark tale of revenge provided a cathartic way for each of these women to deal with the toxic men in their lives.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for the advance copy. All opinions are my own.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
When Sally Killed Harry is a razor-sharp crime novel that blends high-stakes revenge with a scathing critique of misogyny and violence against women. It’s fast-paced, utterly absorbing, and laced with a simmering rage that feels all too real.
As someone who loves a good revenge narrative (especially one featuring a morally ambiguous female serial killer), this book checked a lot of boxes for me. Sally is a fascinating protagonist, and her story is as compelling as it is brutal. But while I was hooked from start to finish, I did have a few gripes. The first-person perspective keeps us locked in Sally’s head, which makes the other women in her orbit feel a bit underdeveloped. The decision to withhold key details about Sally’s past felt unnecessary—her trauma is a driving force, so why not lay it all out upfront? And while I can suspend disbelief for a good revenge fantasy, the ease with which everyone avoids consequences made the ending feel a little too neat. A few moments of levity might have added some contrast to all the darkness, but this book is relentless in its tone.
That said, I absolutely devoured it. If you love a dark, vengeful heroine and stories that push moral boundaries, When Sally Killed Harry is a must-read.
A huge thank you to Lucy Roth, Avon Books UK, and NetGalley for the advanced copy! When Sally Killed Harry hits shelves on March 27, 2025—don’t miss it!
As someone who loves a good revenge narrative (especially one featuring a morally ambiguous female serial killer), this book checked a lot of boxes for me. Sally is a fascinating protagonist, and her story is as compelling as it is brutal. But while I was hooked from start to finish, I did have a few gripes. The first-person perspective keeps us locked in Sally’s head, which makes the other women in her orbit feel a bit underdeveloped. The decision to withhold key details about Sally’s past felt unnecessary—her trauma is a driving force, so why not lay it all out upfront? And while I can suspend disbelief for a good revenge fantasy, the ease with which everyone avoids consequences made the ending feel a little too neat. A few moments of levity might have added some contrast to all the darkness, but this book is relentless in its tone.
That said, I absolutely devoured it. If you love a dark, vengeful heroine and stories that push moral boundaries, When Sally Killed Harry is a must-read.
A huge thank you to Lucy Roth, Avon Books UK, and NetGalley for the advanced copy! When Sally Killed Harry hits shelves on March 27, 2025—don’t miss it!
adventurous
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This sounded like a fun little story I could get behind. However, I ended up DNFing it at 33%. I did not connect with any of the characters or the story. While I know the title gives away the plot the it might have been better to keep us guessing rather than have the catchy title. I’m all for female rage but Sally’s rage after Harry wrk ged her felt childish to me and made it even harder to connect with her character.
Thank you to Netgally for providing this ARC.
dark
funny
sad
medium-paced
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Wish I could post a video of my facial expressions while reading this dark & twisty thriller! This book is for those that have been wronged, and wanted to take revenge....but only fantasized about it.
What to expect:
- LOL hilarious
- Dark humor
- Revenge
- Justifiable homicide?
Thank you Avon Books for granting me an ARC! All opinions are my own and not influenced by the publisher.
What to expect:
- LOL hilarious
- Dark humor
- Revenge
- Justifiable homicide?
Thank you Avon Books for granting me an ARC! All opinions are my own and not influenced by the publisher.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Cursing, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Gaslighting, Alcohol
Minor: Sexual content
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes