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3.93 AVERAGE
3.93 AVERAGE
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
relaxing
tense
fast-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:
Complicated
adventurous
emotional
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
Thank you NetGalley and Minotaur Books for access to this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This. Was. SO. GOOD. Oh my gosh, once I started I genuinely couldn't stop. I was up until 2am trying to finish this, but sadly sleep won and I had to finish the next day. But wow! I loved the mystery the author created, and the little clues everywhere that helped lead to the end result, which really kept me guessing until genuine end. Rav and Vale's chemistry was intense and loving, and I love how the author progressed their relationship throughout the novel. By the end I was honestly wanting more of ALL of these characters. The author knows how to tell a joke, too, I laughed so hard I genuinely cried at points. Overall, I definitely recommend this to all.
This. Was. SO. GOOD. Oh my gosh, once I started I genuinely couldn't stop. I was up until 2am trying to finish this, but sadly sleep won and I had to finish the next day. But wow! I loved the mystery the author created, and the little clues everywhere that helped lead to the end result, which really kept me guessing until genuine end. Rav and Vale's chemistry was intense and loving, and I love how the author progressed their relationship throughout the novel. By the end I was honestly wanting more of ALL of these characters. The author knows how to tell a joke, too, I laughed so hard I genuinely cried at points. Overall, I definitely recommend this to all.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Grief, Car accident, Murder
Moderate: Mental illness, Violence, Blood, Stalking, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Kidnapping, Abandonment
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
Cute! If Law & Order was a love story.
It took a bit to get going, but ultimately I enjoyed this one a lot. I don’t often read books centering on police, so that took a bit. A cop x celeb romance is not one I ever would’ve expected to work, but it did in this.
It took a bit to get going, but ultimately I enjoyed this one a lot. I don’t often read books centering on police, so that took a bit. A cop x celeb romance is not one I ever would’ve expected to work, but it did in this.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gun violence
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:
No
Erin Dunn’s He's to Die For is an irresistible blend of murder mystery and sizzling queer romance—equal parts thrilling and heartwarming.
At the center of the story is Detective Rav Trivedi: sharp, stylish, Ivy-educated, and navigating life as a gay man of color on the NYPD. When Rav is assigned to investigate the murder of a powerful record executive, his prime suspect turns out to be none other than Jack Vale, the smoldering, magnetic frontman of a rising pop-punk band. The plot heats up as Rav and Jack’s paths intertwine—not just through the investigation, but through undeniable personal chemistry that threatens Rav’s objectivity at every turn.
Dunn masterfully balances genres here. The mystery is fast-paced and well-plotted, with enough twists and red herrings to keep readers guessing. Meanwhile, the romance unfolds with just the right blend of tension and tenderness, never shying away from the challenges these characters face in reconciling their feelings with the messy realities of their lives.
Rav is a standout protagonist—his wit, vulnerability, and relentless sense of style make him both relatable and aspirational. Jack’s portrayal, too, goes deeper than typical "bad boy rockstar" tropes, revealing layers of heart and humanity beneath the leather jacket.
Set against a vivid backdrop of New York’s music industry, He's to Die For brings energy and atmosphere to every page. The dialogue sparkles, the pacing hums, and the heat between Rav and Jack is palpable.
A few minor quibbles: the mystery occasionally edges into slightly convoluted territory, but the characters and chemistry more than make up for it. Fans of romantic suspense, queer fiction, and witty crime procedurals will find plenty to love here.
Overall, He's to Die For is a confident, sexy debut from Erin Dunn that hits all the right notes. Highly recommended for your summer reading list!
At the center of the story is Detective Rav Trivedi: sharp, stylish, Ivy-educated, and navigating life as a gay man of color on the NYPD. When Rav is assigned to investigate the murder of a powerful record executive, his prime suspect turns out to be none other than Jack Vale, the smoldering, magnetic frontman of a rising pop-punk band. The plot heats up as Rav and Jack’s paths intertwine—not just through the investigation, but through undeniable personal chemistry that threatens Rav’s objectivity at every turn.
Dunn masterfully balances genres here. The mystery is fast-paced and well-plotted, with enough twists and red herrings to keep readers guessing. Meanwhile, the romance unfolds with just the right blend of tension and tenderness, never shying away from the challenges these characters face in reconciling their feelings with the messy realities of their lives.
Rav is a standout protagonist—his wit, vulnerability, and relentless sense of style make him both relatable and aspirational. Jack’s portrayal, too, goes deeper than typical "bad boy rockstar" tropes, revealing layers of heart and humanity beneath the leather jacket.
Set against a vivid backdrop of New York’s music industry, He's to Die For brings energy and atmosphere to every page. The dialogue sparkles, the pacing hums, and the heat between Rav and Jack is palpable.
A few minor quibbles: the mystery occasionally edges into slightly convoluted territory, but the characters and chemistry more than make up for it. Fans of romantic suspense, queer fiction, and witty crime procedurals will find plenty to love here.
Overall, He's to Die For is a confident, sexy debut from Erin Dunn that hits all the right notes. Highly recommended for your summer reading list!
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders
funny
hopeful
mysterious
fast-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:
No
emotional
funny
mysterious
relaxing
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
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
fast-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