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3.61 AVERAGE
3.61 AVERAGE
My Wife, the Serial Killer is a dual POV crime comedy. Fran has just killed her elderly neighbor, but she wants you to know that he deserved it and she's not a serial killer, this is only her second murder. Fran and Gareth moved into a new neighborhood last month so Gareth could start at a new police precinct and he's convinced that there's something nefarious behind his neighbor's disappearance.
I enjoyed reading this book. There isn't anything special or that great about the writing, character, plot, etc, but there wasn't anything that bad about them. The plot was predictable and the story didn't feel super original, but once again they weren't bad either. I was entertained while reading it and that's about all I have to say about it, but sometimes that's all a book needs to be.
Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book.
I enjoyed reading this book. There isn't anything special or that great about the writing, character, plot, etc, but there wasn't anything that bad about them. The plot was predictable and the story didn't feel super original, but once again they weren't bad either. I was entertained while reading it and that's about all I have to say about it, but sometimes that's all a book needs to be.
Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book.
I got this novel as an ARC. I would give it three and a half stars. This story really started with a bang. The first chapter grabbed my attention right away!
I really enjoyed Fran's point of view and wish we had more of it throughout the story. I didn't enjoy Gareth's point of view as much. He had some good chapters, but I didn't find him as interesting.
The story was a little predictable at points, but also had a few things happen that I didn't expect. Overall, it was an enjoyable read with some good humor.
I really enjoyed Fran's point of view and wish we had more of it throughout the story. I didn't enjoy Gareth's point of view as much. He had some good chapters, but I didn't find him as interesting.
The story was a little predictable at points, but also had a few things happen that I didn't expect. Overall, it was an enjoyable read with some good humor.
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
|| Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for providing me this arc in exchange for an honest review ! ||
So let's be honest, my 3-stars-good-enough review is mostly due to the "we're trying for a baby" plot. As a childfree person, I already hate everything relating a pregnancy trope in a book, but here we get constant talk about trying for a baby, fertility test and clinics, it's a big part of like half the book... But the worst thing is that I feel like it's pointless to the story on itself, it's only a "look there's some humanity in Fran see she wants a baby!" kind of thing, and there's better way to share part of her humanity (and honestly none of them should be parent lmao).
Otherwise, it was indeed good and entertaining, even if slow. I liked the dark humour, see how much Fran is a psycho yet we're still wondering if she'll be found not guilty of the murder, as we're weirdly still hoping she won't be charged for it! I enjoyed her POV more than Gareth's, who changes a lot of also way too much and quickly (we get over a 2 months period that is easy to skim while reading, which might add to the feeling of sudden change of character).
I really enjoyed the dénouement, the ending. I wasn't chocked, disappointed, it was honestly the best and most logical thing that could have happened from what we've gathered from each main characters! The epilogue wasn't expected and kind of a fun little bonus.
So let's be honest, my 3-stars-good-enough review is mostly due to the "we're trying for a baby" plot. As a childfree person, I already hate everything relating a pregnancy trope in a book, but here we get constant talk about trying for a baby, fertility test and clinics, it's a big part of like half the book... But the worst thing is that I feel like it's pointless to the story on itself, it's only a "look there's some humanity in Fran see she wants a baby!" kind of thing, and there's better way to share part of her humanity (and honestly none of them should be parent lmao).
Otherwise, it was indeed good and entertaining, even if slow. I liked the dark humour, see how much Fran is a psycho yet we're still wondering if she'll be found not guilty of the murder, as we're weirdly still hoping she won't be charged for it! I enjoyed her POV more than Gareth's, who changes a lot of also way too much and quickly (we get over a 2 months period that is easy to skim while reading, which might add to the feeling of sudden change of character).
I really enjoyed the dénouement, the ending. I wasn't chocked, disappointed, it was honestly the best and most logical thing that could have happened from what we've gathered from each main characters! The epilogue wasn't expected and kind of a fun little bonus.
dark
funny
hopeful
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
funny
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was the year to try and read new genres and I had good feelings with this book but after finishing it? This was even better than expected!
I am going to put it right there: Fran is a gem, I would read three more books with her as a protagonist. She is funny and eloquent. Being in her mind was really entertaining. Also, I must be honest, I did struggle with Gareth at the beginning. I didn’t understand why he didn’t trust his wife (I mean, she is a killer, but he didn’t know it).
I would have loved to see more from Fran’s brother and to know more profoundly about their past. From my point of view, it was too short of an explanation to understand the impact it had in the story.
Wishing a book to be longer is not a bad think, right?
Thank you to Storm Publishing, Netgalley and H. J. Garbett for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest opinion. This book was exactly what I needed to disconnect, a quick read with a bit of intrigue!
I am going to put it right there: Fran is a gem, I would read three more books with her as a protagonist. She is funny and eloquent. Being in her mind was really entertaining. Also, I must be honest, I did struggle with Gareth at the beginning. I didn’t understand why he didn’t trust his wife (I mean, she is a killer, but he didn’t know it).
I would have loved to see more from Fran’s brother and to know more profoundly about their past. From my point of view, it was too short of an explanation to understand the impact it had in the story.
Wishing a book to be longer is not a bad think, right?
Thank you to Storm Publishing, Netgalley and H. J. Garbett for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest opinion. This book was exactly what I needed to disconnect, a quick read with a bit of intrigue!
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
ARC provided by NetGalley... My Wife, The Serial Killer was a very fun book to read. While the plot could be heavy, it was delivered in a quirky way that kept it in the dark humor realm. A murder, a potential pending divorce, and an old cat...what could possibly go wrong? I did not see the ending wrapping up as it did, so appreciated those final twists! The book was a little slow to start, but I did enjoy every moment I spent reading it. #MyWifeTheSerialKiller #NetGalley
dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
♡ this was such an unhinged story & i LOVED it ♡
thank you to H.J Garbett & Storm Publishing for an advanced reader copy of this book!
5 ⭐️
this book had the perfect mix of dark humor, chaos & secrets. i was hooked from page one and literally could not stop reading. this book was impossible to put down & has easily become one of my favorites. Garbett is an excellent writer! i have no complaints!
📖 plot & pace: the book starts off so fast with the FMC committing a murder. her husband (a detective) dives into a case.. the same his wife played a part in. it spirals from there in the most wild, witty & unpredictable way. the pacing is fast with short (but suspenseful) chapters that make it so easy to binge in one sitting.
👥 characters: the FMC is absolutely unhinged, definitely dangerous, but somehow still charming. the characters are ALL unforgettable, with sharp dialogue and a ton of personality.
🤩 tropes: morally gray characters, ride or die vibes, secret past
if you love thrillers with morally questionable characters & dark humor, this needs to be on your TBR
thank you to H.J Garbett & Storm Publishing for an advanced reader copy of this book!
5 ⭐️
this book had the perfect mix of dark humor, chaos & secrets. i was hooked from page one and literally could not stop reading. this book was impossible to put down & has easily become one of my favorites. Garbett is an excellent writer! i have no complaints!
📖 plot & pace: the book starts off so fast with the FMC committing a murder. her husband (a detective) dives into a case.. the same his wife played a part in. it spirals from there in the most wild, witty & unpredictable way. the pacing is fast with short (but suspenseful) chapters that make it so easy to binge in one sitting.
👥 characters: the FMC is absolutely unhinged, definitely dangerous, but somehow still charming. the characters are ALL unforgettable, with sharp dialogue and a ton of personality.
🤩 tropes: morally gray characters, ride or die vibes, secret past
if you love thrillers with morally questionable characters & dark humor, this needs to be on your TBR
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
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
This book took me a while to get into, but once it hooked me, I couldn’t put it down. Told from dual points of view, the sharp banter and the FMC’s inner thoughts added a lot of personality and depth to the story. There’s a lot happening throughout the plot, which adds to the chaotic energy in the best way. I found it wildly entertaining to read about a serial killer married to a cop—it’s a dynamic that kept me constantly questioning whose side I was on. Both characters made me pause and think, and I loved that. If you’re a fan of Dexter or enjoy morally complex, fast-paced reads, this one’s worth picking up.