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3.61 AVERAGE
3.61 AVERAGE
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
So, this was definitely an interesting read. I really like the plot and getting into it I was thoroughly gripped on what would happen next. I found the characters to be really interesting and had a fair bit of depth and the slow reveal of information was enough to keep me engaged.
That being said, I did expect it to have a bit more of a comedy aspect. It was definitely there at times and I liked the sharp snappy relationship but I found that as it got more into the book it got a bit less funny and more angsty. Which was all okay but I wasn't expecting it at all which threw me for a moment to readjust my expectations.
Overall, though, ignoring that there would definitely be some issues with the intricacies of policing if this was real, it was a good read and I enjoyed the drama.
Favourite Quote - Hmm, now, that was quite serial killer of me, wasn't it?
Favourite Character - Meb
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fans of Bella Mackie and How to kill your family will devour this book.
This book just kept giving. Light-hearted enough to read in any mood, a strong plot to keep the pages turning quickly and interesting characters who are a delightful level of f*cked up.
My Wife, The Serial Killer is a fantastic beach/plane/train read.
Warning: you will be rooting for the killer so leave your moral quandaries at the door.
This book just kept giving. Light-hearted enough to read in any mood, a strong plot to keep the pages turning quickly and interesting characters who are a delightful level of f*cked up.
My Wife, The Serial Killer is a fantastic beach/plane/train read.
Warning: you will be rooting for the killer so leave your moral quandaries at the door.
funny
reflective
tense
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:
Complicated
I was so intrigued with the title of the book that I just had to read it. I'm so thankful that I did because this was a type of romance novel that is a little out of the box. Following the marriage and love between a police constable and his serial killer wife, and all of the messy details which are bound to follow.
The pros in the novel were so hilarious and insightful into each of the main characters psyches that you really felt like you were looking through their eyes at the same problem in the center. Their perspectives were so very different, and yet they're constant desire to get back to each other was touching.
Will the police officer have the moral compass pointing towards his duties as an officer or as a husband? Will the serial killer wife be able to cover her tracks enough that she won't be a suspect?
Right from the very beginning you have so many questions as a reader. I got sucked right in
I will definitely be recommending this book to others who are looking for a interesting , entertaining and ultimately enjoyable read.
The pros in the novel were so hilarious and insightful into each of the main characters psyches that you really felt like you were looking through their eyes at the same problem in the center. Their perspectives were so very different, and yet they're constant desire to get back to each other was touching.
Will the police officer have the moral compass pointing towards his duties as an officer or as a husband? Will the serial killer wife be able to cover her tracks enough that she won't be a suspect?
Right from the very beginning you have so many questions as a reader. I got sucked right in
I will definitely be recommending this book to others who are looking for a interesting , entertaining and ultimately enjoyable read.
A unique read - it almost feels like its own genre. A humorous thriller - something different for sure!
My Wife, The Serial Killer opens with Fran having just committed her second murder. This one, however, is close to home as it just so happens to be her neighbor. What's worse - her husband, Gareth, is a detective assigned to the missing person's case for the same neighbor. Fran struggles to keep things under wraps as her husband investigates, believing things arent as simple as they seem.
I loved the first half of this book. It was funny, gripping, and kept you on your toes! I loved having the point of views switch between Fran and Gareth, giving you a look at everything from both sides. My enjoyment started to wane as it went on - the humor was sparse, and the trial seemed to drag on - but the ending was worth it. Overall, enjoyable read!
My Wife, The Serial Killer opens with Fran having just committed her second murder. This one, however, is close to home as it just so happens to be her neighbor. What's worse - her husband, Gareth, is a detective assigned to the missing person's case for the same neighbor. Fran struggles to keep things under wraps as her husband investigates, believing things arent as simple as they seem.
I loved the first half of this book. It was funny, gripping, and kept you on your toes! I loved having the point of views switch between Fran and Gareth, giving you a look at everything from both sides. My enjoyment started to wane as it went on - the humor was sparse, and the trial seemed to drag on - but the ending was worth it. Overall, enjoyable read!
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
My Wife, the Serial Killer is a strange, darkly humorous ride that feels like it’s trying to balance thriller, satire, and domestic drama all at once—and sometimes it pulls it off, sometimes it doesn’t. The premise alone is enough to hook you: a husband realizing his wife may be far more dangerous than he ever imagined. There's something refreshing about the book’s offbeat voice and dry wit, and I did enjoy the morally murky vibe and slow spiral into madness.
But while the story had its moments—some sharp lines, eerie imagery, and a few well-paced reveals—I couldn’t help feeling like it was a bit uneven. Some sections dragged, especially in the middle, and the tone occasionally shifted so suddenly it pulled me out of the narrative. I didn’t always feel fully invested in the characters, which made the stakes feel a little muted despite the high-concept plot.
Still, it's an entertaining and unconventional read that doesn’t quite deliver a knockout punch but leaves an impression with its originality. A solid one for fans of quirky psychological fiction—just go in knowing it’s more of a slow burn than a blood-spattered thrill ride.
dark
funny
mysterious
reflective
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:
Yes
Entertaining from the first sentence, My Wife the Serial Killer is a comedy-horror-thriller that explores that dreaded feeling that perhaps you can't trust the person you love, and maybe you never truly knew them. My Wife the Serial Killer doesn't just focus on the strained marriage of Fran and Gareth, but looks at both their lives from different points; Gareth is stuck in the present, wanting to be more ambitious and firm but too cautious to rock the boat, not entirely convinced he knows what his future should be. Fran is trapped in the past and her childhood trauma, letting it consume all aspects of her life in order to enact vengeance. But will vengeance actually give her the peace she craves?
Hooked from the start, MWTSK does start to peter out about 2/3 of the way through - a lot of the things that happen could have been resolved with (yep, you guessed it) ✨communication✨ - however, Garbett hooks you back in with a back story and a final ultimatum that really tests how strong a relationship can be. There's not a huge amount of character development, and any found goes in a very dark direction, but sometimes it's a nice change to see someone become their worst self - we can all aspire to be murdering psychopaths 🥰
My Wife the Serial Killer is available now!
Thanks to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for ARC access!
🩸 Bookish Thoughts
I absolutely LOVED My Wife, the Serial Killer. I did immersive reading this round, and I don’t think I would’ve enjoyed this as much without the audiobook. The narration brought so much life to the story. I went in expecting a dark humor horror vibe, but it surprised me with so much more.
I absolutely LOVED My Wife, the Serial Killer. I did immersive reading this round, and I don’t think I would’ve enjoyed this as much without the audiobook. The narration brought so much life to the story. I went in expecting a dark humor horror vibe, but it surprised me with so much more.
The first half had me laughing out loud, and Fran’s inner monologue was everything. I adored how much she loved her husband Gareth, and their relationship felt genuinely cozy. And when she threatened Gareth’s coworker for stealing his lunch? Iconic. 🥹
Then things got more emotional. We already had Gareth’s POV early on, but in the second half, we really got to sit with him, and I loved it. He absolutely adores his wife, and his anxious, slightly awkward inner world made him so easy to connect with. He’s quirky, sweet, and honestly kind of adorkable. And when the reasons behind Fran’s choices came to light, it wrecked me. The balance between hilarious and heartbreaking was done so well. I wasn’t prepared to be this emotionally invested, but here we are. I loved the ending, and this is definitely one I’ll be rereading. Easily one of my favorite dark humor reads.
📌 What To Expect
• Killer wife
• Detective husband
• Morally gray FMC
• Dual POV
• Marriage of secrets
• Crime cover-up
📖 Final Score: 5 stars
🎧 Audio Score: 5 stars
🎙️ Narration Style: Dual
📅 Pub Date: June 17, 2025
Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the advanced copy. All thoughts are my own.
mysterious
medium-paced
3.5☆'s
Thank you to Netgalley and Storm Publishing for the advanced reader copy.
This was such an interesting concept for a novel, I just struggled with the execution. I went into the story relatively blind, which made some aspects a bit unexpected. The first 150 pages or so were incredibly slow to me. After that, though, the story seemed to really get interesting and engaging.
Since I went in blind, I was expecting Fran to be an actual serial killer and possibly good at killing. She is not. Honestly, it felt very real life to how your average person might go about it. Her motivation for killing for a large portion of the book didn't make sense until we were waist deep in the book, and more details were revealed. We needed those details sooner to help connect us to Fran.
Gareth's character arc was everything, honestly. It was my favorite part of the book watching as he changed and grew. I could have used another epilogue after the end of the book to see what the fallout was after the ending.
It was an interesting read and fascinating concept that I absolutely adore. The execution just fell flat for me, but other readers might not mind so much. Gareth's character development made the read so much more worthwhile.
Thank you to Netgalley and Storm Publishing for the advanced reader copy.
This was such an interesting concept for a novel, I just struggled with the execution. I went into the story relatively blind, which made some aspects a bit unexpected. The first 150 pages or so were incredibly slow to me. After that, though, the story seemed to really get interesting and engaging.
Since I went in blind, I was expecting Fran to be an actual serial killer and possibly good at killing. She is not. Honestly, it felt very real life to how your average person might go about it. Her motivation for killing for a large portion of the book didn't make sense until we were waist deep in the book, and more details were revealed. We needed those details sooner to help connect us to Fran.
Gareth's character arc was everything, honestly. It was my favorite part of the book watching as he changed and grew. I could have used another epilogue after the end of the book to see what the fallout was after the ending.
It was an interesting read and fascinating concept that I absolutely adore. The execution just fell flat for me, but other readers might not mind so much. Gareth's character development made the read so much more worthwhile.
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Good fun read. Quite hooked on this genre.