A review by lcr16
Love in the Time of Serial Killers by Alicia Thompson

funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

This is a sweet romance, the characters or lovable and well developed. Certain plot points are under developed such as Phoebe truly believing Sam could be a serial killer and is therefore dangerous. 

  Also plotline about the local serial killer whose daughter wrote about her experience growing up could mirror Phoebe's relationship, but the plotline is dropped only to be brought up towards the end as a way to show growth. 

  With this being a romance, that aspect did deliver. Phoebe and Sam's relationship is so sweet and electric. Their problems in the relationship are believable and relatable and it is satisfying to see them overcome them to ultimately be together. Also, the diversity in the book feels easy like real life. None of the characters feel one dimensional caricatures. It was also refreshing to see a fat character's challenge that she must overcome not be centered around her body. I will definitely pick up another Alicia Thompson book. Thank your to Berkley Publishing Group and NetGalley for the ARC!