A review by k_cao_xai
The Killing Room by Gerri Hill

dark emotional mysterious tense 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? N/A

5.0

Lesbian cops and docs falling in love should be an S-tier genre all on its own. 

Character Impressions:

Jake McCoy
An out and proud lesbian detective who has issues to work through. She’s unapologetic about flirting around with Nicole. Even though she has a rule not to mix business with pleasure, that line is hard not to cross with Dr. Westbrook around. Her bond with her dog is endearing. 

Nicole Westbrook
In the closet but she’s trying to date women in secret, however, all the women she gets set up with don’t inspire any desire in her. It’s hilarious how she keeps trying to convince herself that Jake isn’t right for her, but inside, we all know they’re meant for each other. 


Minor Characters:

     Cheyenne: Jake’s dog. She’s an emotionally supportive friend. Don’t worry, no dogs were hurt in this book.
     Rick: Jake’s coworker, partner, and best friend. He’s got his own issues with his wife. I like his banter with Jake.
     Catherine: Nicole’s secretary. She’s very sweet and supportive. 

Story Impressions:

The two women’s first meeting was steamy, and not just because they were at a hot spring. Despite being in a life-and-death situation, not knowing who the killer is or when he’ll strike, the two leads manage to find time to get to know one another. It was a pleasure to see them develop the hots for each other. Though not necessary, I would have loved for the ending to have an epilogue chapter just so I could hold onto these two lovely women a little bit longer. 

Highlights:

  • Highlight 1: The audiobook. Abby Craden is a gift.  
  • Highlight 2: I think it’s really cute when one of the women has a pet and that pet likes the love interest much more than her. 
  • Highlight 3: Main leads are together for 90% of the book. 
  • Highlight 4: That scene where they face off against the killer was tense. 
  • Highlight 5: Cop protecting doc. 

My Personal Tags About the Book:

  • Happily-ever-after
  • Explicit sex scenes 
  • TW
    There are a lot of discussions involving the killer's victims, which talk about SA on women. There's also child abuse and child SA. Be warned if that’s something you want to avoid reading about.
  • Cop/doc romance 
  • Low angst 
  • Crime/romance 
  • Pet dog
  • Coming to the rescue finale
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