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Book Review
Reviewed: 27 October 2024

Serial Killer Games

by: Kate Posey

A Novel

  • Rating: full starfull starhalf starstar outlinestar outline (2.5/5)

I was intrigued by the title and the cover. I read the summary and could not request fast enough.  The first chapter I was laughing out loud and thought I was in for a great read. 

Unfortunately, that is not what happened. I had a hard time getting into and keeping up with the story.  The POV changes each chapter between Dolores and Jake. 

Aunt the mortician, Uncle the Catholic School Principal and rich roommate are Jake’s closest relationships, that is until Dolores. 

As the unorthodox relationship between Dolores and Jake all sort of things come to light. It is a wild ride with unexpected twists and turns. There are poignant themes mixed in.

Through the craziness that occurred there was a sweetness that came though. I would be curious how Cat turned out as a teen.

A talented writer, an unexpected story, just maybe not for me.

Thank you to #NetGalley and Berkeley for the opportunity to do an early read and share my thoughts on the story. 

Happy Reading!

Release Date: 29-April-2025

Plot Summary

What would you do if you thought your coworker was getting away with murder—literally?

Dolores dela Cruz has been dying to spot one in the wild, and he fits the mold strangler gloves, calculated charm, dashing good looks that give a leg up in any field . . . including fields of unmarked graves.

The new office temp is definitely a serial killer.

Jake Ripper finds a welcome distraction in his combative and enigmatic new coworker. He hasn’t come across anyone as interesting as Dolores in a long time. But when mere curiosity evolves into a darkly romantic flirtation, Jake can’t help but wonder if, finally, he’s found someone who really sees him, skeletons in the closet and all.

Until Dolores asks Jake’s help to dispose of a body . . .

A morbidly funny and emotionally resonant novel about the ways life—and love—can sneak up on us (no matter how much pepper spray we carry).