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I Kill Killers by S.T. Ashman

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jessica_reading_writing's review against another edition

4.0

I'm obsessed with serial killers taking out serial killers (Dexter is a firm favourite) and women getting justice on men who r*pe and kill women. This book is right up my street. Leah was actually quite likeable, although her character was a bit bland at times. I did really like Liam, the police officer, although I did notice several times the writing tense changed from first person to third person during his chapters, which threw me off a bit.
Overall, a decent thriller and am looking forward to another book in the series (which I've heard there is one). I liked the idea of a high-profile woman being a serial killer of serial killers.

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I'm obsessed with serial killers taking out serial killers (Dexter is a firm favourite) and women getting justice on men who r*pe and kill women. This book is right up my street. Leah was actually quite likeable, although her character was a bit bland at times. I did really like Liam, the police officer, although I did notice several times the writing tense changed from first person to third person during his chapters, which threw me off a bit.
Overall, a decent thriller and am looking forward to another book in the series (which I've heard there is one). I liked the idea of a high-profile woman being a serial killer of serial killers.

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5.0

If you like criminal minds, FBI and the like.. this book is for you. I loved every minute of it and September can’t come fast enough for book II. I appreciate a plot where I get to see characters battle with their morals and beliefs for different reasons. If serial killers and thrillers are your thing, this is the book for you. The descriptions of some of the murders and crime scenes were very graphic and detailed which I loved

dkyrisch's review against another edition

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5.0

I am totally stunned after finishing this outstanding debut book by author S.T. Ashman. I have only given one five star review this year so far and have until the end of this review to decide what I'm going to rate it.

This one stars Leah. She is a genius pianist. Literally this generation's Beethoven who has played before presidents and her concerts are sold out two years in advance. She is also very famous and wealthy. And a serial killer.....

If there is one trope I love it's the female assassin / serial killer / all around badass and Leah is it. She learns at a young age when she stabs a boy trying to rape her that she has no feelings or empathy. Comparisons with Dexter are justified but this one outshines that series. In the beginning she goes on a date with a guy and we learn that guy is also a serial killer who Leah disposes of in the most extreme manner possible. It's here we learn that while being a serial killer she takes her anger out on those who deserve it. Very much like Dexter. And of course a FBI agent is soon hot on her trail.

There is never a dull moment in this book. It's plotted perfectly. The chapters are short and concise. It ends in 300 pages and we are never bored and we soon find out that not only is Leah one step ahead of this FBI agent but to me reading as well. The reveals and twists kicked my ass. I loved it!

Are there any negatives? Yes. I knew there were several ways this thing was going to end and it ended up exactly where I wished it didn't. But in the end that is not a bad thing. It is setting up for one absolute monster of a book #2. And the actual ending..... LOL. It reads like one of the superhero movies where the credits roll and at the end of the credits we have a 30 second clip to jumpstart book#2. It works.

At the end of the day we read books to be entertained, shocked, and be taken away to somewhere else. This book did it for me. And that's why it's my second five star book of the year.

I really appreciate Ashman books for giving me the opportunity to read this book for free for a honest review and it has a publication date of September 17, 2023.

raboyla85's review against another edition

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dark mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Predictable, but I enjoyed it.

couchaubergine's review against another edition

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dark funny mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

filemanager's review against another edition

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4.0

Awesome cat-and-mouse novel, and I loved Leah's character! (I wish we had a bit more of Leah and a bit less of Liam actually.)

Especially well done for a debut novel! When I finished this book I immediately signed up for the author's newsletter, Facebook reader's group, and followed her Instagram page, because I definitely want to read more from her!

I can't wait for the next book!