A review by bellaroseh
How to Kill Men and Get Away With It by Katy Brent

dark funny tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Funny, hot, bloody. Once I'd started, I didn't want to put the book down.

I found myself loving and loathing Kitty Collins; this book had me giggling to myself, being angry at Kitty, yet also sympathising with her. The book addresses the hard truths of being a woman and, despite putting a positive spin on the serial murder of men, does consider the moral questions of Kitty's actions.

I went into the book expecting slightly more of a thriller and found myself noting that the Thursday Murder Club would have Kitty found out in minutes. I am, however, glad that this wasn't the case as I think that too much police involvement and aftermath would've taken away from the fast paced plot. 

I enjoyed how the main character's backstory was gradually explored as the plot progressed in a way that made you understand her actions; but didn't leave the reader feeling as though they were jumping between two separate narratives. The ending had a few unexpected twists and has been left open for a possible second book.  
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