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A review by nadiamasood
Eat Slay Love by Julie Mae Cohen
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Eat Slay Love is a dark comedy thriller about friendship, sisterhood, and revenge. It’s fast-paced and had me laughing out loud even in scenes where I probably shouldn’t have been laughing! What a wildly chaotic and entertaining read!
Let’s talk about the main female characters: Opal is a 50+ wellness influencer trying to keep it all together; Lilah is a 26-year-old lottery winner who works at a library while grieving her dad’s death; and Marina is a divorced mom of three who just inherited a massive house from her Nana Sylvia (my favorite character whose feisty presence lingers throughout the story even though she's dead).
What do these women have in common? A man. Who is currently bound and unconscious in a basement, as they figure out what to do with him. Yes, it's all dark and crazy, but the book does explore heavy themes like gaslighting, coercive control, cheating, and pyramid schemes. I do think Cohen handled these topics with care, showing just how manipulative relationships can trap women. Also, the story never felt heavy. In fact, it’s uplifting in a hilariously twisted way!
I like how flawed yet somehow lovable these characters are. These women are messy, funny, and just trying to survive, and their journey from total strangers to friends is so delightful. The ending was satisfying as well. The last scene reminded me of a revenge scene in GOT!
Sure, some moments are a little over the top, but that’s the whole point! Suspend disbelief, embrace the absurdity, and just enjoy the ride. If you’re into strong female leads, dark humor, and thrillers with a bit of chaos, Eat Slay Love should be on your list. It’s empowering, escapist fun, and I loved every minute of it!
Let’s talk about the main female characters: Opal is a 50+ wellness influencer trying to keep it all together; Lilah is a 26-year-old lottery winner who works at a library while grieving her dad’s death; and Marina is a divorced mom of three who just inherited a massive house from her Nana Sylvia (my favorite character whose feisty presence lingers throughout the story even though she's dead).
What do these women have in common? A man. Who is currently bound and unconscious in a basement, as they figure out what to do with him. Yes, it's all dark and crazy, but the book does explore heavy themes like gaslighting, coercive control, cheating, and pyramid schemes. I do think Cohen handled these topics with care, showing just how manipulative relationships can trap women. Also, the story never felt heavy. In fact, it’s uplifting in a hilariously twisted way!
I like how flawed yet somehow lovable these characters are. These women are messy, funny, and just trying to survive, and their journey from total strangers to friends is so delightful. The ending was satisfying as well. The last scene reminded me of a revenge scene in GOT!
Sure, some moments are a little over the top, but that’s the whole point! Suspend disbelief, embrace the absurdity, and just enjoy the ride. If you’re into strong female leads, dark humor, and thrillers with a bit of chaos, Eat Slay Love should be on your list. It’s empowering, escapist fun, and I loved every minute of it!