Love Letters to a Serial Killer is a fun, sassy, confident and completely original debut. If you like your psychological thrillers with bite - or even if you don't typically read crime or thrillers at all - I'd thoroughly recommend this one. A main character I won't forget quickly

I have mixed feelings about this book. The narrator is very self absorbed and as such irritating . Her obsessions with herself and the (alleged) murderer mean that there is a lot of repetition in the majority of this book. In part 3 the pace picks up and there are a couple of twists, which I had pretty much guessed, which I enjoyed much better. The main character, Hannah, definately has "ïssues" demonstrated by her dating history as well as her preoccupation with the serial killer, William. I felt little sympathy nor understanding for her decisions and actions and would also give her a wide berth (she has few social contacts) . The book is perhaps a little too long, the plot holds up reasonably well and the alleged serial killer is the most normal person in the whole book, which when reading about relationships with his immediate family, is a miracle.
Thanks to Net Galley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

I loved and hated it at the same time! The main character is not likeable, I think she’s hard work. But the twists and turns are great and I’d read it again and probably notice something else. A good holiday read!

A good entertaining story, with a dark humour tone throughout.
Thanks to NetGalley, the editor and the author for the opportunity to access this copy.

Hannah is socially awkward; she is unhappy with her job, her friendships and her love-life but all of that changes when she joins a forum discussing the local serial killings. When the killer is caught, she begins to write to him and finds herself drawn ito a relationship which feeds her fantasy. But then the killer is released ...
This was a great read; intriguing, exciting and full of twists. Perfect to pack for a holiday!

Hannah is totally fed up, her boyfriend won't label it as a relationship and they break up. Her job is getting her down and she misses out on a promotion. When she reads about four murders of women in Atlanta she feels she can solve the murders and help the good looking William walk free. Hannah starts to write to him in prison and soon he is writing back. Will Hannah fall for William and will she get her happy ever after?
Total rating 3 1/2 stars

It has been such a long time since I found a book I could not put down, but thid was 9ne of them. It was like a breath of fresh air. A new twist on the thriller.

Hannah is a woman who has been unlucky in love, (maybe due to her clingness!) And becomes obsessed with recent murders happening in her town. She begins writing to the suspect not expecting a response.

I see many others guessed the twist too, but so what? It was still such a good story and I liked the twist, particularly the ending which could potentially lead to a sequel?

I liked Hannah, I could sympathise with her. My younger naive self was probably a bit similar unfortunately lacking self respect.

A really good, easy to read book.

Amazing book loved every minute of it!!!! Would read more and more of them ..... good few twists....thank u for an awesome book

I was scrolling through books on NetGalley when this book's cover caught my eye. All I could do was add it to my wish list. I was very excited when I received an email titled “Wishes Do Come True!” and this book jumped straight to the top of my TBR.
This book is a dark and captivating exploration of obsession, feminist rage and the blurred lines between fascination and danger. The novel delves into the mind of recently ghosted, thirty-something Hannah, who channels her frustration and feminist fury into writing letters to a handsome lawyer named Wesley, arrested for a series of murders.
The premise of Hannah’s letter as an outlet for her emotions sets the stage for a unique and intriguing narrative. The author portrays Hannah’s journey from initial curiosity about the case to a full-blown obsession as her life unravels around her. The author effectively captures the complex emotions that come with the intersection of personal turmoil and the allure of a notorious criminal. The narrative takes a dark turn when Wesley responds to Hannah’s letters, blurring the lines between fiction and reality. The exploration of their correspondence adds layers of psychological tension, making you question the sanity of both characters. Hannah’s descent into obsession with the serial killer is both disturbing and compelling, highlighting the novel’s strength in exploring the intricacies of the human psyche.
The author navigates the delicate balance between suspense and psychological exploration, creating a gripping atmosphere that keeps you hooked. The story twists and turns with a sinister undertone as the tension between the characters and the dark secrets they both harbour add depth to the storyline. (I almost included a bit of a spoiler there.) While this novel is undeniably engaging, there were moments when the pacing felt slightly uneven and some plot development rushed. However, the overall impact of “Love Letter to a Serial Killer” lies in its ability to immerse you in the twisted psyche of its characters and explore the consequences of unchecked obsession.
This book is a gripping psychological thriller that digs into the complexities of obsession and the fine line between attraction and danger. While this offers a darkly compelling narrative, well-drawn characters and the exploration of psychological turmoil, it also manages to feel like a light read, with a touch of humour when you look a little deeper.

This was a brilliant read!
The main character Hannah is mid thirties, unlucky in love and hanging on to her job by a thread. She's desperate to settle down and find a man to love her and make her feel better about herself. When a spate of murders of young women happens in the area, Hannah latches on to an online community of true crime junkies and through them she finds the attention and validation she's been searching for.
When William is arrested and charged with the murder of the women, Hannahs attention switches to him and she starts writing to him in prison. This begins a back and forth between them which gives Hannah the excitement and frisson her life has been missing. The letters quickly become romantic and as Hannah becomes more obsessed with William she loses her job and home and finds herself sitting front and centre at his trial...
I just loved the story and the character of Hannah. I read the book so quickly I really couldn't put it down. Ithad the right mix of humour, drama and some unforeseen twists and turns. I would definitely highly recommend.
Thanks to Orion, Tasha Coryell and NetGalley for the ARC.

Such a great book! Really enjoyed the characters, especially Hannah. I didn't guess the ending either and that's always a plus. Absolutely brilliant

Wow! Such an incredible concept for a book and brilliantly executed.

It reads like Exciting Times meets How to Kill Your Family, and is worryingly close to the bone for a millennial sometimes! I was intrigued throughout the book but with what you learnt from the copy, it didn't really become page-turning until the final third of the book. However once I was there I couldn't stop myself from racing to the end.

And that ending! Love it. Can't wait to see what Tasha Coryell writes next but please give away less in the copy next time

What did I just read? A great debut with an interesting protagonist and original idea. The thing I loved about this book the most is the dark humour that runs through, against the darkness of tortured/murdered women. It was a joy to read this novel and I would definitely read the next offering from this author. 4 stars

A great book following the journey of a young lady who is obsessive. Some great twists in there as you follow the story along.

Disturbing and propulsive with a host of unlikable yet weirdly compelling characters, this devious book somehow still manages to slip quite a few jokes in along with several sharp observations about our society’s disturbing reality. I found the twist a bit predictable, but honestly that didn’t matter much to me. It’s an innovative book that walks a lot of lines, and sometimes soars - I especially admired that bit in the beginning which intercuts the MC’s conversation with her friend with her doomed spiral into “love”. Great for fans of twisted books, dark humour and true crime.

A decent thriller that will keep you turning the pages after lights out, LOVE LETTERS
TO A SERIAL KILLER brings a darkly humorous twist to a phenomenon most people will never understand: how can somebody fall in love with an accused murderer? I liked this one overall and it starts off incredibly strong, but I will admit it lost me in the final quarter. Largely because the twist was so predictable and the relationship so unrealistic. If you love crime fiction, this is a good one for your summer reading list!

With her career going nowhere and her latest relationship ending in heartbreak, Hannah finds herself obsessing over the recent murders of young women. But when she writes a letter to the man accused of their murder, venting her rage at his actions, he surprises her by writing back. And Hannah soon finds herself obsessing, instead, over a man who may be a serial killer...

I was drawn to the unusual premise of Love Letters to a Serial Killer, which tackles the controversial topic of women who fall in love with men accused of murder, and which defies easy categorisation. In that sense, it didn't disappoint. This book faces its difficult themes head-on, as Hannah muses on why she is so attracted to William, and whether she would feel the same way if she knew he was innocent. It also merges romance and thriller tropes, glamorising its darker scenes and making the reader feel uneasy about its lighter scenes. I appreciated that this one does something different.

I tried to go into Love Letters to a Serial Killer with an open mind, but this book didn't always work for me. I found its pacing a little slow, its twist a little obvious, and its protagonist a little annoying. I'm glad that I picked this one up, and I never considered putting it down before the end, but it never quite grabbed my attention as much as I would have liked. It didn't help that the story is told through flashbacks, which I often find drags out the suspense longer than is necessary. I recommend giving this one a go, if its premise appeals to you, but it didn't quite work for me.

Love Letters to a Serial Killer follows Hannah who becomes fixated on a notorious serial killer. She makes some really questionable and unconventional choices and is a rather frustrating character at times!! All in all, a unique and compelling read.

3.5
I found this to be a very quick read with some laugh out loud moments and some incredibly cringey moments. I saw the twist come from a mile away but I think it was a good ending. Hannah was such an unlikeable main character that I actually ended up loving her?? Good work from the author there!

Thank you to the author and publisher for the chance to read this ARC, via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. This is such a funny, twisty, enthralling for the first page read. It’s like a rollercoaster and you know Hannah, the main character should run far away from a serial killer and anyone else near him but, she runs towards the chaos. The book itself is so well done, hilarious in Hannah’s absolute naivety, lack of personal safety, and the chilling thought that she actually gets a thrill from the danger.

Five stars and perfect for fans of How to Kill Men and Get Away With It.