Loved the concept of this, it kinda gave me Butcher and Blackbird vibes of it they lived in the suburbs and has to stop killing minus the spice, as this was spice free. But filled with banter and mishaps. Plus some twists I wasn’t expecting. Really funny and entertaining. Any black comedy serial killer fans, this one’s for you.

I was really excited to read this novel as the concept seemed quite fun and seemed to mirror a lot of aspects of Mr and Mrs Smith (movie and series).

However I felt the pacing was unbelievably slow and it was only about 70% through the book where things really picked up when I had been expecting a lot more action throughout.

I enjoyed the story but felt that the pacing and the fact it wrapped up a little too perfectly at the end really let things down for me.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an advance copy of this book.

I was disappointed in this book. I had heard it was wickedly funny, especially in Haze's lack of self awareness but apart from a scattering of times, I found it all a bit flat The setting of the scene is slow paced and lasts for almost half of the book. It picks up a bit after that but generally it was not a book that I felt compelled to eagerly read, keen to know what happens.

I was not keen on the ending and I did not understand the money issues Fox has near the end - what about his arrangement with Julian? I also thought there would be more to Helga.

The book is left open at the very end for Further Adventures but as far as I am concerned, they have delighted me long enough.

This was such a funny book. Is being a serial killer something of a career / hobby ? that you can give up ? Is settling down with a baby something that you can do after a life killing bad people ? Are the school gate Moms more scary than bad people ? Read it and weep (tears of laughter).

I really enjoyed this story. A very humourous take on marriage and how lies can be the undoing of a relationship with a fantastic twist at the end. Loved it and would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a lighthearted crime read.

This was a fairly easy read - I like the trope of women who kill bad men so a couple that kill bad men was always going to be up my street. It did begin to drag a bit around 60% in but the ending was fun and quite fast paced. A fun read. Thanks for the ARC.

When you meet the one, who understands you, gets you and you kill together. Only those who deserve it though.
Then you get pregnant and life changes. A new life in the suburbs, doting mother and yummy mummy life. What's not to like? Except your bored. How do you find the spark again?
Both facing different challenges to fit in. Can your marriage survive? Challenges you don't expect even befriending a police officer on maternity leave.
Enjoy I did

A good solid read with some comedic elements and dark themes. Haze and Fox are married serial killers. Their targets are "bad men" sex traffickers, paedophiles and rapists. Together they have travelled throughout Europe killing their subjects. All this comes to an end when they marry and have baby Bibi. Fox wants to protect his family and settle into nice suburban Berkshire. Encouraged by her husband to make friends Haze is forced to attend mother and toddler music sessions. It is here she meets the needy Jenny whose son Felix gets on with Bibi. Things take a turn when Haze finds out that her new best friend's job could put her family into jeopardy. In her quest to solve her problems she creates more. Meanwhile Fox is behind her cleaning up her mess.
The plot shifts between the couple and we are given an insight into Hazel's childhood of abusive foster homes, until she manages to get to Art college, here she excels and makes a friend albeit a depressive one called Matty. Fox on the other hand comes from a privileged background in America. HIs early taste for murder is covered up by his family's wealth, but when he makes no show of stopping they send him to Europe.
There are several subplots involving Fox’s parents and brother who is attempting to takeover the family pharmaceutical business. His parents set spies on him to ensure he votes for them. There is also Bill, Jenny’s abusive ex-partner who hates women and refuses to pay for his child.
MacKay is a strong writer, who manages to create atmosphere and tension as well as pace. I read this in two sittings. As it progresses we are firmly on the side of Fox and Haze. Some people deserve to be punished. For me it reminded me of Mr and Mrs Smith; It would make an excellent screen play. I really enjoyed this.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ahead of publication.

A Serial Killer's Guide to Marriage by Asia Mackay is an intriguing amalgamation of dark humor, suspense, and an exploration of marital dynamics that offers a refreshing take on the thriller genre. The story follows the life of a protagonist juggling the dual roles of a loving spouse and a cunning serial killer, providing readers with an intense yet witty narrative. Mackay crafts her characters with depth and complexity, making the morally ambiguous lead both believable and compelling. With sharp writing and a clever plot, this novel keeps readers on edge with its unpredictable twists while humorously underscoring the intricacies of married life. This book is a must-read for those who enjoy psychological thrillers with a dash of satirical humor.

The story has been literally discussed to death elsewhere so I won’t provide any more spoilers

I found this book to be fascinating, funny and thought provoking as it gave a totally different slant on the problems of marriage and keeping a relationship fresh and interesting as the years go by

A totally original story and an excellent read

I really like the way this book is written. I was hooked right from the start. I did think that the ending was a little far-fetched though so only giving it four stars.

4.25 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

Thank you Netgalley for the advanced copy.

Lovedddd this! Read it within 24 hours and honestly couldn’t put it down.
It made me think of Mr & Mrs Smith throughout.

Such a unique and engaging read.

A fun read!

I really enjoyed the writing and plot especially the start of the book, it got me gripped. The ending was a slight let down as it just a bit too unrealistic but still enjoyed the book overall and would recommend!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to have an ARC in return for an honest review.

Thank you to Net Galley and the publishers for my advance ecopy in exchange for a review. This was a fun and exciting read. We follow Haze and Fox as they give up hunting of bad men in order to concentrate on their daughter Bibi and settle in to boring married life. Although that doesnt exactly go to plan as bad men seem to follow Haze everywhere. When she becomes friends with a mum and realises she is actually a detective she tries even harder to behave. I liked the writing and flow of this book and was a very easy read. I will be recommending to other

I enjoyed the way this book started, and it was lovely to read Hazel's back story with Matt, however, the more I read, I felt like the book dragged on quite a bit. I couldn't get myself to like any of the characters. Jenny's background showed some promise, of an interesting story, but unfortunately, that also did not pan out how I thought it would and everything wrapped up way too neatly.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an advance reader copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review

I thoroughly enjoyed reading the book. The writing was exceptionally clear and engaging, and I was particularly impressed by the author's skillful portrayal of the dark and complex world of serial killers as they struggle to suppress their homicidal urges.

A solid 4 star, fun and entertaining read.
A dark comedy with plot twists and quirky characters makes this a must read for those who love rom coms, thrillers and dabble in darker genres.

This was quirky and funny, dealt with some tougher subjects, and was an absolute delight to read! This was also really quite different from anything else i've read before, but i was pleasantly surprised and really enjoyed everything that was happening.

I really enjoyed the flashbacks that kept occurring. I feel like it provided a really interesting insight into both Hazel and Fox's dynamic and relationship in the past. It really helped make their current relationship that much more believable, and i think it added a lot of much needed structure to the overall story.
I also really enjoyed that this was dual POV. However, It was a little repetitive at times, and sometimes felt jarring to switch between the two characters. I am glad though that the story was told this way instead of just focusing on one of the characters and the narrative that they had to tell.

I do feel like out of the two Hazel was the most well thought out. Her reasoning and morals really aliened with her character, and just seemed so much more believable than Fox's.

I thought the ending was a lot of fun, especially if you disregard what would likely happen in real life. Very enjoyable and refreshing!!

I quite liked this - it was quirky and fun as well as being well written. Will keep my eyes open for more by this author.

A fun and different read for me! I definitely enjoyed myself, even though the beginning felt quite slow. After Haze's first "mishap", things definitely picked up!

Haze and Fox's dynamic was extremely interesting to read about, and I appreciated the flashbacks to the past, and how they showed how the characters developed over time.

I definitely saw the Jenny reveal from a mile away, so would've appreciated a more shocking plotwist, but I liked that Fox's intentions were never 100% clear and you only found out most of his secrets as Haze did.

The ending was definitely a let down, unfortunately. Felt too unrealistic, even for a book about a serial killer marriage, and I found myself hoping for a final plotwist to happen.

The writing was engaging, and the two POVs felt distinctive, although Haze's felt a bit repetitive at times.

Overall it was a fun read!

Thank you to NetGalley and Headline for the free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.