Thoroughly enjoyed this story. Kitty Collins seems like the average girl next door who just happens to be a big Instagram influencer, with a whole lot of followers. Very well known in her town, yet down to earth and enjoys the company of her girlfriends.

As you go on this venture with Kitty, you discover her past and how she became this dark vigilante who is done with letting men go too far, getting handsy with women, and who refuse to take "no" for an answer.

I love how calm Kitty is during each of her outings to track these men down, and her attitude after it's all said and done. She can take care of business and make it in time for brunch, all while still looking like a million dollars. This story is fun, fast paced, humorous, and all about a girl who is determined to keep those she loves the most safe from a scary world.

Thank you to NetGalley for letting me read this one. I've added Katy Brent to my list of authors to follow and I look forward to seeing what she brings us next.

Alexa, play Kill Bill by SZA

Thank you Netgalley and Harper 360 for providing me with an arc of How to Kill Men and Get Away With It in exchange for an honest review.

This was a very dark and morally gray-ish?? kinda book and I devoured every single page of it.
Except for the very pick-me lines in the first few chapters, I loved the ride this book lead me through. The horror and terror I felt when she killed the footballer's younger brother though? That shit put me through a dark few hours and it goes to show how well the book gets you attuned to the character's feelings.

Kitty is my role model. /j or am I...

This was a fun read! Even with Kitty being kind of unlikeable and a little off I was rooting for her😅 it’s the same as Dexter, you know morally he’s a bad guy even though he’s killing bad people but you end up rooting for him. I understand trying to make it relatable and current with her being in social media and being vegan but it didn’t really feel genuine or necessary

Such a dark twisty murder story. This book has a Dexter vibe to it except with female lead. Kitty is a social media influencer. To her social media following she seems like the total IT girl who has it all. Behind the scenes she has a dark side. She’s sick of men making their own rules and doing what they please so she takes things into her own hands. When she accidentally kills a man who was attempting to assault her, she thinks she's finally found it.m and knows she can get away with it. Kitty is loyal and loving to her friends and wants nothing more than for all women to be safe. I like the character of Kitty and get her feelings. I do think this book needs a trigger warning for the dark graphic scenes and sexual content. It’s a dark psychological thriller and interesting to read. Many thanks to Harper 360 HQ Digital and NetGalley for the digital review copy of this novel. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Thank you to both #NetGalley and Harper 360/HQ Digital for providing me an advance copy of Katy Brent’s debut fiction novel, How to Kill Men and Get Away With It, in exchange for an honest review.

#HowtoKillMenandGetAwayWithIt offers a raw and refreshing take on crime thrillers involving women revenge plots while satirizing the genre to emphasize its themes of sexual assault, self-image, decadence, unhealthy relationships, animal rights, and of course, women’s empowerment. The author was adept at interweaving these themes, knowing precisely where to infuse hyperbolic humor and when to apply a more nuanced approach in addressing such heavy topics.

Kitty Collins is an IG influencer, with a core group of girlfriends—Tor, Hen, and Maisie—who all have their own versions of golden tickets to be admitted entrance into London’s elite social scene and are each equipped with their own unique set of baggage. Kitty’s baggage, however, is a bit heavier than the others. She has a bloodlust that can only be quenched by murdering and avenging women who have been sexually assaulted by the male species; a self-proclaimed female #Dexter, complete with a moral code.

After a murder that goes horribly wrong and leads Kitty down an even darker path, Kitty realizes she needs to change her life or risk losing it all. Just as she begins to turn things around with the help of her doting and do-gooder boyfriend, Charlie Chambers, her IG stalker finally decides to blackmail her for her latest slew of sinful deeds. Only it is not money that her IG stalker is after…

A hilariously twisted and insightful novel, I highly recommend adding #HowtoKillMenandGetAwayWithIt to your #2023mustreads list.

TW: sexual assault

Kitty Collins is a vegan Instagram influencer with a secret hobby - murder. Targeting only the scummiest of men, she takes to Tinder and the news to find targets. Can she keep it up? Will her stalker out her?

This book had me laughing and cringing along as Kitty singlehandedly took on the worst of the men in London vigilante style. A murder turned romance that you won’t be able to put down.

Thanks to NetGalley and HQ for the ARC in exchange for a fair review.

Was this a work of art? Definitely not, but I had a blast reading it. It was the title that made me want to read it, and the cover that makes it look like a typical "chick lit" book. It was fun, the character was a little annoying, but nothing to make me stop reading.

Anti-Hero

TW: SA

Thank you to the publishers & net gallery for the ARC in return for my review.

Think - Crazy rich Asians meets Dexter in this exciting novel! Kitty Collins has it going on. She’s living the life of luxury with her besties. Follow Kitty as she navigates the positives and negatives of being a social influencer with a horrible past - and what happens when she decides to murder men who have SA’ed numerous women. She is the hero, bringing justice when the justice system fails women…right? Question your morals as Kitty blurs the fine line of ethics and you find yourself defending her, or screaming at her!

I am glad this novel shines light on what women have and still continue to go through in a modern way, regardless of social status. Although it did seem a bit repetitive at times (she murders and does something with the body, what more can you do?) The novel keeps it up with twist and turns to keep you engaged. About 70% in it really started to pick up! It doesn’t end on a cliffhanger, and honestly I would be satisfied if this was a standalone. If you are a fan of the Finlay Donovan series, you will be a fan of this as well! Little bit of spicy romance, mystery and thriller and comedy in one. I’m glad I stuck it out and continued to read, although I found the twist to be somewhat predictable( if you REALLY pay attention to details in this novel) it was still a nice and quick read to get me out of my book slump!

This story is basically inspired by the #metoo movement and what would happen if a woman started Dexter Style killing men who are sexual predators. It does remind me a lot of Dexter, as there are many points in this book that we are following her living a normal life. Being a rich influencer on Instagram and finding new love..
This book is dark and I'd say there are definitely sexual assault triggers. The murders done by Kitty can be a bit gruesome. But none of it took away from my enjoyment of the book. Although dark, there is a bunch of dark humor mixed in.

Female Dexter?! Yes, please!! I definitely fell into the hype on that one! Slow start, but once the murders started to take place, I became more invested. I had to look past all of the Insta, hashtag, materialistic celebrity nonsense to really enjoy it though. I cannot stand superficial hag queens, but I was still drawn to the story, and I did not let my annoyance affect my review. I knew what I was getting into prior to reading and I chose to suffer through it.

This book was definitely 5-star worthy, but it fell flat in some important areas for me. The characters were weak and whiny. I didn't like any of them, including Kitty. The humor was off. I think I only laughed once. But most of all, there needed to be more killing!! It just wasn't dark or sociopathic enough for me. It was very fast-paced, and I did enjoy it. I just can't say that I loved it.

3.5 stars rounded up!!

Thank you to the author, Harper 360 and NetGalley for allowing me free access to this eARC in exchange for my honest opinion!

Kitty Collins, she's your average vegan Instagram IT girl, heir to the famous Collins Meats, her dad has been missing since she was 15 and she's taken up a new hobby...killing sleazy men. That guy that feels like he's entitled to you because he bought you a drink and he just won't take no for an answer, Kitty will kill him. Men who are drugging drink, not once Kitty finds out.

All of the characters are slightly unhinged, Kitty is hilarious and basically the female version of Dexter. This story kept me interested from start to finish, there are twists that I felt coming but others that completely blindsided me (hello Kitty's stalker)

I'd like to note that this book does mention topics that some might find triggering (assault, miscarriage, SA, pedophilia, and murder obviously.)

Overall a wonderful and entertaining debut novel.

Deep down, we all know we love a anti-hero! I know you’re not supposed to root for the killer but Kitty Collins was serving justice and I couldn’t help but cheer her on. This book was amazing and had me hooked from the prologue!

Okay, I actually LOVED this. Kitty, her life, her friends, all hooked me from the very beginning. The story concept isn’t new, but I feel like it came off pretty fresh and entertaining. I got about 30% in and couldn’t put it down. And I am really looking forward to seeing her story continued on.

The only thing that bothered me was the vegan murderer spin. I’m supposed to believe that she didn’t even want Charlie to kill ants at a picnic, but she will kill some of these men in the MOST brutal of ways? And then throw them into a meat grinder for people to eat? Like….what?!

There are LOTS of triggers (SA, murder,etc) so TW TW TW!

Thank you so so much to Katy Brent and Harper 360 for allowing me to read!

I absolutely adored Kitty! I think that this is one of the best Books I've read so far this year. Everyone needs to read it! I am obsessed with this and can't stop thinking about it or singing it's praise.
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How to Kill Men and Get Away with It is a mash up of Sex and the City and Dexter. Kitty wants to rid the world of bad men. The victims deserve justice. So she handles it her own way. Along the way we meet her group of friends, get a buzz of romance, and find about her dark past. The whole book is done in style. Bougie parties, Louboutins, and penthouse apartments give you a glimpse into the ultra rich. Pick this book up immediately. Katy Brent takes you for a ride. Thank you Netgalley for the advanced copy of this book.

Was not disappointed. Loved it all. Was waiting to see what would happen. Great read. Go and get it. Now I can’t wait for more.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Super Fun Darkly Comic Thriller? Yes, Please!

Kitty Collins by accident determines her life is a whole lot better when she clears out some of men who prey upon women. As she says ,"I’ve got a taste for revenge and quite frankly, I’m killing it." The question is, however, how long can she get away with it?

I absolutely loved this fast moving story and you will too! If you always fantasized about revenge, wished for a super hero woman to patrol your nearest city, or just want a dark comedy to read, How To Kill Men and Get Away WIth it is for you! #Harper360 #KatyBrent

Book: How To Kill Men And Get Away With It
Author: Katy Brent
Publisher: Harper 360
Pub Date: June 13, 2023

This book will not be for everyone but holy moly it’s for me!!! I requested this book based solely on the title and it lived up to my every expectation. There is a lot going on besides killing men but it all circles back to that. I adored the influencer aspect of it because one of my favorite things is to watch influencers. Every time she mentions one of her friends she lists how many followers behind her name. I loved the dark humor in this book so much that it made killing seem funny and okay. No big deal. It’s described as a dark, hilariously twisted story and it truly is every bit of that. The character developed was on point and the twists kept coming. I guess the only part that was a stretch was her moving these bodies. I’m not sure it would have been that easy. It’s told from one POV and even the titles on each chapter was just another reason to love this book. And the ending….the ending was perfect! The creeper was definitely a surprise although if you read carefully you can see it coming. Wicked and clever are two words that come to mind to describe this book. This is Katy Brent’s first book and I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next. The writing in this book will draw you in and keep you there….if you like this sort of thing. This seemed to be a break from my norm and I’m so glad I got this book! Well done!

Thank you Harper 360 and NetGalley for this sneak peak! Publication date is June 14, 2023.

I know we’re only 24 days into the new year, but I have found my favorite book of the year. The main character is a rich influencer in London (I typically hate plots that have to do with current apps & trends but the author did this SO WELL) who kills men in her free time. She is witty, sassy, and her inner monologue is just hilarious.

It reminds me of Dexter, Promising Young Woman, & You, all wrapped into an amazing book. The plot twist at the end is insane & you think it’s over & then you get hit AGAIN. Loved the way this story was told & very happy with the ending!!

How to Kill Men and Get Away With It is the debut novel from Katy Brent.

"Kitty Collins is an influencer. She's tired of dealing with men's boorish, aggressive behavior where they treat women like things instead of people. One night while walking home from a bar, she accidentally kills the stalker who was threatening her - the man just slipped. Now she wants to spend her time ridding the world of all of the jerks who deserve it - until one night she kills the wrong man..."

This is a dark book from Brent. It is full of lots of drinking, drugs, sex and murder. Kitty Collins has a lot of issues with men and there are very few decent men on the pages. She reminded me of characters from Swanson - you know, characters you like but they don't mind a little murder. Kitty comes across as a little self-righteous too. You might not ever eat sausage again when you find out how she disposes of her victims.

At times this feels like a rant against all men - in light of current events it's probably justified in a way.

Nice twist from Brent at the end. Didn't guess who the creeper was.

A different kind of villian/hero from Brent.

It's been awhile since I had so much with a book! I'm not sure what surprised me more — that I read the whole thing in one night until 5am or that this murder-comedy freaking made me cry thanks to a particularly touching scene.

The short chapters were super bingeable and protagonist Kitty made it all the more addictive. I adore her! She's so badass but still has a touch of vulnerability that I could relate to. Her wit, humour and voice radiated through the pages.

I also love how the story doesn't take itself too seriously but yet makes critical and astute observations about rape culture, misogyny and sexual violence. It's hilarious, it's shrewd, the action is over-the-top and I relished every moment.

I have to admit there were times it all felt a bit too much and the climax felt mildly problematic + unaligned with the rest of the novel. Yet my enjoyment level was seriously off the charts.

Compulsive, thrilling and delightfully wicked, this is one book that you'll tear through!

Katy Brent's satirical look at the possible motives a female serial killer might have is eminently readable. Like Dexter meets Sex and the City, Kitty Collins is a popular Instagram influencer with a dark side. Fed up with the way men use and abuse women, she sets out to even the score...through murder. Unfortunately she has a stalker who seems to know her every move, which isn't really helpful when you're trying to avoid getting caught.

How to Kill Men and Get Away With It is a quick read, helped by short chapters and a fast paced clip. I can't say I really enjoyed the overwhelming wealth of the characters or the general vapidness of the secondary cast, and the book does take an unexpected turn at the end that had a definite chilling effect, but I found this enjoyable and compelling.

Don't be fooled, this is not a how to book. Kitty Collins is an extremely wealthy influencer with access to a meat processing plant. If that's not you, do not follow in her footsteps. The first kill is not really her fault and is handled with farcy dark humor. However, as Kitty goes on to become a defender of women vigilante I worry about the police in Chelsea and worrying lack of cc surveillance. Kitty puts all the British detective shows I've watched to shame. The author admittedly evokes Dexter and his code. She even alludes to his love for his knives. However, Kitty isn't quite as good at designing a kill room.
This book was such fun to read. I couldn't put it down, but I didn't want it to end. I totally fell for the red herring and when the true creep was revealed, I was pleasantly surprised.
Kitty Collins is like one of Sophie Kinsella heroines with a side of vigilante murderer.
Thank you Net Galley, Katy Brent and Harper 360 for the arc. I can't wait to read what Katy Brent does next.

This was a very engaging, intriguing and interesting book! Although it covers dark topics, its characters are engaging and entertaining. It is a bit graphic with regard to violence at times, so warning to those who might be sensitive to those matters. Overall, I enjoyed it and look forward to more books by this author, Katy Brent!

What a book! How to Kill Men and Get Away With It was dark and delightful! It’s giving Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn in the best way! I loved reading about an influencer turned vigilante for woman of London and stayed up way past my bedtime multiple nights in a row so I could read just one more chapter!

Kitty Collins is a killer online influencer, literally and figuratively. She is the type of vigilante you root for even though she is flawed and killing isn't socially acceptable.
Is what she's doing bad? Can true love save her? Only Kitty can answer those questions. You'll have to go on the journey with her as she struggles with these questions and more.
The novel takes you on a joyride packed with violence and social justice with a bit of spice and a lot of humor, so I can promise you'll enjoy every minute.
How to Kill Men and Get Away With It is Katy Brent's debut and it's delicious. I sincerely hope Kitty Collins returns again. I thoroughly enjoyed it and think you will too!
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When how to kill your family meets Dexter.
I have a confession to make i love unhinged women alot, only in books.

The book is as interesting as the title, which is with really attracted me to reading it. I swear my heart was pounding hard with every chapter especially the last 10 percent, I wanted to literally throw my kindle at the wall AND CAN WE TALK ABOUT THE PLOT TWIST, LIKE I KNEW FOR SURE WHO IT WAS BUT I ENDED BIENG WRONG. The writing was easy to read, but the romance was a little off. This was going to be a 5 star read but the way she disposed of the body.....yea, no thank you.
The characters were likable but I wanted kitty to be a little more unhinged. I loved the dark twisted plot of this book so much.



Thanks to netgalley for a eARC in exchange of a honest review.

4.5 Stars!
“Before all this started, I’d thought that squeezing the life out of someone would be easy.”

That hooks you immediately, and it doesn’t let go! Stalkers and murders oh my!

Kitty is my hero, honestly. In this #MeToo era, the poignant commentary on how the world treats victims is a magnificent take. It’s just the right dose of righteous anger and indignation mixed with sarcasm and humor—because sometimes in between murdering horrible men you have to have a laugh with the girls.

Read this book. It was nothing short of greatness.

(Check trigger warnings for mild touches on: rape, murder, sexual assault and drug/alcohol use and abuse.)

How to Kill a Man and Get Away with It was kind of right up my alley. Dark humor, an interesting protagonist, and murder? Yes please. Think Dexter meets Promising Young Woman. How the tension builds as Kitty gets deeper and deeper together with a looming stalker works well and will keep the reader guessing. This is a perfect summer read.

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

This book caught my attention from the terrific cover.I had so much fun reading the characters come alive a unique fun story.Will be recommending book and author #netgalley#harper360

This book was amazing and funny. The main character is a trip that you will love. So well done and a perfect weekend read.

Wow! Brilliant. This is going to be the book of the year for 2023! I'm speechless with how much I loved this and related to our heroine. Vegan, rich, beautiful.... and a social justice warrior/ robinhood/ vigilante. WoW! I really enjoyed reading this, and was on the edge of my seat the whole time hoping she doesn't get caught. So glad she got a happy ending too.

I am so glad I chose How to Kill Men & How to Get Away With It. I really enjoyed the characters & how this group of friends interacted together. They have been friends for a long time & they seemed to be there for each other. They even tried to have their boyfriends fit in with the group. I was so surprised when I read how Kitty , the main character, handled men that treated women disrespectfully. I was even more surprised when I found out who had been stalking Kitty and knew all of Kitty's secrets.
The book had something for everyone. There was mystery & suspense, murder, betrayal, as well as love & romance. I would recommend this book to my friends & I am looking forward to reading another book by Katy Brent.

“He doesn’t look like a monster though. But they don’t, do they? Otherwise, they’d never get the opportunity to be monsters.”

At first glance, Kitty is a stuck-up influencer and fashionista who is just too good for the world around her…and maybe she is all those things. As boujee as she might be, Kitty is also a woman who cares for women. That’s why she kills men who do terrible things, right?

This book was witty, mysterious, and perfect for fans of the Finlay Donovan series!

This is exactly what you would expect from the title and it’s giving Promising Young Woman and You vibes in the best way. Kitty Collins is the perfect personification of the anger women face in the world.

I want to first say that none of the characters in this book are very like-able expect for maybe Charlie. But I think that’s the point. Brent gives us very complex characters who don’t always make the “right” decision and most of the time act on instinct or impulse.

This book is full of twists I didn’t expect coming, a hint of spice that I found surprising, and a lot of moments that really made me stop and think.

I do want to say that this is not a light read. The content is heavy and much deeper than just the surface level of a woman fighting back and killing men. There are deeper themes of criticism of social structures, misogyny, sexual assault, pedophilia, suicide, etc. (There are no content warnings at the beginning of this book so please be cautious of these heavy themes)

These deeper themes were unexpected but added the depth that this story needed. I also appreciated the representation of female rage in this story as well. I think it was a true representation of how women think and feel on a daily basis but it was exaggerated to a level that would make anyone understand what women go through every day.

Speaking on structure of the book, I really enjoyed that each chapter was a different location. This made it really easy to read through and also easy to put the book down if needed. I haven’t read a book structured this way but it made it a much faster read.

Despite being outside of the genres I typically read, I found this to be an insightful, entertaining, and thrilling story. I couldn’t put this book down and I will definitely be reading more from this author.

(*Review is already posted on GoodReads. It will be posted on Instagram on release day @makennasbookclub)

I was immediately pulled into this story holding my breath. The author knows how to keep a reader’s attention. I stayed up late reading more because there were no drawn out paragraphs or chapters. It has a Dexter feel to it, but with a female killer. She ends up doing what all women, who have been assaulted, wish they could do to the men. Things are going smoothly for her until some twists come into play. I found myself laughing, holding my breath, and slight anxiety throughout this book. I absolutely loved it! If you love a good thriller with Dexter vibes, grab this one!

If you're exhausted with the never-ending atrocities that men commit against women, you may enjoy this one. It was a bit of a Dexter, morally-grey vibe to it. I couldn't stop reading because I just had to know what crazy thing Kitty would do next. Is it realistic? Well, not really. But if you are willing to just go along for the ride, it's a fun one. I did appreciate that Brent included some of the unintended side-effects of vigilante justice as well. I definitely recommend this one!

A huge thank you to the author and the publisher for providing an e-ARC via Netgalley. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book.

Dark and hard to read at times but I like the concept of an avenging angel serial killer. A female Joe Goldberg but with more of a rightful mission lol. Good twists and really liked Charlie. Unlike anything I've ever read. Could be a series tbh and has us rooting for her and her love!

This book was snarky, violent, unbelievable and just so GOOD.

Kitty Collins is an Instagram Influencer who has a secret hobby --- killing scummy men. The fact that she is the reluctant heiress of a meat empire makes for easy disposal of her prey. But one of her followers is watching her every move -- and she will have to outsmart her stalker to stay out of jail.

This book was sarcastic and filled with lots of dark humor that I loved. Not for the faint of heart!

Thank you Harper 360 and netgalley for giving me this ARC.

I really enjoyed this book. I love an unlikeable protagonist and Kitty Collins is that. She's the stereotypical instagram influencer that had money first who happens to be a serial killer. There are times you want her to be caught, but others you definitely want her to succeed. I ended up loving the way her past was sprinkled into the story as it progressed. Very much Dexter vibes, in a good way.

What a roller coaster ride! Kitty is an Influencer AND a killer. She wants to get rid of men who rape, beat, and abuse women. Yet tries to live a normal life. If the reader can suspend belief at times, you'd really enjoy this book! Fast and enjoyable read. Kitty to the rescue! And some how I don't feel bad about the victims. 4 stars

Of course, the title and cover got me. The whole book wasn’t realistic at all, but I was totally expecting that. It’s dark, witty, sarcastic and fast paced throughout. There was a lot of name dropping and pop culture jargon but that just made Kitty much more believable as the deceptive and annoying character she’s supposed to be. And she wasn’t ashamed of any of it. There was one point in the book where my heart just dropped (right before Kitty also went into shock), but I still wanted to know what would happen. So yes; I was hooked. The ending? Clever. Very much on brand.

I received a digital ARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher, in return for my honest opinion.

If you like Dexter you will enjoy this one. It had some funny moments. It was a very interested Kitty Collins character that I loved instantly. I would remind everyone that this is not a cute cozy book. It was dark and wonderful loved every page.
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This book was so fun!! It kept me entertained the whole time! I highly suggest it to those who like a thrill with a little bit of humor mixed in!

I. Loved. This! This book was a great break from some of the others out right now! It was a fun and quick read that leaves you cheering for the main character and all her flaws!

I loved this one! Definitely for the fans of Finalay Donovan. I loved the general concept of this book and how love/hope was still in this book. The only thing I would have liked more was I just wish it was a bit more punchy with the twists. I loved the double cross at the end but I feel like the relationship could have been exploited more. So excited to continue the series!

I learned a lot from reading this book.

-Killing is good for your complexion and instagram follower count.

-Men should come with wristbands so we can tell the difference between the good ones and the bad ones. Women should display a copy of this book to remind men that we are the ones handing out the wristbands.

-Sarcasm and a healthy ego makes killing more palatable.

-Dexter might not be the best role model.

I had such a good time reading this book!

I must admit the title intrigued me, thinking this was another cute light read with a tough feminist allegory. However, it was anything but that! Dark and gritty, and at times super gory, this story shows exactly how tough women can be - and how far we can go to get what we want.

The small mystery of "who is Kitty's stalker" turns into the best twist in the book.

I loved the pace of the story that kept the pages turning - and the ending that was absolutely *chef's kiss*!

How to Kill Men and Get Away With It gives off total Dexter vibes. This was not at all what I expected, and surprisingly I ended up loving this.

This has major Dexter plus Killing Eve vibes. This is the conundrum of if a murderer kills a murderer ( or one who commits major violence towards women) is it a crime? This continues my trend of reading about influencers but this one is fun, bloody, and suspenseful. I have a feeling this is not the last we have seen of Kitty Collins.