Gia is an heiress whose fortune was given away to charity when her father passed away. Abby is her best friend who went to college on Gia’s family’s dime. When the past comes back to haunt them will they find out who the other really is?

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I don’t want to say too much about this book and ruin anything for anyone. I’m honestly not sure whether this is supposed to be a thriller, a mystery, or just a fiction book. The fact that I gave this book four stars speaks to its writing and content because I detested over half of the characters (which was the point but still, ugh.)

This was written in a dual point of view as well as different timeframes which reveals more info about what’s going on as you read through the book. As much as I didn’t like most of the characters, I was driven to keep reading due to the plot and wanting to see how it all played out.

At the end, I don’t know that we got closure. I left feeling more confused then when I entered the story and normally that would be annoying to me. I like when all the loose ends are tied up typically. But it was intentional by the author and it fit the vibe of the book so well that I didn’t mind.

So basically, it was a great story just don’t expect everything to be fleshed out in the end and be prepared to be annoyed with most of the characters most of the time. Don’t say I didn’t warn you!

Thanks to the author and Netgalley for the ARC.

Ladykiller by Katherine Wood is a deliciously dark psychological thriller that takes you deep into the twisted mind of its charismatic and ruthless protagonist. The book introduces a serial killer who is not only capable of murder but also of weaving a perfect facade of normalcy—until the cracks start to show. It's like watching a high-stakes game of cat and mouse, only the cat is disturbingly likable, and the mouse probably never stood a chance.

Wood's writing is sharp, with just the right amount of tension to keep you flipping pages, even when you know you're probably rooting for the wrong person. The narrative does a fantastic job of making you question your own moral compass. You’ll find yourself oddly sympathetic to the killer's charm, even as you're horrified by her actions. It’s a fine line between captivating and terrifying, and Wood walks it with finesse.

While the book is thrilling and gripping, the pacing can feel a bit uneven at times, with some sections dragging while others race ahead. Still, Ladykiller is a standout in the psychological thriller genre. If you enjoy a complex, morally ambiguous character study wrapped in a suspenseful package, this one is a must-read. Just don’t expect to sleep easily afterward!

Left with a lot of questions at the end but if that’s your jam, this won’t disappoint! Quick pace, easy read. Twisty! Perfect poolside read!

Ladykiller follows friends Abby and Gia. Gia is an heiress who has recently gone through a hasty marriage. Abby is a lawyer in an unfulfilling role. Gia didn’t show up to their planned tripped to Sweden. Realizing that Gia isn’t answering calls or texts Abby and, Gia’s brother, Benny go to Greece to pick through the pieces of her manuscript to find her.

This story started out pretty solid. I liked the introduction of characters and the backstory set up. About the halfway mark, I kept thinking “oh I have to know how this ends!” I think the author was going for a “fill in the blank” kind of ending that just left me a little disappointed. I would have liked a few more answers.

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

A little late to the game on this arc, but Ladykiller by Katherine Wood was such a gripping and exciting read! From the very first chapter, I was hooked. The story is full of twists and turns that kept me guessing all the way to the end. Character development was fabulous. It’s one of those books you don’t want to put down because you just have to know what happens next. Katherine Wood did an amazing job, and I’m excited to read more from her in the future!

Overall clunky writing and an unsatisfying conclusion. Thanks for the opportunity to read and review.

This book was just okay. I was really looking forward to reading it but unfortunately it fell flat for me.

I've tried multiple times to get into this book throughout the time I've had it, and I just keep forgetting to come back to it. On the surface the book should interest me, but I've been in a bit of a slump with thrillers. Of what I have read, this is something I would be interested in trying again when I'm more in the right mind space for it.

thanks to the publisher for the copy.

I tried to get into this story and while the concept was unique, the execution was a miss. I figured out what was going on before the 20% mark. The ending also left me unsatisified.

This was a perfect summer read and enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend and honestly perfect for a vacation if you’re reading on a beach

Stunning cover and the description of the Greek island really put me in the place, which I loved. But the story fell a bit flat for me. I couldn't get any real sense of the two main characters truly being friends, and Gia was quite irritating and clueless. The pacing felt off, so it didn't always hold my interest. Wish I could've liked this more because the premise was strong, but it just didn't deliver for me.

My thanks to Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine/Bantam, the author and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I’ve really enjoyed previous books by Katherine St. John (now writing as Katherine Wood), as they’ve been fun, escapist thrillers set in posh beach locations. Her newest is no exception—it’s soapy and breezy, set on a private estate on a Greek island owned by an heiress named Gia. Told from dual perspectives—Gia’s manuscript and her childhood best friend Abby—the story unfolds as Gia goes missing and secrets from their past begin to surface. It’s twisty, steamy, and super fast-paced.

That said, it has an open ending, which I wasn’t a huge fan of, as I prefer a bit more closure. But this would make a great book club read, as there’s plenty of room for speculation about how it all wraps up.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC! All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I was excited about this read when I first picked it up, but unfortunately the execution fell a little flat for me. Although the pacing was good, I was left very disappointed by the ambiguous nature of the ending. All that being said, I do think I would've enjoyed the experience more if I'd gone in blind, and therefore would still recommend this to thriller lovers looking for stories centered around toxic friendships.

I don’t know what I was expecting from this book, but I was hoping for…more.

This story takes place in beautiful Greece and I was all about the location and scenery. But I found the cast of characters to be quite unsavory, all of them were unreliable (both characteristics are fine if they make a good story!), and frankly I didn’t feel a connection to any of them. And the ending was ambiguous and at the very least I was hoping for some type of resolve but I was only left with more questions.

The book was fine. I liked the writing style and there were parts of the story where I felt really invested, like when I thought we were going to spill some tea… but then the spill turned out to be more of a dribble and the tea was more like lukewarm water. I thought there was a lot of potential for a really twisty, sinister plot, and it felt more like the author couldn’t fully commit to any of her characters committing a felony.

I didn’t mind this book, but I don’t think it was enough for me to be thinking about it for days or give that “omg you have to read this now!” recommendation.

3 stars.

I unfortunately had to DNF this book as it didn't hold my interest. Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review it.

Owwww, I loved the intrigue in this book. Loved the setting, Greece, loved the many twists and turns. It truly was a page turner!

I was initally drawn to the cover of this book and the description! I was happily surpised when I started reading it, this story was very strong and kept me hooked for most of the book. It was very well written and created a good amount of suspense. The only feedback I have is that there were some loose ends that weren't tied up at the end of the book and it left you having to guess.

Overall I would reccomend to anyone who likes thriller novels.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! No spoilers. Beyond amazing I enjoyed this book so very much. The characters and storyline were fantastic. The ending I did not see coming Could not put down nor did I want to. Truly Amazing and appreciated the whole story. This is going to be a must read for many many readers. Maybe even a book club pick.

Thank you to NetGalley for the chance to read an early copy of this book. Book was fine, really good if you like the genre! I would read more from this author.

This was a bit of a let down. The twist was fairly obvious and I felt like the ending just petered out without a really suspenseful climax.