This was a super fun and fast read! Once I got started I didn't want to stop listening! This was my 1st book by Michelle Chouinard but it will not be my last, as I am adding all of her books to my TBR! I can't wait to see what she writes next!

Great story, with many ups and downs. I loved that the heroine was connected to the crime, that was a new twist. Overall a fast and fun read. Highly recommended.

This was a fun one! It's kind of a cross between true crime and popular fiction, which isn't my usual pick, but I really enjoyed this read!
Having lived in the San Francisco area, I was entertained to revisit some places I hadn't seen in a while. I did want more descriptions of the scenery at times, but there was enough on the page to conjur up images and awareness of the city.
Journeying with Capri as she grappled with her grandfather's notoriety was a trip. Her organized serial killer tours was clearly an effort to memorialize her grandfather, which I loved.
Toss that in with the police's suspicion of her involvement in a copycat series of murders and this book made for a fun read.
Thank you to Netgalley and Minotaur Books for my egalley!

Unfortunately this one just wasn't for me. I felt zero connection to the characters and the plot was not drawing me in the way I had hoped. I did finish the novel but did not care about the outcome.

This is my first Michelle Chouinard book and I loved it!

The story was very well written and kept me engaged throughout. It was filled with action and suspense, and i was still guessing at the very end! Thanks for the gifted copy of this one!

The title drew me in with serial killer and San Francisco and I was not disappointed. This was a very entertaining mystery who done it. The characters were likable, and I love the San Fran setting. Will be recommending this book!

I liked this book a lot. I was born in SF and lived there for the first decade of my life, but don’t remember much about it, and reading this book connected me back to it all and made me remember stuff I had forgotten. I liked the main character, and the way the book was written. I would definitely read more from this author.

This is my first Michelle Chouinard book and I loved it! The flow of the story was so well written, it kept me wanting more the whole way through. There was action, suspense and mystery. I like think I’m pretty sure at solving these mysteries before the end of the book but this one definitely shocked me! Would highly recommend.

This was such a fun read! Love the plot of the this book! I thought it was such a fun and unique way to do a mystery! Definitely recommend giving this one a read!

The ending was not as exciting as I was hoping. BUT the entire story was well-written and kept me intrigued.

Overall really enjoyed this one! I found some of the investigation jargon a bit tough to read through and it wasn’t that interesting and kind of confusing but really liked fthe characters, especially Capri! The ending is what sold it to me and bumped this from a 3.5 to 4 star read! A fun modern cozy mystery

This was not what I was expecting, but I had a lot of fun with this cozy mystery. This book follows Capri a woman who’s the granddaughter of a known serial killer. Knowing her grandfather claims he’s innocent, Capri trying to prove her grandfathers innocence learned a lot about serial killers. She gives serial killer tours with this info. When Capris ex mother in law cuts off her daughter’s tuition and shows up dead, Capri and her daughter become persons of interest. Trying to prove her and her daughter’s innocence Capri starts investigating on her own. This was a good cozy mystery that kept me interested throughout. The characters were entertaining and the mystery kept me guessing. I was surprised by the ending and had a good time throughout. There were a few places where the pacing felt a little slow but look forward to reading more from this author in the future. I would like to thank NetGalley and the publishers for a chance to read this book for an honest review.

In this quirky mystery novel, Capri Sanzio is a tour guide to all the serial killer spots in San Francisco, and her grandfather is one of the most notorious serial killers. Although Capri questions if he actually is a serial killer after all. When bodies start dropping being killed with her grandfather's MO, she kicks her investigation into his innocence into high gear. Unfortunately, the killer strikes too close to home, and Capri herself becomes a suspect. I really enjoyed the ebb and flow of this novel. It made for interesting reading!

Capri Sanzio owns a serial killer tour company in San Francisco. She became interested in true crime as a child when she discovered that her grandfather William ‘Overkill Bill’ Sanzio was convicted of killing three women. But when her mother-in-law cuts off her daughter Morgan's tuition, Capri decides to write a book. The only problem is her dad who doesn't want to discuss his father. And Capri's mother-in-law's murder by a copycat killer further complicates her life. She must clear her and Morgan's names before Detective Petito arrests them both.
I really liked the history in this book! It features multiple historic sites with information about murder, crime and movie trivia.
Likewise, the author references self-awareness. She mentions various ways to manage with stress and our lizard brain as Capri copes with the police investigation, her childhood trauma and challenging family dynamics.
Plus, the writing is clever. Capri has a sense of humor that makes the book more enjoyable.
I didn't fully suspect the ending, and that was a surprise!
Capri uses her phone while driving a lot. Even though she "keeps her eyes on the road," this practice is dangerous.
I'm ready to read book number 2 in this series!

This is a creative and captivating murder mystery that I thoroughly enjoyed. The storyline is well-crafted, blending family drama with suspenseful twists and turns that kept me hooked from start to finish. The book is an entertaining read, and I highly recommend it.
Thank you Netgalley for the advanced reader copy for an honest review.

I happily admit that I had fun listening to THE SERIAL KILLER GUIDE TO SAN FRANCISCO by Michelle Chouinard and read by Stephanie Németh-Parker. I mean, we have the granddaughter of a convicted serial killer leading tours around San Franscisco’s notorious spots. Capri’s always been convinced her grandfather was innocent, and just when her friends convince her to start a podcast of her investigations into his innocence, a victim of a copycat is found. When the second victim is her ex-mother-in-law, she becomes a suspect, as does her daughter (motive, of course). Now Capri is trying to clear herself and her daughter, while also trying to exonerate her grandfather.
Németh-Parker did an excellent job narrating, keeping me entertained. There were some surprises, which made this even more fun. I was excited to see this listed as book 1, I can’t wait to see what Chouinard had in store for Capri next.
Thank you to the publisher for the opportunity to listen to an advanced copy of the novel. All opinions are my own and freely given.
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This murder mystery set in San Francisco is an entertaining and atmospheric read. Capri, a tour guide specializing in serial killer lore and the granddaughter of a notorious murderer, must solve a present-day copycat killing to protect her family. While the mystery itself is solid but not groundbreaking, the real standout is the vivid depiction of San Francisco, with its famous landmarks and eerie fog adding depth to the story. Capri’s connection to her grandfather adds intrigue, though some plot elements, like Ryan’s over-the-top hacking skills, feel a bit contrived. A fun and suspenseful read, even if not entirely original. Three stars. Thanks to NetGalley and Minotaur Books for the ARC!

I loved this one! The granddaughter of a serial killer gives serial killer tours in San Francisco, but there’s a catch. She doesn’t believe her grandfather is actually guilty. When a copycat killer strikes all hell breaks loose and Capri is in the middle of it all.
Thank you #NetGalley and #StMartinsPress an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I received a free copy from NetGalley. What a great idea for a job for the main character. The details of the city combined with the family drama made for an original and interesting read.

Received a digital ARC of this book via NetGalley.

Naturally interested in true crime as her grandpa is an accused serial killer, Capri finds herself in the middle of a copycat killing. Everyone close to her is a suspect and she’s fighting to uncover the truth. The Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco is from a debut author and I’m excited to see where they take this series. This was a quick read that features a smart, determined lead female character.