I really enjoyed this book. I came off reading a cute rom com, so it took a minute to get into it since the genre was so different, but then I couldn’t put it down. I loved seeing the story wind up and unravel while trying to suss out who the murderer was.

The detail that was put into this book was fascinating and I loved every minute of it. Definitely a great read!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This was a little different than I thought it would be, but in the best way possible. I was captivated by the story from the get go. Great read for those who love any and everything involving serial killers, the mystery behind it and legacies that follow them around.

This was a solid read. The story held up well, a little slow at times, and I did find my mind wandering. This is a good one for a rainy day and a cup of tea/coffee.

Loved the main character and the satisfying ending. Some of the investigations into paper trails were a bit complex and hard to follow, but overall this was an enjoyable read.

Capri Sanzio found out at a young age that her grandfather was thought to be the serial killer Overkill Bill. Her father's refusal to discuss the case kept her from fully investigating but she always had the feeling that he was not guilty of the crime. As an adult Capri turned her interest in crime into a business proving serial killer tours in San Francisco. When a copycat killer strikes Capri thinks it might finally be time to fully investigate the case. Especially after her ex mother in law cuts off funds for her daughter's school. Capri's life is thrown up in the air as the next victim of the copycat is her ex mother in law. The police first suspect Capri and then her daughter in the killings. Capri decides to get involved in the investigation to clear their names.n I really enjoyed the climax of the story dealing with Sylvia's killer. The outcome of the story dealing with the grandfather was less successful for me but it is difficult to discuss without giving spoilers. I do hope this will turn into a series. It feels like a perfect set up for it. I would happily read more books about Capri's tours and investigations.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is not my preferred genre but i really enjoyed this. It had plenty of twists that kept me guessing.

Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the chance to read this eARC!

This was a really cool and very different story. I really enjoyed the serial killer aspect and the San Francisco serial killer tour aspect.
What I didn’t love was the writing. There were parts of the book that were overly wordy and flowery, and I had to reread entire pages sometimes to understand what the author was trying to say.
Overall a 3 star, I would read another book from this author.

I thought this story had so much promise from the description.

Unfortunately I was not the candidate to write a review for the writing style. This story I believed would give more and I was . . . extremely bored.

It was okay then slow but still intriguing. I’m going to wait closer for the release date to reread without expectations and give a fair and honest review on GoodReads.

I love the Bay Area and this didn’t deliver.

Rating: 4.5
When I saw the name of the book, then read the synopsis, I knew I would be in for a ride.

The interwoven facts about the serial killers in the San Francisco was very well done.. The information both floored and fascinated me.

Capricorn “Capri”, the daughter of an accountant and flower child, granddaughter of a serial killer, and ex-wife of an old-money family. Oh, and she runs Serial Killer Tours throughout San Francisco. Her diligence and strength when she received so much opposition drove the story. There are two mysteries for the price of one and I loved going along for the ride.

While I liked Capri, and her crew, I didn’t care for her daughter Morgan or ex-husband, Todd. I even liked Detective Petito of over those two. The only reason that this is material is because one of the reasons that Capri gets so involved is the suspicion around Morgan - mama bear trying to protect her cub.

This is not a book to speed read. No, this is a book your want leisurely read and sit with for bit, maybe even read again.

For once, I didn’t have to “scream at the book” about the use of technology. I did feel that a couple of things still were not resolved and that’s ok. I made a note about one of the characters early on in my reading, looking back now I should have paid more attention to.

There is a lot to like about this story but I do not recommend reading before bed, you may find yourself up all night unable to put the book down.

Thank you to #NetGalley for the opportunity to do an early read and share my thoughts on the story.
Happy Reading!

This was fantastic. I loved every second and couldn’t put it down. I had so much fun reading this. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this ARC!

This was a fun read about Capri, granddaughter of a convicted serial killer and owner of a serial killer tour company in San Francisco, who gets thrown into the middle of a double murder investigation. The murderer being a copycat of her grandfather.

It was a good read, fast paced, well researched, with interesting characters. It did get slightly annoying a few times when the main character, who was supposedly a competent sleuth, was slow to put even simple puzzle pieces together. But it does get bonus points and it ends up having multiple mysteries to solve!

Overall, though, I really enjoyed this book, and would definitely recommend it if you're interested in serial killers and their stories!

Capri gives serial killer tours in San Francisco. Her grandfather was the infamous killer“Overkill Bill”. Copy cat murder start happening around Capri and her family. Capri must solve the murders and try and prove her grandfather’s innocence for the murders from the past. This is a cozy mystery without all the gore. Fast paced with twists that keep you interested.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this ARC**

Capri Sanzio gives serial killer tours around San Francisco. She also happens to be the granddaughter of the infamous serial killer Overkill Bill. So when copycat murders happen 30 plus years later, she’s drawn to the case. The Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco had me quickly turning the pages late into the night. Fresh, unique storyline with a who-dun-it that kept me guessing right up to the end. This would make a great series!

*ARC provided by NetGalley for an honest review.

Thank you St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the e arc. This book combines two things I love: San Francisco and true crime. We start off with our main character, Capri, who makes a living as a tour guide for true crime landmarks in San Francisco. She is well known as the grand child of the convicted killer, Overkill Bill, who murdered women back in the 60's, even though she doubts his guilt. When a series of murders committed in the almost exact same way as the original killer starts popping up throughout the area, targeting Capri's close family, she quickly attempts to figure out who the real killer is in order to avoid her or her daughter being falsely thrown into prison for the murders as top suspects. Along the way, she also attempts to find proof that the police locked away the wrong man from the murders that occurred decades ago. I love books that have the perfect combination of cozy vibes but also dark forebodings. This novel had the perfect balance of intrigue and mystery while also making me eager to find out all the secrets that the wealthy families of San Francisco are hiding. It is incredible what the old Victorian mansions of San Francisco could potentially be hiding and anyone could be the killer. I'm definitely a sucker for solving decades old cold cases/wrongful convictions in books. 4 stars.

3.5 stars

Capri runs her own company that gives tours of the San Francisco area's famous serial killers and their trails of victims. Her own grandfather was a convicted serial killer, but she was on a quest to prove his innocence or prove definitively that he was rightfully convicted. Then two women are brutally murdered with the same M.O. as her long deceased grandfather, and Capri becomes a suspect.

This novel is a mystery, not a suspense or thriller, and the plot was well thought out. It is similar in style to the Aurora Teagarden mysteries, and I can see this as a series as well.

I think the characters need to be more detailed, and there was very little interaction between any of the characters. Capri was just processing this whole thing on her own with help from Ryan, who seemed to have missed his calling in the IT department of a major firm.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Such a fun spin on the usual thrillers that are out there! Loved the setting, the quirky characters, and generally the storyline. It was slow in some parts but overall an enjoyable story!

This is a great little murder mystery book with family drama and a cold case to boot. I liked the main character, Capri and think she is a smart, strong, determined character and dives in head first to make sure she isn't held responsible for a murder she didn't commit. I will say I was surprised about who the killer ended up being and I didn't see it coming. I liked the descriptions of San Francisco and Alcatraz and having visited SF several years back it brought back memories.

I think this book will appeal to many readers who are looking for an engaging, thought filled murder mystery.

Thank you NetGalley, St. Martin's Press | Minotaur Books and Michelle Chouinard for a copy of the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Capri had to grow up in the shadow of her grandfather, Overkill Bill- a convicted serial killer.
When her ex-mother-in-law is killed in the same "overkill" way, she's drawn into both cases.
This book sits you with Capri as she tries to help solve the current murder to clear her and her daughter's name and try to solve the decades old crimes to clear her grandfather's name.

Fast paced, and full of twists, I enjoyed this one.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an early copy for review.

I really enjoyed this book! Ever tried to solve a case from decades ago and go through one at the same time?
That’s exactly what Capri did! There was so many times I thought I had it figured out and then something else would make me question it!
The ending definitely threw me for a loop and I love when that happens!
Thank you NetGalley for sharing this book with me!

Capri Sanzio runs a serial killers tour guide in San Francisco. You could say it’s the perfect job for her since he’s the granddaughter of famous serial killer William “overkill bill” Sanzio.

When her daughter’s college tuition is cut off from her grandma, Capri needs to come up with money fast to help. She decides to write a book and start a podcast to help raise money but also prove her grandfather’s innocence.

When Capri decides to start this process word comes out that her mother in law, Sylvia, is murdered is a copycat style of her late serial killer grandfather. Capri is determined to find who this copycat killer may be and to prove her own innocence!

My thoughts:
I love all the little facts about real serial killers throughout the book!

There are so many twists and turns and secondary characters!

I wanted there to be more dialogue between the characters. I feel like the book was mostly focused on internal thoughts of Capri. And while I wanted to love her, she was quick to jump from clue to clue, almost rushed. Most of the books dialogue was Capri’s assumptions of people’s actions. I would have loved more interactions with her daughter, helping solve the mystery.

Overall, I enjoyed the book! I loved the originally of the mystery! A few times I thought I had the killer figured out only to be surprised!

Thank you NetGalley, St. Martins Press and Minotaur Books for the ARC copy!