Rachel Harrison is one of my favorite authors. It's like she's speaking directly to my soul somehow. This time she finally gives us her take on vampires with So Thirsty, which is really a treatise on maturing female friendship, the fear of aging, regret, and fear of change. But with vampires and some gore and some absolutely wild action scenes. There's even a dash of romance, which I wasn't sure if she could pull off with the page count, but wound up being just the right amount.

I don't know, everything this woman writes is gold.

Rachel Harrison has truly mastered the spookiest plat lines. I enjoyed this thriller and appreciate the attention to detail in Harrison’s writing. Sometimes thrillers feel redundant, but her stories are very unique. I look forward to reading her next work!

I’ve never ever met a vampire book I didn’t like and So Thirsty keeps the tradition strong.

Why these women would ever go party with randoms omitting this creepy vibe, I can’t tell you. They did themselves no favours.

Overall I really enjoyed this

The author of Such Sharp Teeth and Black Sheep is back with a genre mashup up horror and thrills with the lovely story of best friends underneath.

Sloane Parker is a woman not living life to the fullest. Her husband is not loyal, her job is a dead end. What she does have, is a sparkling best friend that does her best to drag her into life. When Naomi makes a split decision for Sloane's birthday, the two are forced to deal with the horror that follows.

What comes next is brilliant and the book I always needed. Harrison juggles multiple genres at once and patches together a story that I never want to end. I am sure this is not possible but please! A sequel! Or Rachel, come be my best friend #berkleypublishing #berkley #sothirsty #rachelharriosn

Sink your teeth into this best friend’s forever story, that will give you plenty to chew on. This book is about starting over when life takes you on unexpected turns and about the rare friendships that are for life. There are concepts presented in this book about mortality and aging that are honest yet full of grace. This is a book that lends perspective to friendships, relationships and embracing the inevitability of giving in to what you actually want. Rachel Harrison has a knack of exploring modern problems through the lens of horror and the supernatural. If you like stories that are fun, fresh, heart-felt, and witty with a dash of cynicism and just a little bit spooky then she’s the perfect read..

This was very entertaining, and in true Rachel Harrison fashion she gets away with writing that makes you squirm and smile at all of the moving parts. Her version of vampires is intense, and bloody, but the highlight of the story is the friendship itself. Watching two best friends navigate a life changing alteration was a lot of fun. This won’t be my absolute favorite book of hers because I miss some of the cozy elements her writing used to bring, but it’s perfect for vampire lovers who want something fun.

Always love a good vampire book lol

This one was okay for me. I enjoyed the campy horror, but I have enjoyed some of her previous books more. There was a lot going on in the story. Friendship struggles, relationship issues, possible new relationships, and ofc managing the new “thirst.”

The ending was a bit confusing. Glad there was an epilogue or I wouldn’t have really known what happened.

If you like campy horror or vampire stories, try this one out!

And Ms. Harrison knocks it out of the park with another twisted tale of the weird and crazy. I liked this take on vampires. A word to the wise, there is no skimpy on gory details of vampirism in this book. You have been warned. I liked the flawed friendship that I wasn't sure what would happen to them by the end of the book, it was a very intriguing read. Is this book for all readers, definitely not, but for those that like a different take on anything weird, you should check out all of Ms. Harrison's books.!

Rachel Harrison is once again amazing. This tale of best friends suddenly having to navigate eternity with each other is grounded in two enjoyable and fully realized characters. My only problem was that I wished there was more. Some events were a little glossed over instead of giving the reader the time they deserved. Hello husband dump!! But as always Harrison is a must read.

Rachelllll!! I loved this! So creepy and eerie! Kinda wish I would have saved it for closer to Halloween but none the less, glad I read it! I thought the pacing was perfect, loved the characters, and the plot was awesome!!

Sloane lives a small life, free from risk but full of worry. Her husband sends her on a birthday trip with her best friend, Naomi, and what should be a relaxing weekend takes a horrifying turn.

I enjoyed the friendship between Sloane and Naomi. They were both so frustrating and realistic. Naomi got them into a situation that there's no coming back from and they both paid a steep price. The vampire storyline was backseat to the friendship storyline, and to be honest, I wish we'd gotten more backstory from the vampires. I would've also liked to see more horror scenes. I really enjoy Harrison's writing style, and Ms. Alice was absolutely terrifying, but I wish more of that horror was present in this story, and a lot sooner, too. This book felt very short and I wanted more.

I think I actually dislike female friendship novels? I couldn’t quite pin it but this felt a bit boring and I DNF it. But I’m giving it an even 3 stars because it’s probably more of a me issue than the book

Naomi and Sloane are best friends and complete opposites. Sloane likes everything to be planned out and enjoys her nice, normal (if boring) life with her husband. Naomi travels the world and lives la vie boheme.
For her birthday Sloane's husband purchases her a hotel so she can get away with her best friend, Naomi. Of course, Naomi takes her out for a night she will never forget.
Told with Harrison's ability to make the very dark seem funny, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The setting was great, and it was lighthearted for the subject matter.
Ultimately, the story was about friendship...and blood.

Full of Harrison’s signature wit, this was a glorious look at the bonds of a forever friendship and choosing yourself, and was a bloody fun read!

Rachel Harrison does it again. An incredible plot woven together to explore what it means to be human. I love how easy it is to slide into the main character’s shoes, forcing you to feel everything she feels. Harrison’s voice is always one I’m happy to let run free in my head. This story is fast-paced, with so many nightmares coming together in just a few days. Every time I picked up this book, I felt like I was hanging out with friends who were through into an impossible situation. Oh, and the prose, so good. There were multiple points where I had to stop and reread, not because I didn’t understand it, but because giving it just a single read was a disservice to how beautiful the words were put together. Also, vampires! Highly recommend to anyone wanting to try horror for the first time, or for people who love horror and want to see how well it can be done.

I had a really fun time with this story! The main characters were flushed out well and felt, at their core, very relatable. It was refreshing to see two women taking life by the horns and finding their own place in it. I was so worried Sloane would fall back into bad habits, but was pleasantly impressed with how much she grew into herself by the end of the book. I think the only downside to this story is that it fell flat on the horror aspect. Yes, we deal with the supernatural, but the atmosphere felt more cozy than spine-chilling. Otherwise, I would still recommend this book for anyone who loves vampires and women who stand their ground.

I’ve heard nothing but great things about Rachel Harrison: Black Sheep has been called a fresh horror story and I was excited to read So Thirsty. I enjoyed the exploration of aging and it’s effects on women but other than that I never really connected with Harrison and her writing.

Harrison is one of the handful of authors whose books are an auto-buy for me, and she doesn't disappoint. Character- and character-dynamic-based horror at its finest.

Sloane Parker, a woman on the brink of a midlife crisis, finds herself at a crossroads when her husband sends her and her best friend, Naomi, on a birthday getaway. Anticipating a weekend of relaxation, Sloane is caught off guard by Naomi's assertive plan to shake up her routine. As the friends embark on a night out with strangers, their lives take a sinister turn. A series of shocking events unfold, leaving Sloane and Naomi grappling with the aftermath. Harrison masterfully weaves a tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, questioning the limits of friendship and the consequences of longing. Sloane's character arc is particularly compelling. Her journey from apathy to empowerment is both heartbreaking and inspiring. She grapples with her own shortcomings and the betrayals she has endured, ultimately finding strength and resilience within herself. The novel explores the complexities of friendship and the ways in which it can both sustain and unravel us. Naomi, a force of chaos, challenges Sloane to confront her fears and live life on her own terms. However, their bond is tested by the secrets they keep and the choices they make. Harrison's writing is sharp, witty, and infused with a subtle eroticism. She deftly depicts the sensual nature of Sloane's experiences, adding an extra layer of tension and intrigue. So Thirsty is a bloody, seductive thriller that will linger in the minds of readers long after they finish the final page. Harrison's exploration of desire, friendship, and the search for fulfillment is both thought-provoking and unsettling. It is a novel that will leave you questioning the nature of your own relationships and the choices you make in the face of adversity.

I’m such a massive fan of Rachel Harrison! For the uninitiated, Harrison almost always combines female friendship with the supernatural. Think “Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants” but with buckets of blood. On the supernatural side of things Rachel’s books have covered werewolves, Satan, witches, and I’m pretty sure the wendigo was in there too. There’s a monster missing from this list and “So Thirsty” clears that omission right up. That’s right, it’s time for a Rachel Harrison vampire romp!

Once again, Harrison excels at crafting female friendships that are complex, flawed, and wholly realistic. There’s so much humor and heart in her books and that trend continues here. I really enjoyed the vampire aspects as well. It’s campy and fun and fresh enough to be worth reading, even if you’re over the genre. 4 stars and a huge thanks to Berkley Publishing Group and NetGalley for the ARC.