3.5⭐️ The premise grabbed me from the start - survivors of DV, a support group and a serial killer. First of all I appreciate how much this book really drives home the lack of support for survivors and accountability for abuses.

The first half of the book you are thinking along the lines as the police investigation as to who The Caretaker is (unless you remember the title of the book). When it becomes clear who The Caretaker isn’t, the story really shifts. The pace is really consistent throughout which makes it an easy read.

I saw another reviewer comment about how some things seemed unresolved or left open and I agree. I’m hopeful there will be a sequel because I think there’s a lot left in the overall story.

Potential spoilers ahead.

I really enjoyed this book, the subject matter is heavy. I found myself really cringing away from the violence against women but that it the reality of the world and reality of being a women.

The one the chapter POVs were written was really clever between the investigation, the crimes and the support group. I would’ve liked to see some more scenes at the end my maybe there will be more. I would’ve liked have loved to see the detectives story play out and maybe see her go to the caretaker and have her ex taken care of.

In conclusion, I loved it!!!

Oh my. This book was wicked! I was hooked by the title alone but once I started reading I could not stop. What a topic. A group of women who have been subjected to domestic violence from their partners form the Serial Killer Support Group and boy does the story just run from there. It’s a very clever and devious story but I absolutely loved it. The partners of these men start being bashed or murdered by someone who calls himself The Caretaker. Right from the start the signs point to a person who works where the support group meets, but then in a clever twist the real Caretaker is exposed and you follow his journey as he gets revenge for the women of the group. As well as the detective who knows that people are involved but cannot prove it. .No spoilers but the ending….. and this only being the first in this series is super exciting and I cannot wait for the next instalment. One of the best books I have read in a while and if I could give it ten stars I would!
Thanks to NetGalley and the author for providing a copy of this book for my honest feedback. When the book is released make sure you grab a copy. You won’t be disappointed.

My first ever book by @darrensully and what a rollercoaster! Straight into the action from Chapter 1 and twists and turns the whole way through. I was convinced I knew the villain in the first half of the book and then was promptly proved wrong. A story that will keep you guessing the whole way throughout whilst tackling some tricky subjects in a sensitive but challenging way. 10/10 recommended read- now off to go explore Sullivan’s backlist of titles!

The Serial Killer Support Group by D B Stephens

The first in a series , and what a series this book promises to be.
I was totally engrossed in the book from the first chapter , loved the fact It was quite female led characters and was really rooting for Jess . Loved her.
A great plot , introducing all the key characters for future books in the series.
Thrilling , suspense , twists and,at times edge of your seat. What more could you want ?
Brilliant.

I loved this book so much. I thought I had it completely figured out....and then I didn't and then I didn't see the end coming and I am praying that this is the first of a series because I need more answers!!

This was a wild ride, trigger warnings all over the place for DV, physical assault and more. This bin didn't go in the direction I expected AT ALL and in the lighter moments it was a lot of fun!

This is one your need to read for yourself, can't say too much about the plot as it will give the twists away but this is one just to dive into!

Ahhh so I am a HUGE Freida McFadden fan, and if you like her style of thrillers, this one is 100% for you 🙊

What a ride! I read this book in less than 24hours, I didn't want to put it down! What a great plot, and the author did so well writing in the twists and turns! Also some absolutely bada*s female characters absolutely dominated this book! It was a total girl power thriller book with really strong female leads 😍

This is my first time reading this Author, and I cannot wait to read more of his books down the track!

As soon as I was granted this ARC I couldn't wait to read it. Half way through there is a twist that I never saw coming. The book is about Jess, she has an abusive partner and enough is enough. She gets help from the Domestic Abuse group and this is where the story begins.

Some areas are a little gory but very believable.

I'm very happy that this will be part of a series. I cannot wait to read the future books.

Thank you NetGalley and the Publisher for this ARC. I cannot wait for book 2!

This was a fun trip into the world of serial killers and support groups.

It was also a gripping look at the effects of domestic violence (particularly toward women, but also including men).
Definitely some red herrings that were very convincing before the big reveal.

A series I will keep an eye on and keep reading!

The title definitely caught my attention,imagine a room full of serial killers. How very interesting 🤔
The dark humour was good, but the story was slow paced for me, and the characters didn't develop as much as I expected them to. Hopefully, they will grow more in the next book in the series.
In the end, the story didn't really deliver what the title promised.
Overall, it was a good read that could have been so much better.
Thanks to Netgalley and Harper Collins UK for the Arc.

This book made me question my morals. Jess Pendle has been invited to join a support group for female survivors of domestic violence. Turns out this group has support from “the Caretaker” who gets even with them womens’ abusers. Likeable characters with unlikable stories told from different perspectives made this twisty, couldn’t put it down book, extremely enjoyable to read. Even the police detective, Sophie, brings a unique perspective to the story. You should definitely read this book!

3.75 / 5 Stars
This book was super enthralling and I was deeply in it until the last 1% of the book. In “The Serial Killer Support Group,” we follow Jess Pendle, a domestic violence survivor. She has just decided to leave her partner, Lewis, and the hospital recommended a support group for fellow domestic violence survivors. But soon, the exes of the women in this group start being killed by a vigilante. And we follow the mystery of these killings.

The story is told in a really unique way. We have chapters in first person POV from Jess, third person POV from the vigilante, third person POV from the detective on the case, and text messages between the support group. It was really cool to read it from all of those perspectives and I thought reading it in first person POV helped you really understand Jess and her experience as a DV survivor while reading it in third person helped you feel the detachment of the vigilante from his crimes. I have thought a lot about why the detective’s chapters were in third person (it felt like an English class paper in my brain) and I think it is because the system, including the police, have failed these survivors in many ways and maybe by using third person, we get to feel how how the women in the support group felt - disconnected from this system? Either way, it was a really cool narrative device.

While the topics in this book are heavy (domestic violence and murder), it was really hard to put down. And there was a fun twist that I didn’t see coming which is always delightful. I was super onboard with all of the explanations until the very, very end of the book. Without any spoilers, the last plan that was discussed felt like it had so many holes that it was like discounted Swiss cheese. Nonetheless, I think many folks would enjoy this book. Perhaps just don’t read it before bed (more of a reminder to myself perhaps).

Thank you to HarperCollins UK (One More Chapter) and NetGalley for providing this eARC! All opinions are my own.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Collin’s UK/One More Chapter for a complimentary early release copy of The Serial Killer Support Group by DB Stephen’s.

The Serial Killer Support Group is a read that held my attention from the beginning. I liked all of our characters and I’m glad that we get multiple perspectives throughout the book! The premise of the story is an interesting one indeed! I got hooked immediately from the first “The Caretaker” chapter, I found their parts to be thrilling and I really liked the way in which things had played out for those.

While I enjoyed this book I wouldn’t particularly say that I found any of the twist to be surprising it still didn’t lack that thrilling/dramatic element though. I was kind of hoping something more would be done with Sophie Salam character but I’m seeing in some of the other reviews that this might potentially become a series! (I couldn’t find anything on NetGalley or Goodreads but I seen on Libby that the series is called The Secret Vigilante) I’m interested to see what the next books will include, maybe we’ll get more of the caretaker or another vigilante name!

The ending is opened ended and I’m hoping for a certain scene with the caretaker, perhaps we will get it in the next book. I would definitely be interested in continuing the adventure of this serial killer support group.I liked the friends but I would have really liked to see more of their personalities come through maybe in the series we’ll see more of the healing process for them. Overall I’m pleased with this book, It was a quick enjoyable read with short chapters!

The Serial Killer Support Group by D.B. Stephens is a clever, darkly humorous, and unexpectedly heartwarming story. The characters, each with their own unique backstory, are well-developed and engaging, making it easy to get caught up in their journey. Stephens blends suspense with humor effortlessly, creating a fresh and intriguing take on the mystery genre. The pacing was spot on, and I really enjoyed the twists and turns along the way. If you’re a fan of quirky, suspense-filled mysteries with a touch of humor, this book is definitely worth checking out.

Unfortunately, this one was a DNF for me. The premise? Intriguing. The execution? Not so much. I was expecting something dark, clever, and maybe even a little twistedly fun, but instead, it felt… flat. The pacing dragged, and I just couldn’t connect with the story or characters enough to keep going.

I quite enjoyed this book about vigilante justice against abusers. I couldn't help but root for the women in this book. Fast paced read that was hard to put down.

vigilante justice at its finest. i loved all these women and wanted the best for them all. SO psyched this is going to be a series!!

Jess is quite literally living a nightmare. After a particularly rough night, she ends up in the hospital. It’s obvious where her injuries came from and Jess finally feels strong enough to come forward. When she learns that the law isn’t as much on her side as she had hoped, she turns to a domestic violence support group. Suddenly, the men of some of the women in this group are being threatened and exposed.

I really enjoyed this book and I liked the different perspectives. The short chapters kept the timeline moving while keeping the story fast paced and interesting. I was not expecting the twist. I’m interested that this is part of a series and we will continue to see Jess and Sophie.

Women protecting women was the theme throughout this book. I loved the characters in the book & the way they evolved, I loved the storyline, plenty of twists & turns to keep me guessing. I flew through this book as I couldn't wait to find out what happens. A five star entry ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️