The ending was very unsatisfying. Kellie becomes famous for helping to catch a serial killer. Now her career is struggling, and she's writing a book about her infamous catch of the serial killer. Several murders in the area lead Kellie to realize she's too closely involved in a potential copy cat case. It was a quick read, and there were several good twists. However, I just didn't like Kellie and the ending was frustrating.

2.5 stars rounded up. This book was a case of strong start, meh rest for me. I skimmed a lot and never really got into the story or cared about the characters. The premise was fun though and I wouldn't say it was a bad thriller. It just didn't really work for me.

I read an ARC of this book from NetGalley. All comments are my own.

That was so good! Keeps you hooked from the beginning! Some great twists, and the ending was crazyyyyy. I did kinda HATE the main character with all my heart, but it's always kinda interesting when the narrator is not the hero and you kinda hate every thought they have haha. Also, pretty much all the characters are unlikable in some way, but because the plot is so engaging, it felt like it made up for that. It's definitely the kind of book you don't put down and read in one sitting - would deffo recommend if you want a good freaky mystery!!

Kelli is OBSESSED with murder, and doesn't just spend all her time reading and listening to true crime stories, but also covers murder for the paper, and visits a serial killer, whom she helped catch, regularly to discuss murder with him. Her father was convicted of manslaughter years earlier, and she figures her obsession stems from this.

When new bodies begin turning up in her town, Kelly, who has trouble sleeping and takes drugs to help her, fears she's actually killing people. Then her boyfriend is arrested.

So….I did not enjoy this much. I could appreciate the humour Kelli employs in her narration, and I could even enjoy her unreliability as a narrator. But I could just not get into this book. I liked the concept, but the implementation left me cold.

2.5 stars.

Thank you to Netgalley and to Boldwood Books for this ARC in exchange for my review.

Dark but funny. However the plot was quote predictable. If you want something entertaining pock this up.

This was such a clever, darkly funny thriller. Kelli, the main character, is sharp, sarcastic, and totally unreliable—which made the story addictive. It’s not your typical murder mystery; it’s more about getting inside a twisted mind. Fast-paced, bold, and perfect if you like morally gray characters and a bit of dark humor.

How To Get Away With Murder is a wickedly clever, darkly hilarious thrill ride that grabs you from the very first page and refuses to let go

This book was engaging, however there were a few parts I didn't like that much. The biggest problem I had was when she cheated on her partner, multiple times. Like that's not ok. I think the weird sexual tension/conversations with the serial killer didn't need to happen and I think making out with her best friend was also unnecessary. She could have found a way to manipulate people without cheating on her partner.

I really enjoyed Tam Barnett's debut, How to Get Away with Murder. The unreliable narrator makes it virtually impossible to work out what is going on so there are plenty of shocks and surprises in store for the reader.

Journalist Kelli Amari doesn't just have a fascination with true crime, she was involved in identifying and capturing a serial killer. A killer she regularly visits in prison and as much as she is trying to see inside his mind, he is planting little seeds inside her mind. When a new killer starts terrorising the area around Kelli's home and clues start pointing in her direction, Kelli wonders if her sleeping pills have subconsciously resulted in her trying to get away with murder.

This is a dark and twisty thriller that kept me entertained throughout. I didn't particularly like any of the characters so I pointed my virtual finger at pretty much all of them at one point or another, however, I still didn't guess 'whodunnit'. It's well worth a read and I'm looking forward to reading more from Tam Barnett.

I received a digital ARC to read and review for the blog tour and this is my honest and unbiased opinion.

Clever, gripping, and wickedly entertaining 🔪🕵️‍♀️. How to Get Away with Murder is a deliciously dark, twisty crime novel packed with suspense and razor-sharp wit. Tam Barnett delivers brilliant plotting, morally complex characters, and jaw-dropping twists that had me racing to the end. I loved the blend of mystery, dark humour, and clever observations about justice and revenge. Perfect for fans of psychological thrillers that keep you guessing until the final page.

Nah this book wasn't my cup of tea at all. I thought it would be more thriller-ish, but unfortunately no. Very slow, very boring, very predictable.... Just a big no for me

Thank you so much to netgalley and the publisher for the arc of this one in exchange for an honest review!

Unfortunately, this book was not for me. I found the main character to be so annoying and a hard character to follow. She really just prevented me from getting into the story or enjoying it.

I hope others enjoy this one but it was not for me.

I thoroughly enjoyed How to Get Away with Murder. Tam Barnett crafts a gripping tale with a protagonist whose obsession with true crime adds a unique layer to the story. The suspense builds steadily, and the twists kept me on the edge of my seat. A solid 4.5-star read for fans of dark thrillers.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this early copy.

3.5 stars,"How to Get Away with Murder" by Tam Barnett offers a twisty and engaging read that delivers on its intriguing title. Barnett crafts a clever premise, filled with secrets and unexpected turns that largely kept me hooked and guessing. The pacing is generally good, pushing the narrative forward effectively, and there's a certain satisfaction in watching the characters navigate their precarious situations. My main reservations were that some of the character decisions occasionally felt a little forced to serve the plot, and while the reveals were fun, a few threads felt a touch underdeveloped by the end. Still, it's a solid, thrilling ride that makes for a quick and entertaining read.

How to Get Away with Murder is a clever, fast-paced thriller with plenty of twists and a bit of dark humor. The plot keeps you hooked from start to finish, and the characters are intriguing, if not entirely sympathetic. Some twists can feel a bit predictable, but overall, it’s an entertaining read.

I’d rate it 4 stars. Great for fans of suspenseful, cheeky crime fiction.

Thank you Netgalley and Voldwood books for the ARC in exchange for a honest review.

This book is about a journalist who figured out a serial killer's identity in the past and is now living through abother serial killer.

Writing is good, twists are good. Characters aren't relatable somewhat. But the book is a good one time read.

I found this book a bit repetitive and it took me a while to get into this book, however, I was engrossed there was no putting this book down.

It took me a bit to get into this one, but then I didn't want to put it down. A fun, fast-paced thriller with plenty of dark humor and a few twists.

A crime journalist named Kelli who is a true crime reporter she also caught a serial killer.
A set of murders happen and she reports on them.
I liked the black humour running throughout the novel but is kelli a bit to obsessed with murder.

“How to Get Away with Murder” by Tam Barnett is a psychological thriller told in first person perspective, following British journalist Kelli Amari, known for aiding in the capture of an infamous serial killer nicknamed “the White Widower”. Kelli has a potentially unhealthy obsession with serial killers, aided by knowing her dad was convicted of manslaughter after he killed a child molester in her childhood. He died not long after his incarceration, and she’s understandably never gotten over it. That her family refuses to discuss any of the events doesn’t help matters.

The novel essentially focuses on her attempt to recapture the fame attained from helping with the “Widower” after a brief interview about the man himself. She competes with an old colleague as she begins to investigate a recent murder where the body was discovered near her own residence, and as she follows the clues things get intense as they lead to her very doorstep in the form of a cryptic warning from the killer themselves.

I thoroughly liked this one. Even though the story itself was predictable in more than a few ways, it was still such a fun read. I like true crime podcasts and documentaries, so this particular topic was definitely in my wheelhouse. As an avid fan of such things, I feel the novel was well written and pretty inspired on its own. I do feel like there could’ve been more interactions with Kelli’s mother and there are moments about halfway through where the story sort of loses momentum. I think another scene with her mom could help with this but I’m not sure.

Overall, “How to Get Away with Murder” was a pretty fun read and I enjoyed it a lot. I’ll give this one 4 and a half out of 5, which I’ll round up to a 5 stars rating. I’ll be sure to keep a lookout for Tam Barnett’s other works as well.