I’m really not sure what I was anticipating from this book, but it certainly wasn’t the level of absolutely unhinged that Julie Tudor is Not a Psychopath was.
To say that Julie Tudor is indeed a psychopath is quite possibly the understatement of the century. The extent of her delusion is so without question it’s almost audacious and I was reeling throughout her entire deranged journey. Julie was so quirky and just so entirely wild I was hooked right into her delusions and invested to see how she was possibly going to get out of things this time.
There was the perfect balance of humor to keep things from being too heavy and dark, since Julie went to some great extremes. I was so entertained from the jump and could totally have binged this book, had life allowed. It was bonkers and twisted in the best way and I loved it!

Thank you Sourcebooks Landmark for the free copy from NetGalley!
Publication date 6/24/25

I wasn't a fan - I wasn't rooting for any of the characters and honestly I found my self a quote bored throughout the entire book.

This was so fun, I couldn’t put it down. I was laughing the whole time because Julie is so unhinged and unintentionally funny. It was refreshing to read from the perspective of the crazy person. The author did a wonderful job and I would definitely read more of her books.

This was such a fun read! It was fun, quirky and our FMC is so unhinged and psychotic and I loved every moment of it. I found it to be a little bit repetitive in some chapters, but overall this was a great read.

I nearly DNF'd this book, not because it was badly written, but because the subject matter is SO disturbing. Fans of Baby Reindeer will undoubtedly like this, but it just made me feel so uncomfortable throughout.

Julie is a very obsessive character and just when you think you have her figured out she does something even more extreme. Overall, I really enjoyed the story and all the crazy situations she found herself in.

Thanks to the Publisher and NetGalley for the eARC!

Julie Tudor is in in fact a psychopath!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow this book is so insanely good!!!!!!!!!!!! The main character, Julie, is a crazy loon to top all of the crazy loons and it was a true delight to read her story. I can't wait to see what Jennifer Holdich has in store for us next.

Thank you to @bookmarked for the #gifted e-book.

This book and its protagonist, Julie, are profoundly unhinged! I initially picked it up expecting an entertaining read, but instead, I was thrust into a dark and unsettling story.

Julie’s obsession with her younger coworker, Sean, drives the plot forward as we witness her relentless pursuit to make him hers. The story weaves through multiple timelines, revealing Julie’s past love interests and her goal to eliminate the competition. The story sheds light on how her childhood and university experiences shaped her current mental state. Her inner dialogue is chilling, making her obsession all the more disturbing.

While the narrative occasionally feels repetitive and does tend to drag, there is also an absence of humor or levity which creates a dark tone.

If you have a penchant for unhinged characters, this novel is for you and is available now.

Thank you NetGalley & Sourcebooks Landmark for sending me an ARC of this amazing book in exchange for an honest review. 💕

(3.5 stars.) Julie Tudor Is <s>Not</s> A Psychopath, but reading/listening to this made me feel like one at times! The way Jennifer Holdich writes Julie had me honestly going back and re-reading sections at a time asking myself, "Did I miss understand something," just to understand oh Julie honey, you've never understood anything, one, or social que in your life.

As someone who is currently working through all of Mia Ballard's novels, and just finished "Sugar," if you enjoyed that novel, pick this one up! The duo-timelines, the unreliable FMC, and the strong mystery/horror/crime vibes that keep you on you toes. Big difference, while Julie had me audibly "WTFing" just like Sugar did, Julie had me CRYING at times due to her quick remarks and lack of social que's so cringe at times I was crawling with goosebumps. Can't wait to get a physical copy of this novel for my horror shelf.

What a fun read! I loved every second of this book and I want more with Julie! If you liked YOU this is perfect for you

Julie Tudor is sharp, morally gray, and totally unforgettable. Jennifer Holdich delivers a fast-paced, emotionally charged psychological thriller that keeps you hooked from the first page. Julie’s voice is darkly funny and surprisingly vulnerable, making her a standout anti-heroine.

Some plot points felt familiar, and a few side characters could’ve used more depth—but the story’s tension, clever twists, and emotional punch more than make up for it.

A gripping, smart read with bite.

Julie Tudor Is Not a Psychopath marks a strong debut from Jennifer Holdich, establishing her as a fresh voice in psychological suspense. Julie, a meticulously organized professional with a picture-perfect life on paper, caught me off guard almost immediately. Underneath the spreadsheets and pristine routines lies a layered character wrestling with secrets and self-doubt. That tension between appearance and reality drives the novel’s compelling core .

Holdich excels at crafting slow-burn tension. I found myself steadily drawn into Julie’s world—her careful internal monologues, her skewed self-justifications, and the subtle ripple effects of her choices. There’s a delicious undercurrent of “what if?” that makes you hang on, curious whether Julie is truly innocent or actively concealing something darker.

The plot moves with purpose, and the pacing rarely flags—though at moments, I wished for slightly sharper focus on the central mystery. Some of the peripheral characters felt underexplored, and a few narrative detours, while atmospheric, didn’t always drive the momentum forward. Still, I appreciated these scenes for their mood-building and emotional texture.

What resonated most was how Julie’s internal voice feels real, prickling with self-conscious humor but also genuine fear of exposure. That vulnerability pulls you in, making her more than a puzzle to solve—it makes her someone you root for, or fear to root for.

In short, this is a smart, stylish thriller that lays the groundwork for bigger things. With a bit more spotlight on the emotional stakes and some tighter plotting, Holdich could be on her way to crafting a breakout psychological series. For now, this is a confident debut—with enough intrigue and nuance to grip any thriller enthusiast.

“Julie Tudor is not a Psychopath” is a fun, somewhat unhinged, entertaining story of one woman’s journey through life where the men somehow never quite have the courage to step away from significant others in their lives to acknowledge the true love found in Julie Tudor. Witnessing Julie’s descent into madness as she logically and rather precisely narrates the story through her own eyes, readers are given a chance to see this unreliable narrator in action. In Julie’s world, everyone loves her, especially the true love of her life, despite the fact that he somehow doesn’t ask for her number or ask her out on a date. Despite this, she sees his subtle hints and is simply awaiting the best time for their relationship to go public.

A master at creating an inner monologue to support her thoughts and feelings, Julie could give lessons to those of us who need that inner voice filled with doubts to be quiet. A fast read with dark humor and Julie’s inner monologue both in her past and her present day, establishing her state of mind, I quite enjoyed getting to know Julie Tudor (and am also glad I don’t have a Julie Tudor in my life).

#psychoforjulie

This was a 4.25 for me but not quite a 5 so I gave this a 4. I loved the mix of humor and suspense of this novel. It was such an interesting way into the mind of Julie and seeing how unhinged she could be. It was a bit creepy when you think about it a lot but when reading/listening, it was intriguing!

The cover and premise of this book are fabulous. The execution was not to my taste. The jumping around in the timeline was confusing and there was nothing about Julie that felt real or even relatable. If you are looking for a dark read with questionable narration this is a perfect choice.

Julie is a woman in her 50s that is obsessed with her coworker Sean who is 25. Believing they are in a secret relationship, she removes the obstacles that keep them apart. Julie Tudor Is Not A Psychopath is darkly hysterical yet extremely empathetically sad as the reader perhaps begins to understand Julie and although absolutely knows she's not sane, wants to see what she will try next. This is certainly a can't put down book because you want to see where this is going, and no surprise, the ending is everything! I loved every moment of this book. The narrator was epic and grabbed me from the beginning. Highly recommended!

Julie Tudor is Not a Psychopath by Jennifer Holdich is such an entertaining thriller. Julie Tudor is an unlikeable character you’ll want to follow to understand her thoughts and motivations. Additionally, Julie is middle aged, so we get diversity in age in this story, which adds additional elements to the story.

Told in dual timeline, this story is cleverly plotted, highly entertaining, numerous, and edge of your seat reading. If you like thrillers and unlikeable characters, this story is for you!

I listened to the audiobook while I read along. The audiobook version of this story was well done by a single narrator. The narrator really brought this character and the story to life. I listened at 1.5x speed (my normal audiobook speed is 1.5-1.75x speed).

Thank you NetGalley, Tantor Audio, and Sourcebooks Landmark for the advanced reading copy and advanced audiobook copy.

Oh yes...Julie Tudor is a psychopath, in the book Julie Tudor Is Not A Psychopath, for real, but the more interesting question we should ask ourselves in this very dark but absolutely hysterical story is why? How on earth does a woman in her forties who has been perhaps killing lots of stuff over the years have so much confidence in herself to believe a young man in his twenties would ever look at her and find her, well, interesting, um romantically. And really believe it!

The story which jumps from one era to the next explains Julie's logic as to why she feels the need to do what she does. When she's bored, or when she believes someone is standing in her way or when she wants what she wants when she wants it. But unfortunately for Julie her reign just might be coming to an end with her "love affair" with her co-worker.

When Sean becomes an employee at the company Julie has worked at for years, after being unable to fulfill getting her nursing license...you'll find out why...well she just knows he's into her. No matter that he has a girlfriend. She knows Sean is only with her for her rent money. But, when they (Sean and his girlfriend) become engaged, well, that's a totally different story. So of course, Julie must fix the situation, for Sean, of course something she has been doing for years for those who need help.

For me, the most interesting piece of Julie's life is just exactly how she became a psychopath. Dispersed throughout the story, believe it or not, you will find you are empathizing with Julie. Does that mean I am a psychopath?? Well, back to the review. Anyway, Julie did not have a very good childhood and perhaps or probably that could be why Julie Tudor is now a psychopath.

Julie Tudor Is Not A Psychopath is darkly hysterical yet extremely empathetically sad as the reader perhaps begins to understand Julie and although absolutely knows she's crazy, wants to see what she will try next. This is certainly a can't put down book because you want to see where this is going, and no surprise, the ending is everything!

Thank you #NetGalley #SourcebooksLandmark #JenniferHoldich #JulieTudorIsNotAPsychopath for the advanced copy.

This book was a wild ride, and I kept reading to see what Julie would do next. Delusional is an understatement! Her complete misinterpretations of her interactions with other people were jaw-dropping. I couldn’t help but feel second-hand embarrassment because she was just clueless.

Julie is a lonely woman whose delusional fantasy life results in murder. It’s all in a day’s work for her. The author brings her to life in an interesting format. The book shows Julie’s perspective contrasted by the reactions of others, which she disregarded. I wanted to yell at the book, "What are you doing??"

Jennifer Holdich created a compelling character. Her choices are wrong, but she is just blind to this. This book is a good choice for fans of dark humor and suspense.

I rated this book 3.75 stars

Julie Tudor is NOT a Psychopath by Jennifer Holditch

Dark humor at its best.
Julie isn’t a psychopath...just a little neurospicy with a habit of toeing (okay, stomping) the line of what’s socially acceptable. And honestly? I loved every second of it.

This book gave me the perfect blend of unhinged delight and laugh-out-loud moments. Julie is the kind of FMC who will absolutely make you cringe one minute and cheer for her the next. She’s chaotic, slightly deranged, but so oddly charming that you can’t help but root for her, even as she spirals just a bit too far.

The writing is sharp, the humor is dark, and the pacing is quick. It’s a fast, fun read that never tries too hard and doesn’t hold back. If you’re into offbeat, unfiltered characters who bring the drama with a side of absurdity, you’re going to have a blast with this one.

Would I recommend?
Absolutely. If you love a messy but lovable FMC, dark humor, and plots that aren't afraid to get a little weird, this belongs on your TBR.

Thank you to Sourcebooks Landmark and Netgalley for allowing me to read and provide my review. This was a great time.