Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this compelling laugh 🤣😂 out loud mystery.

A winning combination of hilarious missteps and a murder mystery where three innocent women must solve the murder of their ex boyfriend (the same man betrayed them all) so that they are not convicted.

I haven't laughed this much while reading a 📖 in years (I think my dog thought I was having seizures).

This author earned a new fan in this reader / reviewer, and I can't wait for her next story!

The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club by Gloria Chao is a delightful, laugh-out-loud mystery that blends humor, suspense, and heart in a way that will keep readers hooked from start to finish. This clever and fun novel introduces us to three women—Kathryn, Olivia, and Elle—who are brought together by the same man: Tucker Jones, a cheating scumbag. They plan to take revenge on him, but when they discover his body instead, they find themselves embroiled in a murder investigation they never expected.

Chao’s writing is witty and full of sharp humor, making it impossible not to chuckle at the outrageous situations the trio finds themselves in. The chemistry between the main characters is fantastic, with each woman bringing something unique to the group dynamic. Whether they’re lying to everyone around them or stumbling their way through their investigation, their bond is what truly drives the story forward.

What really sets this book apart is its balance of hilarious moments with genuine intrigue. Despite the comedic tone, there’s an actual mystery at the heart of the story, and it keeps you guessing as you follow the women’s quest to clear their names and uncover the real killer. Chao’s ability to create suspense while keeping things light and entertaining is truly impressive.

Three ex-girlfriend, one scumbag boyfriend and a brutal murder.

What a rib-tickling, fresh, and lightly sinister this book was.

“You’re right. The brains, the guts, and the heart— we’re the Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club. And we can do this.”

Ever thought your boyfriend would cheat on you, not just for one but two girlfriends? Yes, you read that right. Kathryn Hu is an astute chemist who is head over heels for her boyfriend Tucker Jones until her delusion is put to rest when she learns he has been cheating on her with two other girls. But what takes readers for a spin is the ex-girlfriend gang up to seek revenge by forming an ex-girlfriend murder club, only to be faced by the tragic and gruesome murder of Tucker due to the debts he holds.
Now the question is, who killed Tucker? Should I let out the spoilers ….ok…so…. No, I won’t because I want all the Mystery/thriller and true crime readers to read this book as it is going to propel you to brush up on your sleuthing skills with the right amount of humour & a touch of friendship.

What I like about the book is author, Gloria Chao, didn’t insipid the readers with the catfight drama; rather, the girls stood up for themselves and had each other’s backs, and gave us some serious lessons on sisterhood, to what could be a case of hostility between them, is impeccable. This line hit hard. “We’re going to figure this out. Together— the brains, the heart, and the guts.”

I love Kathryn's character as the book is told from her perspective, and her internal monologue was bone-tickling. Olivia, a lawyer by profession, was such a sweetheart and a perfect combination of beauty and brain, but at the same time, she was enigmatic and Elle, and she was the callous of them all, an aspiring writer, but I was flabbergasted when I learned who Lauren was!

From the origin of the words to the intriguing true crime podcast to Kathryn’s law of luck, this book kept me on the edge of my seat. The ending was too much to take in, but I was dumbfounded because I still can’t believe the Murderer…..

Thanks Harper Collins for the Advance reader’s copy, and a special thanks to Kathleen Rushall, without your approval, I wouldn’t have gotten to read this fantastic book before everyone else as an advance Reader’s copy.

The story follows Kat, Olivia and Elle all whom have been fooled by the three-timer, Tucker Jones. Tucker ends up dead and the three women join forces and investigate the whereabouts of the murderer.

Tropes: Unlikely friendship, found family, a quest, subplot of romance/second chance romance, mystery/thriller aspect, surprise twist at the end.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and could not put it down. The origins of idioms, I really enjoyed especially when it related to the particular predicament, they were all facing. I loved the banter between the girls and how immediately they all became friends/family. The end I did not see coming and I ate it up!

Thank you NetGalley and Gloria Chao for this e-ARC. I enjoyed every minute of it!

This is a silly, campy story with a goofy sense of humor that explores what three women do when they realize they've all been with the same guy. While a lot of it is very farfetched, and even disgusting, I think a good revenge story appeals to a lot of women who have dealt with similar things. Be willing to suspend reality for much of the story, though. A lot of this is not how things would go down in real life, but that is the beauty of books. Things work out for the characters in a way they may not in reality. Also, be prepared for a lot of poop jokes and poop related puns.

The cover of this book was initially what caught my attention!
I had no idea how much I would actually love it! This is my first humorous murder book that I have read. The wittiness, the jokes, and the metaphors were so clever. It's a good thing I took chemistry, because all of the chemistry jokes made sense to me and had me laughing so hard at times!
This book had a very strong beginning. It starts off with a guy that gets caught cheating. What strategy did the girls come up with? These girls came up with a bunch of silly, sparkly, disgusting and disturbing pranks to play on him at his house.
These girls thought he was out on a trip, so it was the perfect timing. They were on the revenge and nothing was going to stop them until.... Well they found him unalived in his own home.
After finding him, the girls get together a plan on what to do next. Two of the three girls go on a podcast, while the chemist is set to go back to his house and clean. The chemist scrubs all of their DNA off of the inside of the house, then someone comes in and the chemist looks guilty. Even though their ex boyfriend was found like that, none of them did it. So, the three of them looked into his past and realized a lot of people wanted him gone. Eventually, after all the digging, they find out who murdered him. Were they 100% sure though? Did they find out that someone else could have done it? Even though the ending was somewhat predictable to me, it was still an overall great laugh out loud murder story!

The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is a delightfully funny murder mystery comedy that was such a breath of fresh air. The characters were memorable, the story was wacky, and I had a great time escaping into this book. I did NOT see that reveal coming! This is exactly what I wanted from a book with this premise. If you are looking for your next light-hearted, cozy read, this is the book for you. Will be looking into Gloria Chao’s other works after this one!

The description promised a “laugh-out-loud murder mystery,” and as a big fan of comedic cozies, I was instantly intrigued—and it totally delivered on the humor and fun.

While I could’ve done without the romantic subplot, the mystery and quirky charm kept me entertained from start to finish.

I’d absolutely love to see this adapted into a limited series—perfect binge material!

#TheExGirlfriendMurderClub #NetGalley

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

What a fun, fun book! Revenge, mystery, and the power of female friendship--a total blast (with literal laugh out loud moments ;).

The premise of this book is very funny and gives off big John Tucker Must Die vibes if.the characters were all grown ups. The girls get revenge but figure out someone else got the ultimate revenge by killing Tucker and need to solve his murder to help get Kat off the hook. Lots of parts of this book felt clunky and unnecessary like the romance with the detective and the podcast. Overall it was a cute and cozy mystery with a cast full of fun characters that could've used some editing.

⭐️ 5/5
First person POV, single narrative
Linear timeline
FMC: Kat

This was such a fun, tense, witty, and wholesome mystery with a message of the power of sisterhood as well as finding what makes you happy!

Thank you so much to Harlequin Trade Publishing | and MIRA for providing me this ARC via NetGalley for review consideration!

⭐⭐⭐⭐½

The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is a delightful romp that deserves every bit of its 4.5 stars! This book is hilarious and full of unexpected twists, making it a refreshing addition to the genre. The protagonist is written with just the right amount of quirk, making her both relatable and entertaining.

The story itself is unique, offering a fresh take that keeps you guessing throughout. I thoroughly enjoyed the unexpected twists and reveals that added layers to the plot, ensuring I was never quite sure what would happen next.

What truly elevates this story is its focus on female friendship. The bonds formed among the characters are genuine and heartwarming, making it a feel-good read that celebrates the strength and resilience of women.

Overall, I can't recommend The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club enough! I’m excited to read more from this author in the future. If you're looking for a fun, engaging story with plenty of laughs and a strong sense of camaraderie, this book is a must-read!

Three girls find out they are dating the same guy. Kathryn Hu walks into to find her boyfriend, Tucker proposing to Olivia. Kathryn and Olivia end up dumping him and going on a vacation that Kathryn had paid. When they get there, they find Tucker there with Elle. She dumps him and they form the ex-girlfriend club. They decide to get revenge on Tucker by sabotaging his apartment but when they get there, they find him dead. In their infinite wisdom, they decide to solve the murder. Which makes them do risky things and further incriminate themselves as the murderers.

Thank you, Gloria Chao and NetGalley, for this arc.

Kathryn Hu could have known better. In her world where everything seems to be against her, her perfect boyfriend Tucker Jones turns out to be a real scumbag. To call him a lying cheater is an understatement because this man appears to have TWO other girlfriends.
When Kat pairs up with the other women, Olivia and Elle, they plot a revenge prank through their favourite podcast. However, while trashing his apartment, they find Tucker's dead cheating body.
Not only did Tucker lie about his relationships. Kat, Olivia, and Elle discover that he was in deep trouble with the wrong people.
Now, the three ladies team up to clear their names and chase the real killer.

In a comical and hysterical way, The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club creates a fast-paced and adventurous story with three leading strong women.
We follow the narratives of Kat, Olivia and Elle, who have more in common than their terrible taste in men. Tucker Jones was a walking red flag, and now he is dead, leaving behind a dangerous mess to be cleaned up before things get worse.
Goofy Kat is the heart, beautiful Olivia is the brains, and open-hearted Elle isn't as open as she shares.

The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club is a laughable story full of twists and a witty cast of characters.

Kat, a socially awkward chemist, is lucky to be in the perfect relationship with Tucker Jones— until she finds out she’s not the only one in a perfect relationship with Tucker Jones. When their relationships fall apart, Kat and Tucker’s other women decide to have a little fun. With a sweet revenge plan in place, the girls get payback and end up stumbling all over Tucker’s body. To save themselves (but mostly Kat) from the scrutiny of Detective McHottie, they must be the first to figure who actually killed the man they love to hate, and The Ex-Girlfriend Murder club is born.

While this book often had me laughing out loud, there were also points that felt too over-the-top to me. However, I think many readers will enjoy this story’s humor, twisty ending, and over-arching theme of the importance of women supporting each other.

I had so much fun reading this one! I would classify it as a cozy mystery, but with a fun twist. An unlikely friend group is formed when they realize they are all involved with the same guy. The revenge plot was fun, and overall I ate this all the way up. 5/5!

✨Reviews✨
📚The Ex- Girlfriend Murder Club📚
📱4/5

Okay I admit it.. I picked this book for the cover and my goodness what a find.

This was such a cute and cozy murder mystery. A classic who dun it. Giving serious “John Tucker Must Die” (my millennial girlies get the reference) vibes.

I’ve never ready such a witty, cutesy and funny murder mystery before but I absolutely loved it.

The ending was perfect! I absolutely loved the characters, their development and relationships.

This is a perfect quick read that keeps you giggling and guessing.

Thank you NetGalley and Harlequin Trade for the ARC!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
I want to thank NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing | MIRA for providing me with an ARC.
This was a really well written story and the characters were engaging. Though I did feel something was off with Elle given how casual she was since the beginning, but I decided it was a character trait.
Anyways Kathryn and Olivia were so good and their character arcs as well as their relationship with each other was done very well.
I hear it's part of a series and I am looking forward to reading them.

𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐬𝐢𝐬
The discovery of a body in the closet was definitely going to complicate things for Kathryn Hu. She was well aware of that. Sure, Tucker Jones was a deceitful jerk, and yes, she had agreed to join forces with Olivia and Elle—Tucker's other girlfriends—to get back at him for all the heartache he caused. But then they stumbled upon his lifeless body. However, despite having a strong motive and a crime scene filled with their DNA, they insist they are innocent. To prove their innocence, Kat, Olivia, and Elle decide to work together to track down the real murderer. As they go undercover and spin lies to everyone, including the attractive detective on the case, they come to realize that nearly everyone in Tucker's life had a reason to want him gone. Will they manage to uncover the truth before they are wrongfully accused of a crime they didn’t commit?
𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬
The cover of this book immediately grabbed my attention! I had no idea how much I would end up enjoying it! This book beautifully blends humor with emotion, and by the time I reached the end, I felt like I had been on an emotional rollercoaster—laughing, and cheering for the characters throughout. I especially enjoyed how the girls unite not only to despise the ex but also to solve his murder, all while providing plenty of laughs. The numerous twists and turns kept me guessing about what would happen next. I honestly didn’t figure out the identity of the murderer until the big reveal. All in all, this was an amazing read, and I highly recommend it!

Thank You @Netgalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing | MIRA for allowing me t review this ARC.

📚🔪 Book Review: "The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club" by Gloria Chao 💃🕵️‍♀️

Dive into the convoluted, hilarious, and chaotic world of "The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club," a mystery that promises a mix of laughs and suspense to keep you entertained. Gloria Chao has crafted a vibrant tale filled with unexpected twists and a cast of colorful characters. 🎭🔍

The story unfolds with Kathryn Hu, along with Olivia and Elle, discovering that they've all been deceived by the same charming scoundrel, Tucker Jones. Their heartbreak quickly transforms into an unconventional alliance aimed at seeking justice. But when Tucker is found dead, the women find themselves in a precarious position, leading them to become amateur sleuths in order to clear their names. 🕵️‍♀️💪

Despite the intriguing premise, the narrative sometimes dips into implausibility. The transition from enemies to fast friends among the three women is a bit too swift, making the initial setup feel a tad unconvincing. The antics involving Tucker's proposals and the love-at-first-sight aspect with a flirty detective further stretch believability. 👫💘

However, the strength of the female friendships and the witty banter among the women give the plot its heart. This camaraderie amidst chaos adds layers of humor and charm, reminiscent of films like "John Tucker Must Die" but with additional depth and mystery. 👯‍♀️🎉

While some parts may feel over-the-top or laden with clichés, Chao injects flair with elements like Kat's quirky phrase origins and the fun incorporation of a podcast. These creative touches, although occasionally distracting, illustrate Chao's unique storytelling voice. 🎙️📜

On the downside, the novel can feel stretched in places, bogged down by immature humor or convenient plot devices. Some readers might find these elements detracting, hoping for a more polished mystery. Nevertheless, the narrative's unpredictable ending—a pleasant surprise—and relatable themes of empowerment add to its allure. 🤔🌀

In conclusion, "The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club" is undeniably a fun and light-hearted romp with entertaining twists. While it may not capture everyone with its bumbling protagonists and convoluted plot, it invites laughter and reflection on the power of friendship and resilience. If you enjoy mysteries that don't take themselves too seriously, this charming adventure might just be your next cozy read. 📚🎭

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5