I was super disappointed with this book. I found the main character so annoying and unreliable. I normally like a split timeline but this one sometimes left me confused and blended together. I thought it was going to have a bit more humor? The vilain in the end was a bit of a let down.

Kirby's life isn't going according to plan, and she - along with her former flatmates - have been keeping quite the secret for the last decade. That is, until, their long forgotten group text has a new message, and it's from a dead girl.

This story surrounds a group of friends and their community, specifically during a yearly festival which gained notoriety after a murder took place many years prior. Using past and present timelines, you see Kirby and her flatmates navigate the time when this tragedy occurred, as well as the present when the threats begin.

Everyone in the Group Chat Dies is both a dark comedy and horror thriller that had me laughing and cowering. The cast of characters are relatable and funny. I thought I had a good idea of who the killer was, but was completely blind-sighted at the end.

I think if you're in the market for a quick thrilling novel, this is the one for you!

Thank you L.M. Chilton, NetGalley, and Gallery Books for the advanced reader copy - this one was fun!

A wonderful read!
This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

A tense, medium-paced .mystery novel with current pop culture references. I read this in one sitting. I didn't see it coming and that is always a pleasant surprise!

Let me start with this: I LOVED swiped. I was so excited to see another novel by this author and dove right in!

Unfortunately, this one didn’t do it for me. The intrigue was there but I feel like there was no true suspense and the character buildup could have been way more robust. I was disappointed in the big twist and I feel like there was wayyy too much going on to get a quality storyline.

This book was okay but in parts it really seemed to drag. Normally I'm picking up my Kindle frequently but I just couldn't get into this book. It seemed like Kirby kept repeating herself. The actual person committing the murders was a total surprise. It was okay.

This was a fun, fast read. Somewhat different than my usual mysteries - I enjoyed it!

Talk about the group chat from hell! Kirby or Clare gets a message in a long silent group chat - and it's from someone unexpected. Unexpected because Esme died a year ago! The group chat quickly turns deadly as those that exit start showing up dead. The story is told in alternating flashbacks to also show the reader Esme's connection to the group. And her hunt for a local, infamous serial killer.

There were a lot of twists and who-dun-it type questions flying by in this story, it kept the plotline humorous and fun while keeping the suspense at the forefront.

I enjoyed it and appreciate NetGalley and the publisher allowing me the chance to read and review. I would recommend it for anyone looking for a fun mystery.

For a comedy thriller about 30-somethings, this had the most juvenile characters, lackluster humor, and forgettable plot. The pacing didn't work for me (and I normally love a dual timeline) and the twist was... dumb. I guess I'm not surprised, but for a book called Everyone in the Group Chat Dies, there was such little time given to the group chat deaths, but even if there were, the characters were so flat I'm not sure it would have helped.

I enjoyed this! The writing was humorous and consistent, and I would describe this as a page-turner--who will be next? What happened to Esme? What were Esme's true motives? So many questions! The ending was satisfying, and the text elements throughout weren't overdone. None of the main characters are perfect, but it makes sense for the book. I would recommend this to fans of Benjamin Stevenson and MJ Wassmer.

This was a fun little thriller novel. I enjoyed the characters and was interested to see what would happen. Recommended for thriller fans who enjoy more light romps.

Help solve the small town mystery. I didn’t laugh or find it very thrillery. The writing style was a little long in spots. Overall the book was well written and I enjoyed it. The ending was a little surprising to me. 4 stars.

I read a lot of thrillers so I was surprised that the ending shocked me, but it wasn’t in a normal way. It was more in a way of who is Trevor because I don’t really remember this guy. I had to go back and see who he was. Which I do appreciate. I don’t want it to be so obvious that it’s super predictable.

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

After the death of her flatmate, Kirby escapes town to get away from it all. That is, until a mysterious text message draws her back to town and into the middle of something.

I really enjoyed the sarcasm and humor mixed into the thriller with this book. The main character had depth and showed growth throughout the book had me rooting for her. I also appreciated the flashbacks that provide context and allow the reader to get to know more of the characters. This book was funny, engaging and had a few unexpected twists.

Thank you to NetGalley, Gallery Books and L.M. Chilton for the advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley, L.M. Chilton, and Gallery/Scout Press for this ARC.

I went into this book completely blind. I figured it wouldn’t be super happy as the title suggests everyone dies. But with the colorful cartoon cover, I thought it might be more quirky murder mystery.

It’s not quite a thriller but also not quite a quirky murder mystery. It lies somewhere in between with aspects of both. There were times I’d laugh and then gasp audibly at the end of the chapter.

This story is reminiscent of “I Know What You Did Last Summer” and follows Kirby Cornell and her “Flat Four” roommates jumping back and forth between 1 year ago (when something bad happened) and present day.

The roommates are well written and Dave is giving Max from ‘Happy Endings’.

This was a fun and easy read!

Thank you to Netgalley and Gallery/Scout Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. This story has two timelines- one in which the protagonist and her friends navigate a new roommate who is looking to solve a murder and a second one in which the protagonist and her now distant friends receive a group text from the former roommate who they thought was dead. We learn what happened a year ago and watch the consequences unfold in the present.

There were some fun aspects of this book. I found the commentary about how folks will do anything for fame/viral content to be really interesting. Overall though, this was not my cup of tea. Unfortunately, I didn't resonate with any of the characters and the humor didn't quite work for me. I wonder if this would work for someone who does read more in this genre as it seemed like satire of this type of book in general. If you're someone who likes murder mysteries but maybe want a humorous approach to the genre, this might be the book for you! The book felt like a mix of "pretty little liars" and "only murders in the building", which I know that some people love.

This was a fun but far fetched mystery, traveling back and forth from the present time to the past year when a group of roommates was responsible for the death of one of their own, who herself was investigating a town cold case.

This book is as fun as serial murders can be! The characters are delightfully flawed. Kirby, the main character, is relatable but funny. And the story? Well, it starts out fantastic, but by the end it's a little less fantastic.

This is a book about roommates who were also on a group chat, until everything went wrong. No one has been active for over a year, until one day, Kirby's phone dings with a message to the group, but from the one person in the group who is dead. Now, Kirby must bring back her journalistic dreams to get to the bottom of it.

This is light and fun, and if murder is a good palate cleanser for you, then this is a great one to read after something heavier. There were a few times where I actually laughed out loud, which was awkward because I was on an airplane at the time. Murder, mystery and humor come together in this really fun novel.

Thank you to Netgalley for an advanced copy. All opinions are my own.

I really enjoyed "Swiped," and I will be honest and say that it often takes me the first 25% of a book set in England to really feel "settled." That said, I really, really enjoyed "Everyone in the Group Chat Dies." Chilton's tone and style are consistent with "Swiped" in this latest title and I had a blast sharing about it (without spoilers) with my book club. It's a fun, modern take on a mystery and I can see this book being enjoyed by many summer book clubs to come!

Thank you Netgalley and Gallery/Scout Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

“Everyone in the Group Chat Dies” is a darkly funny, twist-laden thriller that combines true crime obsession and social media satire into a chaotic, entertaining ride. Told through alternating timelines, group chat messages, and sardonic inner monologues, this is a unique story that is definitely entertaining.

The story follows Kirby—real name Clare Cornell—a down-on-her-luck journalist who’s been banished from London and now shares a flat in the sleepy (read: stagnant) village of Crowhurst with her three equally aimless housemates, collectively dubbed "The Deadbeats." Kirby's life, once full of promise, has been reduced to writing puff pieces for a weekly paper and bingeing Netflix with her mates. That is, until Esme—a teenage amateur sleuth with a huge online following—turns up at their doorstep, determined to prove that the serial killer who terrorized Crowhurst in the '90s is still alive.

From there, the mystery unfolds across two timelines: the present day, where members of the group chat begin to die one by one in gruesome and increasingly absurd ways; and the past, where we learn about Esme’s arrival, her investigation, and how she mysteriously disappeared. While the past timeline starts a bit slow, the present-day murders ramp up quickly, bringing both tension and pitch-black comedy. Be warned—the deaths are sudden, graphic, and often devoid of emotional resonance, but they fit the book’s satirical tone.

What stands out most is Chilton’s ability to balance humor with horror. Kirby’s voice is sardonic and self-deprecating, and her chaotic energy keeps the narrative moving even when the plot threatens to stall. She’s far from a traditional heroine—impulsive, often clueless, but weirdly endearing—and her obsession with Esme, a girl she barely knew, hints at a deeper yearning for purpose in a world increasingly dominated by likes, followers, and fleeting fame.

The book skewers influencer culture and the desperation for online clout with biting insight. Characters are willing to manipulate, exploit, and even risk lives for viral recognition, and Chilton makes sure we feel the absurdity of it all. Yet there’s also a sobering thread running through the story—the way real-life tragedy is consumed as entertainment, and how a whole generation is raised believing they must be seen to matter.

Despite a few flaws—the pacing can drag early on, some characters feel underdeveloped, and the killer’s identity, while surprising, doesn’t quite land with the impact it could—the book still delivers a satisfying payoff. The final twist reframes much of what came before, and the ending, while not explosive, feels earned.

A modern mystery soaked in satire, “Everyone in the Group Chat Dies” is equal parts funny, bloody, and unexpectedly poignant. If you're in the mood for a quirky thriller with sharp commentary on fame, friendship, and the digital age, this chaotic cozy mystery is one to add to your list.

Everyone in the Group Chat Dies is an engaging and thoughtfully written book that offers readers a memorable experience. The story is well-paced, with a clear beginning, middle, and end, and the author does an excellent job developing the characters and setting.

The writing style is accessible yet expressive, pulling readers into the world of the story. Whether you're looking for emotional depth, intriguing plot twists, or vivid world-building, this book has something to offer. While there may be a few minor flaws—perhaps some slow sections or underdeveloped subplots—they don't significantly detract from the overall enjoyment.

This was the best book! It's thriller meets funny. I love a good 90's serial killer story and I'm all about TikTok and group chats. I loved this read!