Whoa boy. Where do I begin. Warnings first?

The graphic novel contains violence, artistic gore, terror, language, S&M subjects, male and female nudity (including full frontal). Got it? Still want to know more?

This was incredible storytelling and such a great mystery. I was guessing on parts of the mystery up till the final reveal. And still, how it was leading, I anticipated another big twist toward the end.

If you are fine with the initial list I gave you, you won’t want to miss this graphic novel. If even one part of that list concerned you, don’t read it. This graphic novel is dark. Or maybe I should say DARK!!!!! I finished it late at night in a cabin in the woods staying with some friends. I was worried for a bit that I wouldn’t be able to sleep that night.

I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.

My Selling Pitch:
A meta crime thriller reminiscent of Red Dragon and The Mare of Easttown.

Pre-reading:
Love me a horror graphic.

(obviously potential spoilers from here on)
Thick of it:
The colors are gorgeous.

It’s paneled like a show would be shot.

A me!

So don’t write them a happy ending.

Oh, how fun! It’s the writing process illustrated.

Good gore.

The cover of issue two is ugly.

I’m loving this. A bit Will Graham-y consultanty.

Now Balance is funny. I always love spoofy brands

Didn’t have this pegged for full frontal lmao.

Why are the covers so ugly compared to the interiors?

Is that a tomato? Girl, near your eyes? Ouchie!

Wait, this would be a FUN limited series. Do it Mare of Easttown style.

HA, I love how everyone’s just accepted the faerie smut is THE current literature.

They’re cute. I hope Bella lives.

The colors in this are so good.

Crotch shot of a dead woman is gratuitous. Also, it doesn’t make sense for her to be naked. She’s an older woman wearing a dress. She’d probably have shapewear on and she’d def have a bra and underwear.

The way my jaw just dropped in horror. Not the dog!

I love Bella. Make this a show right now. It’s pretty effortlessly diverse, the sets are great, the cinematography is already framed. Like, put this on TV.

I LOVE BELLA.

Why do they always draw the buttholes on cats? It’s so yucky. Also, kitty better be okay.

Was it a tooth fairy thing? He saw them missing a tooth and had to have it? (I would’ve liked more explanation here.)

Stick the landing please. This has been so good and so well-paced so far.

If they planned this, why is she in heels? Men smh.

This is so fun!

But the ending does matter.

Kind of a lame fizzle out for something that was great otherwise.

Post-reading:
I think this would make a fantastic TV show. Hannibal and cop dramas are so familiar to the general public that I think putting a meta spin on them would really work. The art for this book is gorgeous with a few exceptions. Necrophilic crotch shots are not it. It felt especially gratuitous in a book self-aware enough to acknowledge the ethical problems that come with true crime consumption. I think leaving Bella in her heels for the big showdown is another male author oversight. You can argue it’s character design continuity, but I think it’s garbage to act like she’s a feminist character and then not give her some sneakers while she takes on the big bad. The color work in the series is phenomenal though and effortlessly moody. I liked the diversity amongst the characters and how it felt matter-of-fact rather than virtue signally.

I don’t love the ending. The editor tie-in was a fun meta moment, but pinning it on the old cop is plotholey. I think the ending is going to disappoint readers since the rest of the story was so well-paced. I’d pick this up if you’re a fan of crime thrillers. For the most part, it’s a fun time!

Who should read this:
Hannibal fans
Crime thriller fans

Ideal reading time:
Anytime

Do I want to reread this:
No, I think I’ll remember it.

Would I buy this:
Yup!

Similar books:
* Red Dragon by Thomas Harris-crime thriller, psychological horror
* The Last Word by Taylor Adams-campy, crime thriller, meta fiction
* Killing Stalking by Koogie-graphic novel, horror, crime thriller, queer
* I Was a Fashion School Serial Killer-graphic novel, revenge thriller
* I Might Be in Trouble by Daniel Aleman-crime thriller, revenge
* Eileen by Ottessa Moshfegh-psychological horror, unreliable narrator, queer, revenge thriller
* She Lies in Wait by Gytha Lodge-procedural crime thriller
* None of This is True by Lisa Jewel-crime thriller, revenge

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Wow! A quick, gory, flick! I love the art style in this so much, and honestly this book gets many points for that. The story was fine, no complaints. It was reminiscent of Hannibal / Silence of the Lambs which was really fun!
I’m excited to see where this goes if Boss makes more in the series :)

I enjoyed the story so much!! The ending is very surprising for me. There twist in it so it was fun trying to find out who the killer is. I love that the author even include friendship that can be found even in weird places. I really love everything in the book!

Eerie, Stylish, and Utterly Gripping!

Tyler Boss created a slow-burning horror mystery that blurs the lines between fiction and reality in the most unsettling way. Our hero, Seth Holms, is a true crime author who cannot move on from the success of his first novel, and the pages simply aren't flowing for his future works. However, whatever he does write seemingly translates to the real world with horrifying consequences. Written word and real-life murders combine in a kaleidoscope of action that keeps you off-kilter and engaged!

The artwork done by Turulici here is also stunning and brings this story to life. Each page is colorful in a way that builds suspense and terror. There are giallo-inspired sequences that are delivered with buckets of blood splashed across the pages. This book will keep you hooked and begging for more, and I cannot wait to discover more stories by Tyler Boss!

“Morbid fiction turned reality.”
Seth Holmes was a true crime writer and had his book, He Came in With A Smile, published a decade ago. Since then he has attempted to write romance stories but he can't figure out why they never have a happy ending. His characters always meet a grisly death and now the events are being carried out in real life. Has he somehow unconsciously brought his works to life? How can he stop the next victim's execution? Or will he be too late?

#ThxNetGalley #TylerBoss #YoullDoBadThings

In a style reminiscent of 90's and 00's slasher films, this colorful, suspenseful story will leave you wondering if it's meta or do we have an unreliable narrator? I love the idea of the things you write come true- in the worst way possible! Part slasher-part crime thriller- part psychological- this is a great quick read if you are in the mood for some great horror!

You’ll Do Bad Things was an absolutely fantastic read. The art and storyline worked perfectly together and complemented each other so well. I loved the horrifying twists and the way the plot kept me guessing right until the end.

Such a fun and chilling quick read!

You'll Do Bad Things is a gruesome mystery that is positively dripping with style. Tyler Boss and Adriano Turtuluci have crafted a tense narrative that is equal parts psychological thriller and slasher. The journey of Seth Holms from true crime writer to desperate amateur detective is gripping and filled with enough twists and turns to keep readers guessing up until the very end. The title wears its giallo influences proudly and is all the better for it. Turtuluci's art deserves particular praise in this--the saturated colors, stark shadows, and purposeful angles all add up to create something right out of a Dario Argento film. Tight plotting from Boss ensures that this tale isn't style over substance either. You'll Do Bad Things is a good thing, and, if this title is any indicator, it is likely we'll see more good things out of Boss and Turtuluci in the future.

Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for providing me an Arc in exchange for my honest thoughts. I really enjoyed this; the story blurred the lines of fiction and reality in such a good way. The artwork was eerie and engaging. I felt mildly unsettled the entire time I was reading this. We follow Seth Holms a bestselling true crime writer as he attempts to pen a romance novel, this very quickly do not go as planned. I loved the backstory to his novel and the connections with the new murders. I don't want to give anything away but the end was highly satisfying.

Absolutely insane. This is dark, graphic, gory and shocking.

But I really 'enjoyed' reading it. For fans of Hannibal, classic crime/cop shows and slashers.

We follow Seth, an author struggling to write anything outside of the horror genre since his mega successful true crime novel ten years prior. He starts to notice that life seems to be imitating his art, and along with Bella rushes to solve the mystery and stop the murders.

Honestly at points it was so meta, and so many things were going on that I was a bit confused. But it almost felt like I was meant to be and I don't feel like it detracted from the story. My confusion felt like a reflection of Seth's confusion.

I loved the art style and thought it really elevated the entire story.