Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC of "Killing Me" by Michelle Gagnon. I had never heard of this book or the author, but the description was a draw to me. I love murder mysteries and humor can be hit or miss within a tense book, but I also like it when humor hits-this one did. I look forward to reading more from this author. I really liked the writing style and the "voice" of the book.

This was fun, kinda crazy & very a different take on the murder mystery gente. It’s a completely outrageous plot line, but I think that’s what made it so entertaining and hard to put down. I have to admit that twist at the end got me - I really didn’t know why to believe! Overall, this was a very enjoyable read & I would recommend it.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Killing Me is a phenomenal thriller from start to finish. It brilliantly blends thriller and comedy in the most perfect way. Filled to the brim with twists and a captivating plot, this one is sure to keep readers hooked. The characters are well-developed. The story is incredibly fast-paced. This is one not to be missed! Highly recommended! Be sure to check out Killing Me asap.

I have very little to complain about with this book. This was an ARC from Netgalley for me and I read the description and thought it was right up my alley, and sure enough, it was. It was well-written, well-plotted out, and the characters were top-notch. Amber was a great narrator and I did believe in her story. It was detailed, funny, and very dramatic at some points. The supporting cast of characters was awesome. Dot and Marcella were a blast and Jessie was a solid add-on.

I just have to say that the plot of this book was one I've never even thought was possible or a thing, It was original and while there are a lot of survivor books out there (fictional, specifically) there aren't that many where the victim becomes the hunter and I appreciate Amber taking matters into her own hands. Overall, a solid, fun, and exciting read. It is a can't-put-down read, so go forth and enjoy the heck out of it.

Amber Jamison, a former con artist, is abducted by a Pikachu obsessed serial killer. As the killer is painting her blue and shaving her head she is saved by a vigilante wearing a ski mask. This turn of events causes her to team up with the serial killer hunter and a random group of characters in Vegas to find a big time serial killer.
This cast of characters is so interesting, both caring and hilarious. Amber, Dot, Marcella, and Grace are a group of women you don’t want to mess with!
Thanks to NetGalley and Putnam Books for a copy of this eARC.

Killing Me by Michelle Gagnon. This satisfying yarn is a genre-defying pop thriller featuring aspects that may appeal to a broad range of readers. The story is elevated by a sprinkling of unusual perspectives and intriguing characters.

I enjoyed this story. It combines multiple genres and is nicely paced, well-written book that introduced engaging characters, has a nicely-wrapped ending and held my interest. A number of things (e.g., events, insights) occur during the course of the story that I wasn't expecting. The beginning hooked me, as a different take was used than those which I've often experienced. Nicely done.

This is the first book I've read by this author. As with all new-to-me things that I enjoy, I plan to look up her past and future projects. It's my understanding that the author is planning to write another book featuring this character, a prequel, which I look forward to reading.

Overall rating: 3.5 stars.

Oh dear God a serial killer novel that causes you to giggle out loud at the most inappropriate times, who knew this is what you needed to escape.

"Out of everything that had happened, this felt like the biggest violation. I'd spent all day afraid. Now I was pissed off. "That fucking asshole. I look like a Smurf after chemo."

Loved all the characters and the use of noir films, books and even Vegas became a character to move the story.

Fantastically fun and disturbing at the same time.

This was a good book, but it wasn’t for me. I’m personally just not into comedy books and this was like your perfect sitcom show. I couldn’t take the “thrill” seriously.

I did like the relationships and friendships that developed throughout. It was heartwarming and the character development was great.

One thing I will say was that I was not expecting the ending and I was almost fooled (if you know, you know)

This book has got that kill bill vibe with a true crime twist. It was amusing and witty. Another fun little fast read! Thank you to the publisher for letting me read this on netgallery.

Amber Jamison has endured a lot in her life. The grifting lifestyle of her parents, abandonment by them as a teen, eventually turning her life around, so close to earning her degree. But finding herself abducted by a possible serial killer takes the cake.

Killing Me by Michelle Gagnon is a crazy ride from start to finish. Both funny and dark with wonderful companion characters, this was a really fun read with tension and action ramping up toward the end. I look forward to more antics from these characters in the next book of this series. 3.5/5 Stars

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam for this complimentary ARC. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I devoured this in one sitting after the first chapter hooked me. I can't really explain the appeal of this book without likening it to Dexter if it was a drama-dy. It's equally a thriller as much as it's a comedy. I love the endless cast of female characters. The puns and jokes. It was well thought out and entertaining as hell, even if the ending was super predictable I would recommend!

When I first started reading again, I was looking for thrillers with a little bit of humor. To my surprise that would be a difficult thing to find. When I saw the description on Netgalley, I knew I HAD to read this book. I am so thankful to NetGalley, Michelle Gagnon, and Penguin Group Putnam, G.P. Putnam's Sons for gifting me the ARC of this book.

I truly enjoyed the banter between the characters and how the Las Vegas scenes were written ( I felt like I had been there before). I loved all the characters and their background stories too. This book is funny, faced paced, and full of surprises! The only thing, I would change is keeping the pace of the sassiness throughout the remaining half of the book. Aside from that, I couldn't wait to finish the book to see what happened but also, I wished it would never end. I hope to read more thriller & humor books by Michelle Gagnon. I'm a new fan!

She escaped a serial killer. Then things got weird.

Amber Jamison cannot believe she’s about to become the latest victim of a serial killer—she’s savvy and street smart, so when she gets pushed into, of all things, a white windowless van, she's more angry than afraid. Things get even weirder when she’s miraculously saved by a mysterious woman…who promptly disappears. Who was she? And why is she hunting serial killers?
You’d think escaping one psychopath would be enough, but Amber’s problems are just beginning. Her close call has law enforcement circling a past she’s tried to outrun. So she’s forced to flees across the country, ending up at a seedy motel in Las Vegas with a noir-obsessed manager and a sex worker as her unlikely companions...and danger right behind. She’s landed in the crosshairs of the world’s most prolific killer, caught up in a deadly game that’s been going on for years. To survive, she's forced to dust off her old playbook and partner with someone she can’t trust. The odds are against her, but sometimes you just have to roll the dice.

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KILLING ME by Michelle Gagnon opens with Amber Jamison narrowly escaping a serial killer by the skin of her teeth—and with the help of a mysterious woman. With her own secrets to hide, and law enforcement a little bit too close to comfort, Amber flees to Las Vegas. Then she discovers that another, more sinister killer has her as their next victim.

I love a good, fun thriller. Amber is a hilarious protagonist, a bit of a mess but strong in hot water. I liked the characters, I liked the banter, and I liked the quick pacing. The best part was the ambiance: a noir-themed backdrop of seedy motels, questionable characters, and Vegas grit and glitz. It's a little on the wacky side; the dark humor may not be for everyone, but there's a good balance of serious emotions that gives the plot and characters some realistic depth.

This is an easy read, perfect for those who like thrillers that don't take themselves too seriously.

Thank you to G.P. Putnam's Sons and NetGalley for this eARC in exchange for my honest review.

I think as the first book in a series, this works very well.

When I was reading it, I wasn't sure if this was intended to be a stand-alone book or the beginning of a series, and frankly, I wasn't sure it worked at all as a stand-alone. The concept is interesting enough and the characters are, for the most part, distinctive and fun, but there is <i> a lot </i>of table-setting in the book. Something close to the first two-thirds (more than half for sure) of the book seems like its dedicated to establishing characters and moving them around the chessboard before the big climax. The issue is that there's very little plot movement while this is happening. We're just kind of hanging out in Las Vegas with colorful characters while a mystery lightly simmers below the surface like its the first ten minutes of a Murder She Wrote or something.

But when the book does shift gears it really gets going. The mystery comes together, and the Vegas setting is put to much better use, giving the atmosphere an almost <i>Poker Face<i> vibe, and the stakes and drama are ratcheted up. The book goes from a nice leisurely read to a real page-turner in the last fifteen percent or so of the story, which if nothing else, is the perfect time for a book to peak.

I look forward to the next story in this series now that the characters have been established. I think there is a lot of potential.

I want to thank NetGalley and PenguinGroup Putnam for my ARC copy.

I just could not get into this book. The plot was too wacky and the characters were lackluster and one-sided. The humor didn’t really click with me either.

I was lucky to get an arc of this book from netgalley. The story had so many aspects and twists I never expected but I enjoyed it. I was wrapped up in the writing and the characters and did not see the way this story went.

Thank you to Penguin Group and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book was a surprising, delightfully funny and refreshing mystery. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the antics of the main character, Amber who finds herself in an odd predicament when she's abducted by a serial killer. It was nice to read something different from the run of the mill mystery/thriller where every move is predictable.

Michelle Gagnon somehow made me root for the misfits and underdogs. I highly recommend this title to anyone who is tired of reading the same plot repeatedly and needs something a little different.

Fun Read ! Recommended for anyone who likes humor in their reading! Fans of Cosme and Evanovich will enjoy!

Michelle Gagnon’s new book Killing me grabbed me from the beginning and just didn’t let go. Actually, I had to have this book immediately when I read the blurb! I mean instantly! Michelle Gagnon is new to me and I would absolutely read anything else she wrote or writes in the future.

Killing me is both dark but funny. If that’s a thing. And It was so easy-to-read. Really fun. I finished this one in one sitting! Completely ate it up! It’s exactly what I needed and was looking for.

I’ll be purchasing a copy for my personal library and recommending this book for my book club.

Thank you with all my heart to NetGalley and The Publisher, for choosing me to read and review this ARC! I completely LOVED it!

3.5 stars! Well this was thoroughly entertaining. A dark comedy? Or a humorous murder mystery? Odd combo but it worked for me! There are some spots that could use a cleanup edit, but while this isn’t the world’s best writing it doesn’t need to be. It’s more plot driven and fast paced and it leaves you guessing until the end.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC!