4.5/5!

Fans of quirky narrators are going to fall in love with Ernest Cunningham!

First off, how could you not want to pick this book up based solely on the title?!? I mean, come on!

Second, an isolated setting with a group of killers… SAY LESS!

Honestly, this book had all of the makings to make me fall in love without even reading it, but once I started I truly couldn’t stop. I loved getting to know all of the Cunninghams and their extended family. I loved trying to get to the bottom of a case that started decades earlier. I loved suspecting everyone in the room of murder. I loved Ernest Cunningham.

Don’t take my word for it, just read it for yourself!

I am so thankful that this is part of a series and you better plan to stay tuned for my reviews of the next two before the year is out!

Really interesting concept, loved the witty humor and the different take on a closed door murder mystery. But the ending was underwhelming

I ended up listening to the audiobook but I think I would have actually liked reading it better. It was fine - I probably won't read the next books.

The hype on this one is real! It was such a fun book and I really need to prioritize reading the follow ups. But this locked door mystery was such a great storyline. I wanted to know who was up to what and who killed who! I’m excited to read the next ones!

(I know this is late but I'm working through my backlog and I wanted to make sure I leave a review!) I love this meta murder-mystery. It's so funny, and so charming, very tongue-in-cheek, which is definitely very much my vibe. I also love that this has turned into a whole series, and I'll definitely be reading all of them!

Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone is a cleverly written, darkly humorous mystery that kept me intrigued from the start. The writing style is a bit unconventional, and while it’s not what I typically gravitate toward, I actually found myself enjoying it more than I expected. The self-aware narration by Ernest (or Ernie) adds a unique charm and wit to the story, even as it delves into a web of family secrets and, of course, murder.

The premise is as wild as it sounds—a family where everyone has killed someone, and a reunion at a ski resort turns deadly. The plot twists and turns were well done, and I appreciated how Stevenson balanced the dark humor with a good old-fashioned mystery. It’s part whodunit, part family drama, and all-around entertaining.

Though the pacing slowed at times, I still found myself eagerly turning pages to uncover the next secret. Overall, a solid read with a fun, original concept. If you enjoy quirky mysteries with a sharp sense of humor, this book is definitely worth checking out!

Reminiscent of the classic murder mysteries, this one starts with a catchy title and continues with a clever mystery. The clues are there for you, you just have to piece them together. A somewhat locked room mystery where family members have gathered to welcome back one of their own who was just released from prison. The narrator is somewhat the black sheep in this dysfunctional family. Soon the family is snowed in and the fun begins.

If you like classic, cozy style mysteries with a sense of humor, this one is for you.

I am in the minority with this book in that it wasn't for me. It was a real struggle to make it through the book as it moved slowly and most of the characters irritated me.

Thanks to NetGalley and Mariner Books for the advanced digital copy of the book.

Thank you to Mariner Books and Netgalley for the advanced copy of the book. I love mystery novels, especially "golden aged" ones but I found "Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone" to miss the mark. I felt as if it relied too heavily on the "meta" aspects of narration. It was supposed to set in an inescapable lodge, and yet everyone seemed to be able to leave? It just wasn't for me and I wanted to love it more than I did.

This book was confusing to say the least! I ended up liking the end albeit a bit predictable by the reveal but still a good story nonetheless.

I felt like this book was very slow. I was disappointed it didn’t pick up more throughout. It didn’t grab my attention as it did some others through reviews I’ve read. The title and concept was interesting, but that’s it.

Addictive and fun, I loved this book! I especially love stories that are narrated by a main character. If you think your family is dysfunctional, just wait till you meet the Cunninghams! Throw in a murder and you are set for the weekend. I thought the answers were very obvious but I wasn't even close! A new favorite author!

Stevenson has such a welcome voice in the mystery genre. He is able to straddle that line, when writing meta fiction, between amusing and annoying. The main character's hyper awareness of the ploys of the locked room cozy murder mystery genre is quite entertaining. And the running commentary also helps keep all the multiple plots and subplots clear. The characters were all compelling (I mean, they're all killed someone, right?) and the shifting allegiences and surprise revelations kept the plot churning forward. I look forward to reading more from this author.

This book was a fun who done it romp that kept me guessing. It has a bit of Agatha Christie vibes as the reader is given clues to help discover the identity of the murderer. I appreciate the author's approach of not taking himself or the characters too seriously. This was an enjoyable page turner.

Ernest “Ern” Cunningham, the narrator of Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone, writes how-to guides for aspiring mystery authors, walking through the beats readers expect a whodunnit to hit. His career is an extension of the family business — in a way. As he explains on the first page, “Everyone in my family has killed someone… Some of us, the high achievers, have killed more than once.”

The family of murderers arrives at a ski lodge for a reunion as a snowstorm is coming — an ominous sign, our mystery-scholar narrator reminds us. The cause for the reunion is Ern’s brother Michael’s release from prison, where he landed because of Ern’s testimony. Further complicating matters, Michael is now dating Ern’s ex-wife. The complex family dynamics briefly take a backseat when a corpse is found and Michael is arrested again.

Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone is not for everyone. Casual or occasional mystery readers likely won’t appreciate Ernest’s regular commentary on the genre tropes, such as when trying to get cell service he says, “I had to be standing on the roof to get a single bar of reception, and even then it was hit and miss. Which I’m well aware is, like, a thing in these books. … If it’s any consolation, no one’s phone runs out of battery until Chapter 33.” But, if you’re looking for something that comments on the genre while delivering a strong plot, this one is for you.

This book falls squarely in the tradition of classic cozy mysteries, reminiscent of the Golden Age of Mystery. Set against the backdrop of a family reunion in a snowed-in resort, the story unfolds with a gruesome murder and a multitude of suspects, each with their own potential motive. The tantalizing prospect of anyone being the culprit keeps readers engaged and guessing throughout, as unexpected revelations pepper the narrative, keeping you on your toes.

While it took a few chapters to fully immerse myself in the story, due in part to the narrator "breaking the fourth wall" and the abundance of humor, I eventually found myself captivated by the unfolding events. The large cast of characters introduced all at once posed an initial challenge in keeping track of who's who, but I became more accustomed to the storytelling style and thoroughly engrossed in the mystery as the plot developed and the murder investigation intensified.

However, the complexity of the mystery itself presented some hurdles. While the numerous twists and turns were enjoyable, they occasionally left me feeling a bit lost, with moments where I struggled to follow the narrator's deductions based on the available information. Despite this, the story's uniqueness and compelling nature kept me eagerly flipping pages, and while the resolution may not have been as clear-cut as I'd prefer, it nevertheless delivered an entertaining and satisfying read.

Loved it! Once you start this book it is almost impossible to put down. We are introduced to Ernest, a writer and our narrator, at a Ski Resort in the middle of a family reunion where he recounts the lives lost by various members in his family. This story is highly addictive with a wonderful dark, snarky sense of humor that just adds to the fun! Loved it from beginning to end! I thank Netgalley and Mariner Books for the opportunity to read and review this book.

A funny murder mystery that keeps you guessing. The main character is hilarious. This book leaves you wanting more. Good thing there is a 2nd book out now.

This one kept me guessing until the end. I would recommend it for patrons who are looking for a whodunit with an unconventional narrator.

I liked the idea of this book, and there was some very clever writing. There was some twists and turns that kept me entertained. I would read this author again.