I own this and intend to read it in the future I'm just clearing this off my board to reduce stress. I will update when I read/review.

A woman uploads her DNA to an online site in search of her missing father. This leads to a connection to a serial killer. The link is a close male family match, making her question whether her father or her two sons committed several horrific crimes where at least two women and a horse were burned on a funeral pyre. This is book five of a series with character DCI Jonah Sheens, but can easily be read as a stand alone.
This was a fast paced thriller with a twist I didn't see coming. I've read a previous book in the series and Gytha Lodge does not disappoint.
A Killer in the Family ~ Gytha Lodge

Women are being killed, then burned. A DNA test leads the investigating team to Aisling Cooley, a game designer. Aisling has 2 sons and a big secret that she is keeping from them. Aisling had uploaded her DNA hoping to find information about her father, but instead, she is now in the middle of a police investigation.
This is a good mystery, a continuation of a series. I need to read the back volumes of the series, but these easily work as standalone novels.

This psychological thriller was full of twists and kept me hooked from the first page. Each character is full of different layers that get peeled back throughout the story. I found it easy to connect to the characters and was unable to put down this book!

Unfortunately I was unable to download this book before the archive date, so I'm not able to leave a review. I look forward to reading and reviewing books by this author in the future.

I must say this book wasn’t bad. I enjoyed how it was witted and it kept me engaged. I have this a 4 star rating.

I didn’t realize this was a series but totally fine to read as a standalone. I will definitely be going back to check out the rest of this series.

While I was not aware that this was the fifth book in a series, it works well enough as a stand-alone novel. The title of the book establishes the central premise - what would you do to protect a killer in the family?

Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for sharing this book with me.

I honestly can’t get enough of the Jonah Sheens series! What makes this twisty, intelligent, heart-throbbing psychological thriller series so unique is the way Gytha Lodge delves into deep layers of characters, allowing us not only to connect with each of them but also become a part of their world.

A Killer in the Family by Gytha Lodge.

A mysterious story surrounding a single mother.
She is looking for her estranged father and submits her DNA in hopes of finding him.
Her DNA instead leads detectives to her door stating that someone related to her has to be the bonfire killer.

This was a good story. I wish I had read the earlier books prior to this one. I wasn't aware it was the 5th story. I think that took away from the story because I was missing a lot of the background information on the detective characters.

Epic prolouge.. The mystery draws you in and you start thinking of theories to what’s the answer. Overall this book made me want to read the others in the series.

I love the work friendship of Ben and Juliette.

Serial Killer Targets Family Member

A Killer in the Family is the fifth installment in Gytha Lodge's DCI Jonah Sheens series. The story centers on Aisling Cooley, who uploads her DNA online in search of her father but inadvertently becomes entangled in a murder investigation. Her DNA is a match for a recent crime scene linked to the "Bonfire Killer," a serial murderer who leaves his victims on bonfires. This startling discovery puts Aisling and her two sons, Ethan and Finn, under the scrutiny of Detective Chief Inspector Jonah Sheens, who is racing against time to catch the killer before he strikes again.

A Killer in the Family is a gripping and well-crafted novel that will appeal to fans of psychological thrillers and police procedurals. Gytha Lodge's ability to weave complex narratives and create relatable characters makes this book a standout in the genre. Whether you are a longtime follower of the DCI Jonah Sheens series or a newcomer, this novel offers a thrilling and emotionally resonant reading experience.

Good yarn about serial killer and family. It was exciting but a bit overwritten. I enjoyed it. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher!

This was a great read! I love how detailed the author is behind the police procedural series. The characters are well balanced and make a great and enjoyable dynamic to read.

Gytha Lodge created a suspension novel filled with twists that kept me enthralled all the way through the book!

A woman uploads her DNA online and then is contacted by a detective. I love the DNA trope! This book had lots of twists and a surprise ending. While it wasn’t my favorite book I’ve ever read, I did enjoy it!

“A Killer in the Family” by Gytha Lodge explores the unsettling intersection of personal tragedy and a chilling serial killer case. The plot kicks off with the discovery of two bodies on a bonfire, setting off a wave of fear in the suburban town of Southampton. The narrative follows Aisling Cooley, a single mother juggling the search for her estranged father and the terror of the "Bonfire Killer" stalking her community.

Lodge’s novel is effective in creating a tense atmosphere, blending the urgency of the serial killer's investigation with Aisling’s emotional journey. The dual narrative of personal and public crisis adds layers of suspense and intrigue. The suspense around the identity of the killer and the mystery of Aisling’s father keeps the reader engaged.

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Awesome.
When the police found the first body, left on a bonfire in the forest, they worried it had the hallmarks of a serial killer. Now, as they find the second, they know for sure. Panic about the “Bonfire Killer” quickly spreads through the sedate suburban area of Southampton. Women are urged not to travel alone at night, and constant vigilance is encouraged among the local residents. But single mom Aisling Cooley has a lot to distract her: two beloved teenage sons and a quest to find her long-lost father, whom she hasn’t seen since she was a teenager. After much debate, she decides to upload her DNA to an ancestry website. When she gets a match she is filled with an anxious excitement that her questions about her father’s disappearance from her life might finally be answered. But to her horror, it’s not her father who’s found her. It’s a detective. And they say her DNA is a close match for the Bonfire Killer.
Thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for giving me an advance copy.

I didn’t expect to love this and it blew me away.

Going into this I didn’t know it was a part of a Jonah series. Even as a standalone I had no issue at all with not reading the other books.

It was definitely a long book and took a bit to slog theough, but I’m glad I did

Standout addition to the crime thriller genre. Gytha Lodge's expert storytelling, combined with her skillful character development and intricate plotting, makes this novel a compelling read. It’s a book that not only entertains but also offers deep psychological insights into its characters.

This was the thriller of the year for me. Can't recommend it enough. Fascinating and unpredictable plot paired with great writing.