I Kill Killers
Written By S. T. Ashman
Publisher Ashman Books
Release Date October 10, 2023

Characters: 5/5
Plot: 5/5
Pace: 5/5
Suspense: 5/5
Overall Enjoyment: 5/5


TRIGGER WARNING********
Violence, murder, sex, and torture

This is definitely one of those vigilante justice meets revenge books that will keep you totally on the edge of your seat and reading well into the day and night. I didn’t stop reading until the end. I forgot to cook dinner, wash dishes, and do laundry so this book got me in some hot water but it was well worth it.


Leah is a serial killer, heroine, serial killer and well all around bad ass. She is playing a cat and mouse game with the FBI. The Behavioral Analysis Unit to be exact. We start with special agent Liam Richter, Larsen and Richter’s partner Tony. The department is swamped with cases but there is one that needs attention now. That of a butchered body that has everyone thinking that it is the work of either drug mule or the cartel gang. However there are a few clues that have Liam thinking elsewhere.
Leah learned at a younger age how to hurt others who hurt her without carrying any remorse. Like the time she stabbed a young man with a pencil who was trying to tape her. This seems to be where she decides to take justice into her own hands.
SAC Larsen decides it is time to turn the case over but Richter just cannot seem to let it go. He decides that he will pursue this on his own time. Liam starts to uncover clues and thinks that he may have an answer to the body count but no one believes him. They all think this is no more than a gangs killing. He finds help in someone that he could not bring forward. Someone that he should not be talking to.
Leah goes on a date with someone whom the reader finds out is a serial killer. She does not wait to dispose of his body in a vile and gruesome manner. But he deserves it right? She does not stop there. She is a sleuth that finds her victims one by one with the ability to track them down in a way the precludes the FBI. However, they seem to be hot on her trail…..but can they catch her?
Ashman is one hell of a writer. Especially books of this genre and although this is his debut, I feel that this book is so much different than anything I have read before. The writing brought me in and I just could not put this book down. I guess the way the book ended though that we will be reading book #2 hopefully. I absolutely cannot wait. Thank you Ashman for sharing your amazing talents and keeping me up all night reading.


Thank you to NetGalley as well as the author and publisher for giving me the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my unbiased and honest review

This book follows the story of two very different narratives. One is from a world renown pianist who somehow finds herself caught up in a gruesome crime. The other is an FBI detective who is on the case to solve the murder of Mr. Harris. With each chapter, their stories intertwine and you are reminded justice isn’t always the same for everyone. This story was written so well and it was a under 5 hour read for me. Once I began reading I could not stop myself I needed to know what happened to Leah and Liam. I would 10000% recommend this book to anyone who loves a good twist at the end. I will say it ends on a cliff hanger, I can’t wait to get my hands on book 2!!

Thank you NetGalley & S.T. Ashman for the ARC of this book. It was truly a wild ride.

Wow wow wow!!! This book was absolutely incredible! I love crime thrillers and up until this book I have been missing the killer’s perspective. But this book gave me exactly what I was craving. It had me rooting for the killer and getting mad at the FBI agent the whole way, only to be shocked to the core by the ending. Left me wanting more and more the closer I got the end. I will absolutely recommend the book to anyone who is a fan of psychological crime thrillers and will be reading any sequel to come from this book!

I had to DNF this book as the writing just read a bit too novice. Also there was a bit about a house maid and then being Hispanic and made fun of the stereotype Hispanic religious house decor and jobs and that just sat unwell with me. Also servants quarters??? We’re calling them servants quarters and the Fmc is talking to an Alexa?? Odd.

Thanks to Netgalley and Ashman books for letting me read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

WOW! This would have to be one of my favourite reads so far this year.
I love a good serial killer revenge thriller and this did not disappoint!

I loved everything about it. The characters feel real and complex and the storyline is full of intrigue and twists.
I can't wait for the sequel.

Fans of Mindf*ck by S.T. Abby, They Never Learn by Layne Fargo, Sweetpea series by C.J. Skuse and the Deanna Madden trilogy by A.R. Torre will love this.
It's a well deserved 5 stars from me. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

How does a genius pianist turn to be the killer of serial killers? Absolutely brilliant 🤩 loved the amazing storyline of the FBI agent finding Leah the pianist, the killer of serial killers. Great twists and well written by S T Ashman. This is the first book I read from this author. Anymore in this series to come ? I will be interested. Thank you to Netgalley.

I really enjoyed this excited cat and mouse crime thriller. I’d let Leah do anything she ever wanted honestly! the ending plot twist got me so good and definitely didn’t see it coming. Definitely looking forward to the next one!!!

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I Kill Killers by S.T. Ashman is ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ for me. THRILLER DONE RIGHT!! The cover is dark and intriguing. Coupled with the title; I was ALL IN. Admittingly, I was a little skeptical because a title this good better damn well deliver (in my mind anyway). Oh boy did it! And then some! Let's just say S.T. Ashman has gained a new fan eager to read the sequel and all of her future books!
The title will give you the plot, so let me give you the feelings.
You will feel the fast paced, psychological thriller ride that you crave as you go along this cat-and-mouse chase. Leah, world- renowned pianist is always one step ahead of the FBI. Just as methodical as her fingers on the keys, her hunt and thirst for revenge doesn't disappoint.
You will feel tension as the characters come to life as their moral compasses struggle with good vs evil.
You will feel disgusted and perhaps lured in by the gruesome crime scenes left for the FBI to investigate. Agent Liam, is hot on the trail but lacking the evidence to back it up. Liam is faced with his own set of ethical challenges about how far he will go.
You will struggle with all of the gray area of good/bad and what is justified. Brilliantly, this book allows the reader to decide for themselves.
📚Publishing date: October 10th!!! Add it to your TBR list now because you do not want to sleep on this one!
A big thank you to NetGalley, Ashman Books, and S. T. Ashman for providing me with an ARC in exchange for providing an honest review.

Thank you, Net Galley and Ashman Books for this ARC. - Publish Date 10th October 2023.

This book!!!. Not for the faint-hearted but if you're up for the ride - strap in and hold on.
An electrifying and suspenseful crime thriller that kept me on edge from beginning to end. With a fast-paced storyline, well-developed characters, and unexpected twists, this book is a must-read.
The story follows FBI agent Liam and world-renowned pianist Leah.
Ashman's writing style is immersive, engaging, evocative and unbelievably terrifying.
The twists and turns in this book are masterfully constructed and left me guessing the entire way through. The book raises thought-provoking questions about the blurred lines between good and evil, and the lengths one might be willing to go to in the pursuit of justice.
This book constantly gave me those jaw-dropping moments that left me floored.
I did not want this book to end.

Absolutely riveting from page one; a fabulously thrilling thriller.
FBI Behavior Analysis specialist Liam Richter is on the hunt for a serial killer:
his specialty.
Only this time, the evidence takes him in along an unexpected avenue..
It seems that he just may be hunting a killer...of killers.
Leah, a world renowned and gifted pianist, keeps appearing in his investigation in
the strangest and most inopportune times.
Coincidence?? Planned interference??
Liam has to figure this out before he can find his killer.
I could not put this down.
I do believe there will be more to come.
Bring them right on.

I Kill Killers is a suspense thriller set in Boston about a celebrated concert pianist who moonlights as a self-appointed executioner of serial killers, and the FBI agent who is determined to catch her.
I requested this despite being so bored with serial killer plotlines that I’m avoiding them as much as possible - it’s harder than you think, authors seem to love dropping them into all sorts of genres now, because I do enjoy female vigilante stories. While there wasn’t anything new here, and it requires significant suspension of disbelief, it’s a good effort for a new author.

When a horribly mutilated body is found in the woods, Special Agent Liam Richter from the FBI’s Behavioural Analysis Unit tracks a possible witness to the Boston Symphony. Meeting beautiful Leah Nachtnabel, he can’t understand how all the clues keep pointing in her direction. Leah has known since childhood that she is different, and despite her glamorous life, feels no emotion, except when she kills evil men. When Liam’s team discover what their victim has been getting up to, some are on the side of his killer, but he believes in the law - and will stop at nothing to enforce it.

I enjoyed this with some reservations. Unlike Dexter, the most obvious comparison, Leah lacks his charm - her POV chapters are told in first person past narration, and we learn that she has autism and alexithymia, but no real explanation for her behaviour is given. She has a relationship with a male escort whom she pays to act like a husband - I’m not sure that this added to the plot, apart from as an excuse to throw in some raunchy sex scenes. Liam, on the other hand, is a hard working devoted father who lost his marriage to his job, and will do anything for his colleagues. I found it hard to believe that it takes him quite so long to work out what’s going on. Leah is on the trail of another serial murderer who leaves his victims alive to be run over by trains, and I was waiting for more about why, but this plot thread was dealt with rather too easily and no explanation is given. The unresolved ending leaves things open for a sequel, and I would be interested to see the cat and mouse game between Liam and Leah continue. 3.5 rounded up for good twists and avoidance of the present tense.

A comment about the ARC edition I received - while it’s always made clear that typos and other mistakes will be corrected for publication, they are not usually as glaring and numerous as I found here. I really hope an editor is going to fix them all in time for publication - most should’ve been picked up by beta readers and corrected before review copies were sent out.

Thanks to NetGalley and Victory Editing Co-op for the ARC. I Kill Killers is published on October 10th.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Author for giving me an ARC of this book! All of these thoughts and comments are my own.

Leah is a famous pianist full time and a part time serial killer of serial killers. Liam is a determined FBI agent who just won’t give up on finding out what happened at the horrendous murders he is investigating. He knows all sings point to Leah but ultimately has no proof. Will Leah get away with this or will Liam get “justice”.

This was such a world wind. This is Dexter meets the Mind F*cked series but less spice. I honestly couldn’t put this book down. It was that good. I’ve always been intrigued with serial killer type novels and this book did not disappoint.

I’m only confused about one thing and that’s the ending. But, I think there will be a second book, so maybe it’ll explain more. This was an exceptional read and I think all of the crime junkies/mystery lovers are going to eat this book up.

4 stars!

Absolutely incredible read. Stunning from start to finish. The lead protagonist, Leah, is a great creation, and her nemesis Richter is superb as well. The twists at the end were totally unexpected, and I can’t wait for this author’s next book. Highly, highly recommended.

"I Kill Killers" is a gripping tale where brilliant writing immerses you in a world of revenge and justice, led by a strong female protagonist. The intense opening sets the tone for a heart-pounding plot with unexpected twists. The shifting perspectives add complexity and nuance to the narrative, allowing readers to both cheer for Leah's escape and eagerly await Liam's pursuit. Also, I felt a small yearning for more backstory on Leah's past. Exploring her history could have added an even deeper understanding of her motivations and actions. If you're a fan of revenge tales, justice-seeking heroes, and unexpected twists, this book is an absolute must-read.

This was PERFECTION. A serial killer who kills killers being pursued/investigated by an FBI officer by chance- I mean can this plot get any better? I had full criminal minds vibes with this book and I lived for it. I absolutely adored this wild ride of cat and mouse, and was fully engaged from the first page to the last. Firstly I loved the use of the dual POV. Leah’s POV being in the first person was so effective and allowed the reader to truly experience what was going on in her twisted head. I am generally not a fan of first person narrated books but when it is done as good as this I can’t complain. Liam the FBI officer POV was third person (my usual preference for books) and this worked so well alongside Leah’s POV. The pacing of this book was perfect I never really wanted to put it down and the ending?! I’m thrilled the author is writing a sequel because 1. I have so many questions and 2. I NEED TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE ENDING. I cannot stress this enough if you’d like to enjoy a wild ride of a book I cannot recommend this enough. I have been in thriller burnout for a while but oh man this scratched the itch and allowed me to enjoy thrillers like I used to!

Thank you Netgalley, Ashman Books and S.T. Ashman for this ARC in exchange for an honest review. I Kill Killers will be published on October 10, 2023.

Thanks to NetGalley and Ashman Books for providing me with an ARC of "I Kill Killers" for an honest review.

It's pretty easy to figure out what this book is about. The title kind of lets you know. That's exactly what drew me in. I love nothing more than a revenge or justice killer. What's even better is it's a strong female character. It starts out really strong, and I became obsessed with it. Heads up, you're thrown right into some trigger warnings from page one. It set the bar high for the rest of the book. The main male character is an FBI agent who is on a case that she seems to be connected to. They're both intelligent, and strong minded. I really enjoyed that too.

What I liked:
-The author's writing is really great. The details you want are there.
-A lot of thought went into these characters. Not just the main character, but you also get more with the background characters too.
-Story line *chefs kiss*
-A little twist in the mix.
-A little glimpse into Leah's mind.
-While their lives intertwined, they had their own personal lives.
-All the characters were likeable.
-The pace changed from fast to medium. It gave your heart a break from the pounding of "what's going to happen next?" while still being entertaining and interesting.
-It was a thrilling ride, just as the author promised.

What I didn't like:
-I honestly don't understand the need for the chapters to go from first to third person point of view. Liam's could have been in first. It messed with my mind a bit.
-I expected more justice. (I won't say more due to possible spoilers, but this reason is why I can't give it five stars)
-I would have liked a little more of their past, or at least Leah's past. That way we would have more insight on her. We know how it started, but that's it. I like a good flashback, but that's not going to determine a loss of a star for me. Like I said above, that is the only reason I took one off. The reason I think this would have been important is because of the medical diagnosis she's given. It kind of just seemed as if it were thrown in there and that's that.

I absolutely loved this book! It was fantastic and so twisty. Really great concept! I read it all in one sitting on the train.

Really amazing storyline and so unique! I’d highly recommend to anyone that loves a thriller!

I Kill Killers has all of the makings to be a great horror read. The main character is morally challenged, the scenes are brutal and the idea is fresh. The main character thinks/speaks very poetically making those scenes very quotable and beautiful. But I struggled with the dialogue sometimes, especially between the officers. It just just didn’t feel as authentic and serious as I would have liked it to. This is personal opinion I feel like others may really enjoy this.

Wow. Just wow. Here I am getting ready to write the review for this book and seriously all I can think about is the next one.

“A red drop of blood on a white canvas, hiding in plain sight for the whole world to see. A serial killer of serial killers.”

Leah, a world renowned pianist who is autistic and has zero emotion is just that. A serial killer of serial killers. She is the judge, jury and executioner of those who have done wrong. How she does this, who are her cohorts and why she picks her victims and those around her and what makes this story so interesting and will keep you interested until the last page.!!!!!!! I literally went back to reread some of the passages just now to see if I missed a clue because that ending !!!! Give me book 2!!!!

I Kill Killers is a pulse-pounding thrill ride from start to finish. I love serial killer books and quirky protagonists, and this book delivered well on both fronts.

I Kill Killers is a thriller about a woman named Leah Nachtnebel who is a world-renowned concert pianist who was once a victim of a serial killer herself, so she now dedicates her life to hunting down and killing other serial killers - a serial killer serial killer. Hello Dexter Morgan, meet Leah Nachtnabel.

We also have the view from FBI agent Liam Richter who is tracking down the serial killer who is terrorizing Boston.

The book is packed full of suspense with lots of twists and turns. Leah and Liam are both multilayered and complex characters and I found myself rooting for both, even with them being on the opposite ends od the law.
The moral implications of Leah's actions are explored and we do ask the question on whether it’s ok for someone to take the law into their own hands. Especially when doing it to protect others.

If you’re a fan of the genre, you’ll love this book. It has everything you need in it.
While there’s no cliffhanger per se, it is setup for a sequel at the end. I can’t wait to come back.

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to review