I am pretty sure this is gonna be the next big mini series. I've done zero googling but I would be very surprised if this stays in book format - It has all the elements needed for an engaging and interesting story.

I don't think the point is for Hannah to be likeable or relatable. The reason she finds herself in this situation (obsessed with an accused serial killer, writing him letters, attending his trial) is precisely because she is a deeply troubled person. She is not very self aware and there seems to be hints that we as readers are seeing through some of her one sided narrative by the descriptions and actions of those surrounding her. At times, I almost had the sense that the author was winking at us, in a this-girl-is-cra sort of way.

While reading, I described the book as akin to a car crash where you are compelled to stare and see what happens. A very addictive story with good writing, although it was hard to be in Hannah's mess of anxious thoughts for any length of time. And phew, what a finale.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley, Berkley Publishing Group, and Tasha Coryell for this ARC.

This was an interesting read, I picked it up because of the title. The storyline kept me on edge, I was constantly trying to figure out what would happen next. I did not expect the plot twists, or the direction the story was heading at all, which I loved!!

I definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves their romance with a side of mystery and characters with wonderfully questionable intentions.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this. I was so excited for this read. The description fit right into what I like and I had high expectations. Unfortunately this was a DNF at about 54%. I just could not get into it. The main character was completely boring and the first half of this book just dragged on with nothing exciting happening.

2.5/2.75 - writing a book where the main character kinda sucks is a bold decision, as it’s a fine line to tow. the main character is enthralled by the idea of dating a serial killer, and honestly she’s utterly insufferable. however, this book has to be satire… right? It doesn’t take itself seriously, so thankfully you know she’s supposed to suck but it just didnt hit in the way i was hoping. I will say, it’s a unique premise and I give the author props for venturing into the mind of a chronically online, unhinged, “I can fix him” type woman but ultimately the book just wasn’t for me

thank you NetGalley and Berkeley for the eARC

This was a good book overall. The main female character to me was unlikeable but still a well rounded character. The twist at the end was a good surprise.

Title: A Gripping Tale of Obsession: Love Letters to a Serial Killer

Love Letters to a Serial Killer by Tasha Coryell is a captivating story that kept me hooked from start to finish. It's all about Hannah, who gets really obsessed with a serial killer.

Right from the beginning, Coryell pulls you into Hannah's world. She's totally fixated on this killer guy, and it's kind of scary but also really fascinating to see how deep her obsession goes.

What makes this book special is how Coryell shows us Hannah's feelings in such a real way. You can't help but get caught up in her messed-up emotions as she gets more and more wrapped up in this dangerous crush.

As the story goes on, Coryell keeps you guessing and feeling tense. You're always wondering what's going to happen next between Hannah and the killer. It's like you're right there with them, feeling all the drama and suspense.

And Coryell's writing is just really good. She paints a picture of this creepy world where obsession rules everything. It feels like you're right there, experiencing it all alongside Hannah.

Overall, Love Letters to a Serial Killer is a gripping book that'll keep you on the edge of your seat. If you like stories about obsession and dark twists, you won't want to miss this one. Highly recommended for anyone who loves a good, intense read.

I really enjoyed this book. Different from all the other books I have ever read, and it was a fun read! Hannah goes after all the wrong guys, the ones most would refer to as the walking Red Flags, especially when she becomes intrigued with an accused serial killer. Hannah writes William and becomes like a penpal to him while he is on trial for the murders of not 1 but several women, and even begins a relationship with him. When he is acquitted, Hannah moves in with William and decides to play detective, because she still has no idea if she is living with someone innocent or guilty. There are a few twists in this book, and it kept me engaged. Definitely really good for this being this authors debut thriller. I would rate this book 4 stars, and would definitely read others by this author. Thank you Netgalley for letting me ARC read this.

This one reminded of those fans who wrote to Ted Bundy and all the other serial killers they mesmerized or found attractive (male and or female). Although it reminded me of something like this book is a tad different instead the girl writing the letter awaits for the person to get out of jail then moves in with him to attempt and figure out his reasoning as to why he did what he did. I can’t say much further don’t want to give anything away. Not a bad book fun and interesting if you like thrillers.

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Personally I didn’t love the book, but I also didn’t hate the book. I was honestly so in to it, till I guessed the ending then I got discouraged just because I wanted more! I didn’t want to guess it! I did however finish this in one sitting so it definitely is a fast read!
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This was an interesting read. I liked the idea of the FMC writing to a series killer and the process of trying to figure out if he was or wasn’t. I did find myself bored at some points in the story. This story did end with a good twist at the end.

I found this to be a slow burn book that wraps up very quickly
A woman who somehow becomes obsessed with a serial killer since her whole life seems to be in shambles she needs to find something to keep her going and keep things interesting.
I found myself wondering what has gotten into Hanna’s head when she writes to a man in jail. She wraps her life up in his trial. There isn’t really a twist you kind of wonder about the ending.
It was an easy but slow read. If you like books about serial killers this might be a book for you. I wouldn’t classify this as a thriller or anything like that. Almost a satire if anything. But worth a shot
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy and the chance to read it.

What a wild ride this book is! The main character is so unlikeable but it really adds to the entire story. I really love when thrillers jump right in as opposed to a slow burn and this plot goes from 0 to 100 REAL quick. I kept thinking this was satire by Hannah’s thoughts and choices and the ending??? 😮 lol perfect. This was a fun read.

Thank you so much for approving my request to read this book!

If you’re looking to get out of a reading slump, this might just be the book to do it! I love to read but lately have been suffering from a wandering mind and easy boredom when reading, especially at the beginning of books (which also means that books that are slow to start, take 400 pages just to set up the novel, and have nothing substantial happening until the last 80% are not my friend). Yet, this book captured me from the very beginning. I was never once bored nor did I feel like I wanted to skim. This was compulsively readable.

I love books with unreliable narrators because I love to get in the head of someone who’s sorta psychotic. It takes a talented author to pull off a book in the POV of someone who’s kind of mentally disturbed, for the reader to really get into her head and see how she processes and reacts to things. The amount of joy Hannah gets from a serial killer paying attention to her and writing her back is….odd. But also, since you get a peek into her life, you can see how lonely she is, tired of not being chosen, put on the back burner by her only friend, and now only having a serial killer to reach out to for comfort. As starved for affection as she is, you kind of can see why she made the choices she did and continued to write William, and how her desperation gave her delusions of what she thinks is love. But still…even after getting in her head throughout the whole beginning of the book, it’s still really hard to understand her because she’s so mentally disturbed. The amount of joy she found from it all was very….strange. She essentially became obsessed with him, living for when his letters arrive. Like, girl. Come on. He’s a serial killer.

This was such an interesting read, and at some parts I wanted to laugh at how insane Hannah acted sometimes. Getting into the head of a fangirl of a serial killer was something I’ve never read in a book before. You kind of spend most of the book feeling sorry for her. She really was starved for affection and validation and I think that fed into her delusion.

I saw the ending coming from a mile away and it was pretty predictable to me tbh, but I still enjoyed this!

Thank you to Netgalley and Berkley for sending me an advanced copy in return for my honest review.

I was lucky enough to win an e-ARC of LOVE LETTERS TO A SERIAL KILLER by Tasha Coryell from a Shelf Awareness giveaway. Thank you for the early look, and have a safe and happy weekend!

This was a crazy concept for a book, but I think it's safe to say I am obsessed!

Hannah finds herself trapped in a dead-end job, drifting away from her friends, and unable to maintain a relationship to save her life. Amidst this turmoil, a handsome lawyer named Wesley is arrested for a string of murders. Hannah, seeking an outlet for her frustrations, begins writing letters to him. However, her casual correspondence transforms into an obsession with the case and the women Wesley is accused of killing. Unexpectedly, Wesley begins to reply, and Hannah finds herself drawn to him in ways she never imagined.

From the very first page, I was captivated, devouring the book in just two days because I was desperate to figure out how it would end. I experienced every emotion alongside the main character – I wanted to comfort her, admonish her, and even shake some sense into her. As a fan of true crime, I was particularly drawn to the premise of this book, and I believe it handles its sensitive subject matter with great care. The journey it takes you on is nothing short of exhilarating, and I am eagerly anticipating its release.

If I could give one piece of advice, it would be to go into this book blind and avoid reading the blurb, because I feel like it gives away some details that could have surprised me. "Love Letters To A Serial Killer" is set to hit the shelves on June 25th, and I wholeheartedly recommend giving it a read. A special thank you to Netgalley and Berkley Publishing for providing me with this ARC!

This was such an interesting take on the serial killer story. I really enjoyed that Hannah, our main character began writing letters to an accused serial killer. Her fixation grows more and more by the day. And was interesting to see her relationship with Willam grow while not being able to physically see or connect with him. I enjoyed the twists and the end.

This was an ok story. I will say that I liked the writing style and I found myself reading for hours without wanting to put it down. I loved how we were guessing whether or not William was guilty and the inclusion of the trial scenes. Once we got to 80% where everything began to unfold I was very disappointed. The “plot twist” was predictable which I was hoping that it would truly shock me. There was so many ways this story could’ve gone and it just felt like the author took the easy way out. Hannah was an irritating character but like it was almost humorous reading her thoughts and desires. Overall, I enjoyed the story until the last few chapters.

This was my first time reading a book by Tasha Coryell and I loved it! I could not put it down. It was easy to read, and kept you guessing- is William a serial killer or not? I will say the main character, Hannah, is somewhat unlikable but you kind of feel bad for her. Parts of her are extremely relatable and other parts make her seem desperate. I liked the side characters too as they were interesting. The title drew me in but I would definitely read another book by Tasha Coryell.

Thanks to Penguin Random House for letting me read this book early and review it!

This book was amazing! I loved the story, the writing, and the main character named Hannah.

I was immediately involved in Hannah, Coryell's lonely, struggling everywoman...who starts writing to a serial killer. As insane as it sounds, she was so relatable. She's desperate for a connection, to be loved, yet increasingly alienated by the pressures of her job, by modern dating, and by being alone. Coryell walks a tightrope with Hannah and it kept me on the edge of my seat. In theory, Hannah does something crazy, but she's also so funny, complex, self-aware, sad, and real that I found myself wanting her to either do something crazier. or for her to be vindicated in her behavior.

Absolutely loved reading this book, loved the set up, and the tension, The ending left me wanting more.

This book was a winner for me!

The main character was a bit tedious at times, and she did a lot of unrealistic/over the top things but I found that in some parts of the book I did resonate with her and saw bits of myself in her.

The twist was good, but I was able to guess it half way through the book. The ending seemed a bit rushed, and I was a little disappointed. I am hoping there is a sequel that will take place a number of months/years later that will give some resolution.

Overall a very good book. This author is new to me but I would definitely read more from her.