I did not read the first book in this series. There were a few inaccuracies with the police procedural aspects of this book which kind of annoyed me. The plot was entertaining and kept me wanting to know more throughout the entirety of the book. overall it was good.

Thank you to Sam Baron, Storm Publishing, and NetGalley for an eARC of The Murder Club.

3 out of 5 stars.

I was so excited to get an ARC of The Murder Club. I DEVOURED the first book and had high expectations for the second installment. While the story was still intriguing, this book wasn't as gripping as the first.

I love the diverse cast of characters and the representation, however I felt like some of the characters written fell into typical race stereotypes. Additionally, the readers knows from the first book that there is an overarching plot line with the murder of Susan's husband and that didn't advance much in the second book. Those were really my only two gripes with this book. Otherwise, I thought the story moved quickly and was a fairly entertaining mystery. While I was able to immediately guess the connection between the murderer and the billionaires (and it was painful to wait for the detectives to get there!) there were enough other elements at play to keep me interested in the story.

I am interested to see how Baron plays out Susan's story in the next book, so even while this book wasn't my favorite of the series I will still keep reading to finish her story.

The Murder Club is a fast paced thriller full of dark secrets and a twisted obsession. Our main character, FBI Agent Susan Park, navigates in a web of deceit and danger to uncovers the connections of a series of deaths. This is a suspenseful read, with twists that keep you at the edge of your seat. The atmosphere is dark and the set of characters is complex and well developed. I enjoyed it and recommend it to fans of the genre.

The Murder Club by Sam Baron is a chilling, fast-paced thriller that combines dark secrets, murder, and a twisted obsession. FBI Agent Susan Parker is thrust into a tense investigation when a wealthy man is found strangled, a murder linked to an elite and sinister “Murder Club” obsessed with a notorious killer. As she uncovers connections to a series of eerily similar deaths, Susan navigates a web of deceit, danger, and chilling discoveries. With a local pizza delivery girl’s scrapbook and a killer’s relentless pursuit, the stakes escalate as Susan races to uncover the truth before she becomes the next victim. Baron expertly weaves suspense, complex characters, and chilling twists in this page-turning mystery.

This is the second novel following FBI agent Susan Parker and her team as they try to figure out who is killing members of a Billionaire Murder Club. I enjoyed how it showed that even the experts need assistance as they pulled help from a group of Podcasters.

I really enjoy this series and looking forward to the next book!

Sam Baron’s The Murder Club is the second book in the FBI Agent Susan Parker series. I received a copy from Storm Publishing via Netgalley.

What begins as a routine murder case—a wealthy man found strangled in his luxurious lakeside home—leads Susan into the world of a Murder Club, obsessed with a serial killer known as the Clothesline Killer. As Susan investigates, she uncovers chilling connections to neglected single mothers and a trail of forgotten victims. A surprising ally emerges in a local pizza delivery girl whose obsessive research provides critical clues. When another club member is found dead, the stakes skyrocket, and Susan finds herself in the killer’s crosshairs.

I had to get used to the second book a bit more than book 1. Somehow it didn't grab me right from the start and I only got in the flow after a third of the book. I did like the main character, and the story itself is suspenseful enough to keep going. All in all, I expected a bit more from a sequel but still enjoyed the book.

3,5/5 ⭐️

I think the book started and ended well

Pros
1.) character development
2.)great 1st chapter. It had me wanting more.
3) the last few chapters had me wanting more.

Cons
1.) some parts were slow. About a quarter of the way through it slowed down.


Overall a solid book and worth the read

The Murder Club was a slow burn book for me. It slugged along and the backstory and world building of the Murder Club itself was tedious to read. The thriller and mystery portions of the book were stellar.

I do not like to give two stars but this book just fell apart for me. I could not get into the writing style, the story or the characters,
I was initially intrigued by the title but it did not deliver for me and I DNF.

The Murder Club by Sam Baron is a tense thriller that follows FBI Agent Susan Parker as she investigates a secretive club obsessed with the “Clothesline Killer.” When a wealthy local member of the club is found strangled, Susan is drawn into a chilling web of secrets linking the victim to unsolved murders. As she uncovers clues from an unexpected ally, a young investigator with her own theories, Susan faces escalating danger. This fast-paced mystery delivers unexpected twists and is sure to captivate thriller fans such as myself.

Thanks for the opportunity to preview The Murder Club.
This is a series book but they can stand on their own.
Susan Parker is an agent who has just solved a major case. So when a new one falls into her lap, she’s ready and able
In this novel she is called to the scene of a murder of a very rich man. There seems to be the strong possibility of a serial killer’s involvement. And maybe this serial killer has a close connection to some other rich people.
Susan is up against strong motives to keep things quiet but that’s not her style. And when another series of murders intersect with this case it is more apparent there is a killer who knows no bounds. And this killer is watchful and has sights on Susan.
This is a good follow up to Barons last book. 4 stars!

This is the second book for this series but can be read as stand lone. I found it an easy read however it didnt grip me as much as the first book. Characters were good and likeable. I will be trying the next book, the plot in this one just didnt hold my attention.

It kept me hooked and turning pages but I wasn't a fan of the charachters. I'm sure a lot of people will like it, not my cup of tea
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

In this story we follow Susan Parker and her team as they try to figure out who is killing members of a Billionaire Murder Club. With the help of an unlikely group of Podcasters, the team begins to piece together a gruesome picture that will definitely have you on the edge of your seat.

I loved the diverse group of likeable characters and I look forward to finding out more about them in future books.

I enjoyed this book so much, I was kicking myself for not reading Book 1 first. Thankfully this book works as a standalone, but I'm definitely going to go back and read the first book. Very much looking forward to more of this series!

This was an easy read. As an avid crime/police thriller reader there was a bit more explaining of topics/points than I feel were necessary especially since this is the 2nd book to a series. Overall it was a good read and I feel you could read as a stand alone as well.

This was, unfortunately, a DNF for me. The writing style simply didn't suit me and I found myself unable to enjoy this one.

The Murder Club by Sam Baron ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

FBI Agent Susan Parker is back and I couldn't be more thrilled. I really enjoyed part 2 of the series. The plot was great and fast paced. A group called The Murder Club have been tracking the killings of a serial killer when 1 one them turns up dead. Agent parker must find the killer before her family becomes the new victims.

Thank you NetGalley and Sam Baron for the opportunity to read this ARC..

Not going to lie the title of this one intrigued me and I read it based solely on that. I didn't know it was part of a series until after I started but it did read mostly like a standalone. I did get through this book quickly but it wasn't due to needing to know what happened. It was easy to read. The writing felt very clunky and elementary. The writer did a lot of telling and explaining instead of showing. There were these weird sections of explanations for crime or police lingo. I think anyone reading a book like this is familiar with the genre and wouldn't need these explanations. It broke the flow of the story as well.

I liked most of the characters. I will say it was distracting the use of jefe all the time by one of the team members. Felt weird and like the voice of that character was a cartoon. The story was a solid idea I don't think it was executed well.

I've realized the bucket of 3 stars has the biggest range for me out of all the star ratings. Considering how many I have recently given 3 stars and to me they are all on different parts of the 3 star spectrum.

Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC.

First off thank you to Net Galley and Storm Publishing for this compelling read the second in a series that can be read alone.

Susan is back after her ordeal with the serial killer in the previous book and dealing with her husbands death. While taking care of her daughter and herself occasionally.
I really got into the first book I was on the edge of my seat but this time around it fell flat for me. I couldn’t get into it. It’s fast paced but I just don’t know I’m meh on it. Somethings missing it. Could be a me thing 😊🤷🏻‍♀️

Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC!

This is a 2nd book in the FBI Agent Susan Parker series, however can also be read as a standalone, which I did! I will be going back to purchase and read the first book as I enjoyed this book and the plotline.

If you enjoy serial killer stories this one is a great one to pick up!

4 stars!