I had such a blast with this book! The blend of mystery and San Francisco’s eerie charm created an incredibly engaging read! Capri Sanzio is a fantastic protagonist—imagine running serial killer tours in a city as steeped in dark history as San Francisco, all while trying to clear your infamous grandfather's name! Her backstory as the granddaughter of the notorious William 'Overkill Bill' Sanzio adds a fresh twist to the mystery genre that I found absolutely fascinating.

The setting was spot-on and added so much to the experience. I loved how the book dives into San Francisco’s darker past, with intriguing details about landmarks like Alcatraz. Capri’s tours, which blend history with the macabre, sounded like something I’d love to go on! It was great to see how the author incorporated these elements into the plot, making the city itself almost like a character in the story.

Capri herself is such a compelling character. I felt like I was right there with her, unraveling clues and navigating personal drama. Her determination to clear her grandfather’s name, while dealing with the fallout from her former mother-in-law’s actions and the new murders, was both gripping and relatable. She’s smart, funny, and easy to root for.

That said, there were times when the story felt a bit cluttered with side characters who didn’t always get enough development. A few potential suspects popped up but then disappeared without much follow-up, which left me a bit confused.

Stephanie Németh-Parker’s narration really brought the book to life. Her distinct voices for each character and the way she handled the different tones of the story made listening to the audiobook a real treat.

If you enjoy a good mystery with a touch of humor and a unique setting, I highly recommend it. I’m definitely curious to see if there’s more to come in this series or from this author.

A fun mystery read!
A woman whose grandfather was convicted of being a serial killer, finds herself embroiled in an investigation when a copycat killer emerges.
This was a fun mystery book that I enjoyed. I definitely enjoyed the narrator. The plot was decent, although there weren't very many plot twists. The main character was enjoyable, as were some of the supporting characters. Worth the read.
Thanks to Netgalley and McMillan Audio for making the ARC available.

This book was such an interesting listen! as someone who only rarely reads mysteries, this was PERFECT for me! I really enjoyed that there was a bit of backstory development on the main character's family ties and her life before getting into the mystery element AND that there were kind of multiple mysteries trying to be solved in this one story! It really keeps you involved and on your toes! I also really enjoyed that mysteries weren't very predictable and did have quite a shock factor to them!!!
Also, I loved that there was a minuscule element of romance that occurs between the main character and an investigating police officer! It's a very awesome audiobook for people who always love mysteries and people trying to get into them! There's a very fun balance of general fiction and mystery that made this a very fun listen!
Thank you so much to Macmillan Audio for an early copy of this audiobook in exchange for an unbiased review!💖

I really enjoyed this mystery. It had a great hook and I listened to it in one day, I just couldn’t put it down.
There was moments that really had me thinking I figure out the mystery and in the end Whoa! Was I ever surprised!

An enjoyable cozy mystery minus the food link. When Capri, a serial killer tour guide around San Fran, decides to try to find the real killer of a past case. Her grandfather Bill was convicted of the murder and is now serving time in prison.She has alway believed in his innocents and now she's going to dig deeper into what happened. Now, if that that plot wasn't great enough we get a side plot involving a more recent death. And it looks as though it could be a copy cat murder from the prisoned "Over Kill Bill". I really had a blast with this one. The characters were well developed and i was rooting for them. I love a cold case and an amateur sleuth plot.

I loved the main character and felt like I was working the case right along with her. She is smart, funny, and likable.

The ending surprised me and it didn't and it did and I'm still wondering if I liked the way it wrapped up. Hmmm. The getting there was really good, though.

I listened to the audio of this one (thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the ALC) and the narrator is excellent. Great tone, inflection, reactions, different voices - it's a great one to listen to.

Well, I normally don't opt for mysteries, I thought the premise of " The Serial Killer Guide to San Franciso" would be a fun change of pace! I really enjoyed the friend charters, and which helped the times that Capri drove me crazy. Overall, a fun listen.

This was different than most thriller type books that I have read, maybe more of a murder mystery. I enjoyed the different view of the main character being the granddaughter of a convicted serial killer. She believes he is innocent and is trying to clear his name. There were a few twists and it was just different than others that I have read.

I adored this mystery so much. I think it struck the right balance of realistic vs fiction as far as common hang ups go for mystery books, and I was rooting for Capri to figure it all out. I think this is the perfect book for fans of mysteries, rich people behaving badly, and a love letter to san francisco.

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The Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco by Michelle Chouinard
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / Pages: 336 / Genre: Murder Mystery
Audiobook Narrator: Stephanie Németh-Parker
Duration: 9 hours 48 minutes
Release Date: September 24, 2024

The granddaughter of convicted a serial killer, Capri Sanzio now gives tours around San Francisco highlighting the city’s most famous serial killer haunts and hideouts. But deep down, she always believed he was innocent. So when a copycat killer strikes, she takes it upon herself to investigate both the new murders and the old ones and hopes she can use what she finds to help clear her grandfather’s name.

With such a fun title, I thought it would be a bit more humorous or maybe a more unusual take on what serial killers think and do. It wasn’t either if those things. But it is a decent murder mystery with a nice twist at the end. Stephanie Németh-Parker did a nice job narrating the audiobook.

Thank you @NetGalley and @Macmillan.Audio for my gifted copy.

What a fun ride!

I went into this blind having chosen it simply for the cover and the title. I feel that made this experience that much more enjoyable.

There were aspects that were predictable and I knew from the start the grandfather was innocent. I even had it pegged for who was the most likely perpetrator. Though there were elements of that reveal I didn’t expect like how many people actually knew the truth! Like what?!

But that twist at the end of who is the copycat! You got me!

4.5 stars! Thank you Macmillan Audio and Netgalley for this read!

The Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco follows Capri Sanzio, the granddaughter of the infamous serial killer "Overkill Bill." Capri has a deep interest in serial killers, stemming from her family history, and she channels this interest into her job as a murder tour guide in San Francisco. The plot thickens as a copycat killer emerges, forcing Capri to team up with homicide inspector Dan Petito to solve the mystery of who is mimicking her grandfather's crimes.

The Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco is a fascinating read for those who enjoy mysteries with a true crime twist. Michelle Chouinard's adept storytelling and compelling characters make this a standout addition to the genre.

It is different in how it integrates history and facts with a gripping story. There are twists you don't see coming. If I was in a similar situation, I would want Capri to be on my side, not against me. The mystery is not the whole story. History plays a part too!

This was an entertaining slow burn read. I enjoyed how it went back and forth from the tours to the current story and the past case of her grandfather. You never know who to believe and new evidence keeps coming out at every turn. I enjoyed the characters and trying to figure it out along the way. I did figure it out, but it was a fun and different book than others I have read.

Thank you, Net Galley, the author, and the publisher for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

4/5 stars

Thank you Macmillan Audio for the advanced listening copy!

What a fun and quick cozy mystery! The premise was super clever and entertaining from the start. The mystery itself was entertaining and pretty well-done. I was a bit disappointed by the end as a whole, but I overall still enjoyed this one! Capri was an enjoyable MC and the supporting cast of chaotic characters was really fun to read. I was nervous this was going to turn into a typical podcast/true crime knockoff, but it strayed away from that and kept at something a little more unique, which I was thankful for. Overall, a fun fall read! I would definitely read more of this author in the future.

SYNOPSIS -- Capri Sanzio has always been fascinated with serial killers, so much so that she makes her living giving serial killer tours of San Francisco. The fascination likely started as a kid, when she found her that her grandfather was infamous William "Overkill Bill" Sanzio. When an Overkill Bill copycat pops up in the city, killing Capri's ex-mother-in-law, Sylvia, Capri takes this as an opportunity to find the killer AND prove her grandfather's long-questioned innocence. Suddenly, Capri and her daughter are prime suspects in the case she's trying to solve, and as the stakes get higher, Capri gets even more and more desperate for the truth.

Thank you NetGalley and Michelle Chouinard fo the chance to listen to this ARC!

The granddaughter of the infamous serial killer, Over Kill Bill, has turned her dark family legacy into a career, leading tours of San Francisco's most infamous serial killer sites. However, when a copycat killer emerges decades later and murders her former mother-in-law, Capri, feels driven to investigate both cases. This entertaining and informative murder mystery, gives Riley Thorn and Finlay Donovan vibes, offers a captivating narrative that seamlessly balances suspense and engagement, leaving the reader anticipating the author's next release.

I had a good time reading this book. I didn’t figure out who done it and that’s always a plus. I enjoyed the setting of this book and our main characters job details.

Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook.

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disclaimer... book reviews are subjective and people have different taste :)

3.5 stars rounded up ⭐️
as an avid mystery/thriller reading the title HOOKED me. I requested this based on the title alone. And honestly? I feel like it lived up to the title, and once I actually read the synopsis I think the book was solid! The narration was really well done, and I felt engaged through most of it.

I do think there was some fluff and rabbit trails that could've been trimmed down - which I don't think is all that uncommon with books that are kinda following two mysteries.

I don't think I am the intended age group that this was written for as a "zillennial" - but I think if you're upper Millennial/Gen X you may relate to the main character more!

Overall - it was a very easy listen and I can say I enjoyed it! No crazy red flags for me, so if it interests you I say give it a try.

I often find myself drawn to novels with localities that I am familiar with. San Francisco was an immediate draw for me as I have some historical insight and am familiar with sections of the city. The title is just catchy enough to engage me in what I assumed would be a fun and maybe quirky murder mystery. The storyline delivered here without too much seriousness and offering up a cozy reality.
Capri gives serial killer hotspot tours of San Francisco and she is well suited for the job as her grandfather was the notorious “Overkill Bill”. Over a decade divorced, she finds herself caught up in the intimate murder of her former mother-in-law and becomes more entangled once the details of the murder are made known. Someone is copying her grandfather’s supposed handiwork. Either that or the real killer was never caught. Now Sylvia is going to have to battle being the number one suspect of the police while staying out of the deadly path of the real killer. Will she unravel the case in time?
The audio production of this book was well done. There were moments of tedium, but overall the book was easy to listen to. Would be a great beach read or a cozy read for a winter day.

One of those books you just know you’ll love! And it did not disappoint. I absolutely loved getting to know Capri, her history and present. I hope this turns into a series because I found the world and characters so compelling I just wanted to know more.

The salacious past accompanied by cutthroat present in this story left me speeding through this audiobook. I loved the true crime component, and the story was so compelling.

Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.