I actually finished reading this book in church before the service began because I could not stop reading it. I know it's pretty ironic considering the premise. When I first read the title I did not know what to expect and I certainly did not think I was going to like it as much as I did.

The title actually does a great job explaining what the book is about Hazel, who is married with a small child. She also happens to be a serial killer. Her husband, Fox, is a serial killer as well. They work as a team to exert vigilante justice but only on men who really deserve it. When Hazel gets pregnant they both agree to put their killing ways aside only having a small child and changing their lifestyle has a big impact on their marriage. Both of them try to make a go at their new life. Fox, tries therapy, and Hazel makes a new mom friend. Both do their best but old habits are hard to break.

This was such a fun book and such a great read. The best part was so much of it was relatable, except for the killing part, obviously. If you have been married a long time or have kids you can relate to what Fox and Hazel go through. This was a fun escape and I highly recommend it!

Thank you to Bantam/Random House Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC.

🔪 The Serial Killer’s Guide to Marriage🔪

When Haze and Fox first met, they knew it was fate. Their immediate chemistry and shared passion for taking down bad men made them the perfect couple. After ten years of murder and wedded bliss, Haze becomes pregnant, and their killing spree comes to an abrupt end.

Now, despite their beautiful home and Fox’s seemingly endless trust fund, both are miserable and growing further apart. They begin hiding things from each other, and as the secrets pile up, Haze and Fox must figure out how to save their marriage before it dies a painful death, much like one of their victims.

A Serial Killer’s Guide to Marriage takes a common challenge faced by first-time parents and adds a dark twist. Through alternating perspectives, the story reveals not only how Fox and Haze became serial killers, but also how they struggle to adapt to their new roles as parents. As they attempt to give up their shared, violent pastime, chaos inevitably ensues as they try to be “normal” for the sake of their daughter.

Normally, I’m not a huge fan of the miscommunication trope, but apparently, when the murder of misogynistic men is involved, I’m all in. Honestly, I got so wrapped up in the juicy drama and snarky commentary that I didn’t even realize that was the main plot device until the end of the book. Needless to say, it kept me hooked the entire time.

My only issue with the book was that at times, Haze’s materialism and vanity felt a bit excessive. While this was clearly meant to emphasize that money doesn’t solve everything and to highlight her growth by the end, there were moments when I couldn’t help but roll my eyes at the cringiness of it.

Overall, I had a lot of fun with this book. If you're looking for a rom-com with no spice and a bit of vigilante murder thrown in, I highly recommend it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Hazel and Fox are just your average married couple. They have money, a gorgeous home, an adorable baby- what's not to be envious of? When they decided to have their child, they discovered it might be time to give up the job they love the most- a tag team serial killing machine. Hazel discovers her art is majority fueled by bloodletting, and Fox decides to channel his forgotten extracurricular activities into some sketchy scenarios.
This book was so fun- I loved the snarkiness Hazel exhibited and the genuine care for and love for his family Fox showed. As a mother and wife, so much of this was relatable- even with the killing bits. It was so reminiscent of Mr. and Mrs. Smith but more nuanced and feminist. I especially enjoyed the way the author wrote- Haze was my favorite with her inner monologue and banter. Also- long live Jenny.
Thanks so much to the author and publisher for the eARC.

I really enjoyed this unique portrait of marriage and family. It is the story of two married ex serial killers trying to control their desire to kill to raise their daughter in a normal suburban life. The story was very interesting and fast paced and you really understood Hazel and Fox's motivations both in their life as serial killers and as parents. Thanks to NetGalley for the digital ARC.

I was first drawn to this book by the title alone. I binged read this book and it was funny, unpredictable, action-packed adrenaline fueled read. Fox and Hazel were getting rid of one bad man at a time and they were good it! They decided to put the knives away and move to the suburbs once Hazel got pregnant.

Hazel is going stir crazy at home and bored and longs to get back to the life she had. The perfect marriage they had is starting to crumble. They are each keeping so many secrets.

I enjoyed the dual points of view and a surprise ending.

Sometimes a book comes along when it fits your need and your mood. Such was the case of A Serial Killer’s Guide To Marriage. When I cracked open a book about the metaphorical murder of bad men that was indeed my mood and the book did not disappoint.!

This book to me a while to get into. I like the concept and I liked Fix and found his character and backstory more intriguing than Haze's. While I liked aspects of her I was resistant to her too.

I liked the juxtaposition of his parents being wealthy and controlling while hers had led to her living in care. Despite different circumstances they were each damaged by their upbringing which led to an unconventional way of coping.

I really enjoyed Jenny though I wasn't sure what to make sure of her at first. She was unexpectant but not in the way I had figured her to be.

Despite my initial reservations, I enh=joyed the book and it had a strong finish. Will there be more?

So this book was nothing like I have read before but I loved it! A story of 2 serial killers who finally need to settle down due to the birth of their daughter but it leaves their marriage a bit lacking. The only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars is I felt it was a bit confusing at times although it all came together at the end. Really fun read!

This book was really quite fun, especially for a true-crime-podcast-loving gal like myself. The pacing was very good and the reveals took me by surprise. I would strongly recommend it for anyone looking for some lighthearted suspense, and more reasons to hate rich men.

A serial killer couple? Yes please! I loved this book. It was a super fun read and I had no idea what would unfold once the baby was born. I definitely recommend.

A quick-paced read that grabs you from word one. I would have given it 5 stars but the ending was too far fetched and it dragged on a bit.

Fast-paced read that has you easily hooked from the beginning. I will admit some of the plot was very repetitive, and at points I was like, "Get on with the point already." I still enjoyed this book, and the ending was worth it. I liked how the author addressed marriage and motherhood while also making this book feel like a thriller movie. It gave Dexter and Mr. & Mrs. Smith crossover vibes to me. 
Thank you for this ARC in exchange for a honest review

Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher, and the author for providing a free e-arc of this book.

The premise of this book sounded very interesting, like it would be a fun time. However, once an author starts placing in their political views throughout a book with gross generalizations on gender, race, and jobs it turns my mind off completely from the book and makes you wonder, is the author ok? I read books to escape people's perceived perception of reality, but I digress.

Throughout the book we have the main characters who are married, serial killers, and seeming to have marital issues (mainly due to lack of communication in the marriage) which the mfc thinks that her marriage has lost it's luster as they are now living a normal, cookie cutter, boring, privegaled life with a child and without murders. The characters are very morally grey trying to justify murders by only attacking people who have wronged women in some way, which sounds great until things go wrong, disrupting the life they've developed.

The main characters are very dull, and the story was drawn out for what little it provided. There's drama in relationships/family dynamics done right, and then there's ones done wrong, which this book fell into the latter. The ending was also very over the top, which did not provide a satisfying conclusion. I really wanted to DNF the book about 40% through it, but I stuck with it, and unfortunately, it ended up being disappointing.

Deceptive and twisty, A Serial Killer's Guide to Marriage is a deep dive into the psyche of Haze and Fox who like to call themselves 'good serial' killers. Full of moral conundrums, motherhood drama, and two morally grey characters who perfectly find themselves in the wrong place at the right time, I was transported into the minds of serial killers who grapple with trying to lead ordinary lives, navigate friendships, and the nuances of marriage. Family, addiction, and feminism themes set this novel apart from anything you've read before; be prepared to question everything you previously thought about what makes a good person vs. an evil person. This novel is perfect for readers who love a simmering slow build story filled with secrets and plenty of plot twists that will find yourself asking 'how is this going to end?'

I would place this book in the dark rom com romance category ; meaning it has some dark elements but with a humorous spin. Fox and Haze love story definitely pulls you in .Two serial killers quitting to live a quiet life in the Suburbs , what could be more normal or not. The miscommunication, their love for family and even the plot twists along the way really came together to make an enjoyable and different rom com. It will make you laugh, and keep turning the pages to see what's next. The unexpected ending was fun with the potential to continue the story with more books😉 ( i hope). It explored how key communication is in good relationships, sticking to your core values and wanting better for those you love.

I tried to like this book, i promise i did! I did not like this book.
First, id say that books are my escape and once i start to CONSTANTLY see the author's political views, i'm turned off.
So no i'm not the intended audience for this!

Getting to the book now, it had a good premise but unfortunately it did not deliver. the last 1/3 of the book was so beyond unbelievable.
I just laughed my way to the end of it!

Thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for this ARC! Beyond grateful and humbled
BOOK OUT JAN 14TH 2025

Thank you netgalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Mr. and Mrs. Smith meets Season 3 of You is probably the best way to describe this book! Hazel and Fox are both serial killers and they love each other. They love the glamorous jet setting life that they lead and really feel like they see each other clearly. When an unplanned pregnancy rocks their world it's goodbye jet setting and murder, hello suburban life and definitely NO murder. Obvi it's not an easy transition even 3 years later. It all comes to a head when Hazel accidentally murders someone breaking their number one rule: Don't kill in your backyard! Now Hazel is trying her best to not just hide her crime from the police, but more importantly from Fox!

I loved this book so much! It's dual pov in alternate chapters as well as jumping from the past to the present so you're able to get the full picture of who these people are. The side characters are engaging. And the relationship between Fox and Hazel is definitely a whirlwind of what I imagine marriage is after a big change and the couple growing together to find their joy again. Highly recommend this book.

Hazel and Fox live in London. They have a child together and now instead of an exciting life of travel, and excitement, they do what they must to seem Normal.

Hazel is pining for her old life. She misses it terribly and Fox is just trying to hold them together.

You see, their old life was killing bad men. Not much thrill in this new life.

This was just hilarious. I love Hazel and the story was a one day all the way through read.


NetGalley/ RHPG/BANTAM January 14, 2025

Fast paced read that keeps the reader intrigued until the end. Hazel and Fox were characters that I grew to like more with every turn of the page. they are not your typical household.

I really enjoyed this book. I read the whole thing on a flight. I liked the back and forth chapters and while I didn't love the serial killing descriptions, I appreciate why they did it. It was fun and quick and I highly recommend it!