A fairly quick and funny read told from multiple viewpoints. There was great potential in this story, but the ending became rushed, with things left unexplained - and I'd correctly predicted who did it early on.
Fine for a poolside/beach read.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the arc ebook.
2.5 rounded up to 3

Chloe has spent months planning her husband Scotts murder. They are on holidays with his and her family at a Greek villa. She decides to played the loved up wife not to arouse suspicions within the family but soon the cracks start to show. Will she get away with her plan of murder?
A good funny read.
Total rating 3 1/2 stars

Dark comedic thriller set in a villa on the Greek Island of Mykonos. Chloe planned a family vacation to prove how in love she is with her husband so no one will suspect she is responsible for his murder, which of things go according to her plans, will happen next week. Of course things never go according to plan. Told through multiple POVs, this is a great vacation/beach read. Suspenseful enough to keep you interested, but there’s also a lot of humor. 3.75 stars ✨ rounded up.

Thanks to NetGalley & Boldwood Books for this advanced copy. Publishes 2/27/25.

I enjoyed reading this book. It kept me guessing about what was going to happen next. Though I had a small suspicion for about half a second, I never actually expected who the killer ended up being.

Sarah Bonner was a new author to me. I was excited to get this book as an ARC. It's a novel of suspense, set (mostly) in a compound in Greece with two families. There is a shifting POV between several women in the compound, which adds to the ratcheting of the suspense.

We know from the first chapter that the first POV, Chloe, is planning to kill her husband Scott but we don't know how, why, or when. It starts as the family is in the airport (which is hardly a calm, serene place to begin with). As the book progresses, we hear from Grace (the Coneirge), and Tori (sister-in-law/Scott's sister).

Eventually, a murder takes place and the fallout from it is where the last part of the book covers.

I enjoyed the story, the characters, and the shifting POVs. While most, if not all, of the characters were truly awful people, I think they were fun to read about. I did struggle with how Chloe's sister-in-law found out (I'm not sure how we even really knew how), and why the murderer thought doing it the way they did was a good idea. That would kick me out of my belief.

Overall, I thought this was a great read and I'll probably pick up another book by Sarah Bonner pretty soon.

First of all I would like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is perfect summer read, unfortunately I finished it in a day so had to find more books whilst on holiday. The chapters are short which make it all the easier to binge and you think to yourself ‘one more chapter’ and the next thing you know you have finished it.

Would definitely recommend this as a good summer/holiday read.

I loved every second of this book, i loved the writing, the story line, the characters and event he setting. Everything about it just screams SLAY

First off, the writing flows effortlessly; it felt as if someone was narrating the story in my mind and I could visualize the scenes as they happened. Sarah Bonner’s excellent storytelling shines through in every chapter.

As for the mystery - a plot twist midway through caught me completely off guard. Sure, I expected a murder or at least a kidnapping, but what actually transpired was far more sinister - and at the most unexpected moment (or was it?).

I absolutely loved the writing and the characters. Quirky, saucy, and determined to get what they want - each character left a lasting impression.

My only complaint is that the story ends a bit abruptly. I wish the final chapters had more space for a shocking and satisfying denouement.

I don't what it is about this author's writing style but I like it! Intesting twist at the end....I wasn't sure who was going to be the killer....

This book had a great plot with intriguing characters. I’ll definitely be looking out for more from this author.

I really enjoyed Bonner's previous book and this is along the same ideas. I read a review where they called it a "popcorn thriller" and I agree - it is fun, fast, enjoyable read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the arc.

It's just as unique as How to Slay at Work! I loved How to Slay on Holiday. This time we are off on a blended family holiday planned by Chloe, who wants to knock off her husband. She has her reasons for wanting to do so -- but doesn't realize that there are quite a few others who would also like to see him dead. Things don't go entirely as planned. This dark comedy, thriller has great characters and you can completely imagine the scenes in your head as if you were watching a TV show. Highly recommended!

After the devilish delight I found in of How to Slay at Work, I hope this never ends. A brand new, bloody tale of female rage, murder and revenge wrapped up in a witty, pretty bow.

Our three narrators take us through a chaotic, twisty journey from different perspectives - giving us a new look at things we thought we'd figured out and making everyone a potential threat.

Chloe is going to kill her husband. And I loved her anyway. The way she tapped into that deep-seated frustration that all women have felt, the anger — and of course, how much airports are like the eighth circle of hell. Of course, as we learn there’s much more history between them, plenty of other reasons she wants him dead that we learn through her own thoughts and she thinks back to the years gone by, smoothly moving between memories and the present in an easy, conversational tone before switching to another member of the holiday party. There's Tori, who knows Chloe is going to kill her brother but wants to know why - and Grace, a concierge who isn't unfamiliar with dead bodies.

The story starts out with luxury, opulence, privilege— a picturesque summer. Then the notes start, people ask questions, and tension slowly starts to build. The countdown to the hitmans arrival always hanging over our heads through every page. The cast of characters; entitled, unlikable and all suspicious made everyone a potential threat, their ties to a dark underworld of crime, drugs, extortion and trafficking coming to the surface and tarnishing the facade of the perfect family we first see.

It twists out of hand in the most chaotic of ways, everyone with an agenda, thirst for revenge and their own ulterior motives just waiting to get the upper hand and make their play. Down to the very last line, I kept thinking I knew exactly what was next but again, Bonner manages to catch me by surprise.

Twisty and funny in equal measure, this is a thrilling mystery centred around women regaining their strength. I was hooked from the start and loved the insight into different character's heads. The ending felt a little bit rushed, but I did not see that final chapter coming! Sarah Bonner is fast a favourite author.

I received a copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a fun, action packed and thrilling quick read. Two powerful families get together on a vacation in Greece. Chloe has planned everything from meal menus to designated rooms for each family. She has also been planning to kill her husband Scott. This vacation is the perfect alibi. Things start to go horribly wrong when Scott is murdered a week early. Everyone in the Vila is a potential suspect. Who killed Scott? How was he murdered? Great read.

Thank you Netgalley for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

I'm a massive fan of these feminist dark thrillers. This one is next level good. Love the dynamic of both shady families and add to that being on holiday and the all the plots afoot - well you have the recipe for a really good, and utterly humorous holiday read. Sarah Bonner is fab!

How to Slay on Holiday is a funny and semi-dark thriller about a woman planning the murder of her husband, I really enjoyed it, and this was a fun, easy read. The plot was just twisty enough to keep you on your toes, without being overly suspenseful, which kept the pace of the storyline engaging!

How To Slay On Holiday by Sarah Bonner is a darkly comedic thriller that serves up suspense with a side of wicked humor. Chloe has meticulously planned her husband Scott’s murder, but to pull it off, she must first maintain the perfect alibi during a lavish family getaway in Mykonos. What should be a serene vacation soon becomes a pressure cooker of family tensions, with Chloe’s carefully constructed façade starting to crack. As suspicions grow and rivalries flare, Chloe realizes her murderous intentions might spiral out of control. Bonner expertly blends thrills, sharp wit, and intrigue in this fast-paced, twist-filled tale. Perfect for readers who enjoy dark humor and morally complex characters.

This was a funny but dark thriller about a woman planning the murder of her husband. It was twisty enough to keep you on your toes, but not overly suspenseful. It was lighthearted, but dark at the same time. It was almost like butcher and blackbird or lights out, but without the smut. I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to checking out her backlist.

Thank you to Netgalley for allowing me to read this book in return for an honest review. I really enjoyed this twisty thriller that gripped me from the beginning. An interesting blend of dark humour and domestic drama. The mix of characters was brilliantly written and I really enjoyed getting to know them. The ending was excellent and I certainly had no idea what was going to happen. A really enjoyable story that I will recommend.