A Tour to Die For is the fast paced, history packed, cozy whodunnit sequel to The Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco.

I love the FMC, Capri. She's a hard worker, passionate about her business, and not one to back down. Capri's aware of her shortcomings but often doesn't think (as much as she maybe should) before diving in. The secondary characters bring levity, thoughtfulness, and romance. The banter between Capri and her best friend, Heather is that mix of sarcasm, care, mild bullying, and introspection that comes with knowing each other so well. Petito is a great foil and love interest and watching the relationship, both personal and professional, between him and Capri evolve was fun.

Mystery roller coasters are a great way to spend time reading!! This ride was well worth every moment!
The added SF Crime Tours information between the chapters added to the enjoyment of the ride.

In "A Tour to Die For," Capri Sanzio returns with a murder mystery that's anything but a tourist trap. When a guest on her serial killer walking tour claims to witness an attack, Capri's journalistic radar blares louder than a Fisherman's Wharf foghorn.

The cops dismiss it as fan fiction from an overeager true crime enthusiast, but Capri knows better than to ignore her instincts. Her grandfather's infamous "Overkill Bill" connection already attracts enough murder groupies to her tours—now she's tracking a fresh body that's decidedly not on the itinerary.

Chouinard crafts a deliciously twisty San Francisco thriller where our guide's encyclopedic knowledge of killers proves handy for more than just entertaining tourists. With sardonic wit and breakneck pacing, this sophomore outing confirms what Capri's tour attendees already know—in this city, the real killer is the suspense.

This is one cute cozy mystery! I really enjoyed the FMC, she had a great vibe to her! You can also tell the author did their research to make this the best book it could be. I enjoyed the banter, I enjoyed the story, I enjoyed everything about this one!

Tour To Die For is a fast paced story with many twists and turns that and lots of humor sprinkled in between. Capri runs a successful true crime tour guide when one of her guests claims to see a woman being attacked during a tour The police search the apartment in question and find no evidence of anything amiss, so they chalk it up to a false report from a true crime fanatic looking to be a part of a case. So Capri starts to dig, and when her questions lead to a body, she finds herself at the center of another murder investigation.

The book was fast paced and the story kept me entertained. Capri was a good character to follow, and it was nice seeing her figure out the clues on who done it. I received a copy of this book from St. Martin's Press | Minotaur Books through NetGalley

Book two of the series has Capri right back in the middle of another murder investigation. The pacing of this story was really good, and it kept me guessing the entire time. Funny and clever. Great cozy mystery!

Thanks to St. Martin’s Press and Minotaur Books for this ARC in exchange for my honest review. Watch for A Tour to Die For to come out September 23, 2025.

This is the second book in the A Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco Mystery series. It would be easy enough to start with this one as the mystery is standalone but I would highly recommend book one as it's a great read.

I really enjoyed A Tour To Die For. I love the love the author has for San Francisco and the history we get in addition to a fast-paced and interesting mystery. Capri is a wonderful leading lady and I appreciate that she's middle age. So many heroines are plucky young things or Miss Marple-esque (not dissing either but it's nice to see middle-age get some time).

Please let there be many more books in this series!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from St. Martin's Press | Minotaur Books through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you, St. Martin's Press | Minotaur Books!

I have come to love these characters and the stories that Michelle is writing about them.
Heather is fun and bring levity to serious situations. Petito as a love interest is great for capri.
Capri is smart and capable. I think this would have been a 5 star read if there had been less hand holding. Capri is SMART and CAPABLE but walks right past obvious hints and clues and that takes off the one star for me.

Overall really great and fast paced I read this is one sitting and hope that there are more books planned for this series

This new-to-me author surprised me with her perfect balance of fantastic characters, well-captured and timely emotions, and intriguing history and then wrapped it all up in a wonderfully paced and captivating mystery!

Capri Sanzio and the author’s love for San Francisco made this book for me. I’m still thinking about the origins of Shanghaiing days later!

Great cover!

I was gifted this copy by St. Martin's Press and NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.

A Tour To Die For is a fast paced story with many twists and turns that will have the reader picking a new suspect each chapter.
Capri is a good character, I think I would really get to like her once I know more about her.
I like her personality so far, it has a good combination of humor and seriousness, and her investigation skills are pretty good.
Capri worked hard to build her Tour guide business as well as to find out the truth about her past, so when a customer is adamant she saw a woman being strangled, Capri is sure what or who to believe.
This story hit it out of the park for me, I really enjoyed reading this book.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for selecting me to read an advanced copy of this book.

It's obvious this series is an act of love for the author! Her details and history of San Francisco are front and center for both books.
Capri is an absolute force! She's smart, wittty, not afraid to do the right thing, and best of all, middle-aged! I love having a FMC that isn't right out of college. Proving that a woman is still capable of a sniffing our bad guys, a successful business, meaningful friendships and a new romance.

To say I adore Michelle Chouinard and her writing would honestly be an understatement. A Tour to Die For, the second installment in the Capri Sanzio Investigates series, is everything I want in a smart, fast-paced mystery—with heart, humor, and just the right amount of darkness.

Chouinard’s passion and precision shine on every page. The research is meticulous, the pacing razor-sharp, and the characters? Alive. Capri Sanzio, our tour-guide-turned-reluctant-investigator, is the kind of protagonist you root for hard. She’s sharp, witty, determined, and has a mama bear streak that makes her fiercely relatable. Her inner circle—Heather, Morgan, and Petito—are more than side characters. They’re vivid, distinct, and each bring something essential to the story: humor, warmth, and unshakable loyalty.

This time, the mystery kicks off when a guest on Capri’s serial killer walking tour claims to see a woman being attacked in an apartment window. The police find nothing. Most people would drop it. But Capri’s instincts won’t let her, especially when a body turns up and things spiral into something far bigger—and far more dangerous—than she expected.

What elevates this book beyond a standard whodunnit is the seamless blend of San Francisco’s rich, moody history with a modern, twisty plot. Michelle doesn’t just set her story in the city—she honors it. Her love for San Francisco pours through in small details and street-level perspectives that make you see the city differently. Even as the stakes get higher and the emotional weight deepens, Chouinard never loses the light touch of humor or the deeply human moments between her characters.

This is a mystery full of momentum. The drama escalates with each chapter, but the emotional beats land just as powerfully as the plot twists. Capri’s connection to past cases adds depth without ever bogging down the current storyline. And the tone strikes a perfect balance: intense without being bleak, funny without being flippant.

Bottom line: A Tour to Die For is smart, engaging, and emotionally resonant. If you’re a fan of mysteries with strong women, found family, a touch of true crime, and a whole lot of heart, this series deserves a spot on your shelf. It’s a labor of love—and one you’ll love being a part of.

A Tour to Die For by Michelle Chouinard
Well, to say I adore Michelle and her writing would be a massive understatement. The research, the time, the passion, and the talent are all evident in every word on the page.
I love these characters so much. Michelle has a beautiful ability to bring her characters to life, and they are delightful. I adore Capri. She is intelligent, witty, determined, and a mama bear. Heather is hilarious, Morgan is brilliant and kind, and Petito is a badass.
This book was so well done. I love how Michelle has woven bits of San Francisco history into her story and included blips of why she adores the city by the bay. Her love of San Fran has made me see it differently.
The action is on point throughout this book. The plot moves quickly, and the drama intensifies with each chapter. I love how Capri plots through things and how her precious cases motivate this one.
The use of emotion is brilliant. There are so many lighthearted moments, spliced with intense moments and sprinkled with humor. This series is a labor of love, and I am so excited to be part of it.

Publication date: September 23, 2025
Publisher: Minotaur Books