Keep It in the Family

I suppose it can be called dark…serial killers and what not…but it was certainly entertaining and had a ton of twists that were unexpected. The author left threads throughout but tied up all of the loose ends nicely.

I found the story a bit hard to jump into, particularly with how the personality of the family members where initially developed. By a few chapters in, my attention was fully grabbed and I was invested in the story. Just when you think all of the skeletons have been shaken out of the family’s closet, you turn the page and suddenly find more. There are lots of dark and twisty paths this plot takes to show just how cycles of maladaptive behaviors and abuses can perpetuate across timelines and circumstances. I would love to see a follow-up with the next generation of this strange and gruesome family.

I have to admit the beginning was a slog for me. I wasn't sure if I'd even finish the book just because all the characters were unlikeable and annoying from the start, and nothing interesting was really happening at first. However, once the suspense and mystery really kicked off for me (around chap 7), we were off to the races - I couldn't put this down! Every chance I got I read this book.

It felt like each chapter has either some kind of crazy twist or something really messy happening, which had me hooked and hungry for the next one. The cliffhangers were almost too sensational at times but they kept me entertained. I will say though, it was more dark than I anticipated despite having it's dramatic moments. I guess I'll add the TW now: murder, child abuse.

The multiple 1st person perspectives took some getting used to at first but then it grew on me and I enjoyed jumping from character to character. I also think the writer did a good job at painting toxic family dynamics, deep-rooted dishonesty, and the consequences of blind loyalty. I would recommend this book to people looking for an addictive, drama-filled whodunit. You'll fly through it and likely be saying "Oh shit" every other chapter. Definitely an enjoyable mystery - but again, very dark. May not be for everyone.

P.S. Going back to re-read chapter 9 after you've finished the book is extra disturbing and gross

Perfection!!!

couldn't put it down!

This may be my new favorite author! so many twists that I was not expecting! will definitely be reading another book of his next.