It definitely wasn’t what I expected - but the Dickensian setting and characters were certainly the best part. This isn’t quite a Greek retelling, it is more of a reimagining and I did enjoy the way it twisted expectations.

This one just felt a little long. There were so many perfect points to end the story, but it just kept going. For me, it was hard to keep reading at times due to how the story seemed to be overflowing with twists and turns.

It was hugely original though with characters you can’t help but love. Villains were truly dislikable, our protagonists were lovable and you wanted the best for everyone. Though I’d have preferred a slimmed down version, the core plot was amazing.

Definitely a great book worth a read!

What a book!

Written in prose, you’ll find yourself flying through this one. It will tug on your heartstrings and had me in tears on the train. The story itself is so moving and powerful, the use of prose only exacerbates this.

I read this in one sitting - I just couldn’t put it down.

It’s a beautiful story about finding yourself/knowing yourself, culture and standing up to bullies. There’s powerful friendships and empowered protagonists. Honestly, there’s so much to love about this one!

As a fan of a good crime book I couldn’t resist this title – but the book that awaited me far exceeded my expectations. From the outset it was clear that The Best Way to Bury Your Husband by Alexia Casale would expertly balance humour and darkness.

The book sees four women trapped in abusive relationships, with the added strain of lockdown each one snaps and kills their partner. The topic is treated with such dignity and respect from the beginning. We see four experiences each of which are very different, but it puts the power in the hands of the women and brings them together in a really beautiful way.

Humour is at the core of this book and even though, on paper, that may seem like it would trivialise the topic it actually feels more empowering. In their darkest moments, our protagonists find light and freedom. I loved every second of their journey in discovering themselves and by the end of the book, you truly do love each of the characters.

The criminal parts of this was brilliant. The way they puzzled out how to get away with murder was genius and I was rooting for them the whole way through. The dynamics of the group brought enough tension to keep it entertaining and bring the humorous side to it as well. You’re kept guessing and will find yourself also pondering the best ways to get away with murder.

This was such a surprising read in so many ways, but beautifully empowering. Funny, tense and poignant – I highly recommend giving this one a go. It doesn’t matter if ‘crime’ isn’t usually your thing; this book defies genre. Undoubtedly one of my favourites of the year, this is well worth giving a go.

Thank you to NetGalley, Viking and Alexia Casale for an advanced copy in return for an honest review.

Really enjoyed this! Just wish this one was longer!

I really wanted to love this one, but sadly just couldn’t get into it. I expected it to be as funny as Three Arachnids in a Warship, but it felt more on the philosophical side.

It was a slog to get through unfortunately, even with the incredibly short chapter styles.