Amelia knows her sister Rose has disappeared, but no one takes her seriously - including the police. She secures herself an invitation to an exclusive party held on a family estate beside a Norwegian fjord, knowing her sister attended the previous year. Can she find Rose and keep herself safe?

A quick and addictive read, I couldn't put it down. The writing style flowed at pace, and it was packed with twists and turns - I thought I had it figured out many times, but was wrong on every occasion, it really kept the reader guessing throughout. A enjoyable thriller.

Set in a beautiful Norwegian mansion, the annual party is the invitation that everyone wants to receive. The days of champagne fuelled celebrations start low key and ramp up quickly, with kidnap and murder thrown in for good measure. Amelia has secured an invitation, she is attending the party with her boyfriend and family member of the host. However things are not as they seem as she is playing a long game, pretending to be some she is not while looking for her sister, who was last seen at the party a year ago.

The story is a bit out there, but why not! The world it is set in sounds hedonistic and the perfect setting for this type of madness. As Amelia tries to investigate we discover more about the wealthy family who throw the party and the secrets they have been keeping.

The writing style is good and I liked the characters and although I wasn’t sure that Amelia would have given up her life to this particular challenge in the real world it was a good read and kept my interest. The end was not unexpected but a further twist at the last was welcome.

Thanks to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

3.75 ⭐ this was super twisty and creepy, a nice easy read that had me engaged enough to get through in 2 sittings! i'm not sure how much i'll think about it now i've finished it but would recommend for something fast and thrilling

(gifted e-arc)

I absolutely loved this book. The writing was great and the story kept me reading well into the early hours of the morning. I really enjoyed the murder mystery and how the author spun the story

The Serial Killers Party by Amy Cunningham

I liked this book; it certainly wasn’t a favourite read, but it was enjoyable and well-written nonetheless.

Amy Cunningham’s writing style was nice, and I enjoyed her writing very much! The timeline was consistent and coherent; the plot being so snappy that you feel gripped throughout most of the book. I did struggle with the first quarter of the book, as I found it a bit slow to get started. The prologue where we’re told about Rose’s disappearance is immediately suspenseful, but then that suspense drops away and the story seems to go a bit stagnant until the first death at the party, which then sets off a chaotic spiral of rapid action. I appreciated how most of the chapters were short and the events happened quickly one after another, which kept me interested and reading at a fast pace. The shorter chapters meant scenes didn’t feel dragged out. The author did a great job at providing readers with just enough information to keep them informed on the action, so we can follow Amelia’s investigation, whilst also withholding enough that the reveals don’t become overly obvious; it keeps us on our toes and adds dramatic tension throughout. The reveals at some points were predictable as I felt the author tried too hard to convince us of one character’s guilt that it ultimately pushed me to believe that they couldn’t be guilty.

The setting was a huge selling point for me on this book. I found the Norwegian fjords and the huge mansion where the party is held a really fascinating place to set this book. I loved how the author wrote the setting to be so immersive and realistic that readers could really imagine themselves there alongside Amelia.

The characters were well-written and well thought out, so they felt like people you could encounter in real life. The rich folk at the party came across as your typical rich, insensitive a-holes which was the exact goal of the author, I felt, so this was cleverly done. In comparison, Amelia feels more life-like, more human with more complexities/layers, which again I feel was the author’s aim. Amelia comes across as desperate, if not slightly insane, but her motivations were mostly understandable and I think it was interesting the way the author explored how her sister’s disappearance, the guilt she felt etc had driven her to such extremes. Most people would look at what Amelia did (putting her whole life on hold, lying to get into a relationship, changing her identity etc) as being a crazy reaction, but I think it cleverly highlights the way trauma and guilt can drive even the most sane person to extreme measures. I did find some of Amelia’s investigation techniques to be a bit unrealistic; like using a magnet to open a safe or picking locks with pins etc, especially as she openly explained she had learnt these from youtube, yet I have no way of knowing if these are possible or not, so this is simply my opinion based on the information I have. This didn’t impact my enjoyment of the overall story though. I appreciated how when we first met people like Lawrence or his fiance, they seem very shallow with their whole personality focusing on being rich and powerful, yet as the story goes on they develop more layers and become more likeable, which was intelligently done by the author.

*SPOILERS* At the end of the book, I did feel things were a little anti-climatic, but it was still relatively enjoyable. Amelia’s hope that Rose was alive felt misplaced, but I could appreciate/feel her desperation at wanting this to be true, yet it was ultimately no surprise to me that she, Elena and Tom were all dead. I wasn’t necessarily aware of who the killer would be, but I had an inclination that did ultimately turn out to be true. I again felt the author tried so hard to convince us of James and Lawrence’s guilt that it pushed me to believe the opposite and start looking more deeply into the other characters. I was happy James was brought to justice, but again I felt it too obvious that he had committed the offence so it wasn’t necessarily a huge reveal. The scene at the end where Amelia is tied up is incredibly fast-paced, action packed and dramatic, but it seemed to be anti-climatic that Sam then just escapes into the woods. The final reveal once Amelia is back home then brought the whole story to an end and was an engrossing conclusion to the events; one that was clearly well planned by the author as, once we find this out, we can start to slot puzzle pieces together and see bits of information we may have previously overlooked from the story. I did, however, still feel slightly unresolved at the end of the book as I felt the final reveal regarding Ford was perhaps a bit rushed or the motivations of the killers underexplored.

Overall I rated this book a 3.5 (rounded up to 4) out of 5. It was a good read, yet there was nothing outstanding about this book that would justify me calling this a favourite or incredible read. I enjoyed the author’s writing style and would look forward to reading more of her work in the future. Thank you to Netgalley and Amy Cunningham for the ARC.

This was a tense and thrilling read, where twists and turns kept coming right up until the final pages.

There was lots of complexity to this plot, but it was masterfully told.

Amelia's sister went missing last year after she attended a lavish and exclusive party in Norway. So after nearly 12 months of scheming and pretending, Amelia is about to infiltrate that same party in order to investigate what really happened...

This book was a quick and easy read with enough twists and reveals to keep things interesting.and keep me gripped!

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

The Serial Killer's party really was a book that had me hooked to the very end!
After the disappearance of her sister, Amelia finds a way to secure an invitation to one of the most exclusive events which is hosted by a billionaire, all in search of answers as to what happened to her sister.

As you can imagine this story quickly gains pace, and is written in such a captivating way I found myself constantly having to read 'Just one more chapter'.

With an array of fascinating characters and a unique plot that kept me guessing to the end, this was a fantastic read from start to finish!.

*Thank you to NetGalley and The Publisher for providing me with an ARC of this book in return for my honest review.

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A select group of guests receives invitations to an exclusive luxury event in Norway, hosted by a billionaire with a spotless public image. But one guest isn’t there for the glamour—this is their chance to take revenge. Their target? The host himself, a cold-blooded killer who has evaded justice, including for the murder of the protagonist’s sister. However, the plan quickly spirals out of control when another guest dies under suspicious circumstances. Suddenly, the hunter may have become the hunted. As paranoia sets in, the protagonist begins to question everything—Is this all an elaborate trap? Who can be trusted? And most importantly, will they make it out alive?
Overall, With its fast pace, unsettling atmosphere, and intricate plot, The Serial Killer’s Party is an electrifying read that will appeal to fans of psychological thrillers and dark mysteries. If you love books with revenge, deception, and unexpected twists, this one is for you.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Publishers Penguin for giving me an advance copy.

The story follows a woman's search for her missing sister and her plan to find what actually happened to her. She finds a way to get invited to an exclusive yearly party, where her sister was possibly last seen. The twist and turns start unfolding! Will she figure out what happened to her sister and could she have the same fate?! Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

An engaging, unpredictable thriller with lots of twists. I liked the Norwegian setting and the story was carefully plotted.

Amy Cunningham’s The Serial Killer's Party is a thrilling story that combines luxury and fear, keeping readers hooked from beginning to end. The plot centers around a high-class event in Norway hosted by a billionaire with a sinister secret. Lana, our main character, is seeking revenge for her sister’s murder. But when someone dies under suspicious circumstances, it’s unclear whether Lana will find justice or if she’s in danger herself.

Lana is a strong protagonist whose pain and determination make her relatable, even in such extraordinary circumstances. The other characters, like the charming but monstrous host Lawrence, add depth to the suspenseful narrative. Lawrence’s public persona versus his private nature is especially chilling and serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving.

The book explores themes like justice, privilege, and morality, looking at how wealth can shield people from accountability and what someone might do to avenge their loved ones. These themes are relevant today, where social inequalities often leave victims powerless against abusers.

Cunningham’s writing is sharp and engaging, balancing descriptions of the extravagant setting with tense scenes that heighten the suspense. The story is cleverly structured, full of twists that keep readers guessing until the end. The juxtaposition of luxury and horror creates an atmosphere that is both alluring and deeply unsettling.

This book is undeniably effective in its emotional impact. As Lana navigates danger and deception, readers are drawn into her struggle, feeling her fear and determination as if it were their own. The novel’s exploration of grief and revenge stirs reflection on how personal loss can shape one’s sense of justice.

Within the genre of psychological thrillers, The Serial Killer's Party stands out for its unique blend of luxury and menace. While it shares thematic similarities with other revenge-driven narratives, Cunningham’s focus on atmosphere and character development sets it apart. Her background working in luxury settings adds authenticity to the depiction of wealth and privilege.

One area where the book could improve is pacing; some sections feel slightly rushed compared to others. A deeper exploration of certain secondary characters might have enriched the narrative further. Nonetheless, these minor critiques do little to detract from its overall impact.

For fans of thrillers that challenge perceptions of morality while delivering edge-of-your-seat drama, The Serial Killer's Party is an unmissable read.


3.5/5

The Serial Killers Party is a gripping thriller about Amelia who seeks revenge for her sisters disappearance.
The book is an easy written story, which is sitting on the edge of your seat one.
The setting is well described and adds to the story. It has a lot of twists I didn't see coming... this grabs you by the throat. You want to know how this incredible story comes to an and.
I loved this one and would definitely recommend this one!

When Amelia infiltrates the Fowley family estates party to get answers about her sisters mysterious disappearance family secrets of this eccentric clan are revealed. This twisty thriller had me second guessing until the end and was certainly not predictable. There were characters that I both loved and hated. It had a well written storyline and kept me engaged throughout. I would definitely recommend.

A high-stakes, twist-filled thriller set against the backdrop of an exclusive luxury event in Norway.

Amelia has spent months preparing for this moment. Invited to a billionaire’s glamorous party, she isn’t there for the champagne. She is there for revenge. Beneath the host’s polished façade, she knows he is a ruthless killer responsible for her sister’s disappearance. She has meticulously planned every step, convinced that she can outsmart him and uncover the truth.

But as the party unfolds, a guest dies under mysterious circumstances, and Amelia realises she may not be the only one with a hidden agenda. As paranoia sets in, she questions everything. Is this a trap? Why does she feel like she is being watched? And most terrifying of all, will she make it out alive?

Fast-paced and packed with jaw-dropping twists, The Serial Killer’s Party is a gripping thriller that will keep readers on edge. The atmospheric setting, combined with a chilling game of cat and mouse, creates an intoxicating mix of tension and intrigue. With an intelligent, determined protagonist and a plot filled with deception, secrets and deadly consequences, this book is a must-read for fans of dark psychological thrillers.

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This is a twisty thriller that really does keep you guessing until the final page. Amelia has spent year reinventing herself so that she can get an invite to the exclusive annual party from which her sister disappeared. But when she arrives, she realises that her plan may not be as simple as she thought, as she finds herself trying to preserve her image and track down suspects. Alone in a foreign country, Amelia has to rely on her instincts and her hard work to get to the truth. I enjoyed the fast pace and the twists, which didn’t relent until the very end.

This is a gripping thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish with a plot
filled with unexpected twists and turns, making it impossible to predict what will happen next.
The writing is both engaging and suspenseful, with well-developed characters that add depth to the narrative, so well written
The pacing of the novel is perfect, with just the right amount of tension to keep readers hooked without feeling overwhelmed.
The setting is vividly described, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall reading experience.
Highly recommended!

A good read with a plot twist you won’t see coming … Amelia takes on a new personality to infiltrate the rich Fowley family her reason behind this is to try to find out what happened to her beloved sister Rose who ‘disappeared’ a year ago after attending one of the famous family held by the Fowley family . Lots of twists and turns that keep the reader gripped and I devoured this book

Loved this book! True dedication looking for her sister and leaving no stone unturned. Making a long term plan to make sure you get answers even if she’s not quite ready for the answer. This kept me guessing I wouldn’t have guessed the outcome and it kept me gripped and wanting to stay awake far too late to finish it! Praise to the author

This was not what I was expecting, in a great way. I saw only one of the twists coming, although one it was a bit out of the blue, but I really liked the story.
I'm going to read more books by Amy Cunningham for sure.