An easy read in terms of writing (obviously the subject matter is a bit bleak). I appreciated how concise the information was about the crimes included, and the formatting/structure of the book was straightforward. May appear surface level to major true crime buffs, but I found it to be informative and a good compilation of crimes from different states. A good overview that doesn't get overly bogged down in details and become too long to read.

Vacations Can Be Murder is a well-researched book that includes destinations (sightseeing, tours, prisons, burial sights, hotels, and restaurants) related to true crime cases or hauntings. The author includes addresses, websites, and phone numbers of destinations to help make travel planning easier. The author also creates pre-planned itineraries of must-see cities and locations.

This book had way more information than I was expecting! I definitely will be using a guide or two or three on my next trip to the New England area!

Thank you to NetGalley and Publisher for the free ebook in exchange for an honest review.

I wasn't sure what to expect but love murder docs and live here. This is more like a book that just gives brief background and then lists where these places are. It will be a great tool on visiting some of these places.

This was such a interesting read
I actually really enjoyed it if you can enjoy true crime
It was full of interesting information and set out brilliantly
I’ve read many true crime books and have to say this is such an unique one

Vacations Can Be Murder describes a series of true crime events that occurred in every state in New England. It also provides itineraries for guided tours and resources to be used if you wanted to learn more about the different crimes/location.

This was very informative and I enjoyed getting a look into the different crimes that occurred in New England. I think next time I go to New England, I'll be following one of these guided tour itineraries. 4/5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

I loved this book. Great book on “New England “ come and murders. The way the book is structured only adds to the subject matter. Information provide by the state then city. List of places to visit and eat for each state. There is even a list of tours as well as links to different sources offered per state. I will be looking for other books by this author. Thanks to Nethalley, the author and the publisher for the ARC of this book. Receiving this book in this manner has no bearing on my review.

This is a conglomeration of stories, mini histories, short tales, and information that pertains to haunted places across the vastness of New England. Ideally all this information will be sourced in local libraries but the author did a fantastic job putting it all together. You can find out about everything haunted and where bouts across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. The organization is formulaic by type and subtype to find several types of haunted places. I wanted more historical context to the information but that can be explored further through personal research. This is a great compilation of all things haunted and spooky in new England but does not give the degree of depth that separates it from other travel guides. I also wanted more of the authors voice and how she would give such tours if she were the official guide. Thank you, Net Galley, and Level Best Books, for this digital arc in exchange for an honest review!