You’d Look Better as a Ghost by Joanna Wallace (Serpent's Tail / Viper / Profile Books)

A serial killer you'll actually like.

Claire is a highly remarkable child, with a racing and bright mind. She grows up with a nasty mother and a loving father, and as an adult, she becomes a sort of an avenger for wicked crimes. Her inner monologue is so engaging that the reader unwittingly becomes her biggest admirer, even while she murders in gruesome ways. But, didn't they deserve it?

After the death of her father, Claire finds herself in a therapeutic bereavement group and, blinded by grief, her instincts are clouded, so she quickly becomes the target of villains who want to use her talent for their own purposes. But you never know with Claire...

A beautiful, imaginative novel with a compelling and entertaining tale. The characters are bright, smart, and humorous. The writing is fast-paced dark comedy style and the tale is action-packed with twists and turns.

I'll be keeping an eye out for more Joanna Wallace books in the future.

An absolute treat to read!

4/5