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Bad Men

The serial killer you've been waiting for, a BBC Radio 2 Book Club pick
By Julie Mae Cohen
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In Bad Men by Julie Mae Cohen, a woman's seemingly idyllic life begins to unravel when she's drawn into a web of deceit and crime. As secrets about those around her come to light, she must navigate a dangerous environment where trust is scarce, probing into dark secrets that threaten her safety and sanity. The thriller delves into themes of betrayal and moral ambiguity, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.
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This gripping crime and thriller book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by stories that delve into the dark complexities of human nature. You'll likely enjoy the tension and suspense as characters navigate a world where morality is blurred, leaving you questioning who the true 'bad men' are.

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Even serial killers want a happily-ever-after . . . The darkly funny, ingenious and outrageous thriller debut from Julie Mae Cohen.

The brilliantly twisty and funny feminist rage thriller for fans of How To Kill Your Family and My Sister the Serial Killer.

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SAFFY HUNTLEY-OLIVER is beautiful, charming, rich, and in her spare time she's a serial killer. For the past fifteen years she's been hunting down and killing bad men: rapists, murderers, domestic abusers. As a hobby, it's not as Instagrammable as baking, but at least it's better for your thighs.

The problem is, that it's hard to sustain a healthy, balanced heterosexual relationship when you're expecting to have to kill your boyfriend at any moment. She's lost her faith in mankind.

That's why she's decided to look for a good man instead, preferably one who shares her interests. Jon Desrosiers, with his campaigning podcast, perfect bone structure and adorably messy hair, could be just the guy for her. As the creator of a hugely popular true-crime podcast, he has to delve deep into the psyches of monsters, though he's always been on the side of justice.

So begins a tale of obsession as Saffy uses every trick in the book to get her man. Regardless of the cost to human life...

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Reviews for Bad Men by Julie Mae Cohen highlight its captivating and original narrative. The character Saffy stands out as charming and memorable, with comparisons drawn to iconic figures like Villanelle or Sweetpea. The book has received high praise for its brilliant and engaging thrill.

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ISBN: 9781804182178

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 444g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Julie Mae Cohen is the darker, funnier side of Julie Cohen - an award-winning, million-copy bestselling author. She is an Associate Lecturer in Creative Writing at the University of Reading and a Vice President of the Romantic Novelists' Association and a founder of their Rainbow Chapter for LGBTQ+ writers. She lives in Berkshire, UK with her teenager and a terrier of dubious origin. Bad Men is her first thriller.

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