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Love in the Time of Serial Killers

By Alicia Thompson
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Love in the Time of Serial Killers by Alicia Thompson follows the story of a PhD candidate who is researching true crime while suspecting her handsome neighbour of being less than he seems. As she navigates her fascination with her neighbour and her academic pursuits, themes of love, trust, and understanding emerge. It’s a romance with a unique twist, blending suspense and humour.
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You might enjoy this book if you like romance with a quirky twist. It combines a passion for true crime with a heartfelt and humorous love story, offering a fresh take for those who appreciate both mystery and romance. The engaging characters and witty dialogue promise to entertain and keep you hooked.

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The TikTok bestseller! A true crime obsessive suspects that her new neighbour might be a serial killer, or something worse... a potential love interest.

PhD candidate Phoebe Walsh has always been obsessed with true crime. She's even analysing the genre in her dissertation—if she can manage to finish writing it. It's hard to find the time while she spends the summer in Florida, cleaning out her childhood home, dealing with her obnoxiously good-natured younger brother, and grappling with the complicated feelings of mourning a father she hadn't had a relationship with for years.

It doesn't help that she's low-key convinced that her new neighbour, Sam Dennings, is a serial killer (he may dress business casual by day, but at night he's clearly up to something). But it's not long before Phoebe realises that Sam might be something much scarier—a genuinely nice guy who can pierce her armour to reach her vulnerable heart.

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Alicia Thompson's Love in the Time of Serial Killers has been described as a unique, sexy, and charming romance novel, perfect for fans of witty banter and compelling characters. It is praised for its smart and snappy dialogue, sizzling chemistry, and heartwarming nature, making it an addictive read. The book is recommended for those who enjoy the works of Christina Lauren and Rachel Lynn Solomon, with its poignant exploration of opening one’s heart to love despite fear.

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ISBN: 9781804992906

Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin (Transworld)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 251g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Alicia Thompson is a writer, reader, and Paramore superfan. As a teen, she appeared in an episode of 48 hours in the audience of a local murder trial, where she broke the fourth wall by looking directly into the camera. She currently lives in Florida with her husband and two children.

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