How to Get Away with Murder - Rebecca Philipson
Rebecca Philipson
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- Pages · 368 pages
- Publication Date · 12/03/2026
- Genre · Thriller / suspense
If you picked up this book because you truly want to get away with murder, you will not be disappointed. Simply turn the page and we'll get started.'Rebecca Philipson has turned the serial killer novel on it's head. Clever and all too credible' Val McDermid, No.1 bestselling author of Silent Bones'A creepy and accomplished debut' Daily Mail
'Remarkable' The Times
'Engaging, clever and witty, it marks the arrival of a major talent' Daily ExpressDenver Brady claims to be the most successful serial killer of our time - and that's precisely why you've never heard of him. But with the publication of How to Get Away With Murder, his manual for aspiring serial killers, that's about to change. When a copy of Denver's book is found at a crime scene, DI Samantha Hansen is given the job of tracking down the elusive author. As Denver and Sam's stories unfold and converge, it becomes clear that there's more to both than meets the eye. And once Denver's book goes viral, the pressure to find and bring him to justice brings Sam to breaking point. But in this dark and twisted tale, who is hunting whom?A pacey serial killer thriller, perfect for fans of Val McDermid and Karin Slaughter. `Unputdownable' Mary Watson, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Cleaner
'Gripping, clever, and powerful... the best thriller I have ever read' Eirinie Lapidaki, author of The Wives of Halcyon
'Original and gripping' Claire McGowan, author of What You Did***Readers love How to Get Away with Murder!***'What an opening line to hook you right in! A fantastic debut from Philipson.' FIVE-STAR Review
'Intensely engaging with complex and flawed characters.' FIVE-STAR Review
'The writing style was brilliant and the plot very engaging.' FIVE-STAR Review'I loved the tension, the suspense and thrill, I was totally gripped throughout.' FIVE-STAR Review'A sharp, clever and hugely entertaining book that delivers tension, humour and a standout premise.' FIVE-STAR Review
'Masterful misdirection and pacing kept me glued to the page the entire time.' FIVE-STAR Review
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