How to Get Away with Murder - Rebecca Philipson

Beginning with Charlotte’s murder, the narrative builds by layering information piece by piece. It never feels overwhelming, only fascinating, pulling you deeper and deeper into the mystery until you realize this isn’t just one thread, but many coming together.

The structure of this book is absolutely genius. It’s a story within a story: Sam reviews murder notes while also reading through chapters of Denver’s book. What makes it work so well is how closely the two narratives correlate. Each one feeds into the other and continually pushes the story forward.

I found myself deeply invested in Sam’s point of view, her emotions, and her reactions to everything unfolding around her. Sam’s past looms heavily over her, and that internal struggle adds so much depth to her character. Because of that, it was frustrating how often she shut Taylor down when he tried to speak, especially since Taylor was constantly taking care of her.

Denver’s book brings an entirely different tone. It’s filled with humor and pop culture references while discussing murder and victims, which somehow makes his sections even more unsettling. Being inside his mind and hearing his thought process was genuinely chilling.

This was a book I couldn’t stop listening to. It became one of those stories you don’t want to pause for anything. It’s so unique and unlike anything I’ve read before that I honestly wish I could experience it again for the first time.

The audiobook narration elevated the story even further. Tamsin was perfect for Sam, and every character had a distinct, recognizable voice. Her inflections were spot-on, and you could feel every emotion coming through her performance. Michael, who voiced Denver’s book, was especially incredible. He sounded exactly like how you’d imagine a serial killer, and the way he described scenes and his thoughts gave me chills. At times, it truly felt like he was the killer.

This is a must-read for anyone who loves layered mysteries and psychological thrillers that do something truly different. I received this book as an ALC and am leaving this honest review voluntarily.

A murderer should never ever discuss murder with others. The outcomes are almost always undesirable.