You’ve probably seen this book in someone’s hands on the subway or mentioned by someone in their social feed obsessing over it. The title, How to Kill Men and Get Away With It, is enough to grab your attention, right? This book is written by Katy Brent. At first, I thought this might be another serial killer story, maybe a female version of Dexter or even Lana Myers from the Mindfck* series (God, I love her so much! My girl crush!). Naturally, I picked it up because, let’s face it, who wouldn’t be intrigued by learning how to “literally” get away with murder? Spoiler alert: It’s not exactly an instruction manual… or is it?
Dedication That Hits Home
Before we dive into the chaos, the dedication alone will make you pause: “For every woman who has ever walked home with her keys between her fingers.” Umm… excuse me, is she talking about me, or every single woman ever? Relatable much? From the start, you know this book is about taking the narrative of fear and flipping it on its head.
Now First Line? Total Jaw-Dropper.
I was overwhelmed (in the best way) by the opening lines: “When someone who doesn’t want to die realizes they are going to die, the fight… It’s astonishing how even the world’s worst monsters are desperate to keep living.” Can we all just… take a moment here? What even?! That’s how you know you’ve just signed up for a wild, unapologetically dark ride. Death, power, survival—this book doesn’t hold back.
Meet Kitty: Influencer by Day, Chaos by Night
Our protagonist, Kitty, is a social media influencer with a perfectly curated Instagram life—but surprise! She’s nothing like her posts. Her mind is a tangled web of thoughts, plotting revenge and navigating and hating a world that constantly threatens women. Kitty’s story begins with an accidental murder (self-defense, really) when she kills a man who tries to assault her. At first, I was like, “Yup, go girl, totally justified.” But then… she just casually goes home and attends his funeral like it’s no big deal. I mean, WHAT?! But if we set aside our so-called moral compass for a moment and ignore the usual “killing is bad” narrative, isn’t her reaction oddly… practical? What’s a girl supposed to do when she’s being assaulted? Stay silent? Hell no. Her choice was survival, plain and simple. And attending the funeral? It’s her way of getting closure, even if it’s not spelled out explicitly.
Accidents or… Purpose?
It doesn’t stop there. Another man meets his end—again, self-defense—but this time, Kitty begins to feel… a spark. A purpose. Why stop at two accidental kills when you could make a career out of taking down the men who truly deserve it? Think of her as a feminist anti-hero, dishing out poetic justice one serrated hunting knife at a time. There’s even a line where she claims she’s graduated from keys-between-the-fingers to carrying syringes and knives. Talk about leveling up!
Murderous Feminism? Yes, Please.
What makes this book fascinating is how it flips societal roles. Women—the “victims”—finally snap. There’s this one killer line that really struck me: “Another woman killed because she didn’t do what a man wanted.” It’s sharp, it’s raw, and it hits deep. The narrative constantly challenges our notions of morality. Sure, murder is bad (duh), but… isn’t it also kind of satisfying to see a woman turn the tables for once?
Where’s the Police?
Okay, but can we talk about how unrealistic some parts are? Like, Kitty kills multiple men and doesn’t even get questioned by the police. Not once. Ma’am, where are the detectives? Where are the true crime podcasts about her? It’s almost laughable—but in a way, it’s also genius because it highlights how society often ignores women’s voices, even when bodies are dropping.
Not Just Blood and Gore: Romance
Surprisingly, there’s a sprinkle of romance here too. Enter Charlie, a seemingly innocent guy who might just be the one to challenge Kitty’s “no killing innocents” rule. The tension between “Do I trust him?” and “Do I murder him?” keeps you flipping pages. And trust me, the ending is an absolute BAM moment. I was left screaming, “WHAT THE HELL JUST HAPPENED?” It’s not the ending I wanted, but it’s the ending this story deserved.
Final Thoughts: A Murderous Masterpiece?
This book is chaotic, wild, and unapologetically feminist in the most twisted way. It’s not just a story about killing men; it’s a commentary on fear, power, and what happens when women decide they’re done being victims. Sure, it’s unrealistic, and sure, it’ll mess with your mind (in the best way), but isn’t that the point?
If you’ve ever wanted to root for a female serial killer who turns trauma into power, this one’s for you. Just… don’t read it in public unless you’re ready for side-eyes and judgmental stares. Because honestly? Women might just be the best murderers… when they’re pushed far enough.
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