A review by sophs_mood_reading
Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Looking for a rom-com? Perfect, let’s narrow it down. Small town? Single dad? Hockey? Nah. How about rival serial killers serving up Dexter vibes while shamelessly flirting over their body count? Welcome to The Butcher and the Blackbird!

This book flips the romance genre on its head and drags it into the dark with unapologetic glee. Yes, it’s twisted (hello, serial killers), so definitely check those trigger warnings. But Sloane and Rowen? They’re a bloody delight, equal parts chaotic hilarity, sweet moments, and spicy encounters.

And the audiobook? Chef’s kiss. It’s a duet narration, which is already gold, but toss in an Irish accent? Absolute perfection. If you’re ready to root for a love story that shouldn’t work but somehow does, this one’s for you.