Title: Serial Killer Support Group
Author: Saratoga Schaefer
Genre: Thriller/ Horror
Published: 2025
Description: When Cyra Griffin’s younger sister is murdered by a
serial killer, Cyra knows better than to expect justice from the hands of the
police department. With the investigation already dying its own slow death,
Cyra follows the blood trail and finds her own way forward.
Using insider information Cyra infiltrates a support group for serial
killers by pretending to be one herself in the hopes of finding the person who
ended her sister’s life. Proving herself to them comes at a cost, but it’s one
Cyra is willing to pay in the name of revenge.
Unfortunately, the dangerous men in the group aren’t the only obstacles in Cyra’s
path for vengeance, and the further Cyra descends into the deadly world of
serial killers, the harder it becomes to hold on to her own humanity.
Review: For fans of pitch-black humor and unconventional thrillers, Saratoga Schaefer’s
debut is an absolute must-read. “Serial Killer Support Group” thoroughly shakes
up the classic thriller genre with a daring, feminist, and slightly bizarre
premise. The result is and addictive game of cat and mouse that constantly
keeps the reader guessing.
When Cyra Griffin’s younger sister is brutally murdered by a serial killer
and the police quickly let the investigation fizzle out. Cyra refuses to accept
this and decides to take matters into her own hands. Through an insider in the
police force, she discovers the existence of a top-secret support group in the
city: a support group for serial killers. Driven by revenge, Cyra manages to
infiltrate the group and pretends to be a cold-blooded killer herself. Her goal
is simple: to unmask her sister’s killer.
This book is a delightfully crazy ride that entertains from the very
first page. Schaefer has a sharp, witty writing style that allows her to
effortlessly combine the gruesome subject matter with a healthy dose of irony
and dark humor. Cyra is a fantastic, unconventional protagonist; she is
determined, physically strong, and morally flexible enough to fully draw you
into her mission.
The build-up tension is very well-executed. The constant threat that
Cyra will be exposed among the group of trained psychopaths creates a continuous,
underlying sense of unease. As the story approaches its climax, the author also
treats you to a number of sharp, unexpected plot twists.
The various killers in the groups all have fascinating, twisted
backstories. I would have liked a bit more depth and interaction among them
during the group sessions.
“Serial Killer Support Group” is a refreshing, thrilling and
delightfully macabre debut that’s perfect for fans of “Dexter”. This is the
second book I read by Saratoga Schaefer and I really love her work so far. An
author to keep a close eye on.
Rating: 4/ 5
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