March 18, 2025 from Crooked Lane Books
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After her sister is murdered, a woman infiltrates a support group for serial killers in this biting queer feminist debut thriller, perfect for fans of The Final Girl Support Group and My Sister, the Serial Killer.
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 (don’t ask) 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.
But the dangerous men in the group aren’t the only obstacle 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.
This dark, witty debut novel is a cunning homage to women’s wrongs that will have you wondering exactly how many monsters walk unseen among us.
Praise for Serial Killer Support Group:
“Buckle up for a dark and twisted ride! Schaefer takes the classic cat and mouse thriller to entirely new levels in this epic battle of wits between half a dozen psychopaths and one grieving sister, hellbent on revenge. Dexter fans, meet your match.”
—Lisa Gardner, #1 New York Times bestselling author
“A twisty and vicious thriller that will have you hungry for revenge.”
—Dea Poirier, bestselling author of Next Girl to Die and The Marriage Counselor
“Readers will quickly turn pages to see where the complex plot leads them… Those who enjoy dark stories with strong female protagonist are in for a treat.”
—Booklist
“A deftly crafted, impressively original, and cunning story of serial killers and a woman’s revenge quest.”
—Midwest Book Review
“…a gripping tale that lures you in with its bizarre premise and keeps you hooked with its unexpected twists.”
—Capes & Tights
“One of the best—and most shocking—narratives of revenge . . . Dark and twisted, unique, and totally engrossing.”
—First Clue Reviews
“Schaefer’s writing is sharp and controlled, never over explaining but always pulling the reader into Cyra’s state of mind… Serial Killer Support Group is a thriller that sticks with you…”
—Cape Argus
Content Warnings:
Murder, violence, death of a sibling, alcohol and drug misuse, addiction recovery, crude language, mental illness, abuse, stalking, and mentions of suicide, sexism, racism, and transphobia.
Saratoga Schaefer 