All of Us Murderers
The lush Gothic drama of Crimson Peak meets the murderous intrigue of Knives Out with an LGBTQIA+ love story to die for from award-winning author KJ Charles.
WHO WILL SURVIVE LACKADAY HOUSE?
When Zeb Wyckham is summoned to a wealthy relative's remote Gothic manor, he is horrified to find all the people he least wants to see in the world: his estranged brother, his sneering cousin, and his bitter ex-lover Gideon Grey. Things couldn't possibly get worse.
Then the master of the house announces the true purpose of the gathering: he intends to leave the vast family fortune to whoever marries his young ward, setting off a violent scramble for her hand. Zeb wants no part of his greedy family--but when he tries to leave, the way is barred. The walls of Lackaday House are high, and the gates firmly locked. As the Dartmoor mists roll in, there's no way out. And something unnatural may be watching them from the house's shadowy depths...
Fear and paranoia ramping ever-higher, Zeb has nowhere to turn but to the man who once held his heart. As the gaslight flickers and terror takes hold, can two warring lovers reunite, uncover the murderous mysteries of Lackaday House--and live to tell the tale?
Pages: 320
ISBN: 9781464227523
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Carla B.
"All of Us Murderers" locks you into a fog‑shrouded manor with a tangled inheritance plot, creeping horror, and a second‑chance romance that burns slow. It’s part Gothic drama, part murder mystery, and fully immersive. Zeb’s ADHD gives the story unexpected emotional depth. Keep reading for the full review.
Synopsis:
Zeb Wyckham arrives at his wealthy relative’s remote Lackaday House only to find a toxic family reunion in progress: his estranged brother, a sneering cousin, and his ex‑lover Gideon are all under one roof. Then the patriarch reveals his twisted game—the fortune goes to the man who marries his young ward. Zeb tries to escape, but fog and locked gates trap him inside. As paranoia and dread spiral, Zeb must confront his family’s cruel legacy and survive, and maybe reunite with Gideon, even as something unnatural stirs in the shadows.
Spillin’ the Book Tea:
All of Us Murderers is a chilling Gothic mystery with a heart‑tingling queer romance at its core. I had high hopes for this book, and it exceeded every one. You’ve got a locked‑in mystery set in a gothic location, but it’s Zeb’s voice that won me over. His undiagnosed ADHD, before the term even existed, adds layers to his choices and how he sees the world—and it’s handled with care. The writing balances dread, dark humor, and genuine emotion. Thank you to KJ Charles for delivering a story that’s both eerie and heartfelt. Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press for the early copy of this book and the opportunity to provide this candid review.
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