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This was a fun book about being a working mom. A working mom who is an assassin by the way. It was funny watching her juggle motherhood and being a wife while trying to be an effective assassin. Then she gets a job in the big time and things quickly spiral.
I'm hoping that this will become a series. I will continue if it does.

For a mystery the author provided a scenario that was very much different-a female assassin analyzing why she does what she does. Delving into the why and why nots of the profession provided a very different mystery that will have you thinking whodunit till the very end; while providing good insights into her mind. In my opinion the book still needs some editing, but it surely does not lack suspense from beginning to end. This was a two-day read for me, once started I needed to know the outcome. I easily foresee a series surrounding the emerging character or a short specialty TV series.

Somebody Worth Killing was such a fun mystery! The main character Nadia was super relatable, funny and a bit of a mess and she completely won me over with her witty inner-dialogue. Nadia's family relationships and love for her life and home were a perfectly sweet counter balance to the main plot of murder for hire. I would consider this a light thriller, but there were also well placed themes of female equality, acceptance and the challenges of juggling marriage and motherhood. The story slowed down just a bit for me in the middle and then wrapped up very quickly, but I would still definitely recommend!

Thank you BookBrowse, NetGalley and Berkley Publishing Group for the advanced ebook!

All of these thoughts and opinions are my own.

This book is a fun, fast read built around an interesting idea: a mom juggling everyday life—PTA meetings, school drop offs, grocery runs, and family responsibilities—while also being an assassin It gave me Dexter vibes in the "vigilante with rules" sense, except the guiding moral voice here comes from a grandmother who may have the same impulses, which adds a fresh twist. Once another assassin enters the picture with his own agenda, the plot gets twisty and kept me turning pages. The ending also leaves room for more—either a sequel, or a prequel digging into the grandmother's backstory. Overall, it's an entertaining mix of mystery, secrets, and a touch of romance.

A loving mom and happy wife who is also a trained assassin with a special closet to store her guns and other tools of the trade, what's not to like?

I enjoyed this book a lot and appreciated the protagonist's inner dialogue and she wrestled with who she was and what had to be kept hidden for the safety of her family.

The book could have benefited from tighter editing some if the writing wasn't great, but I enjoyed the plot twists.

I loved the first chapter of Somebody Worth Killing. I was drawn in immediately by the setting and how the author described where main character was and how they felt. Since I enjoy mysteries with complicated characters I was very interested in where the author was going with this novel.

However, I know there are readers who really want relatable and likable characters so I am not sure that if this is something a reader needs, I am not sure this book will meet that need.

I found Somebody Worth Killing to be as easy read with twists that were supported by the narrative. I enjoy a "good" twist but am not impressed with twists that are just thrown in. I was extremely interested in what was going to happen to the characters.
I believe readers who enjoy thrillers/mysteries with complicated characters will enjoy this book.

Thank you for the opportunity to read this book and I wish the author every success with the novel.

Somebody Worth Killing by Jessica Payne is a fast-paced psychological thriller that keeps the tension high from beginning to end. Jessica Payne does an excellent job creating morally complicated characters and weaving together suspense, manipulation, and emotional intensity without relying on unnecessary twists. The pacing is sharp, making it difficult to put down, and the short chapters add to the feeling of urgency.

What stood out most was how the novel explores obsession, revenge, and the gray areas between justice and morality. The characters feel unpredictable in the best way, keeping readers constantly questioning motives and loyalties. While dark at times, the story remains engaging and entertaining throughout. Fans of domestic thrillers and psychological suspense will likely enjoy the clever storytelling and mounting tension. A gripping and addictive read that delivers plenty of surprises without feeling overdone.

Nadia is a suburban mom of two girls, the wife of a man who loves her and who she loves, as much as she can. Nadia is also a psychopath and an assassin for hire. She has mastered her secret life and is for the most part, happy. A wrench gets thrown into the works when she is offered a job that has her shocked and confused.

This novel is very fast moving. Nadia is full of energy and so is her story. She keeps herself under control but killing bad people and we come along for the ride. The story is told from her point of view only (finally, a book from one perspective) and she goes from cool and organized to confused and slightly crazed. I love that we get to see all the little details about how she manages her family and her job, and keeps all the balls in the air. Despite her job, she is a very likeable killer.

The writing is well suited to the pace of the story, short on descriptions and focused on the action. While a bit predictable is was nonetheless a fun and engaging read.