At first I was hesitant to give this book a shot, because I have actually survived (barely) a year in a relationship with a psychopath. I'm glad I gave this book a chance, though, because the author was very authentic in her depictions, and she didn't glorify psychopaths. (As much as we all love the bad boys, some boys are truly BAD.)

There were a lot of errors, but beyond that, this was a beautiful MM love story, and I look forward to reading more of Louise's books.

Because who wouldn’t want to fall for a psychopath?

Though there are definitely similarities between this and the other I’ve read from this author, The Freshman, there are some major differences, not least of which how it resolves. I won’t give away spoilers, but I had my suspicions and was pleased with how it worked out.

The idea of being alone in a room with several different psychopaths/murderers on a weekly basis to conduct a study is so far beyond my comfort level it’s not even funny. I don’t even watch horror movies. However, though there were a few creepy and/or tense moments, this was more focused on the building relationship between the psychologist and the one person in his study who fascinates and draws him in despite his best efforts to resist. It was an entertaining read, and I’ll be seeking out more from this author.

2.5

The beginning of this one really gripped me and I was so invested. Zane, the chameleon he is, is just captivating. Towards the end it fell a little flat for me which is why it's not rated a 4.

Enjoyable read just not a favorite by this author, who I love. Don’t get it twisted

A Sexy, Suspense Filled Slow Burn that Assaults Your Senses...

“Psychopath” is my first foray into anything written by author Louise Collins, and I have to say I whole heartedly recommend it! I recommend it not only because the story itself is a lovely combination of darkness infused naivety and cerebral psychological thrills, but because it is unavoidably sexy, refreshingly intelligent, and endlessly fascinating.

Here Collins gives us the story of Quinn and Zane, Quinn being a resolute but rather timid psychologist determined to complete his hard-won study on the origins of psychopathy within a very distinct prison population of violent murderers. A man who remains steadfastly strong-minded and secure in his abilities professionally but struggles desperately with self-doubt and heartbreak in his personal life. And Zane, a notorious public figure already famous for his charming, chameleon like ways, now an even more famous incarcerated murderer serving a life sentence for a series of murders so confusing in their context he becomes one of the focal points of Quinn’s inmate study.  However, all that appears to be Zane is anything but, and as Quinn progresses in his research, interacts more and more with Zane, his preconceived notions, thoughts, and emotions toward and about the unapologetic murderer get dangerously tangled and morphed.  

What follows is a winding, intellectually thrilling slow burn that assaults your senses with painstakingly planted twists and turns. The chemistry between Quinn and Zane is palpable, as is Quinn’s confusion and inner turmoil over what is actually happening between them and who Zane really is. It is a mind-bending series of interactions so emotionally complex, so riddled with passion, hatred, and utter confusion, you can’t help but read it in one sitting. Additionally, the devious journey Zane leads all involved on, the glimpses you get into the inner workings of not only his mind, but his very soul are as wondrous as they are heartbreaking. As the man you think he is, all that you thought you knew at the beginning is anything but. And the ending, simply brilliant! I could happily read ten more novels about this pair alone and never lose interest.