Haze and Fox are two retired serial killers turned suburbanites, navigating the monotonous world of parenthood and marriage. Haze, feeling restless in her role as a stay-at-home mom, starts yearning for her old life, much to Fox’s dismay. And then, things take a turn…

As promised, this book delivers a blend of 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith' meets 'Butcher & Blackbird', with a dash of 'Santa Clarita Diet' dark humor. While the opening hooked me right away, the pacing lagged a bit in the middle, taking its time to truly find its footing. There was more “telling” than “showing,” which initially made it hard for me to fully engage with the story. But once all the pieces started falling into place, I couldn’t put it down. Every seemingly questionable moment from earlier chapters was revealed and and the whole final third of the book was mind blowing when all was revealed. So many bombshells!

Surprisingly, the book also offers relatable and honest reflections on motherhood and marriage (hence the title). Haze’s candid take on becoming a mother felt real and raw, something I imagine many parents would connect with deeply.


Thank you to Netgalley and Random House Publishing Group for the ARC.