🌟🌟🌟🌟 Four-Star Review for The Really Dead Wives of New Jersey by Astrid Dahl

If you’ve ever thought The Real Housewives franchise needed a little murder mystery, you’re in for a treat with The Really Dead Wives of New Jersey! Astrid Dahl delivers a deliciously dramatic whodunit wrapped in reality TV's glittering, gossip-fueled chaos. It’s a murder mystery with catfights, cocktails, and enough twists to keep you on your toes.

What I loved most was the clever concept. Setting a murder mystery on the set of a Housewives-style show was genius—it had all the glitz and over-the-top drama you’d expect, plus a dark undercurrent of secrets and betrayal. Dahl perfectly captures reality TV's ridiculous (yet somehow mesmerizing) world, and watching the drama unfold while trying to piece together the clues was such fun. I also appreciated how the tension built with each new revelation, keeping me guessing until the end.

That said, I’ll admit I struggled to remember who was who. It was easy to get a little lost in the chaos between the cast of over-the-top characters and the drama coming at me from all angles. It made it hard to immerse myself in the story at times fully, but then again, isn’t that kind of the Housewives experience?

If you love reality TV, murder mysteries, or just want a book as outrageous as it is entertaining, this one is worth picking up. It’s like binge-watching your favorite guilty pleasure show with a sinister twist. Just ensure you bring a notebook for all the characters—trust me, it helps!

Perfect for Fans of Knives Out, Big Little Lies, and anyone who secretly loves a Housewives marathon.