
Titles in This Set:
The Murder After the Night Before
How to Kill Men and Get Away With It
I Bet You’d Look Good in a Coffin
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780008536718/9780008536695/9780008656737
Overview:
Katy Brent’s three-book collection brings together a tightly wound trio of modern crime thrillers that pair razor-sharp wit with high-stakes suspense. The Murder After the Night Before follows a protagonist who wakes after a night of excess to a public, explosive mystery: Posey is dead, a killer seems plausible, and memory has dissolved into a fog of rumor and viral scrutiny. How to Kill Men and Get Away With It introduces Kitty Collins, a narrator whose longing for revenge latches onto dangerous impulses, pushing boundaries and blurring moral lines as she pursues consequences she believes she deserves. I Bet You’d Look Good in a Coffin returns to Kitty in a world where online misogyny and real-world danger intersect, delivering a finale that tests both nerve and conscience. This paperback collection offers compact, page-turning suspense across three distinct yet stylistically linked thrillers, ideal for readers who crave contemporary noir with a fierce, female-forward perspective.
What This Collection Covers:
Across these novels, Brent maintains a consistent voice that fuses dark humor with relentless tension. The set examines how obsession with justice or vengeance can distort perception, especially under the glare of social media and public scrutiny. Each book shifts tone—from the urgent mystery of a night that refuses to stay buried, to a study in psychological propulsion as a killer’s thirst evolves, to a globe-trotting confrontation with online hate and personal loyalties. The collection foregrounds sharp dialogue, cunning misdirection, and morally complex choices, inviting readers to question who truly deserves mercy and who defines truth. It’s a cohesive, immersive experience for fans of contemporary thrillers and literary crime that refuses to let the reader breathe easy until the final twist lands.
Book-by-Book Guide:
The Murder After the Night Before
Something terrible happened last night, and Posey is dead. The narrator wakes with a brutal hangover, a stranger in her bed, and a viral storm that paints her as the prime suspect in a supposed accident. With the police doubtful of innocence and the internet relentless, she must hunt for a killer while her own memories refuse to cooperate. Brent crafts a brisk, immersive mystery where every gossip-driven clue deepens the suspense, and every reveal reframes what “truth” means in a world of hashtags and headlines. A clever, twist-driven opener that sets the tone for the collection’s moral echoes and dark humor. How to Kill Men and Get Away With It
Meet Kitty Collins—friend, lover, and, to some, a killer. After a nightclub encounter turns deadly, Kitty discovers a chilling addiction: revenge that feels almost inevitable as the body count climbs. The narrative voice stays cool and relentless, charting a chilling ascent from flirtation to fatal miscalculation. Brent keeps the momentum taut, pairing wicked wit with brutal consequence as Kitty tests the boundaries of justice, desire, and culpability. This installment invites readers to question where desire ends and danger begins, delivering a shock that lingers long after the final page. I Bet You’d Look Good in a Coffin
Kitty Collins returns in a globe-trotting thriller that braids personal vendettas with a public stage ruled by social media. In the South of France, as a family wedding unfolds, Kitty resists the urge to act yet can’t ignore the pull of one more tactic to balance the scales. A misogynistic influencer and a mounting sense of moral peril push her toward decisions that could redefine who she is—as a killer, as a daughter, as a woman navigating a world eager to see her fail. Brent maintains a brisk pace, unflinching in its critique of online culture, while delivering a chilling, compulsive finish.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This 3-book collection is ideal for readers who crave bold, character-driven thrillers with a contemporary edge. If you enjoy psychologically driven suspense, dark humor, and sharp social commentary, this set will satisfy your cravings for twisty plots and memorable voices. The compact paperback format makes it perfect for travel, commutes, and weekend binge sessions, while its cohesive mood makes it an excellent gift for fans of modern noir and clever, fearless storytelling. It's also well-suited for book clubs seeking provocative discussions about motive, consequence, and justice through a confident female-centric lens.
Key Benefits:
About the Author:
Katy Brent is a contemporary crime fiction writer known for razor-sharp plotting, a darkly witty voice, and fearless heroines who navigate perilous moral terrains. This collection showcases Brent’s talent for crafting tension, wit, and morally charged scenarios that keep readers turning pages. Across three standalone thrillers, her storytelling remains focused on psychological depth, high-stakes suspense, and a voice that blends sarcasm with genuine empathy for characters who sit at the edge of danger. Brent’s work invites readers to question appearances, motives, and consequences while delivering enduring, memorable protagonists.
Why You’ll Love This Set:
If you crave a bold, uncompromising thriller experience, this Katy Brent collection delivers. The trio offers a cohesive mood, a fearless female-led perspective, and a masterclass in pacing and misdirection—all packed into a single, portable paperback set. Owning the complete collection means immediate access to three distinct yet thematically linked journeys, ideal for fans who enjoy re-reading favorite twists or sharing a suspenseful evening with friends. It’s the kind of gift that sparks conversation, invites endless speculation, and rewards readers with a satisfying, thought-provoking experience.
Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.
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