The Kind Worth Killing

The Kind Worth Killing by Peter Swanson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


If you’re into page turners, The Kind Worth Killing delivers in spades. Skillfully written, with a sociopathic cast and plenty of backstabbing twists, if ever there was a beach read, this is it. The story is unquestionably an homage to Highsmith’s Strangers on a Train. Although Highsmith’s work is deeper, darker, and more sophisticated, Swanson puts an original spin on the tale, making for a compelling read.

Early on, there is an overused mystery trope that foretells the ending, but the pages in-between were so enjoyable, getting to the predestined denouement was a pleasure.



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