“The Killing Lessons” was one of the most well-written thrillers I’ve ever read. Often mystery novels can turn into tawdry reads, sacrificing world building for a cheap thrill, but Black manages to build a terrifying and realistic world the reader can’t escape. There is no doubt this one is psychological (and not for the weak-stomached), but it borders of literary in a way not often seen in the genre. Black’s ability to capture characters was mesmerizing - it reminded me of Johnny Cash’s “Folsom Prison Blues.” In the song - Cash is able to understand what makes a prisoner fundamentally human - even when facing death, all he wants is a cup of coffee. That intricacy and realism is echoed in every character Black introduces and she wastes no time with unimportant detail. Plus it’s just a hell of a thriller! Can’t wait to read “LoveMurder.”