Amy (amy_alwaysreading)'s Reviews > Murder Your Employer

Many thanks to my partner @simon.audio for the #gifted audiobook.

Clever, unique, and irreverently fun!

In the early days of Holmes’ singing/songwriting career, he knew that to “make it” meant to create a spectacle. And from there, his hit song about cannibalism, Timothy, was born. (You’ve more likely heard his “Pina Colada” song named “Escape.”)

So it’s really not all that surprising that his current best seller is (shockingly!) based on a prestigious school that teaches its students the fine art of… murder.

To be honest, I was drawn to this story because Neil Patrick Harris, a forever favorite, is one of the narrators. But I quickly found myself immersed in this quirky education full of dry humor and nostalgic of the 1950s.

The first half of the book reads at a slower pace. But as the second half kicks off and the education of three students is put to the test, the speed picked up. And the ending… chef’s kiss.

Best paired with a pina colada, this book is imaginative and smart. A humorous read that is surprisingly full of heart. Throw this one in your bag for a fun escape.

I solely listened to this one on audio. The powerhouse narration by Neil Patrick Harris and Simon Vance was stellar. Vance’s pretentiousness and Harris’ multifaceted voices kept me hanging on each word. I highly suggest grabbing this on in audio format.

“When a man dies from a bullet entering his chest, it's a homicide. When a man dies from a meteorite landing on his head, it's a tragedy. Don't use bullets. Use meteorites. Don't commit a homicide. Commit a Tragedy.”