How to Kill Your Family by Bella Mackie is a darkly humorous and sharply satirical novel about revenge, family secrets, and the lengths one woman will go to right the wrongs of her past. Grace Bernard, the novel's witty and unapologetic protagonist, embarks on a calculated quest to kill off her estranged, wealthy family after they abandoned her and her mother.
Told through Grace’s clever and often outrageous perspective, the story weaves humor, cynicism, and a biting critique of privilege and greed. However, her meticulously planned revenge takes an unexpected turn, leaving readers questioning morality, justice, and the true cost of vengeance. With its blend of dark comedy and compelling storytelling, How to Kill Your Family is an unmissable read for fans of sharp, unconventional fiction.
Why How to Kill Your Family is a Must-Read
Dark Comedy at Its Finest
Bella Mackie crafts a brilliantly wicked narrative, balancing humor and darkness in a uniquely engaging way.
A Fierce and Memorable Protagonist
Grace’s razor-sharp wit and unapologetic attitude make her one of the most intriguing antiheroes in contemporary fiction.
A Clever Satire of Privilege and Family Dynamics
The novel’s biting critique of wealth, entitlement, and dysfunction adds depth to its fast-paced and entertaining plot.
Memorable Quotes from How to Kill Your Family
"Revenge is a dish best served cold—but it's also best served with flair."
Translation (Sinhala): "ප්රතිශෝධය ශීතලව ලබා දිය යුතු ආහාරයකි, නමුත් එය සැරයුත්තෙන් සැපයීමත් වැදගත්ය."
Translation (Tamil): "பகை தீர்க்கும் உணவு குளிர்ந்ததாக மட்டுமே அல்ல, கலையின் நிறையுடன் வழங்கப்பட வேண்டும்."
"Family: where love is supposed to grow, but sometimes, it just rots."
"Sometimes, justice isn’t found—it’s made, one act at a time."
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About the Book
Title: How to Kill Your Family
Author: Bella Mackie
ISBN: 9780008365937
Publisher: The Borough Press
Published Year: 2021
Number of Pages: 400
Binding: Paperback
