

Book of the Month Club selection for May 2025
3.5 Stars • The Man Made of Smoke by Alex North is a creepy thriller about Dan, a profiler haunted by a childhood encounter with a serial killer. When his cop dad dies mysteriously, Dan returns home, digging into a case tied to his past. It‘s a slow-burn mix of guilt, family drama, and eerie vibes, with a twisty plot that keeps you hooked, though the ending might feel a bit vague.