Sirens & Stilettos

A Serial Killer Book Club Novel

By: D.L. Darby

Narrated by: Shiloh James, Gabriel Spires

Bunny Jones has a secret life…

By day, she’s an investigative assistant who blends into the background. By night, she’s the Shadow Siren—a ruthless vigilante delivering brutal justice to men who hurt women.

The only person she can’t seem to hide from is the detective who knows her better than anyone, because he’s already helped her cover up a murder—her husband’s.

Hunter Remington has always wanted all of Bunny—her heart, her trust, her darkness. But after surviving an abusive marriage, she’s hesitant to open herself up to love again.

When a reckless night leads to an unplanned pregnancy, Bunny must choose between the violent life that gives her power and the man who sees every broken part of her—and still wants more.

As anonymous threats surface and old enemies rise from the dead, Bunny is forced to confront the truth: Hunter’s obsession might be the only thing keeping her alive.

Obsession cuts both ways, though, and when her secret identity is exposed, love might not be enough to save her.

©2025 D.L. Darby (P)2026 Blue Nose Publishing

This time it was all her fault!

So I have really mixed feelings about this book. I really enjoyed the overall plot and the narrators were excellent but there were a few things that really erked me about the FMC's behavior. I dont want to give too much away but let's just say I would've given up on her a long time ago. I enjoyed the fact that for once it wasn't the guy being a complete dick but there are way too many on and off again moments between the two MMCs, which were all her fault IMO. The MMC was everything you could possibly want in a man but it still seemed like it wasnt enough for this lady. Anyway, dont get me wrong I did enjoy the book like i said before and all the badass women in it but I felt like the wishy washy behavior from the FMC was a bit tedious.

The narration itself was perfect. Shiloh was amazing and felt like she really took the role of the character seriously. She showed all the emotions. This is the first time I've heard Gabriel in a duet style narration and I felt that the chemistry between them was right on. I think he's a great narrator and wish I heard more from him.

In the end, personal preference aside, I recommend this book if you're looking for some "woman scorned" revenge!

A Killer Story & Listen🎧Gripping & Remarkable!

D.L. Darby has written another fantastic killer of a story, a thrilling second-chance romance that will keep you hooked from beginning to end. This second book of her “Serial Killer Book Club” series features Bunny Jones, a member of the serial killer book club, and Hunter Remington, the man pining for her. Hunter is a detective and the lead investigator of the “Shadow Siren” serial killer case. Bunny has worked as an investigative assistant for the police, a perfect coverup for her after-work activities as a vigilante killer of men who abuse women, and how the two met. Hunter tries to snare Bunny, but coming out of an abusive relationship, she is hesitant to get involved in another serious relationship, though she was kidding herself since she wanted him too. The back-and-forth between these two was entertaining to watch, adding in more witty dialogue, banter and scenes with her bestie Dove elevates the fun too. Keeping it spoiler-free, I will only say it is best going in knowing as little as possible and enjoy the dark and twisted ride as it all unfolds. There is never a dull moment in this cleverly plotted story, a multi-layered story that has plenty of drama, angst, dark humor, some thrilling and suspenseful moments, twists and turns, heartfelt emotions, and a steamy second-chance romance. The world-building and the complexity of the characters, their development and growth are all fantastic. D.L. Darby, thank you for another amazing story and wild ride!

🎧📚🎧 And for the amazing audiobook listen and production performed by the wonderfully talented Shiloh James and Gabriel Spires, who did a fantastic job voicing the characters and delivering a perfect portrayal of each. Both embodied their characters completely, captured the tension and the chemistry between them too. Shiloh James killed it as Bunny, grasping every aspect of her personality, from her wit, quirkiness to her fierceness and all in between, including her vulnerabilities. Gabriel Spires was just as fantastic and nailed it in Hunter’s role, showcasing his personality perfectly. They were fabulous performing the roles of the side/secondary characters, as well as handling all the witty back-and-forth dialogue. Setting the ideal tone for the story, their expressive performance conveyed all the characters’ emotions and had you feeling them all. It is a pleasure to listen to these entertaining storytellers, and their captivating performance keeps you hooked to the story.

SO FLIPPING GOOD!!

I really loved this book! If you are a fan of Butcher and Blackbird, I highly recommend this one! Bunny and Hunter are fantastic characters with so much love to give. I did not read book 1, but I will most definitely be going back to read it!

💜Friends to lovers
💜Workplace romance
💜Detective MMC
💜Surprise pregnancy

Hunter and Bunny are messy and complicated, but beneath it all, they are both head over heels in love with each other. They push and pull like no other. They challenge one another in the best way. But at the end of the day, they can never really be together with the one big secret between them.

Shiloh James & Gabriel Spires perform this audiobook beautifully in duet narration. Shiloh and Gabriel are the perfect pairing for these characters - Shiloh brought forth all of Bunny’s sass and Gabriel was able to spotlight all of Hunter’s deep rooted feelings for Bunny.

Laugh out loud serial killer shenangans

I devoured this book it was full of amazing banter, angst, and crazy situations that you just can't imagine but live for. I was laughing out loud and my heart broke a few times even though some tears came. The narration was perfection and they embodied the characters fully. Bunny has been through a lot her husband was abusive and when he took things too far she ends up unaliving him. Hunter who has become her best friend the man she wants but can't have helped her hide the truth. Hunter has been in love with Bunny for years but wont give into her until she gives him her whole heart, which she has locked behind a brick wall. They have incredible chemistry but she is determined to make him break by dating in front of him while he is stubborn and holds back. He tries everything to get her to admit her feelings, she is scared to make the same mistakes she did with her husband and refuses to give in. Hunter would give her the world if she would just admit it. When he gives in one night as a one time goodbye the situation changes. Hunter is all in while the hormones running through Bunny makes her quick to snap and jealousy takes her over. Just when you think they have finally found their HEA the twist comes and secrets are revealed and your heart breaks while you read. The story is fast paced and full of angst, twists, fun loving serial killer friends, road trip shenanigans and so much more. You can't help but fall in love with these two and i can't wait for the next book.

Absolutely entertaining

Dark Romance
Second Chance
Workplace
Touch her and die
Surprise pregnancy
Friends to lovers
Dual POV - 1st person

Duet narration - Shiloh James & Gabriel Spires
Such great narrators they both did a fantastic job

Book #2 Serial Killers Book Club series

Bunny is best friends with Dove the babydoll killer and she is also a serial unaliver. Surviving an abusive marriage she is now strong, independant, and fiesty! I love Bunny and Dove so much. Bunny has this on/off relationship with the detective that is actively trying to take down The babydoll killer and the Siren killer. Hunter has been in love with Bunny since the first time they meet years ago when she was his contact on a case. It was love at first lap dance and he refuses to give up on making Bunny his.

Bunny has a past and it holds her back. She doesn't want to get hurt again by giving her heart, mind, body, and soul to a man. Though she knows Hunter is nothing liker her husband she can't get let her walls down.

Overall, this was such a good book. Dare I say I liked it even more than Dolls & Daggers... The story is interesting and keeps you entertained the entire time. The narrators are perfect picks to play these characters. D.L. Darby has giving us a book that has humor, strong female MC's, spice, and an HEA! Can't wait for book 3!