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The People Next Door
Twenty years ago, Jen’s sister disappeared. Now, she’s looking for answers.
Jen Silver has moved to a new neighborhood in affluent, suburban Pennsylvania with her partner, Dan, and her daughter. It’s a picture-perfect neighborhood where the residents hang out on each other’s patios drinking margaritas on warm summer nights. They eagerly welcome Jen and her family.
But Jen isn’t who they think she is.
Dan doesn’t know the truth either.
Jen has spent her life trying to find out what happened to her sister. She’s chosen this community for a reason — because Dan has his own connection to the neighborhood and a past he thought was long-buried.
As Jen pieces together the events of twenty years ago, someone is determined to keep the facts from coming to light. But secrets always come out and sometimes, the worst truths lie close to home . . .
Jen Silver has moved to a new neighborhood in affluent, suburban Pennsylvania with her partner, Dan, and her daughter. It’s a picture-perfect neighborhood where the residents hang out on each other’s patios drinking margaritas on warm summer nights. They eagerly welcome Jen and her family.
But Jen isn’t who they think she is.
Dan doesn’t know the truth either.
Jen has spent her life trying to find out what happened to her sister. She’s chosen this community for a reason — because Dan has his own connection to the neighborhood and a past he thought was long-buried.
As Jen pieces together the events of twenty years ago, someone is determined to keep the facts from coming to light. But secrets always come out and sometimes, the worst truths lie close to home . . .
318 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 2, 2025
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Kate Braithwaite
7 books137 followersKate Braithwaite is the author of four historical novels based on true but overlooked events. “Charlatan” tells the story of Madame de Montespan and the Affair of the Poisons in 17th Century Paris. “The Plot” features Titus Oates’ Popish Plot, a scandal that earns him a place as one of Britain’s top 10 villains. “The Puzzle of Nellie Bly” explores the exploits of a ground-breaking female journalist going undercover in a 19th Century New York lunatic asylum. “The Scandalous Life of Nancy Randolph” reveals a shocking rupture between two very different sisters in late 18th century Virginia.
Originally from Scotland, Kate studied English at Leeds University and has subsequently lived in Canada and the US. She is the author of Sis-Stories, a Substack publication all about sisters in history and fiction, and an editor for the Historical Novel Society. Kate and her family live in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Originally from Scotland, Kate studied English at Leeds University and has subsequently lived in Canada and the US. She is the author of Sis-Stories, a Substack publication all about sisters in history and fiction, and an editor for the Historical Novel Society. Kate and her family live in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
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April 24, 2025
I found this to be a good premise but the execution was a little flawed. there were so many different points of view and different timelines that sometimes I became confused.
April 9, 2025
Thank you to Zooloo’s Book Tours for inviting me on this exciting book tour! This is the first book I've read by this author, and I was genuinely impressed by her writing!
Can you imagine spending twenty years haunted by your sister's disappearance? That’s been Jen's life, but she has a plan. It might seem a bit wild, but if I were in her shoes, I could see myself doing something similar.
Jen and her daughter move to a charming and friendly neighborhood in Pennsylvania with her fiancé, Dan. This neighborhood is so welcoming that I wanted to join the women for drinks! It was Jen's idea to move, and I found it a little strange that Dan remained completely unaware of the reason behind their move and Jen's secrets, but some men are clueless!
This thriller is full of exciting surprises! It kept me guessing for the most part, but I did manage to predict one of the twists. No worries, there were plenty of other surprises that kept me on my toes. These characters are so well-written that you'll have fun determining who can be trusted.
The suspense, surprising revelations, and even a few sincere moments will pull you into this wild ride!
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Can you imagine spending twenty years haunted by your sister's disappearance? That’s been Jen's life, but she has a plan. It might seem a bit wild, but if I were in her shoes, I could see myself doing something similar.
Jen and her daughter move to a charming and friendly neighborhood in Pennsylvania with her fiancé, Dan. This neighborhood is so welcoming that I wanted to join the women for drinks! It was Jen's idea to move, and I found it a little strange that Dan remained completely unaware of the reason behind their move and Jen's secrets, but some men are clueless!
This thriller is full of exciting surprises! It kept me guessing for the most part, but I did manage to predict one of the twists. No worries, there were plenty of other surprises that kept me on my toes. These characters are so well-written that you'll have fun determining who can be trusted.
The suspense, surprising revelations, and even a few sincere moments will pull you into this wild ride!
#ThePeopleNextDoor #KateBraithwaite #ZooloosBookTours #LumeBooks #NetGalley
#ARC #capcut #lefttoread #reader #read #honestreview #thriller #bookreviewer #thrillerbooklovers #thepulse #thrillerobsessedbookishclub #lovetoread #lovebooks #booknerd #readaholic #bookstagrammer #booktok #bookish
March 16, 2025
If you're seeking a novel that will grip you from the first page and leave you questioning everything by the end, this is the book for you. From the moment you start reading this book, you'll find yourself immersed in a story full of twists, tension, and revelations that linger long after you've turned the final page.
The narrative masterfully weaves together themes of family trauma, small-town dynamics, and the weight of a damaged reputation — one that haunts a family for generations. As the plot unfolds, you may find yourself wondering what exactly is happening beneath the surface, only to discover that the more you uncover, the darker the truth becomes.
What makes this book especially compelling is its richly drawn characters. Each one is carefully developed, with their own complexities and motivations, creating a deeply layered story that invites reflection. The moral of the story is particularly striking — reminding us that truth and perspective are never as simple as they seem, and that the past has a way of shaping both our present and future.
The novel also explores powerful themes of parenthood — how our experiences, for better or worse, influence the way we raise our children. As one memorable quote beautifully puts it:
"Who can have a child without looking back at the past? Don't we tend to parent as we were parented? Or as we wish we'd been parented?"
This poignant reflection underscores the story's emotional depth and highlights its timeless relevance.
With its gripping plot, emotional complexity, and unforgettable characters, this book is sure to resonate with readers long after they've finished it. It’s a thought-provoking journey that will stay with you — a story that will truly live rent-free in your mind for a long time. I highly recommend adding this unforgettable read to your list.
The narrative masterfully weaves together themes of family trauma, small-town dynamics, and the weight of a damaged reputation — one that haunts a family for generations. As the plot unfolds, you may find yourself wondering what exactly is happening beneath the surface, only to discover that the more you uncover, the darker the truth becomes.
What makes this book especially compelling is its richly drawn characters. Each one is carefully developed, with their own complexities and motivations, creating a deeply layered story that invites reflection. The moral of the story is particularly striking — reminding us that truth and perspective are never as simple as they seem, and that the past has a way of shaping both our present and future.
The novel also explores powerful themes of parenthood — how our experiences, for better or worse, influence the way we raise our children. As one memorable quote beautifully puts it:
"Who can have a child without looking back at the past? Don't we tend to parent as we were parented? Or as we wish we'd been parented?"
This poignant reflection underscores the story's emotional depth and highlights its timeless relevance.
With its gripping plot, emotional complexity, and unforgettable characters, this book is sure to resonate with readers long after they've finished it. It’s a thought-provoking journey that will stay with you — a story that will truly live rent-free in your mind for a long time. I highly recommend adding this unforgettable read to your list.
April 19, 2025
I love domestic thrillers that deal with suburbia and its hidden dark secrets, and that's exactly what this is. The gradual revelations kept me hooked and guessing at the mystery of who the new neighbors were. Explosive twists and gripping suspense. I gobbled this book up.
March 8, 2025
When I received this book, I was intrigued by the write up and was extremely keen to get stuck in. It is a gripping read right from the very beginning, and I found myself being drawn into the story. It started off as a charming narrative about a family moving into a new home and getting to know their neighbours. It is a tight-knit community which appears to be very friendly and welcoming, and Jen feels very much at home and hopes that her daughter, Nina will settle in well. She is invited to a social gathering so that she can be properly introduced and that is when things start to take an interesting turn. It appears that Jen’s intention is deception as she answers the many inevitable questions, and we start to learn that things are not entirely as they seem. Throughout the story the chapters alternate between various characters, telling the stories and gradually the psychological and emotional point of this novel comes to the fore. The author has carefully plotted her way through, keeping a lot of things hidden which are slowly revealed and the truth is dark and horrifying. The characters move from being agreeable to somewhat worrying and almost everyone appears to have some dark past that slowly becomes apparent. As we move towards the end and the whole truth seems to have been uncovered, we feel that there is an element of justice that has been delivered, and that closure has been reached. Or has it? There surely must be one last twist to come, and it certainly surprises the reader. All in all, this is an exceedingly interesting and gripping read with enough twists to make you dizzy and enough tension to keep you reading. Thank you to Joffe Books for sending me a copy – I really enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone who likes a tense psychological thriller.
February 22, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley for providing a free ebook copy in exchange for an honest review. This book will be released April 2, 2025.
Ahhhh!!!! Incredible read!! This fast paced thriller gripped me right away! I was so intrigued to keep turning the pages and get all the answers! I was pretty sure I had it all figured out early on, but there were definitely more (unexpected) twists! This is one of those thrillers for me that all of the characters are pretty horrible but it’s such a captivating read! I will for sure be reading more from this author in the future if she continues writing thrillers! It looks like all of her other books so far are historical fiction/mystery. (PLEASEEEEEE WRITE MORE THRILLERS SIMILAR TO THIS!)
This is DEFINITELY one I think you’ll LOVE as well if you enjoy Freida McFadden books & similar authors!!
Ahhhh!!!! Incredible read!! This fast paced thriller gripped me right away! I was so intrigued to keep turning the pages and get all the answers! I was pretty sure I had it all figured out early on, but there were definitely more (unexpected) twists! This is one of those thrillers for me that all of the characters are pretty horrible but it’s such a captivating read! I will for sure be reading more from this author in the future if she continues writing thrillers! It looks like all of her other books so far are historical fiction/mystery. (PLEASEEEEEE WRITE MORE THRILLERS SIMILAR TO THIS!)
This is DEFINITELY one I think you’ll LOVE as well if you enjoy Freida McFadden books & similar authors!!
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March 2, 2025The People Next-Door by Kate Braithwait, when the book begins we meet Jen she has recently moved into a posh exclusive neighborhood with Dr. Dan her boyfriend and daughter Nina and from the start we know she has ulterior motives for being with Dr. Dan and in that neighborhood throughout the book she’s in contact with her “mom“ Jocelyn who tells her to set up scenarios to get the neighbor Natalie and sometimes Doctor Dan hoping for a certain outcome. throughout the book we get to know the neighbors and their own problems. We’re also treated to another point of view from the past with Saul Geneva and Jocelyn where Saul’s daughter Lynette goes missing and soon found dead and due to the families reputation as religious nuts it’s pretty much blown off as a runaway and then a suicide. The only problem is Jocelyn wants to know what happened to 17 year-old Lynette and will stop it nothing to learn the truth.. they say the rain washes everything clean but in this case it will take a thunderstorm and all their secrets come out. let me say I read half of this book and put it away to start another one and went back to it and I am so glad I did there is a reason they say you should read a whole book before judging it and this is a great example of that because the ending of this book really made me like this story a lot! I thought I knew what happened but OMG there was so much more to know. I really enjoyed this thriller and although I love the authors historical books I can honestly say I would read another thriller by her in a heartbeat. So so good and so worth reading.#NetGalley,#JaffieBooks, #TheBlindReviewer, #MyHonestReview,#KateBraithwait, #ThePeopleNext-door,
April 17, 2025
The premise of the story was interesting enough but it just didn’t hold me throughout. I found it easy to put down the book and do other things so that it took me longer to finish the book that it should have.
The resolution of the main storyline just wasn’t riveting or shocking to me.
The drama on the street seemed more interesting and none of that was resolved. Several of those storylines were thrown in and never addressed. It felt like page filler. This would have been better without all those random and irrelevant stories.
Overall this just wasn’t one I loved though I can see that many people will enjoy it.
The resolution of the main storyline just wasn’t riveting or shocking to me.
The drama on the street seemed more interesting and none of that was resolved. Several of those storylines were thrown in and never addressed. It felt like page filler. This would have been better without all those random and irrelevant stories.
Overall this just wasn’t one I loved though I can see that many people will enjoy it.
April 2, 2025
The People Next Door by Kate Braithwaite is a compelling psychological thriller that explores the themes of guilt, secrets and the intricacies of family.
When Jen moves to an upscale neighborhood in Pennsylvania with her husband Dan and her daughter Nina, she thinks that she has finally found her place. But Jen's motives for moving into this particular neighborhood are not as straightforward as she would like it to seem. That's because she is convinced that someone in her new neighborhood had something to do with her sister's death years ago. She plans to investigate and unmask the perpetrator but what happens if she digs too deep and uncovers a truth that she is not ready to face?
This book was so hard to put down once I started reading it!! So many suspects, secrets, and deceit, I was so invested in trying to figure out the big reveal. The more I read, the more secrets came out that had me second guessing myself. I liked the multiple POVs which gave readers a chance to explore the motivations of the characters. The pacing worked really well with this thriller, more of a slow burn but it was rich with tension and character building. Overall I would definitely recommend this thriller!!
Thank you to NetGalley, Kate Braithwaite, and Joffe Books/ Lume Books for this ARC!! Publication date is April 2nd 2025.
When Jen moves to an upscale neighborhood in Pennsylvania with her husband Dan and her daughter Nina, she thinks that she has finally found her place. But Jen's motives for moving into this particular neighborhood are not as straightforward as she would like it to seem. That's because she is convinced that someone in her new neighborhood had something to do with her sister's death years ago. She plans to investigate and unmask the perpetrator but what happens if she digs too deep and uncovers a truth that she is not ready to face?
This book was so hard to put down once I started reading it!! So many suspects, secrets, and deceit, I was so invested in trying to figure out the big reveal. The more I read, the more secrets came out that had me second guessing myself. I liked the multiple POVs which gave readers a chance to explore the motivations of the characters. The pacing worked really well with this thriller, more of a slow burn but it was rich with tension and character building. Overall I would definitely recommend this thriller!!
Thank you to NetGalley, Kate Braithwaite, and Joffe Books/ Lume Books for this ARC!! Publication date is April 2nd 2025.
April 8, 2025
This book hooks you right away & keeps you engrossed all the way to the end! The characters are well-drawn & you can’t wait to see what they’re going to do next. This fast-paced thriller will not disappoint!!
April 1, 2025
The People Next Door was brilliant. It’s told from multiple viewpoints over two timelines. This can at times be a bit confusing initially, and I had to look back to remember who was ‘speaking’. Now and twenty years ago (when Jen’s sister Lynette went missing), we hear from Jen, current partner Dan, Lynette’s friend Natalie, and Aunt Jocelyn who everyone thinks is Jen’s mum. Jen’s ex is journalist Booker, who is Nina’s dad. He’s probably the only one without a troubled background.
I must at this point mention Jocelyn. What a woman, and I don’t mean that in a good way. She’s creepy, controlling, coercive, self-centred, intimidating – need I say more, She’s one of my favourite ‘villains’ ever in a book. Some readers may not even think of her as a villain, they may find her actions justified (I sincerely hope not). Personally I would be scared to be in the same room with her staring at me, and I definitely wouldn’t accept a drink she’d made. The one thing that Jocelyn banks on is that no-one will recognise her from before. Big mistake. Someone is bound to. Some people just don’t change that much.
At first I didn’t really understand what was going on or what the relationship was between Jen and Jocelyn, or why Natalie is so key to Jen’s sister’s disappearance. Slowly but surely secrets start to emerge. We learn about Jen’s dad leaving, her mum Sal (Jocelyn’s sister), her grandparents, and all the other goings on, and the people in Ithaca, where they lived twenty years ago.
My only criticism of the book would be around Dan. I just can’t see him as a neurosurgeon. He seems too dumb. And then there’s his relationship with Jen. I totally understand how she’s been bullied by Jocelyn’s obsession with finding out what really happened to her sister’s daughter, but to be pushed into a relationship with Dan seems a step too far. Or maybe not as you get further into the story. Nothing is out of bounds.
Many thanks to @ZooloosBT for inviting me to be part of this blog tour.
I must at this point mention Jocelyn. What a woman, and I don’t mean that in a good way. She’s creepy, controlling, coercive, self-centred, intimidating – need I say more, She’s one of my favourite ‘villains’ ever in a book. Some readers may not even think of her as a villain, they may find her actions justified (I sincerely hope not). Personally I would be scared to be in the same room with her staring at me, and I definitely wouldn’t accept a drink she’d made. The one thing that Jocelyn banks on is that no-one will recognise her from before. Big mistake. Someone is bound to. Some people just don’t change that much.
At first I didn’t really understand what was going on or what the relationship was between Jen and Jocelyn, or why Natalie is so key to Jen’s sister’s disappearance. Slowly but surely secrets start to emerge. We learn about Jen’s dad leaving, her mum Sal (Jocelyn’s sister), her grandparents, and all the other goings on, and the people in Ithaca, where they lived twenty years ago.
My only criticism of the book would be around Dan. I just can’t see him as a neurosurgeon. He seems too dumb. And then there’s his relationship with Jen. I totally understand how she’s been bullied by Jocelyn’s obsession with finding out what really happened to her sister’s daughter, but to be pushed into a relationship with Dan seems a step too far. Or maybe not as you get further into the story. Nothing is out of bounds.
Many thanks to @ZooloosBT for inviting me to be part of this blog tour.
April 10, 2025
This was my first read by this author and as much as I didn't knowquite what to expect - I could just tell from the cover, title and tags that this was going to be right up my street!
I love a good psychological thriller and this one had me hooked right from the start!
What looked like the perfect neighbourhood for Jen and her family to move into, soon turned sinister as the story unfolds and they start to uncover the secrets held there.
This is told via many different pov's and across timelines too and it was quite complex to follow.
I think this helped in keeping us confused about who to trust and which stories were reliable.
This definitely kept me guessing throughout and I kept coming up with different theories and suspects - only for more information to be revealed, which had me questioning myself again.
I didn't totally love any of the characters and felt a sense of unease with all of them at different times.
With Jen coming into the neighbourhood with an agenda, that also made me worry about how things might play out over time.
This was a super fast-paced read and I couldn't put this down!
Packed with twists and turns and extra snippets of information coming to light, this held my attention right to the end!
A great first read and I look forward to more in the future.
I love a good psychological thriller and this one had me hooked right from the start!
What looked like the perfect neighbourhood for Jen and her family to move into, soon turned sinister as the story unfolds and they start to uncover the secrets held there.
This is told via many different pov's and across timelines too and it was quite complex to follow.
I think this helped in keeping us confused about who to trust and which stories were reliable.
This definitely kept me guessing throughout and I kept coming up with different theories and suspects - only for more information to be revealed, which had me questioning myself again.
I didn't totally love any of the characters and felt a sense of unease with all of them at different times.
With Jen coming into the neighbourhood with an agenda, that also made me worry about how things might play out over time.
This was a super fast-paced read and I couldn't put this down!
Packed with twists and turns and extra snippets of information coming to light, this held my attention right to the end!
A great first read and I look forward to more in the future.
April 6, 2025
This is an entirely different kind of thriller... you already know the main character isn't what she portrays, but you just don't know how all the pieces join together in the jigsaw...
We follow Jen as she moves to a new house with her partner and child and meets her neighbours.
Her neighbours are also harbouring secrets, though, and it's up to Jen to work out what those are...
This is a very cleverly written book.
Having the main character as the one who isn't as she seems, was a breathe of fresh air in comparison to most thrillers where you and the main character have to work out the other characters, like a strange game of literature Cluedo!
Jen was a complex character, and if I'm honest, I worked out who she was pretty early on in the story, but this is just me. Learning about historical events and what actually happened to Jen was fascinating, though, and drew you into the story.
Katie switches between past and present timelines in this book and also POVs, so you, as the reader, are always getting the deepest, darkest insights into different character minds.
This is definitely one for thriller lovers, and if that's you, then you need to give this one a go!
We follow Jen as she moves to a new house with her partner and child and meets her neighbours.
Her neighbours are also harbouring secrets, though, and it's up to Jen to work out what those are...
This is a very cleverly written book.
Having the main character as the one who isn't as she seems, was a breathe of fresh air in comparison to most thrillers where you and the main character have to work out the other characters, like a strange game of literature Cluedo!
Jen was a complex character, and if I'm honest, I worked out who she was pretty early on in the story, but this is just me. Learning about historical events and what actually happened to Jen was fascinating, though, and drew you into the story.
Katie switches between past and present timelines in this book and also POVs, so you, as the reader, are always getting the deepest, darkest insights into different character minds.
This is definitely one for thriller lovers, and if that's you, then you need to give this one a go!
March 16, 2025
A lot is going on in The People Next Door. Lies, deceptions, and deep-buried secrets.
Jen Silver moves into an affluent neighbourhood in Pennsylvania with her daughter and current partner, Dan. The neighbours all seem to be friendly and gather at one another's houses for weekend drinks and snacks.
But Jen had a motive for moving here, one that her partner doesn't know about.
The author tells the book from multiple points of view, with each person's chapter written in the first person. I like that in a book.
I didn't see the ending coming, although I suspected something would be revealed.
Overall, it was well-written and I'll be looking for more books by this author.
Jen Silver moves into an affluent neighbourhood in Pennsylvania with her daughter and current partner, Dan. The neighbours all seem to be friendly and gather at one another's houses for weekend drinks and snacks.
But Jen had a motive for moving here, one that her partner doesn't know about.
The author tells the book from multiple points of view, with each person's chapter written in the first person. I like that in a book.
I didn't see the ending coming, although I suspected something would be revealed.
Overall, it was well-written and I'll be looking for more books by this author.
April 3, 2025
This book was absolutely WILD! Jen, her daughter Nina and her partner Dan move into a new neighborhood and make friends withe moms in the neighborhoods but Jen had a secret... read to find out what that secret is. This book gripped me from the beginning and didn't let me go till I read the last final sentence. It was full of twists and turns that had me gasping out loud. My mouth slammed the ground HARD once I reached the final conclusion.
April 5, 2025
What a gripping plot line! It reminded me of Big Little Lies with Desperate Housewives vibes. I really enjoyed reading how the storyline unwound itself bringing past to present. I was really hoping Jen got the happy ending she wanted despite everything she was doing. The characters were well written and I was fascinated by them. It was a fantastic read and I will be on the lookout for more by this author in the future.
March 30, 2025
The People Next Door by Kate Braithwaite is one of those psychological thrillers that gets under your skin and doesn’t let go. From the very first page, I was drawn into the web of secrets and lies surrounding Jen, a woman searching for answers about her sister’s mysterious disappearance two decades ago. As Jen settles into a seemingly perfect suburban neighborhood, Braithwaite masterfully builds an atmosphere of tension and unease, making you question every character and every interaction.
What really stood out to me about this novel was how it kept me constantly second-guessing what was real and what wasn’t. As the story unfolded, I found myself wondering whether I could trust any of the characters, and just when I thought I had a handle on things, the truth turned out to be darker and more twisted than I could have imagined. The way Braithwaite layered the story with clues and misdirection was brilliant, and I loved how every discovery only seemed to raise more questions. There’s a sense of dread that builds as you realize just how deep the deception runs—and how little anyone can be trusted.
The pacing of the novel was perfectly balanced, too. It’s not a fast-paced thriller with constant twists, but rather a slow burn that gradually ramps up the suspense. The steady unfolding of Jen’s investigation, combined with the eerie atmosphere of the small-town setting, created a feeling of claustrophobia that had me turning pages late into the night. I really appreciated how Braithwaite took her time with the character development and the backstory, which made the eventual revelations all the more impactful.
The characters themselves are richly drawn and incredibly complex. Jen, in particular, is a character I won’t forget anytime soon. Her emotional journey felt so real and raw, and I could feel her frustration and determination as she dug deeper into her sister’s disappearance, all while trying to navigate her new life with Dan and their daughter. The relationships between the characters—especially the tension between Jen and Dan—were nuanced and emotionally charged. I found myself rooting for Jen, even as I started to question her actions and motivations.
The book’s exploration of family trauma, especially within the context of a small-town community, was haunting. The sense of everyone knowing everyone else’s business—or pretending they don’t—added a layer of intrigue that kept me hooked. And then there’s the chilling atmosphere. Braithwaite does a fantastic job of creating a psychological thriller that feels ice-cold, even when the sun is shining in this “perfect” neighborhood. The underlying darkness in the community’s seemingly idyllic façade is palpable throughout the story, and I loved how Braithwaite used that to her advantage.
The People Next Door is a twisty, immersive thriller that will keep you on edge from start to finish. It’s a slow-burn mystery that gradually builds suspense, with richly complex characters and a setting that’s as suffocating as it is compelling. If you’re a fan of atmospheric thrillers, emotional complexity, and shocking revelations, this one is definitely worth picking up. It’s a book that lingers long after you’ve finished reading, and I’ll be thinking about it for a while.
What really stood out to me about this novel was how it kept me constantly second-guessing what was real and what wasn’t. As the story unfolded, I found myself wondering whether I could trust any of the characters, and just when I thought I had a handle on things, the truth turned out to be darker and more twisted than I could have imagined. The way Braithwaite layered the story with clues and misdirection was brilliant, and I loved how every discovery only seemed to raise more questions. There’s a sense of dread that builds as you realize just how deep the deception runs—and how little anyone can be trusted.
The pacing of the novel was perfectly balanced, too. It’s not a fast-paced thriller with constant twists, but rather a slow burn that gradually ramps up the suspense. The steady unfolding of Jen’s investigation, combined with the eerie atmosphere of the small-town setting, created a feeling of claustrophobia that had me turning pages late into the night. I really appreciated how Braithwaite took her time with the character development and the backstory, which made the eventual revelations all the more impactful.
The characters themselves are richly drawn and incredibly complex. Jen, in particular, is a character I won’t forget anytime soon. Her emotional journey felt so real and raw, and I could feel her frustration and determination as she dug deeper into her sister’s disappearance, all while trying to navigate her new life with Dan and their daughter. The relationships between the characters—especially the tension between Jen and Dan—were nuanced and emotionally charged. I found myself rooting for Jen, even as I started to question her actions and motivations.
The book’s exploration of family trauma, especially within the context of a small-town community, was haunting. The sense of everyone knowing everyone else’s business—or pretending they don’t—added a layer of intrigue that kept me hooked. And then there’s the chilling atmosphere. Braithwaite does a fantastic job of creating a psychological thriller that feels ice-cold, even when the sun is shining in this “perfect” neighborhood. The underlying darkness in the community’s seemingly idyllic façade is palpable throughout the story, and I loved how Braithwaite used that to her advantage.
The People Next Door is a twisty, immersive thriller that will keep you on edge from start to finish. It’s a slow-burn mystery that gradually builds suspense, with richly complex characters and a setting that’s as suffocating as it is compelling. If you’re a fan of atmospheric thrillers, emotional complexity, and shocking revelations, this one is definitely worth picking up. It’s a book that lingers long after you’ve finished reading, and I’ll be thinking about it for a while.
April 9, 2025
Here is my review for The People Next Door by Kate Braithwaite
I really enjoyed reading this great psychological thriller which drew me in from the very first page. It was a gripping read and I found I got so invested with wanting to know what was going to happen next that I couldn’t put the book down. It was full of tension, suspense and built on lies. Just what did happen twenty years ago with Jen’s sister? Will she find out the truth? The story is superbly written and planned out. It was really well plotted and thought out. The characters had been well thought out and played their parts well. The author had a great idea and wrote it into a fantastic thriller that had me hooked. I liked the author’s writing style and it was an easy reading style as well. I liked the storyline which drew me to reading the book in the first place. I loved reading this story and would eagerly read another psychological thriller by this author.
Blurb :
How well do you really know your neighbors?
Jen Silver has just moved to an affluent suburb in Pennsylvania with her partner, Dan, and their daughter. It’s a picture-perfect neighborhood where residents hang out on each other’s patios sipping margaritas on warm summer nights. Jen and her family blend effortlessly into the close-knit community.
But Jen isn’t who they think she is.
Twenty years ago, Jen’s sister vanished without a trace. She’s spent her life chasing the truth — and she didn’t choose this community for its safety or its excellent schools.
Jen moved here for answers.
She knows the truth is here but as Jen pieces together the events of twenty years ago, someone is determined to keep the facts from coming to light.
But secrets never stay hidden forever. And the most dangerous truths lie close to home . . .
This tense psychological suspense novel packed full of family secrets is perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, Dandy Smith, A. R. Torres and Liane Moriarty.
I really enjoyed reading this great psychological thriller which drew me in from the very first page. It was a gripping read and I found I got so invested with wanting to know what was going to happen next that I couldn’t put the book down. It was full of tension, suspense and built on lies. Just what did happen twenty years ago with Jen’s sister? Will she find out the truth? The story is superbly written and planned out. It was really well plotted and thought out. The characters had been well thought out and played their parts well. The author had a great idea and wrote it into a fantastic thriller that had me hooked. I liked the author’s writing style and it was an easy reading style as well. I liked the storyline which drew me to reading the book in the first place. I loved reading this story and would eagerly read another psychological thriller by this author.
Blurb :
How well do you really know your neighbors?
Jen Silver has just moved to an affluent suburb in Pennsylvania with her partner, Dan, and their daughter. It’s a picture-perfect neighborhood where residents hang out on each other’s patios sipping margaritas on warm summer nights. Jen and her family blend effortlessly into the close-knit community.
But Jen isn’t who they think she is.
Twenty years ago, Jen’s sister vanished without a trace. She’s spent her life chasing the truth — and she didn’t choose this community for its safety or its excellent schools.
Jen moved here for answers.
She knows the truth is here but as Jen pieces together the events of twenty years ago, someone is determined to keep the facts from coming to light.
But secrets never stay hidden forever. And the most dangerous truths lie close to home . . .
This tense psychological suspense novel packed full of family secrets is perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, Dandy Smith, A. R. Torres and Liane Moriarty.
October 4, 2025
Thanks to the Joffe Books and Netgalley for this eARC.
Kate Braithwaite, known for her historical fiction rooted in overlooked truths, pivots deftly into domestic suspense with The People Next Door, a taut psychological thriller that probes the fault lines between memory, identity, and suburban serenity.
Jen Silver moves with her partner and daughter to a picture-perfect Pennsylvania suburb, where margaritas flow and neighbors mingle on manicured patios. But Jen isn’t just seeking a fresh start—she’s chasing ghosts. Twenty years ago, her sister vanished without a trace, and Jen believes the answers lie disturbingly close to home.
Braithwaite structures the novel with dual timelines and multiple points of view, weaving past trauma with present tension. The narrative unfolds slowly, almost deceptively, as Jen’s investigation into her sister’s disappearance collides with the secrets of her new neighbors. The pacing may test impatient readers, but the payoff is a chilling final twist that reframes everything.
Jen is a compelling protagonist—resilient, haunted, and morally complex. Her daughter adds emotional texture, while the neighborhood ensemble evokes both charm and menace. Braithwaite explores themes of familial loyalty, buried trauma, and the masks we wear in polite society. The novel’s title becomes increasingly ironic as the story reveals how little we truly know about those closest to us.
The People Next Door is a meditation on grief, memory, and the dangerous allure of closure. Fans of Liane Moriarty and Claire Douglas will appreciate its domestic unease and emotional depth. Braithwaite proves she can pivot genres without losing her signature insight into human complexity.
Kate Braithwaite, known for her historical fiction rooted in overlooked truths, pivots deftly into domestic suspense with The People Next Door, a taut psychological thriller that probes the fault lines between memory, identity, and suburban serenity.
Jen Silver moves with her partner and daughter to a picture-perfect Pennsylvania suburb, where margaritas flow and neighbors mingle on manicured patios. But Jen isn’t just seeking a fresh start—she’s chasing ghosts. Twenty years ago, her sister vanished without a trace, and Jen believes the answers lie disturbingly close to home.
Braithwaite structures the novel with dual timelines and multiple points of view, weaving past trauma with present tension. The narrative unfolds slowly, almost deceptively, as Jen’s investigation into her sister’s disappearance collides with the secrets of her new neighbors. The pacing may test impatient readers, but the payoff is a chilling final twist that reframes everything.
Jen is a compelling protagonist—resilient, haunted, and morally complex. Her daughter adds emotional texture, while the neighborhood ensemble evokes both charm and menace. Braithwaite explores themes of familial loyalty, buried trauma, and the masks we wear in polite society. The novel’s title becomes increasingly ironic as the story reveals how little we truly know about those closest to us.
The People Next Door is a meditation on grief, memory, and the dangerous allure of closure. Fans of Liane Moriarty and Claire Douglas will appreciate its domestic unease and emotional depth. Braithwaite proves she can pivot genres without losing her signature insight into human complexity.
April 2, 2025
Want a great whodunit?
Looking for a good mystery? Check out this book "The People Next Door" by Kate Braithwaite. It's one of those books that keeps you guessing . In some ways it felt like I was consuming a delicious meal that I didn't want to finish. I actually did take a lot longer to complete this book than I usually do since I was cherishing each chapter.
I have to admit when I first started reading this book I did not know what to expect. This was a new author for me.
Although she had written many books previously most were historical novels. This book was different for her and on reading the description it definately sounded like something I would enjoy.
It was touted to be a psychological thriller so I was sure that I would not be disappointed and I wasn't at all.
The story revolved around a missing person the older sister of the protagonist and the mystery of what had happened to her 20 years in the past .
In a way it was detective story without any real detectives. This young woman and her aunt were their own sleuths and the way they went about it was so creative and fascinating there were days I had trouble taking breaks in the reading when I had to .
The Author did a great job of bringing all the characters and scenery to life and in exploring their lives as well as connecting them all together.
I thank Netgalley and the publisher Joffe Books for letting me be an ARC reader for this book. I have really enjoyed it and highly recommend it to others looking for a good psychological thriller or mystery book.
I give it 4 stars
#netgalley #joffebooks #ThePeopleNextDoor
Looking for a good mystery? Check out this book "The People Next Door" by Kate Braithwaite. It's one of those books that keeps you guessing . In some ways it felt like I was consuming a delicious meal that I didn't want to finish. I actually did take a lot longer to complete this book than I usually do since I was cherishing each chapter.
I have to admit when I first started reading this book I did not know what to expect. This was a new author for me.
Although she had written many books previously most were historical novels. This book was different for her and on reading the description it definately sounded like something I would enjoy.
It was touted to be a psychological thriller so I was sure that I would not be disappointed and I wasn't at all.
The story revolved around a missing person the older sister of the protagonist and the mystery of what had happened to her 20 years in the past .
In a way it was detective story without any real detectives. This young woman and her aunt were their own sleuths and the way they went about it was so creative and fascinating there were days I had trouble taking breaks in the reading when I had to .
The Author did a great job of bringing all the characters and scenery to life and in exploring their lives as well as connecting them all together.
I thank Netgalley and the publisher Joffe Books for letting me be an ARC reader for this book. I have really enjoyed it and highly recommend it to others looking for a good psychological thriller or mystery book.
I give it 4 stars
#netgalley #joffebooks #ThePeopleNextDoor
March 10, 2025
Rating: 3.75★
In this gripping psychological thriller, Jen Silver relocates with her partner, Dan, and her daughter to an upscale neighborhood in suburban Pennsylvania. On the surface, it’s an idyllic community where neighbors gather for casual get-togethers, but Jen harbors a hidden agenda. Driven by the unresolved disappearance of her sister two decades earlier, Jen has chosen this neighborhood deliberately, suspecting that the truth she’s been seeking might be concealed among her new neighbors. As she delves deeper into the community’s secrets, Jen discovers that some residents are determined to keep the past buried, leading to a suspenseful narrative that keeps readers guessing until the shocking final twist.
Braithwaite masterfully crafts a tense atmosphere, intertwining Jen’s personal quest with the seemingly tranquil suburban setting. The characters are well-developed, each with their own complexities and hidden motives, adding depth to the story. The pacing is steady, gradually building suspense as Jen uncovers layers of deception. While some plot points may feel familiar to avid thriller readers, the execution and unexpected revelations make this novel a compelling read. Fans of domestic thrillers and stories about long-buried secrets resurfacing will find The People Next Door both engaging and satisfying.
Favorite Quote:
"my own thoughts became kind of a poison. I didn't deserve happiness when all day every day I pretend to be someone I wasn't. I felt unworthy."
In this gripping psychological thriller, Jen Silver relocates with her partner, Dan, and her daughter to an upscale neighborhood in suburban Pennsylvania. On the surface, it’s an idyllic community where neighbors gather for casual get-togethers, but Jen harbors a hidden agenda. Driven by the unresolved disappearance of her sister two decades earlier, Jen has chosen this neighborhood deliberately, suspecting that the truth she’s been seeking might be concealed among her new neighbors. As she delves deeper into the community’s secrets, Jen discovers that some residents are determined to keep the past buried, leading to a suspenseful narrative that keeps readers guessing until the shocking final twist.
Braithwaite masterfully crafts a tense atmosphere, intertwining Jen’s personal quest with the seemingly tranquil suburban setting. The characters are well-developed, each with their own complexities and hidden motives, adding depth to the story. The pacing is steady, gradually building suspense as Jen uncovers layers of deception. While some plot points may feel familiar to avid thriller readers, the execution and unexpected revelations make this novel a compelling read. Fans of domestic thrillers and stories about long-buried secrets resurfacing will find The People Next Door both engaging and satisfying.
Favorite Quote:
"my own thoughts became kind of a poison. I didn't deserve happiness when all day every day I pretend to be someone I wasn't. I felt unworthy."
April 2, 2025
Kate Braithwaite’s The People Next Door is a gripping psychological thriller that masterfully blends suburban suspense with a decades-old mystery. With its tense atmosphere, intricate plot, and shocking twists, this novel keeps readers on edge until the very last page.
Jen Silver appears to be just another new neighbor, settling into a picturesque Pennsylvania suburb with her partner, Dan, and their daughter. But behind the friendly smiles and margarita nights, Jen has a hidden agenda—she’s spent years searching for the truth about her sister’s disappearance. And she’s chosen this community for a reason. What starts as a quiet investigation soon turns into a dangerous game, as Jen realizes that someone in the neighborhood will do anything to keep the past buried.
Braithwaite expertly builds tension, weaving together past and present as Jen uncovers dark secrets lurking behind the manicured lawns and perfect facades. The suburban setting adds an eerie contrast to the novel’s underlying sense of danger, making every interaction feel laced with potential deception. The characters are layered and compelling, particularly Jen, whose determination and hidden past make her a fascinating protagonist.
For fans of Big Little Lies and The Girl on the Train, The People Next Door delivers a thrilling, twist-filled ride full of shocking revelations and psychological depth. Braithwaite has crafted a story that proves one terrifying truth—sometimes, the darkest secrets are the ones closest to home.
Jen Silver appears to be just another new neighbor, settling into a picturesque Pennsylvania suburb with her partner, Dan, and their daughter. But behind the friendly smiles and margarita nights, Jen has a hidden agenda—she’s spent years searching for the truth about her sister’s disappearance. And she’s chosen this community for a reason. What starts as a quiet investigation soon turns into a dangerous game, as Jen realizes that someone in the neighborhood will do anything to keep the past buried.
Braithwaite expertly builds tension, weaving together past and present as Jen uncovers dark secrets lurking behind the manicured lawns and perfect facades. The suburban setting adds an eerie contrast to the novel’s underlying sense of danger, making every interaction feel laced with potential deception. The characters are layered and compelling, particularly Jen, whose determination and hidden past make her a fascinating protagonist.
For fans of Big Little Lies and The Girl on the Train, The People Next Door delivers a thrilling, twist-filled ride full of shocking revelations and psychological depth. Braithwaite has crafted a story that proves one terrifying truth—sometimes, the darkest secrets are the ones closest to home.
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April 6, 2025
Jen Silver just moves into an affluent neighborhood with her daughter and boyfriend-but-claimed-as-husband for the sake of being well accepted into the community. She comes to live there with one single purpose, befriending a neighbor named Natalie to gain more info about what really happened to Jen’s sister twenty years ago. She keeps in touch regularly with a mysterious woman called Jocelyn who also poses as Jen’s mother in front of others. Well, maybe I should just stop here before revealing anything close to spoiler.
I love how mysterious the characters are in the early chapters, kinda expecting that the suspense will last until almost the end. The chapters alternate between present time and the past, slowly reveal what truly happens and who does what. Of all the characters introduced, my most favorite is Nina, Jen’s daughter - she is so kind, understanding, and not fussy like others, kinda wish I would be lucky enough to have a daughter like her. I think there are still places where the author can put more twists as audiences in this genre generally expect, especially for the side characters.
I recommend this book to readers looking for cozy whodunnit story.
Special thanks to Joffe Books for providing digital copy of this book for me via NetGalley to review. All opinions are honestly my own! :)
I love how mysterious the characters are in the early chapters, kinda expecting that the suspense will last until almost the end. The chapters alternate between present time and the past, slowly reveal what truly happens and who does what. Of all the characters introduced, my most favorite is Nina, Jen’s daughter - she is so kind, understanding, and not fussy like others, kinda wish I would be lucky enough to have a daughter like her. I think there are still places where the author can put more twists as audiences in this genre generally expect, especially for the side characters.
I recommend this book to readers looking for cozy whodunnit story.
Special thanks to Joffe Books for providing digital copy of this book for me via NetGalley to review. All opinions are honestly my own! :)
April 9, 2025
The People Next Door is a psychological thriller that follows Jen Silver as she moves into a suburban Pennsylvania neighborhood with her partner Dan and her daughter Nina. At first, this new life seems perfect, Jen meets her new neighbors, Nina makes friends with the local kids, and Dan is succeeding at work. However, Jen isn't here to live the idealistic suburban mom life - she wants/needs answers. Jen's sister disappeared years ago. Jen suspects both Dan and a new neighbor of harboring secrets about her sister's disappearance. What is Jen willing to sacrifice to find out the truth!? And what other secrets are being hidden amongst this "close-knit" neighborhood?
I really wanted to enjoy The People Next Door. The premise truly sounded promising. And, there were a few positives - I did finish the book because I really did want to know how everything fit together. With that said, a lot of the twists were quite predictable. While I didn't really like Jen as a character, I did appreciate having chapters from Jocelyn - thought they added to the narrative. My biggest issue with the book was the addition of the animal cruelty by the neighbor's kid. This in no way added to the plot and was extremely upsetting. There was also no conclusion to this storyline. Completely unnecessary! Overall, I just didn't enjoy The People Next Door.
I really wanted to enjoy The People Next Door. The premise truly sounded promising. And, there were a few positives - I did finish the book because I really did want to know how everything fit together. With that said, a lot of the twists were quite predictable. While I didn't really like Jen as a character, I did appreciate having chapters from Jocelyn - thought they added to the narrative. My biggest issue with the book was the addition of the animal cruelty by the neighbor's kid. This in no way added to the plot and was extremely upsetting. There was also no conclusion to this storyline. Completely unnecessary! Overall, I just didn't enjoy The People Next Door.
November 6, 2025
3.5 stars, rounded up. A pretty decent domestic thriller of the "affluent suburb with dark secrets" variety, but I'm a sucker for those. And not only was this one set in the Philadelphia area, where I currently live, but it also involves Rochester, NY, where I'm originally from, so that was a nice surprise.
The mystery itself was solid, with some good twists and a satisfying ending. But I have found that I prefer mysteries that have some meat to them - Ashley Winstead (In My Dreams I Hold a Knife, This Book Will Bury Me) is a great example - and this felt very surface-level. Except for unhinged, Machiavellian Jocelyn (who I actually liked quite a bit), the characters felt interchangeable, like they only existed to be pieces in a puzzle rather than fleshed-out people. Then there is a potentially compelling subplot involving a boy named Thomas that suddenly popped up in the final act, but really should have been developed throughout the course of the novel, especially since it helped establish a main theme and served as motivation for one of the main characters. Mostly, this is one of those books that's a good, fast read but also not particularly memorable.
The mystery itself was solid, with some good twists and a satisfying ending. But I have found that I prefer mysteries that have some meat to them - Ashley Winstead (In My Dreams I Hold a Knife, This Book Will Bury Me) is a great example - and this felt very surface-level. Except for unhinged, Machiavellian Jocelyn (who I actually liked quite a bit), the characters felt interchangeable, like they only existed to be pieces in a puzzle rather than fleshed-out people. Then there is a potentially compelling subplot involving a boy named Thomas that suddenly popped up in the final act, but really should have been developed throughout the course of the novel, especially since it helped establish a main theme and served as motivation for one of the main characters. Mostly, this is one of those books that's a good, fast read but also not particularly memorable.
March 23, 2025
A clever plot with a final shocking twist.
The story slips from the past to the present, each time revealing a little bit more of the characters and the back story. Twenty years ago, the dysfunctional Knox family suffered a great loss when the mother and father were found shot dead in an apparent suicide pact. The girls are left to fend for themselves, and life becomes more chaotic. The older girl Jocelyn takes charge but tragedy strikes again when Jocelyns' wayward niece, Lynette, goes missing.The police are not interested as the family are well-known trouble makers, and it's assumed that Lynnette has run off. Two months later, the girls body is found in a creek. Suicide is recorded, but Jocelyn is convinced that foul play is involved. Jocelyn is determined to discover the truth and wreak revenge on the perpetrators. After twenty years of bitterness, Jocelyn is ready, and her plan is put into action. Lynettes younger sister Genevieve, now known as Jen, is persuaded to go undercover into the community thought responsible to discover the truth. Shocking revelations gradually emerge, and unexpected twists make this book a real page turner!
The story slips from the past to the present, each time revealing a little bit more of the characters and the back story. Twenty years ago, the dysfunctional Knox family suffered a great loss when the mother and father were found shot dead in an apparent suicide pact. The girls are left to fend for themselves, and life becomes more chaotic. The older girl Jocelyn takes charge but tragedy strikes again when Jocelyns' wayward niece, Lynette, goes missing.The police are not interested as the family are well-known trouble makers, and it's assumed that Lynnette has run off. Two months later, the girls body is found in a creek. Suicide is recorded, but Jocelyn is convinced that foul play is involved. Jocelyn is determined to discover the truth and wreak revenge on the perpetrators. After twenty years of bitterness, Jocelyn is ready, and her plan is put into action. Lynettes younger sister Genevieve, now known as Jen, is persuaded to go undercover into the community thought responsible to discover the truth. Shocking revelations gradually emerge, and unexpected twists make this book a real page turner!
March 3, 2025
Three and a half stars rounded up. I picked Kate Braithwaite’s “The People Next Door” because I like domestic thrillers and this one sounded interesting. Jen Silver’s older sister, Lynette, disappeared years ago and was later found dead. Jen’s aunt, Jocelyn, has been convinced Lynette’s high school friends know more about what happened than they’ve said.
When the book begins, Jen has just moved into an affluent neighborhood with her fiancé and her daughter. Her fiancé, Dan, isn’t aware the move was part of a larger plan concocted years ago. As Jen, Dan, and Jen’s daughter, Nina, are welcomed into the neighborhood, Jen and Jocelyn begin gathering more information about what happened to Lynette.
The plot got a little messy for me towards the end. The ending itself was satisfactory, but some of the events that happened before then were a bit too convenient in my opinion.
Overall, I recommend this book. It was a quick read and the pace was good. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for my ARC.
When the book begins, Jen has just moved into an affluent neighborhood with her fiancé and her daughter. Her fiancé, Dan, isn’t aware the move was part of a larger plan concocted years ago. As Jen, Dan, and Jen’s daughter, Nina, are welcomed into the neighborhood, Jen and Jocelyn begin gathering more information about what happened to Lynette.
The plot got a little messy for me towards the end. The ending itself was satisfactory, but some of the events that happened before then were a bit too convenient in my opinion.
Overall, I recommend this book. It was a quick read and the pace was good. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for my ARC.
March 7, 2025
This book is told from several different view points, which I love. It helps unravel a story going back decades. Jen wants to know the truth about what happened to her sister, Lynette and her boyfriend is unaware he is part of this plan. This “plan” though is all created by the aunt Jocelyn. Honestly, I really hate Jocelyn. She could have literally ruined Jen’s life trying to figure out this mystery of her other niece. She manipulates her and uses her to try to figure out how Lynette died. Jen has already been through the death of her sister AND finding her mother when she committed suicide. But ok, let’s continue to uphaul her life to try to figure stuff out. Yes, Jen could have said no, but imagine being raised this way- how hard it would be to escape the manipulation. I am really happy that Jen and her little girl had a good ending even though manipulating Jocelyn gave 0 cares about the two of them and was only concerned about this other niece.
I did like this read though. It was easy and fast paced.
I did like this read though. It was easy and fast paced.
March 25, 2025
What happened exactly 20 years ago, the day her sister disappeared? This is a question that has haunted Jen all along and she does everything she can to find the answer. She didn't really make much progress yet, but that seems to be changing now. If she plays her assets correctly, chances are she can finally get closure and focus on her future.
The author writes using different perspectives and that is a style that I love.
Although some revelations were a bit predictable for me, there were also some surprising ones and that is of course what you are looking for as a reader.
Sometimes I found the pace a bit too slow and because there were pieces that, in my opinion, didn't really contribute to the story, my attention weakened a bit.
In general I thought it was an interesting book and I certainly do not regret reading it. It wasn't quite my cup of tea and that's why I give it 4 stars.
Thank you
The author writes using different perspectives and that is a style that I love.
Although some revelations were a bit predictable for me, there were also some surprising ones and that is of course what you are looking for as a reader.
Sometimes I found the pace a bit too slow and because there were pieces that, in my opinion, didn't really contribute to the story, my attention weakened a bit.
In general I thought it was an interesting book and I certainly do not regret reading it. It wasn't quite my cup of tea and that's why I give it 4 stars.
Thank you
March 31, 2025
Jen Silver just moved in to a new home in a very lovely area outside of Philadelphia with her neurosurgeon boyfriend Dan Burrows and her daughter Nina. Her neighbors are eager to meet her and her family but Jen has her eyes on one particular neighbor, Natalie Eason.
As the story unfolds, you learn that 20 years ago a young woman by the name of Lynette Knox died. The police did not care for this missing woman but her sister, her aunt and her mom never gave up. Back then, Jocelyn, Lynette's aunt had several suspects in mind. But with Jen moving into this new neighborhood, it seems like more suspects are coming up who where involved in Lynette's murder. And one of them may be living in Jen's home
The People Next Door is an exciting thriller with several suspects, liars and possible killers you just don't know who it may be. And wait for the biggest twist at the very end, I just couldn't belive it!
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As the story unfolds, you learn that 20 years ago a young woman by the name of Lynette Knox died. The police did not care for this missing woman but her sister, her aunt and her mom never gave up. Back then, Jocelyn, Lynette's aunt had several suspects in mind. But with Jen moving into this new neighborhood, it seems like more suspects are coming up who where involved in Lynette's murder. And one of them may be living in Jen's home
The People Next Door is an exciting thriller with several suspects, liars and possible killers you just don't know who it may be. And wait for the biggest twist at the very end, I just couldn't belive it!
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