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A psychological thriller about a night of babysitting that turns fatal and a girl determined to figure out if the gas leak was an accident, perfect for fans of E. Lockhart's We Were Liars.
Ella was supposed to have fun night with her friends until a crippling headache tied to a recent diagnosis cancels her plans and leaves her babysitting her cousin instead.
But when she arrives at the house, she immediately knows something is wrong. The lights are off and the door is wide open. But it’s the creeping smell coming from the house that warns Ella of the real danger inside: a gas leak.
In a panic, Ella charges into the house and calls 911. Her aunt and cousins lie unconscious on the floor—and Ella can’t rescue them all.
As Ella tries to recover from the tragic accident, deadly lies begin to seep through the cracks of the investigation, and Ella’s side effects escalate. She’ll soon discover the gas leak might not have been an accident after all—and that someone might be out to kill her next.
Ella was supposed to have fun night with her friends until a crippling headache tied to a recent diagnosis cancels her plans and leaves her babysitting her cousin instead.
But when she arrives at the house, she immediately knows something is wrong. The lights are off and the door is wide open. But it’s the creeping smell coming from the house that warns Ella of the real danger inside: a gas leak.
In a panic, Ella charges into the house and calls 911. Her aunt and cousins lie unconscious on the floor—and Ella can’t rescue them all.
As Ella tries to recover from the tragic accident, deadly lies begin to seep through the cracks of the investigation, and Ella’s side effects escalate. She’ll soon discover the gas leak might not have been an accident after all—and that someone might be out to kill her next.
352 pages, Hardcover
First published January 13, 2026
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September 4, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 stars)
When I first heard that the author of Silent Sisters was releasing a brand-new novel, I could hardly contain my excitement. I immediately hit that request button on NetGalley with all the enthusiasm in the world, practically begging the bookish universe to grant my wish. When the approval landed in my inbox, I didn’t even pause to read the synopsis—I dove straight in. The eerie, beautifully designed cover already hinted at the unsettling ride ahead. And the title Gaslit? A brilliant choice that works on multiple levels, reflecting both the literal danger and the manipulative emotional currents running through the story. From the opening chapter, I braced myself for sharp twists and dark turns—this author never delivers a straightforward mystery—and sure enough, I was hit with layers of intrigue, suspicion, and heartbreak.
The story follows Ella, a young woman already battling a devastating brain tumor diagnosis. Determined to stay strong, she cancels her New Year’s Eve plans with her best friend Sierra and agrees to help her beloved Aunt Julie by babysitting her little cousin Joey. But what seems like a quiet evening quickly unravels into a nightmare. The house is dark, the door is ajar, and a faint smell of gas lingers in the air. Ella discovers her cousins and aunt unconscious inside, dragging the children to safety—but tragically losing her aunt in the process.
Though authorities at first call it an accident, Ella’s instincts tell her otherwise. Wracked with grief, she begins investigating on her own. Her search soon collides with Dominic, the troubled next-door neighbor, who has his own conflicts with Ella’s teenage cousin Chris. Together, Ella and Dominic uncover threads of insurance fraud, family secrets, and motives darker than she could have imagined. Meanwhile, anonymous threats arrive, warning Ella to stop digging. But she refuses, driven by loyalty to the woman who was like a second mother to her—even as the strain worsens her health and pushes her to the brink.
What makes this story so compelling is its balance between external suspense and Ella’s deeply personal battle. Her migraines, exhaustion, and vulnerability mirror the claustrophobic danger of a house filled with gas. She’s a protagonist whose body may be failing, but whose spirit refuses to quit. That emotional duality is where the book truly shines.
Now, I’ll admit—I didn’t find Gaslit quite as jaw-droppingly clever as Silent Sisters. I guessed several twists and even spotted the culprit before the final reveal. But that doesn’t mean the journey wasn’t gripping. In fact, one late-game twist completely blindsided me, making me gasp out loud. The last quarter is where the book fully delivers on its promise, tying threads together in a way that is both shocking and satisfying.
Overall: Gaslit is a dark, chilling psychological thriller that left me unsettled—in the best way. It’s about grief, loyalty, and how far one young woman will go to uncover the truth, even when her own life hangs in the balance. While I still hold Silent Sisters as my personal favorite, this sophomore novel proves the author is no one-hit wonder. The writing is sharp, the pacing quick, and Ella is a heroine readers won’t easily forget.
A huge thank you to NetGalley and Random House Children’s Books / Delacorte Press for providing me with this ARC. I truly appreciate the chance to continue reading this author’s haunting, twist-filled stories—and I’ll eagerly line up for whatever comes next.
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When I first heard that the author of Silent Sisters was releasing a brand-new novel, I could hardly contain my excitement. I immediately hit that request button on NetGalley with all the enthusiasm in the world, practically begging the bookish universe to grant my wish. When the approval landed in my inbox, I didn’t even pause to read the synopsis—I dove straight in. The eerie, beautifully designed cover already hinted at the unsettling ride ahead. And the title Gaslit? A brilliant choice that works on multiple levels, reflecting both the literal danger and the manipulative emotional currents running through the story. From the opening chapter, I braced myself for sharp twists and dark turns—this author never delivers a straightforward mystery—and sure enough, I was hit with layers of intrigue, suspicion, and heartbreak.
The story follows Ella, a young woman already battling a devastating brain tumor diagnosis. Determined to stay strong, she cancels her New Year’s Eve plans with her best friend Sierra and agrees to help her beloved Aunt Julie by babysitting her little cousin Joey. But what seems like a quiet evening quickly unravels into a nightmare. The house is dark, the door is ajar, and a faint smell of gas lingers in the air. Ella discovers her cousins and aunt unconscious inside, dragging the children to safety—but tragically losing her aunt in the process.
Though authorities at first call it an accident, Ella’s instincts tell her otherwise. Wracked with grief, she begins investigating on her own. Her search soon collides with Dominic, the troubled next-door neighbor, who has his own conflicts with Ella’s teenage cousin Chris. Together, Ella and Dominic uncover threads of insurance fraud, family secrets, and motives darker than she could have imagined. Meanwhile, anonymous threats arrive, warning Ella to stop digging. But she refuses, driven by loyalty to the woman who was like a second mother to her—even as the strain worsens her health and pushes her to the brink.
What makes this story so compelling is its balance between external suspense and Ella’s deeply personal battle. Her migraines, exhaustion, and vulnerability mirror the claustrophobic danger of a house filled with gas. She’s a protagonist whose body may be failing, but whose spirit refuses to quit. That emotional duality is where the book truly shines.
Now, I’ll admit—I didn’t find Gaslit quite as jaw-droppingly clever as Silent Sisters. I guessed several twists and even spotted the culprit before the final reveal. But that doesn’t mean the journey wasn’t gripping. In fact, one late-game twist completely blindsided me, making me gasp out loud. The last quarter is where the book fully delivers on its promise, tying threads together in a way that is both shocking and satisfying.
Overall: Gaslit is a dark, chilling psychological thriller that left me unsettled—in the best way. It’s about grief, loyalty, and how far one young woman will go to uncover the truth, even when her own life hangs in the balance. While I still hold Silent Sisters as my personal favorite, this sophomore novel proves the author is no one-hit wonder. The writing is sharp, the pacing quick, and Ella is a heroine readers won’t easily forget.
A huge thank you to NetGalley and Random House Children’s Books / Delacorte Press for providing me with this ARC. I truly appreciate the chance to continue reading this author’s haunting, twist-filled stories—and I’ll eagerly line up for whatever comes next.
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January 28, 2026
Rating: 4⭐⭐⭐⭐
Format: audiobook
Platform/app used: libby
Tropes:
• Unreliable narrator / questioning perception;
• Psychological thriller;
• Mystery investigation;
• Red herrings and twists;
• Small town / close community intrigue;
• Personal struggle influencing truth-seeking.
Review:
"Gaslit" is an enthralling young adult thriller that captivates readers from the outset and maintains a high level of suspense throughout. The narrative centers on Ella Forrester, a high school student balancing the challenges of everyday life with the burden of a recent medical diagnosis. A seemingly normal babysitting evening spirals into chaos when she discovers her aunt's house with the door ajar, an odd smell of gas in the air, and her relatives unconscious inside. While she successfully rescues the children, her aunt tragically does not survive. What begins as an accidental tragedy soon raises suspicions of foul play.
One of the aspects I appreciated most about "Gaslit" is its ability to intertwine mystery with personal turmoil and emotional depth. Ella’s struggles with migraines and a brain tumor diagnosis are not mere background elements; they shape her worldview, alter her interactions with others, and impact her trust in her instincts. This internal battle adds complexity to the central mystery: was the gas leak truly an accident, or is there someone intent on harming her family?
The story unfolds at a brisk pace, complemented by enough red herrings and unexpected twists to keep readers on their toes. The first-person perspective immerses you in Ella’s thoughts, making the uncertainty feel palpable. There were several surprises that caught me off guard, and the escalating tension towards the end of the book was particularly engaging. While some elements may feel familiar to those well-versed in YA thrillers, the emotional core: embodied by Ella's grief, guilt, and resolve gives it a unique identity and distinguishes it from others in the genre.
In summary, "Gaslit" is a gripping, twist-laden read that keeps you engaged with both the unfolding mystery and Ella’s personal journey.
Format: audiobook
Platform/app used: libby
Tropes:
• Unreliable narrator / questioning perception;
• Psychological thriller;
• Mystery investigation;
• Red herrings and twists;
• Small town / close community intrigue;
• Personal struggle influencing truth-seeking.
Review:
"Gaslit" is an enthralling young adult thriller that captivates readers from the outset and maintains a high level of suspense throughout. The narrative centers on Ella Forrester, a high school student balancing the challenges of everyday life with the burden of a recent medical diagnosis. A seemingly normal babysitting evening spirals into chaos when she discovers her aunt's house with the door ajar, an odd smell of gas in the air, and her relatives unconscious inside. While she successfully rescues the children, her aunt tragically does not survive. What begins as an accidental tragedy soon raises suspicions of foul play.
One of the aspects I appreciated most about "Gaslit" is its ability to intertwine mystery with personal turmoil and emotional depth. Ella’s struggles with migraines and a brain tumor diagnosis are not mere background elements; they shape her worldview, alter her interactions with others, and impact her trust in her instincts. This internal battle adds complexity to the central mystery: was the gas leak truly an accident, or is there someone intent on harming her family?
The story unfolds at a brisk pace, complemented by enough red herrings and unexpected twists to keep readers on their toes. The first-person perspective immerses you in Ella’s thoughts, making the uncertainty feel palpable. There were several surprises that caught me off guard, and the escalating tension towards the end of the book was particularly engaging. While some elements may feel familiar to those well-versed in YA thrillers, the emotional core: embodied by Ella's grief, guilt, and resolve gives it a unique identity and distinguishes it from others in the genre.
In summary, "Gaslit" is a gripping, twist-laden read that keeps you engaged with both the unfolding mystery and Ella’s personal journey.
March 9, 2026
Oh man. This started off super strong, but got a little unhinged towards the end
What Worked: Megan Davidhizar's writing is definitely meant for writing thrillers. I found the overall narrative to be intriguing from the very beginning of the book. Typically, it takes me up until around the 20 percent mark to truly feel invested in both the stories and the characters. From the very beginning Davidhizar created an eerie atmosphere where the reader isn't exactly sure what to believe.
What Didn't Work: The reveals in this book felt slightly underwhelming and confusing. I believe that Davidhizar attempted to utilize the unreliable narrator trope in a way that felt jumbled or unorganized. She spent too much time attempting to confuse the reader to the point that it didn't land as well as intended. There also should have been a little more emphasis on the character development. Though I enjoyed the pacing, I do feel as though I would have rated this one a little higher if I better understood the characters.
Overall, this was a solid read and works well for those who are just getting into thrillers/mysteries.
What Worked: Megan Davidhizar's writing is definitely meant for writing thrillers. I found the overall narrative to be intriguing from the very beginning of the book. Typically, it takes me up until around the 20 percent mark to truly feel invested in both the stories and the characters. From the very beginning Davidhizar created an eerie atmosphere where the reader isn't exactly sure what to believe.
What Didn't Work: The reveals in this book felt slightly underwhelming and confusing. I believe that Davidhizar attempted to utilize the unreliable narrator trope in a way that felt jumbled or unorganized. She spent too much time attempting to confuse the reader to the point that it didn't land as well as intended. There also should have been a little more emphasis on the character development. Though I enjoyed the pacing, I do feel as though I would have rated this one a little higher if I better understood the characters.
Overall, this was a solid read and works well for those who are just getting into thrillers/mysteries.
June 10, 2025
Characters that pull your heart and twists that turn into tears!
February 28, 2026
•My Rating: 3.5/5•
• ya psychological thriller • slow-burn mystery suspense • traumatic experience • brain tumor • grief • unreliable narrator • emotional family drama • single POV
My enjoyment as an adult reader who can still enjoy YA: 3 stars. What I feel it objectively deserves: 3.75 stars. This started strong but lost me in the latter half. Things got muddled, and I stopped caring about the outcome.
🎙️Karissa Vacker voiced this perfectly.
• ya psychological thriller • slow-burn mystery suspense • traumatic experience • brain tumor • grief • unreliable narrator • emotional family drama • single POV
My enjoyment as an adult reader who can still enjoy YA: 3 stars. What I feel it objectively deserves: 3.75 stars. This started strong but lost me in the latter half. Things got muddled, and I stopped caring about the outcome.
🎙️Karissa Vacker voiced this perfectly.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thanks to Netgalley and Delacorte Press for the ARC!
Ella’s last-minute favor for her aunt turned into a nightmare the moment she pulled up to the house. Instead of a fun evening of babysitting, she discovered her aunt and cousins sprawled across the floor, rendered unconscious by a silent, deadly gas leak. But the nightmare didn't end there; it was merely the opening act for the chaos that followed. As the situation spirals out of control, a chilling question emerges: if the gas leak wasn't an accident who started it?
I absolutely love the use of an unreliable narrator! It constantly made me question what was real and what wasn’t. The story kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end, delivering twist after twist that completely upended my expectations. Just when I thought I had figured things out, the story proved me wrong again. The character development was especially compelling, and I felt a strong connection to Ella and her unwavering love for her family. This is a gripping, fast-paced mystery and a perfect recommendation for middle and high school readers looking for a thrilling read.
Ella’s last-minute favor for her aunt turned into a nightmare the moment she pulled up to the house. Instead of a fun evening of babysitting, she discovered her aunt and cousins sprawled across the floor, rendered unconscious by a silent, deadly gas leak. But the nightmare didn't end there; it was merely the opening act for the chaos that followed. As the situation spirals out of control, a chilling question emerges: if the gas leak wasn't an accident who started it?
I absolutely love the use of an unreliable narrator! It constantly made me question what was real and what wasn’t. The story kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end, delivering twist after twist that completely upended my expectations. Just when I thought I had figured things out, the story proved me wrong again. The character development was especially compelling, and I felt a strong connection to Ella and her unwavering love for her family. This is a gripping, fast-paced mystery and a perfect recommendation for middle and high school readers looking for a thrilling read.
January 15, 2026
Ella, who has a brain tumor, loses her beloved aunt Julie in a house fire on New Year’s Eve. Ella rescues her teenage cousin Chris and his seven-year-old brother Joey, wracked with guilt she couldn’t save Julie. Deemed arson by purposely cut gas line, Ella and Chris do their own shadow investigation. Their prime suspect, Julie’s boyfriend. Soon Ella doesn’t know who she can trust, including herself.
Megan Davidhizar’s sophomore novel, GASLIT, is every bit as good as her debut SILENT SISTER. Ella’s brain tumor adds an element to her already complex character, making me question her reliability at times. The secrecy surrounding her condition Ella insisted on keeping pushed friends away.
Davidhizar’s clever use of the title GASLIT made me wonder whether the word was meant literally, from the gas fire or figuratively or perhaps both.
Megan Davidhizar’s sophomore novel, GASLIT, is every bit as good as her debut SILENT SISTER. Ella’s brain tumor adds an element to her already complex character, making me question her reliability at times. The secrecy surrounding her condition Ella insisted on keeping pushed friends away.
Davidhizar’s clever use of the title GASLIT made me wonder whether the word was meant literally, from the gas fire or figuratively or perhaps both.
October 23, 2025
never going near my dryer again
January 31, 2026
OMG this book made me laugh and had my jaw on the floor it was so intense and everything I had a good time with this one it was so good and I felt for the characters but the stuff Chris did was honestly so shocking and surprising but I didn’t want him to die but going toward the end he’s going to face the punishment of murdering Blake for the rest of his life the last few pages of him crying out he has nobody is sad because he knows that he’s not a kid but an adult so his life would be in prison because Joey being the kid has Ella’s parents so he would cope with Ella but he wouldn’t be able be with brother again for life which is heartbreaking 💔
Davidhizar wrote a thriller that almost made you wanted to jump into the book and save these characters from the pain and trauma they’ve been going through and Ella was such a lovely FMC sometimes she made mistakes but I adored the brain representation of Brain tumor the way Davidhizar wrote it made me empathy for her I truly loved this book that I can’t wait to see what journey next Megan takes on with her YA thrillers because they’re honestly so good and gripping!
Davidhizar wrote a thriller that almost made you wanted to jump into the book and save these characters from the pain and trauma they’ve been going through and Ella was such a lovely FMC sometimes she made mistakes but I adored the brain representation of Brain tumor the way Davidhizar wrote it made me empathy for her I truly loved this book that I can’t wait to see what journey next Megan takes on with her YA thrillers because they’re honestly so good and gripping!
March 23, 2026
This is one of those books that after reading it the first time and then knowing what you know you want to immediately re-read it and have a completely different experience the second time through. Wowzers!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this advanced copy.
My first read by this author and it did not disappoint.
Good character development and fast paced that sucked me in right away. I will definitely recommend to all my YA readers. Plot twists, psychological thiller and romantic interest. Perfect mix for my students.
My first read by this author and it did not disappoint.
Good character development and fast paced that sucked me in right away. I will definitely recommend to all my YA readers. Plot twists, psychological thiller and romantic interest. Perfect mix for my students.
January 1, 2026
4.5 Because I knew who it was, but I enjoyed this. And unfortunately I can’t tell you my favorite part because it’s a spoiler 🤦🏾♀️🤣 Real review to come to my blog.
February 11, 2026
2.75🌟
More like asslit!
What a dud. I honestly can't remember the last time I was this disappointed by a book. It started with such a creative, high-stakes opening that included a death by gas leak where Ella, the niece of one of the victims tries to save everyone in the house while battling the fumes herself. It had all the makings of a unique thriller but that promise evaporated quicker than the gasleak itself I'll tell you that.
We learn early on that Ella has a brain tumor which causes among many other things migraines, memory loss and hallucinations. She has to navigate these symptoms while acting as an amateur sleuth to determine if the leak was intentional or not. This could have been one hell of a layered, psychological mystery. Instead, it went off the rails the moment the investigation started.
The "unreliable narrator" trope felt like a cheap cheat code here. Because Ella is hallucinating, the author could throw in far-fetched or illogical plot points and then just wave them away as symptoms rather than actual writing. It felt unfair to me as the reader as we didn't know what was real or not so nothing carried any real weight.
Beyond that, the characters were painfully dull. There wasn't a single interesting person outside of Ella and the suspects were so under-developed that I couldn't even bother wasting my time guessing who was actually responsible. There was also a specific misdirection with one of the characters that was blatantly obvious from the jump and it wasn't clever or creative, just distracting.
The middle portion was a slow crawl through the mud that failed to take the main plot by the horns. There were so many cool directions this could have gone, even making Ella herself a more sinister part of the plot due to her deteriorating mental state but the author missed them all.
This story gaslights you into believing that it's more than meets the eye but ultimately fails to light the pilot instead.
More like asslit!
What a dud. I honestly can't remember the last time I was this disappointed by a book. It started with such a creative, high-stakes opening that included a death by gas leak where Ella, the niece of one of the victims tries to save everyone in the house while battling the fumes herself. It had all the makings of a unique thriller but that promise evaporated quicker than the gasleak itself I'll tell you that.
We learn early on that Ella has a brain tumor which causes among many other things migraines, memory loss and hallucinations. She has to navigate these symptoms while acting as an amateur sleuth to determine if the leak was intentional or not. This could have been one hell of a layered, psychological mystery. Instead, it went off the rails the moment the investigation started.
The "unreliable narrator" trope felt like a cheap cheat code here. Because Ella is hallucinating, the author could throw in far-fetched or illogical plot points and then just wave them away as symptoms rather than actual writing. It felt unfair to me as the reader as we didn't know what was real or not so nothing carried any real weight.
Beyond that, the characters were painfully dull. There wasn't a single interesting person outside of Ella and the suspects were so under-developed that I couldn't even bother wasting my time guessing who was actually responsible. There was also a specific misdirection with one of the characters that was blatantly obvious from the jump and it wasn't clever or creative, just distracting.
The middle portion was a slow crawl through the mud that failed to take the main plot by the horns. There were so many cool directions this could have gone, even making Ella herself a more sinister part of the plot due to her deteriorating mental state but the author missed them all.
This story gaslights you into believing that it's more than meets the eye but ultimately fails to light the pilot instead.
March 23, 2026
Started off not a fan but it quickly turned around. This was a great read overall!
February 19, 2026
This book was ridiculous poo-poo nonsense but I also could not put it down, so 3 stars!
February 13, 2026
Even better than the author's first book!
I met the author during events for Silent Sister and Gaslit. During the event for Gaslit, the author mentioned that she had originally written this book with two perspectives before switching it to one. I loved a single perspective. I think it made the story so much more suspenseful.
I actually only kind-of guessed the ending of the book (which is quite good for me). I was off a bit and it was fascinating to see how everything was woven together.
Now, I'll hand off this book to family and friends as many have already asked to borrow my copy.
4 Stars
Clean and recommended for teens
*I did receive a copy of this book while attending the event. This isn't my typical disclaimer, but I feel like I must add it.
I met the author during events for Silent Sister and Gaslit. During the event for Gaslit, the author mentioned that she had originally written this book with two perspectives before switching it to one. I loved a single perspective. I think it made the story so much more suspenseful.
I actually only kind-of guessed the ending of the book (which is quite good for me). I was off a bit and it was fascinating to see how everything was woven together.
Now, I'll hand off this book to family and friends as many have already asked to borrow my copy.
4 Stars
Clean and recommended for teens
*I did receive a copy of this book while attending the event. This isn't my typical disclaimer, but I feel like I must add it.
January 19, 2026
Ella suffers migraines and has had a hard time getting people to take her pain seriously. She is fiercely independent and doesn’t want anyone giving her special treatment which is why hardly anyone knows that her migraines are actually caused by a brain tumour.
It’s New Years Eve and Ella agrees to babysit for her cousin Joey but when she reaches the house the door is open and she can smell gas. She tries to rescue both her cousins but fails to save her aunt.
With the help of a cute but dangerous neighbour she attempts to figure out who would try to hurt her family. But once people start to learn of her illness they begin to look at her differently. Can she fight to be believed while also fighting to survive?
The first half of the book will have you gripped trying to figure out what happened and who was behind it while the second half will keep you up all night second guessing what is real and what is in Ella’s head.
Fantastically written, you can’t help but feel connected to Ella as she starts to question everything she knows and wonder who she can trust. The frustration of not having her pain taken seriously is palpable and you really feel for her when even the people closest to her start to doubt if she’s even telling the truth.
The only downfall for me was the level of emotional intelligence the writer gives to the 6 year old boy in the story. His level of understanding of adult conversations and his calm placidness in the face of massive trauma just didn’t ring true for me and my experience with children. I feel like maybe if he had been older I might have believed his reactions more.
Despite that, I became absolutely swallowed by this story and could not put it down. The twists were brilliantly incorporated giving you just enough hints to create the same confusion in the reader as the characters are experiencing.
It’s New Years Eve and Ella agrees to babysit for her cousin Joey but when she reaches the house the door is open and she can smell gas. She tries to rescue both her cousins but fails to save her aunt.
With the help of a cute but dangerous neighbour she attempts to figure out who would try to hurt her family. But once people start to learn of her illness they begin to look at her differently. Can she fight to be believed while also fighting to survive?
The first half of the book will have you gripped trying to figure out what happened and who was behind it while the second half will keep you up all night second guessing what is real and what is in Ella’s head.
Fantastically written, you can’t help but feel connected to Ella as she starts to question everything she knows and wonder who she can trust. The frustration of not having her pain taken seriously is palpable and you really feel for her when even the people closest to her start to doubt if she’s even telling the truth.
The only downfall for me was the level of emotional intelligence the writer gives to the 6 year old boy in the story. His level of understanding of adult conversations and his calm placidness in the face of massive trauma just didn’t ring true for me and my experience with children. I feel like maybe if he had been older I might have believed his reactions more.
Despite that, I became absolutely swallowed by this story and could not put it down. The twists were brilliantly incorporated giving you just enough hints to create the same confusion in the reader as the characters are experiencing.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
3.5⭐
✨️Thank you to #partner @prhaudio & Megan Davidhizar for my gifted audiobook in exchange for an honest review.
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Gaslit is an entertaining, easy YA thriller that is suspenseful and eerie. The writing grabbed me and flowed nicely, the story was easy to follow and the plot was intriguing. For me, it is still a little bit of a mixed bag. It didn't always maintain the same pace, I thought it was a little slow to get to the twists. Once they started coming they were just all jumbled together and some left me confused. I felt like the author tried to do too much too fast. Also, it was a little predictable for me anyways, I knew who the culprit was from the start.
The characters did need a little more development for my liking. I liked how the narrator was unreliable due to her brain tumour, it added that constant doubt which was fun. I feel this book had a lot of potential but some little things were missed to make it that much more enjoyable. I do think younger readers will definitely enjoy this one, as it is easy and simple to read.
Overall, it was a solid YA thriller, definitely suited for beginner thriller readers also. It wasn't a bad book, I just feel it had more that could've been explored.
🎧 The narration by Karissa Vacker was excellent as always. She kept me hooked and engaged throughout. Really delivered a stellar performance. The emotions, fear, confusion were felt through her performance. It truly enhanced my experience of the book.
✨️Thank you to #partner @prhaudio & Megan Davidhizar for my gifted audiobook in exchange for an honest review.
#PRHAudioPartner #PRHAInfluencer
Gaslit is an entertaining, easy YA thriller that is suspenseful and eerie. The writing grabbed me and flowed nicely, the story was easy to follow and the plot was intriguing. For me, it is still a little bit of a mixed bag. It didn't always maintain the same pace, I thought it was a little slow to get to the twists. Once they started coming they were just all jumbled together and some left me confused. I felt like the author tried to do too much too fast. Also, it was a little predictable for me anyways, I knew who the culprit was from the start.
The characters did need a little more development for my liking. I liked how the narrator was unreliable due to her brain tumour, it added that constant doubt which was fun. I feel this book had a lot of potential but some little things were missed to make it that much more enjoyable. I do think younger readers will definitely enjoy this one, as it is easy and simple to read.
Overall, it was a solid YA thriller, definitely suited for beginner thriller readers also. It wasn't a bad book, I just feel it had more that could've been explored.
🎧 The narration by Karissa Vacker was excellent as always. She kept me hooked and engaged throughout. Really delivered a stellar performance. The emotions, fear, confusion were felt through her performance. It truly enhanced my experience of the book.
January 31, 2026
Wow - considering this is marketed as a YA thriller I didn’t go into this expecting to feel too shocked or to be as engrossed as I was! From the opening chapter I was hooked, the FMC is someone you will definitely find yourself rooting for and the way the story unfolds is nothing short of incredible.
It has everything you want in a thriller - a suspicious death, a fantastic cast of characters and a mystery to be solved! There were a few moments I found myself rolling my eyes at teenage tendencies, but honestly this was still such a good read! I was racing through the pages to see how this would end and I couldn’t have seen that first plot twist coming at all!!!!!! I almost immediately wanted to start the book again to see how I could’ve missed those clues but luckily I continued and all was explained in good time anyway.
This felt like an episode of PLL at times and I loved it! I will absolutely be picking up Megan’s other book and I will 100% be on the lookout for any future releases! If you want a book that will leave you with goosebumps and have you questioning everything - definitely check this out!
ALSO THE AUDIOBOOK IS NARRATED BY KARISSA VACKER AKA MY FAV <3 no one brings books to life quite like her
It has everything you want in a thriller - a suspicious death, a fantastic cast of characters and a mystery to be solved! There were a few moments I found myself rolling my eyes at teenage tendencies, but honestly this was still such a good read! I was racing through the pages to see how this would end and I couldn’t have seen that first plot twist coming at all!!!!!! I almost immediately wanted to start the book again to see how I could’ve missed those clues but luckily I continued and all was explained in good time anyway.
This felt like an episode of PLL at times and I loved it! I will absolutely be picking up Megan’s other book and I will 100% be on the lookout for any future releases! If you want a book that will leave you with goosebumps and have you questioning everything - definitely check this out!
ALSO THE AUDIOBOOK IS NARRATED BY KARISSA VACKER AKA MY FAV <3 no one brings books to life quite like her
January 14, 2026
Ella is struggling with horrific migraines that are being caused by a brain tumour. It's making it difficult for her to have any semblance of normalcy. So, she's free on New Year's Eve to babysit for her family. She arrives at the house to find her aunt and cousins unconscious from a gas leak.
While recovering from the incident, Ella is left reeling from the trauma of the night. The more she thinks about it, the more confident she becomes that this wasn't an accident.
🏠Young Adult Fiction
🔍Psychological Thriller
🏠Gas Leak Investigation
🔍Mental Health & Trauma
🏠Romance Subplot
'Gaslit' is a fast-paced psychological thriller that features a suspicious death, a teenage sleuth, and lots of plot twists. The premise is a great way of reminding people to learn more about preventing gas leaks in their homes.
Ella's determination to investigate is juxtaposed with her medical condition being ignored. It emphasizes her motivation to figure out what happened, as well as her panic when people don't believe her. The plot constantly circles back to whether the heroine can trust her own mind. It's an intriguing concept that could've been better executed.
This book includes a small romance subplot with Dominic, her aunt's neighbour. It's meant to add an important character and break up the intensity of the plot. Their relationship isn't overly interesting, but it does contribute to some of the suspense.
Fans of Holly Jackson might find this interesting.
While recovering from the incident, Ella is left reeling from the trauma of the night. The more she thinks about it, the more confident she becomes that this wasn't an accident.
🏠Young Adult Fiction
🔍Psychological Thriller
🏠Gas Leak Investigation
🔍Mental Health & Trauma
🏠Romance Subplot
'Gaslit' is a fast-paced psychological thriller that features a suspicious death, a teenage sleuth, and lots of plot twists. The premise is a great way of reminding people to learn more about preventing gas leaks in their homes.
Ella's determination to investigate is juxtaposed with her medical condition being ignored. It emphasizes her motivation to figure out what happened, as well as her panic when people don't believe her. The plot constantly circles back to whether the heroine can trust her own mind. It's an intriguing concept that could've been better executed.
This book includes a small romance subplot with Dominic, her aunt's neighbour. It's meant to add an important character and break up the intensity of the plot. Their relationship isn't overly interesting, but it does contribute to some of the suspense.
Fans of Holly Jackson might find this interesting.
March 6, 2026
What an excellent thriller! I thought I knew how the culprit was but was surprised when I was wrong. I thought the “twist” was a bit heavy handed but teens will really like it.
Warnings: there are a couple of dead bodies but no blood or gruesome details; there is a kiss scene that describes a mouth opening and hands on hips but goes no further; a couple of swear words.
This was written for teens and I think it’s pretty appropriate (with the exception of the kissing scene). Recommended ages 14-18.
Warnings: there are a couple of dead bodies but no blood or gruesome details; there is a kiss scene that describes a mouth opening and hands on hips but goes no further; a couple of swear words.
This was written for teens and I think it’s pretty appropriate (with the exception of the kissing scene). Recommended ages 14-18.
January 15, 2026
3.5 stars
A fast paced twisty YA thriller about the aftermath of a tragedy in a young teens life. You can really feel the emotional turmoil the FMC grapples with.
This book held my interest and I enjoyed the plots twists. A great mystery/thriller for teens.
Thank you NetGalley and RHCB for this ARC!
A fast paced twisty YA thriller about the aftermath of a tragedy in a young teens life. You can really feel the emotional turmoil the FMC grapples with.
This book held my interest and I enjoyed the plots twists. A great mystery/thriller for teens.
Thank you NetGalley and RHCB for this ARC!
February 10, 2026
I really enjoyed reading this book and it kept me entertained from start to finish as I was in a slump so I'm glad it did. However I guessed who was behind it all from the beginning so it didn't shock me so that's why I give it 3 stars
February 20, 2026
It was good. The whole medical issue aspect mixed with a murder mystery is always fun. i I usually hate books when they make the female look like she's crazy but in this case... it was warranted. Being desperate for money can make people do crazy things.
March 19, 2026
More like 3 1/2 stars. Being a sister to someone who has had brain tumors and lives with some as well. The way the FMC was portrayed didn’t sit well with me. Also knowing that the author (she’s local to me) did talk with others with brain tumors makes me want to ask why she portrayed her as such. I think I loved her first book more.
January 27, 2026
I want more! I want more of Chris’s story, I want more about Ella’s life, I want more!
My faces the whole book: 😳😭🤨🧐😳😳😡😭😡😱🤯🥹
My faces the whole book: 😳😭🤨🧐😳😳😡😭😡😱🤯🥹
January 27, 2026
Enjoyed this one even if it didn‘t shock me as much as silent sister did! Such a good fast paced palet-cleanser and it actually made me quite emotional 🫶🏽
February 6, 2026
Why did I love a book about my worst nightmare so much?!? Oh man, I could not put this one down.
March 10, 2026
I think this book was just fine. It was slow moving, dragging towards the middle. The twists and reveals felt nonsensical and underwhelming for me. I love an unreliable narrator, but I think this was pushing it.
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