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The Perfect Parents
Jackson and Lydia Hemsworth are pillars of the community, feted for having the perfect marriage and three wonderful children – Florence, Jessica and Ezra.
But appearances can be deceptive.
Because behind closed doors Jackson Hemsworth rules his family with cruelty and control. His marriage is a sham; his children for years have cowed in fear.
Until the day that Jackson and Lydia throw themselves off Newport Bridge in a joint suicide pact – the final cruel blow by Jackson to control his wife and torture his adult children.
As the Hemsworth siblings return to their family home, they must try to make sense of their parents’ last act. But there are many dark secrets waiting to be unearthed at Armett House.
Like, why are the townsfolk so suddenly hostile towards them? And who are the strangers who arrive at Armett House unannounced? And why has their mother’s body still not been found?
In the aftermath of their parents’ death, it becomes clear that something terrible is about to be exposed about the Hemsworths’ perfect parents.
A secret they may all wish had stayed hidden…
But appearances can be deceptive.
Because behind closed doors Jackson Hemsworth rules his family with cruelty and control. His marriage is a sham; his children for years have cowed in fear.
Until the day that Jackson and Lydia throw themselves off Newport Bridge in a joint suicide pact – the final cruel blow by Jackson to control his wife and torture his adult children.
As the Hemsworth siblings return to their family home, they must try to make sense of their parents’ last act. But there are many dark secrets waiting to be unearthed at Armett House.
Like, why are the townsfolk so suddenly hostile towards them? And who are the strangers who arrive at Armett House unannounced? And why has their mother’s body still not been found?
In the aftermath of their parents’ death, it becomes clear that something terrible is about to be exposed about the Hemsworths’ perfect parents.
A secret they may all wish had stayed hidden…
290 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 26, 2024
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J.A. Baker
24 books338 followersJ. A. Baker was born and brought up in the North East of England.
When she's not writing and thinking up new and inventive ways of killing off her fictional characters, or looking after her young grandchildren, she can be found pottering around her garden with her madcap dog, Theo or in a coffee shop eating cake with her long suffering husband.
When she's not writing and thinking up new and inventive ways of killing off her fictional characters, or looking after her young grandchildren, she can be found pottering around her garden with her madcap dog, Theo or in a coffee shop eating cake with her long suffering husband.
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January 9, 2024
I suppose I have an unpopular opinion here about this book. However, I agreed to do an honest review so that's what this is. This book opens with an unknown girl dying on the floor. We don't know who or why. Next, the parents in this book jump off a bridge into a freezing cold river in a suicide pact.
This leaves Flo, Jessica, and Ezra, who are grown, without parents and the task of emptying the massive Arnett house where they all lived. The father was a very mean man who constantly ridiculed and punished the kids before they moved out and ruled with an iron fist.
The rest of the story divides between all 3 kids and the parents before the suiide pact. We hear over and over how much they hated their father and how they are recovering from the trauma of growing up with a father like that. In between, other things happen... the town is gossiping about the family, people are caught looking in the windows, etc. etc.
I was downright bored, reading and reading, waiting for some sort of action to happen. Yes, I felt bad for the now grown kids. I couldn't imagine growing up in fear. When we finally reach the end of the book, the ending is quick and lackluster. When I saw it was over, I had to read back to see if I missed something. Not at all what I was expecting.
Thank you to Netgalley and Boldwell Books for the ARC. I greatly appreciate it. I do not recommend this book. I do like this author but this book was not for me.
This leaves Flo, Jessica, and Ezra, who are grown, without parents and the task of emptying the massive Arnett house where they all lived. The father was a very mean man who constantly ridiculed and punished the kids before they moved out and ruled with an iron fist.
The rest of the story divides between all 3 kids and the parents before the suiide pact. We hear over and over how much they hated their father and how they are recovering from the trauma of growing up with a father like that. In between, other things happen... the town is gossiping about the family, people are caught looking in the windows, etc. etc.
I was downright bored, reading and reading, waiting for some sort of action to happen. Yes, I felt bad for the now grown kids. I couldn't imagine growing up in fear. When we finally reach the end of the book, the ending is quick and lackluster. When I saw it was over, I had to read back to see if I missed something. Not at all what I was expecting.
Thank you to Netgalley and Boldwell Books for the ARC. I greatly appreciate it. I do not recommend this book. I do like this author but this book was not for me.
February 26, 2024
#After asking the authors view I am going to mention a trigger warning re suicide and the description of those events in this book#
Always look forward to a new book by this author as they always have a good vibrant story alongside a set of characters to get involved with
A stunning cover and a very intense harrowing opening leads to a story of lies, manipulation and secrets built on wealth and hidden by reputation
Grieving siblings have to come to terms with shocking events but are things as they seem? And will they wish they didn’t find out the truth they so crave ( you can guess the answer to that! )
Set in the North East it was great to see Redcar get a mention, a place I have good memories of as a young child
The writing is intense and description of feelings rich and I daresay could be described as a ‘slow burner’ but that is not a criticism and in this book builds the tension and the story
Another good book from this author who guarantees a worthy and interesting read…
Always look forward to a new book by this author as they always have a good vibrant story alongside a set of characters to get involved with
A stunning cover and a very intense harrowing opening leads to a story of lies, manipulation and secrets built on wealth and hidden by reputation
Grieving siblings have to come to terms with shocking events but are things as they seem? And will they wish they didn’t find out the truth they so crave ( you can guess the answer to that! )
Set in the North East it was great to see Redcar get a mention, a place I have good memories of as a young child
The writing is intense and description of feelings rich and I daresay could be described as a ‘slow burner’ but that is not a criticism and in this book builds the tension and the story
Another good book from this author who guarantees a worthy and interesting read…
May 9, 2024
One of the worst books I ever read. Boring, boring, boring!
The parents have committed suicide and their grown up kids tell us on each page over and over again, 300 times or so, how much they hated their father. Page after page. Then, suddenly the mother is still alive, but doesn't want anybody to know that she is still alive. Also, she had an affair with one of their employees. One of the children finds out that she was not one of her kids, but had a different mother and is not one of the sibling.
They house stinks
because there are too many
dead and alive mice.
Are you still reading this senseless bull?
Don't read this book. It's such a waste of time.
The parents have committed suicide and their grown up kids tell us on each page over and over again, 300 times or so, how much they hated their father. Page after page. Then, suddenly the mother is still alive, but doesn't want anybody to know that she is still alive. Also, she had an affair with one of their employees. One of the children finds out that she was not one of her kids, but had a different mother and is not one of the sibling.
They house stinks
because there are too many
dead and alive mice.
Are you still reading this senseless bull?
Don't read this book. It's such a waste of time.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 21, 2024
So this was a weird one for me lol. It’s not like I didn’t enjoy it? But it’s not like I didn’t hate it??
This started off really well, then somehow took a nose dive down the slow mountains which became an uphill battle for me 💀 more just because it felt so repetitive. Half way mark it started getting better with the twist and turns and had me questioning things. It was a bit predictable but most of it was like wtf lol. I did enjoy this book but something just wasn’t hitting for me. I was half expecting the ending but there was a twist thankfully.
This started off really well, then somehow took a nose dive down the slow mountains which became an uphill battle for me 💀 more just because it felt so repetitive. Half way mark it started getting better with the twist and turns and had me questioning things. It was a bit predictable but most of it was like wtf lol. I did enjoy this book but something just wasn’t hitting for me. I was half expecting the ending but there was a twist thankfully.
June 10, 2024
Not as good as it sounded. Very repetitive and sometimes boring. Not sure it was necessary for one of the characters to have to die and really didn’t care for the ending. It did keep me reading tho so 2 1/2 stars. Also it was free!
February 22, 2024
Jackson and Lydia Hemsworth are pillars of the community, feted for having the perfect marriage and three wonderful children – Florence, Jessica and Ezra. But appearances can be deceptive.
This is a case of a despicable man controlling the lives of his wife and three children. To the outside world Jackson Hemsworth is a well respected man but at home he rules his house with an iron fist and his wife and children live in fear of him. After many turbulent years, Jackson makes a pact with his wife Lydia to commit suicide by jumping off the notorious Newport Bridge. As they get closer to the moment of truth, it seems that Lydia may not be on board with this decision quite as much as Jackson thinks. The author does a great job in setting the scene with descriptive text that takes the reader wholly into this terrible event that is about to occur. The chapters dedicated from the parents give us more insight into their thought processes and provide hints as to where all this darkness stems from. The question being asked is why would they do this, why would Lydia feel that she needs to agree with her husband who is making this horrifying decision and what is Jackson hoping to achieve, apart from taking his life and the life of the woman who has put up with his abuse for many years?
After their deaths we find out more of the back story to their lives and what leads to this very dramatic outcome. The three children left behind begin the arduous task of clearing out the family home so that it can be sold, hoping to irradicate their lives away from these awful circumstances but there are surprises and shocks in store as this process moves forward, family secrets will be uncovered and these young adult lives will be changed forever.
This is definitely a slow burn, the story does not come at you at a fast pace but builds, the scene is set and the characters portrayed which will make you wish to keep reading to find out how this will all resolve, you will be looking for answers to questions that are going around in your head but are you on the right track as to where this is going? I have to say I really enjoyed this book from the first page and found myself quickly engrossed in the story. Some may say the characters do not have a lot of depth but I found that I became to know them quite well and I was invested in finding out how they would deal with revelations that have been thrown at them.
Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for an advanced copy of the book. All opinions expressed are my own.
This is a case of a despicable man controlling the lives of his wife and three children. To the outside world Jackson Hemsworth is a well respected man but at home he rules his house with an iron fist and his wife and children live in fear of him. After many turbulent years, Jackson makes a pact with his wife Lydia to commit suicide by jumping off the notorious Newport Bridge. As they get closer to the moment of truth, it seems that Lydia may not be on board with this decision quite as much as Jackson thinks. The author does a great job in setting the scene with descriptive text that takes the reader wholly into this terrible event that is about to occur. The chapters dedicated from the parents give us more insight into their thought processes and provide hints as to where all this darkness stems from. The question being asked is why would they do this, why would Lydia feel that she needs to agree with her husband who is making this horrifying decision and what is Jackson hoping to achieve, apart from taking his life and the life of the woman who has put up with his abuse for many years?
After their deaths we find out more of the back story to their lives and what leads to this very dramatic outcome. The three children left behind begin the arduous task of clearing out the family home so that it can be sold, hoping to irradicate their lives away from these awful circumstances but there are surprises and shocks in store as this process moves forward, family secrets will be uncovered and these young adult lives will be changed forever.
This is definitely a slow burn, the story does not come at you at a fast pace but builds, the scene is set and the characters portrayed which will make you wish to keep reading to find out how this will all resolve, you will be looking for answers to questions that are going around in your head but are you on the right track as to where this is going? I have to say I really enjoyed this book from the first page and found myself quickly engrossed in the story. Some may say the characters do not have a lot of depth but I found that I became to know them quite well and I was invested in finding out how they would deal with revelations that have been thrown at them.
Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for an advanced copy of the book. All opinions expressed are my own.
June 19, 2024
Miserable characters and a miserable plot. Skimmed the last half of the book, very repetitive story. The title in description about perfect parents is also misleading, everyone in the town and family knew the Dad was a scumbag and there were no “dark secrets to unearth” in this story. Unless you consider someone who lives in a big house a “perfect parent” you will be bored. Yawn. Next.
May 26, 2024
Rubbish. Too many words. Repetitive. Unlikely plot
February 26, 2024
A gripping read!
Lydia and Jackson Hemsworth are pillars of the local community living in Armett House, a listed building. Their children have grown up and moved out, but both they and the townsfolk are shocked when the parents jump off Newport Bridge in a joint suicide pact. Flo, Ezra and Jessica have to face their father's funeral but they can't even do that for their mother as her body hasn't been recovered. So clearing Armett House ready for sale is the best thing to do - it keeps them busy and stops them overthinking why the locals are suddenly hostile. Armett House has dark secrets - will they be uncovered or laid to rest?
My nose was glued to the page throughout this one; crisply written and with plenty happening it was so easy to just keep reading as there was always something happening! With a few shocks and surprises along the way, it really was a psychological thriller worthy of the name. Thoroughly enjoyed, easily earning all five stars and my recommendation.
Lydia and Jackson Hemsworth are pillars of the local community living in Armett House, a listed building. Their children have grown up and moved out, but both they and the townsfolk are shocked when the parents jump off Newport Bridge in a joint suicide pact. Flo, Ezra and Jessica have to face their father's funeral but they can't even do that for their mother as her body hasn't been recovered. So clearing Armett House ready for sale is the best thing to do - it keeps them busy and stops them overthinking why the locals are suddenly hostile. Armett House has dark secrets - will they be uncovered or laid to rest?
My nose was glued to the page throughout this one; crisply written and with plenty happening it was so easy to just keep reading as there was always something happening! With a few shocks and surprises along the way, it really was a psychological thriller worthy of the name. Thoroughly enjoyed, easily earning all five stars and my recommendation.
February 18, 2025
Meh, tyckte detta var en bok som lät otroligt spännande men som inte riktigt levererade därefter. Slutet kom lite som en chock, men mycket av handlingen och tvisterna var oerhört förutsägbara, vilket drar ner betyget rejält.
June 24, 2024
After their parents throw themselves off a bridge in a suicide pact, siblings Flo, Jess, and Ezra become the center of their hometown’s attention. Gossips and accusations get around. Mysterious incidents and disappearance happen.
Told from multiple perspectives, this could have been a terrific thriller if not for the slow pace and repetitive narrative. The overly descriptive writing does not allow the reader to make their own investigative conclusions, but rather just follow the characters’ perspectives. 2.5 stars rounded up to 3.
Told from multiple perspectives, this could have been a terrific thriller if not for the slow pace and repetitive narrative. The overly descriptive writing does not allow the reader to make their own investigative conclusions, but rather just follow the characters’ perspectives. 2.5 stars rounded up to 3.
July 1, 2024
I enjoyed this book and would love to watch it as a movie!
July 23, 2024
Really enjoyed this! Kept me hooked right throughout!!
June 6, 2024
Read 50%, and nothing had rally happened, so I skimmed the last half of the book. This could have been a great book hut it was a little slow for me.
July 9, 2024
Could of been really good!
There just wasn’t enough substance or depth to the story. It was all very vague and each sister just kept having internal conversations and saying the same thing over and over. In order to finish the book I had to skip over much of what they were thinking and just read what they said to each other.
There just wasn’t enough substance or depth to the story. It was all very vague and each sister just kept having internal conversations and saying the same thing over and over. In order to finish the book I had to skip over much of what they were thinking and just read what they said to each other.
March 14, 2024
Wow! There are so much going on in this book in a good way!
The book starts off with two death scenes within the prologue and first chapter.. I was immediately intrigued, desperately wanting to know what was going on and if these deaths were related. The second scene involves an older couple, jumping to their deaths off a bridge into the frigid waters. It is quite dramatic, shocking, and sad. The book then shifts into present day, with the introduction of the couple's kids, Flo, Jessica, and Ezra.
The daughters become the main narrators of the book, going back and forth between their point of views. I love multiple narration. Not only does it tell the story from different views, offering insights into how differently people can perceive things, it also makes the reader question who they trust/what POV they can rely on.
As the story continues, the family is thrown into more turmoil. There is more shocking deaths, questions on true family ties, and some absolutely shocking revelations at the end (more than one!). The title of the book is The Perfect Parents, and this is a thrilling story showing the difference in relationships between children and their parents; a story of how one parent can destroy a child, while another would risk everything to protect them.
The book starts off with two death scenes within the prologue and first chapter.. I was immediately intrigued, desperately wanting to know what was going on and if these deaths were related. The second scene involves an older couple, jumping to their deaths off a bridge into the frigid waters. It is quite dramatic, shocking, and sad. The book then shifts into present day, with the introduction of the couple's kids, Flo, Jessica, and Ezra.
The daughters become the main narrators of the book, going back and forth between their point of views. I love multiple narration. Not only does it tell the story from different views, offering insights into how differently people can perceive things, it also makes the reader question who they trust/what POV they can rely on.
As the story continues, the family is thrown into more turmoil. There is more shocking deaths, questions on true family ties, and some absolutely shocking revelations at the end (more than one!). The title of the book is The Perfect Parents, and this is a thrilling story showing the difference in relationships between children and their parents; a story of how one parent can destroy a child, while another would risk everything to protect them.
April 27, 2024
The author doesn’t understand what a half sister is and this totally ruined the book for me. She totally messed the story up by this error. Ezra and Amber are not blood related in ANY way. Flo is half sister to Amber, they have the same mother. Huge error as story was based on Amber and Ezra being half brother and sister They aren’t… also annoying for people who have half siblings reading this. Get your facts straight please.
March 6, 2024
Absolutely loved this book. Shocks and twists all over the place. Definitely recommend.
July 1, 2024
could have been better
This was such a slow and drawn out book. So many things left unsaid and could have had the potential to have the story elaborated on more.
This was such a slow and drawn out book. So many things left unsaid and could have had the potential to have the story elaborated on more.
August 16, 2024
Meh. Twist at the end was okay but not terribly shocking. 80% of the book was mostly dragging on about each of the characters’ feelings about their childhood, which became repetitive and slow.
September 19, 2024
It seemed a little all over the place, trying to include all tragedies into one story. I expected a big twist, a big reveal but it was all pretty predictable and lack luster. Sorry but not for me
January 11, 2024
In "The Perfect Parents," author J.A. Baker creates an engaging family mystery that explores the hidden shadows under the façade of the perfect Hemsworth family. This thrilling tale introduces readers to a rollercoaster ride of emotions as they discover the truth about the tragic joint suicide of Hemsworth parents and the secrets that the children must deal with.
Lydia Hemsworth and Jackson are esteemed members of their society, looked up to because of their perfect marriage and perfectly behaved kids. But as the story progresses, it is revealed that appearances are deceiving. Jackson's cruel and controlling self pits a long shadow over their perfect life, leaving their children scared and afraid.
Jackson and Lydia's shocking suicide pact is the ultimate act of manipulation and control. This incident triggers Florence, Jessica, Ezra, and Hemsworth's siblings to return to their family house and face the consequences of their parent's deeds. As they struggle to deal with their grieving and try to figure out the truth about their parents' last deed, they must deal with a hostile community and unexpected visitors at Armett House.
The strong point of this novel is that Baker can create a true feeling of suspense and intrigue. The pacing is masterfully created, so readers are on the edge of their seats as they are plunged into the Hemsworths' dark history. Baker intertwines several storylines, unveiling the family's secrets bit by bit without uncovering the mystery.
The characters in "The Perfect Parents" are adequately developed and relatable because each has flaws and complications. The Hemsworth siblings give an incredibly captivating performance as they attempt to understand their shortcomings while trying to accept their parents' actions. Their self-discovery and healing journey makes their narrative more layered and profound.
One minor criticism of the book is that some plot twists may seem a little predictable to readers of mystery novels. However, this minor flaw is independent of the strength of the storytelling and the well-developed characters.
In conclusion, "The Perfect Parents" is a thrilling and stimulating read that keeps its readers hooked until the very last page. Baker has created a spine-chilling family mystery that tackles the intricacies of human nature and the havoc that mystery and secrets can wreak. Psychological thrillers and domestic drama fans will enjoy adding this book to their reading lists.
Thank you to Boldwood Books, and NetGalley for allowing me to read and review this book.
Lydia Hemsworth and Jackson are esteemed members of their society, looked up to because of their perfect marriage and perfectly behaved kids. But as the story progresses, it is revealed that appearances are deceiving. Jackson's cruel and controlling self pits a long shadow over their perfect life, leaving their children scared and afraid.
Jackson and Lydia's shocking suicide pact is the ultimate act of manipulation and control. This incident triggers Florence, Jessica, Ezra, and Hemsworth's siblings to return to their family house and face the consequences of their parent's deeds. As they struggle to deal with their grieving and try to figure out the truth about their parents' last deed, they must deal with a hostile community and unexpected visitors at Armett House.
The strong point of this novel is that Baker can create a true feeling of suspense and intrigue. The pacing is masterfully created, so readers are on the edge of their seats as they are plunged into the Hemsworths' dark history. Baker intertwines several storylines, unveiling the family's secrets bit by bit without uncovering the mystery.
The characters in "The Perfect Parents" are adequately developed and relatable because each has flaws and complications. The Hemsworth siblings give an incredibly captivating performance as they attempt to understand their shortcomings while trying to accept their parents' actions. Their self-discovery and healing journey makes their narrative more layered and profound.
One minor criticism of the book is that some plot twists may seem a little predictable to readers of mystery novels. However, this minor flaw is independent of the strength of the storytelling and the well-developed characters.
In conclusion, "The Perfect Parents" is a thrilling and stimulating read that keeps its readers hooked until the very last page. Baker has created a spine-chilling family mystery that tackles the intricacies of human nature and the havoc that mystery and secrets can wreak. Psychological thrillers and domestic drama fans will enjoy adding this book to their reading lists.
Thank you to Boldwood Books, and NetGalley for allowing me to read and review this book.
November 4, 2025
This was a super cheap snag on Chirp, so I listened to the audio. The vocal cadence was a little strange, with unnecessary pauses in weird places, and unusual pronunciations, which is super distracting. But the story was engaging enough, and I stuck around to figure out the mystery of it all!
It was sort of a typical British thriller… when tragedy strikes, lots of secrets come out of the woodworks. Dubious parentage, some light accidental murder, and a suicide pact, gone awry. The concept of different siblings in the same household all having different versions of trauma from crappy parents is all too relatable. This is definitely going to be a triggering read for some!
As far as writing quality goes, I’m not a fan of discoveries or realizations in the plot coming to light because a character just suddenly remembered something, rather than through intelligence, cunning, or investigation. Like the memory just dropped in from space and now we’re on our way to having things all figured out. I think it’s lazy writing. And for the last 2 1/2 hours of this, I was very ready for it to be over…
I didn’t predict the twist at the end, but I wasn’t shocked by it either.
It was sort of a typical British thriller… when tragedy strikes, lots of secrets come out of the woodworks. Dubious parentage, some light accidental murder, and a suicide pact, gone awry. The concept of different siblings in the same household all having different versions of trauma from crappy parents is all too relatable. This is definitely going to be a triggering read for some!
As far as writing quality goes, I’m not a fan of discoveries or realizations in the plot coming to light because a character just suddenly remembered something, rather than through intelligence, cunning, or investigation. Like the memory just dropped in from space and now we’re on our way to having things all figured out. I think it’s lazy writing. And for the last 2 1/2 hours of this, I was very ready for it to be over…
I didn’t predict the twist at the end, but I wasn’t shocked by it either.
March 1, 2024
When Jackson and Lydia Hemsworth throw themselves off Newport Bridge into the freezing cold water below in a joint suicide pact , their three children are left to deal with the aftermath ..Returning to their childhood home , Florence , Jessica and Ezra are not only traumatised by the act itself , but have to listen to the chinese whispers from the locals..with this and their memories of their gentle mother , and the nightmarish childhood with a cold cruel father they begin to clear the house to have a purpose...But within the silent walls of Arnett House there are secrets ...and the higher you build the walls around your heart ...the harder you fall when someone finally breaks them down ..5 stars Cold ...Emotive and Absolutely Gripping ..
February 17, 2024
3.5 stars
This is more of a family drama than a psychological thriller, but is still a good read.
The book begins with Lydia and Jackson throwing themselves off a bridge into the depths of the river below.
Their three children, Florence, Jessica and Ezra are heartbroken at the loss of their mother but are relieved in some ways that their father is gone.
They agree to sort out their parents things together but they discover a few secrets that have been buried over the years.
There’s more shocks in store for the family and they wonder how they will get through this.
Thanks to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.
This is more of a family drama than a psychological thriller, but is still a good read.
The book begins with Lydia and Jackson throwing themselves off a bridge into the depths of the river below.
Their three children, Florence, Jessica and Ezra are heartbroken at the loss of their mother but are relieved in some ways that their father is gone.
They agree to sort out their parents things together but they discover a few secrets that have been buried over the years.
There’s more shocks in store for the family and they wonder how they will get through this.
Thanks to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.
February 3, 2024
This was a really enthralling psychological thriller read and I devoured it pretty fast.
It's packed with action and lots of twists and turns all throughout the book.
I was pulled into this story from the ominous first chapter right up to the end. Just when I thought it was all wrapped up, another shocking revelation was brought to light.
Told from multiple POVs and different timelines the story unfolds in a masterful way that will captivate readers and leave you incapable of putting it down.
Complete with interesting characters, gossiping neighbours, deep dark family secrets and a creepy old mansion you won't regret giving this one a try.
A special thank you to Netgalley, Boldwood Books and J.A Baker for my eARC of this book
All opinions are 100% my own and I am leaving my review voluntarily.
It's packed with action and lots of twists and turns all throughout the book.
I was pulled into this story from the ominous first chapter right up to the end. Just when I thought it was all wrapped up, another shocking revelation was brought to light.
Told from multiple POVs and different timelines the story unfolds in a masterful way that will captivate readers and leave you incapable of putting it down.
Complete with interesting characters, gossiping neighbours, deep dark family secrets and a creepy old mansion you won't regret giving this one a try.
A special thank you to Netgalley, Boldwood Books and J.A Baker for my eARC of this book
All opinions are 100% my own and I am leaving my review voluntarily.
August 23, 2024
Mixed feelings on this, can’t make up my mind. Generally, not a massive fan of the writing style and the fact that the POVs kept changing and some are written in first person and some in third person.
Slow paced and some things that happened felt very unnecessary, but an easy book to read as a time filler in queues (I got this for free on the kindle app on my phone and read it whilst queueing at a theme park).
Appreciated the free book, did get into it enough to read the whole thing very quickly but the final 20 pages or so were weak.
Slow paced and some things that happened felt very unnecessary, but an easy book to read as a time filler in queues (I got this for free on the kindle app on my phone and read it whilst queueing at a theme park).
Appreciated the free book, did get into it enough to read the whole thing very quickly but the final 20 pages or so were weak.
February 3, 2025
Great book that kept my interest all the way.
Only complaint is I was getting a bit bored which the whole childhood trauma but it never really delved into it. We didn’t get the siblings discussing their experiences and abuses and it got a bit tiresome to hear them constantly be triggered but not doing anything with it. I was expecting a big twist so the one we got was a little disappointing and expected.
Honestly not a fault of the author and I already will read more of her books as it was still a great read.
Only complaint is I was getting a bit bored which the whole childhood trauma but it never really delved into it. We didn’t get the siblings discussing their experiences and abuses and it got a bit tiresome to hear them constantly be triggered but not doing anything with it. I was expecting a big twist so the one we got was a little disappointing and expected.
Honestly not a fault of the author and I already will read more of her books as it was still a great read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 25, 2024
Oh wow - what a ride.
But in the end it actually looks like a real family - you could also call it a "Bloodline Party":
If you think, I will give anything away, you are badly mistaken...
You have to figure out and experience the whole mess of these Parents and their off-spring yourself !
All I say it:
You have to read it and I totally recommend reading it, but be aware that you might get confused of parentages....
Enjoyable !
But in the end it actually looks like a real family - you could also call it a "Bloodline Party":
If you think, I will give anything away, you are badly mistaken...
You have to figure out and experience the whole mess of these Parents and their off-spring yourself !
All I say it:
You have to read it and I totally recommend reading it, but be aware that you might get confused of parentages....
Enjoyable !
February 25, 2024
Three siblings are brought back together by the death of their parents. They grew up in the small town where their parents lived and died and the rumor mill about the family is running strong. The twists just keep coming with this story. It’s told in multiple POV which I love because I get to see inside the characters heads more. It is fun read that keeps you guessing.
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