This is hands down my favorite Riley Sager book! I know Final Girls is being turned into a movie, but I would LOVE to see Lock Every Door turned into a movie as well. The scenes in this book would be amazing on the screen. There is just so much to pull from! It reminded me just a little bit of Single White Female (which to this day remains one of my favorite scary movies) with just a pinch of The Shining.

-Creepy high end old hotel? Check.
-Creepy basement scenes? Check.
-Dumbwaiter which obviously get used for things unrelated to food? Check.
-Reclusive rich people? Check.
-Descriptions of NYC and Central Park? Check.
-Messed up plot twist. Check!

If you like Sager’s previous work, you’ll absolutely love this one!

“This place isn’t kind to gentle souls. It chews them up and swallows them whole.”

After being laid off and walking in on her boyfriend cheating on her in the same day, Jules’ life spirals further out of control until she’s stuck on her best friends couch with no job prospects and no money. Then an ad online brings her to the Bartholomew, one of the most famous buildings in Manhattan, surrounded by intrigue, rumors, and secrecy, where she is literally being paid to live in a luxurious apartment for three months. Life is finally looking up until a fellow temporary resident suddenly disappears.

I don’t think Jules and I could be friends in real life but in the context of the book, I enjoyed being inside her head and following along with the mystery. There was plenty of misdirection and breadcrumbing but in the good, adding depth to the story sense, not in the author is trying to deliberately trick me sense. Certain pieces were easy to pick up on but the whole puzzle was amazingly unexpected. And on the topic of realism... is it plausible? Just barely, and that’s what makes it great.

A suspense thriller that brings to mind the great Ira Levin and early Sidney Sheldon. Once you start, you can’t put it down, and it’s a thrilling ride from start to finish.

Wow! This novel completely blew me away! I loved Final Girls so I was delighted to see on Instagram that Dutton was granting our wishes. This book has a great twisted and multi-layered plot, a strong female protagonist, and creepy secrets that lead you astray until--bam--the ending you weren't expecting! When Jules moves into the Bartholomew as a 3-month "apartment sitter" she is awed by the grandeur and lavish furnishings. Even better is the job pays $4,000/month for her just to live there. Too good to be true? Hmmm. But there are rules, lots of rules: don't disturb the other residents, no visitors, must spend every night there. As Jules warms to the plan, she meets several other young "sitters" as well as some of the eccentric elderly residents and a handsome young doctor. But sinister happenings abound and the suspense mounts as Jules begins to investigate odd events that continue to plague the Bartholomew. What she uncovers is an intricate plot that is totally unexpected. I loved the gothic feel and paranormal vibe that this novel exudes. Bravo for another blockbuster thriller!

If there was ever a time that I would stand up and give a congratulatory slow clap to an author, it would be when I finished Lock Every Door Well done Mr. Sager. Well done. I am in absolute awe of the immeasurable amount of talent it takes to craft stories such as Final Girls, The Last Time I Lied, and Lock Every Door. Let me start off by explaining something that I think is very important to this review. I do not like reading electronically. In fact, if I had to rank my book preferences, they would be 1. Hardbacks, 2. Paperbacks, 3. Audiobooks, and 4. E-Books. I just don't like reading on a screen, which is probably why my Netgalley requests are always denied. However, when Dutton Books announced on Instagram that for the next 24 hours they would be granting all wishes for Lock Every Door, I immediately requested it despite my loathing of E-Books.

I began reading it on my iPad this morning and was finished by 5 p.m.

It was that good.

Sager does a remarkable job of creating strong female leads for each of his novels and this new book is no different. I found Jules to be such a powerful protagonist. Flawed and broken in the beginning, her determination and strength emerges with each turn of the page. She's relatable to readers on so many different levels, which makes the book even more appealing. You can't help but want to follow Jules through the rollercoaster that is The Bartholomew. I also enjoyed the structure of the narration, which coupled with Sager's short chapters, set the tone and pace of the book. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. One of my favorite things about Sager's writing is that there is always a hint of the creepy and paranormal, yet when you reach the climax the twists are always situations that could very well take place in real life. In this instance, I really hope that what was going on in The Bartholomew is not going on elsewhere, but again - you never know what's behind the facade.

I don't know if I can say that this is Sager's best one yet (I might just go back and re-read the other two), but it's worth the purchase when it comes out July 2. You will not be disappointed.

Wow, I loved this book and could not put it down! Such a unique story, .Just when I thought I knew what was going on, I was thrown a curveball! Great characters, great story! What a thriller. Now I am off to discover what other books I have missed by this author.

Lock Every Door was not what I was expecting at all! This thriller took the thriller genre and turned it on its' head. Full of twists, turns and suspense, Lock Every Door is a book not to be missed!

Jules feels like she has been granted a wish when she shows up at the Bartholomew to apartment sit. She only has a couple rules to follow and will receive quite a big paycheck to live in this exclusive building. Usually when things seem to good to be true, they are too good to be true. There are creepy stories surrounding the Bartholomew; witchcraft, murder, suicide, and hauntings.

Jules befriends another apartment sitter, Ingrid. Ingrid fills Jules with unease when she begins saying things don't seem right at the building. Ingrid confesses she's scared to live there and Jules can't imagine why. That is until she hears a scream at night. She rushes to Ingrid's apartment. Ingrid appears at the door, wide eyed and seemingly scared, but she tries to convince Jules all is well. The next morning, Jules finds out Ingrid has disappeared. Jules is told Ingrid just left, but Jules feels there is something more sinister happening. As Jules begins investigating more, she discovers many hidden and dark secrets of the Bartholomew. She now must be very careful, or she could be next.

Lock Every Door is creepy, spine tingling and left me feeling unnerved. The darkness of the book is very unsettling, and also provides a macabre atmosphere. As soon as Jules entered the Bartholomew, I knew this book was going to be very interesting!

Thank you to Netgalley and Dutton for this ARC.

Thank you Netgalley and Dutton for the ARC. I loved this book, it hooked me from the beginning and I read it in one day. The story mostly spanned six days, jumping from "now" to "past days" if that makes sense. I admit I had no idea what was going on and was totally shocked when it was all revealed, but did get a creepy vibe from the very beginning and would highly recommend this book. I will read more books but this author! #LockEveryDoor #NetGalley

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This book was amazing, even better than Sager's first two books in my opinion. There was one point where I thought the story was taking a certain direction and I was so disappointed, but then it went another way and it was perfect!

I liked the setting (except for the whole creepy factor, of course). I thought the concept was original and it was a great thriller.

He did it again, I don't know if this beats out Final Girls as my favorite Riley novel.. But I'm seriously considering rereading both to see. It was suspenseful, and terrifying, it was gripping, and had me unable to put it down until I knew what happened next. Every time I start the newest book, I finding myself wishing that Riley would write a book that isn't told from a females perspective. But, with that being said, he takes you on a journey and within a matter of a few pages I forget about it.. every time.

Riley Sager has fast become one of my favorite authors. His third novel does not disappoint. Lock Every Door finds the main character, Jules, moving into the grand apartment building in NYC, The Bartholomew, as an apartment sitter. Strange things are happening in this building and have been for a long time. Jules sets out to discover the truth about the Bartholomew and OMG was basically all I could say the whole time. I could not put this down! I read half of it in one sitting and only put it down because I had to work at 5am. I was sneaking glances at work, read at lunch and then got home and finished it. I love a good thriller where you’re so into it and you have no idea what is going to happen next. It’s not predictable. I had some small theories but was definitely wrong! The author did a great job of making us feel like we were right there in the Bartholomew, wary of every tenant and with a slightly elevated heart rate. strongly would recommend this book to any friend that asked and even those who don’t ask.

Lock Every Door is the story of a women, Jules, who is alone in every sense of the word. Due to recent unfortunate events, she decides to take a job that would set off a few red flags to people in a better position. She becomes an apartment sitter at the notorious Bartholomew building, a place surrounded by dark rumors and strict rules that must be followed. This leaders her down a spiral of uncovering what chilling events are going on there and who or what is behind them
It might be early but I have to say, I think this might be one of my favorite thrillers of the year. In true Sager form, the story is told in alternating time lines, the ‘now’ and the ‘before, which he weaves together flawlessly. I found both story lines kept me intrigued and on the edge of my seat the entire time. The book was just so atmospheric and dark, I loved it. Every time I thought I’d solved the big mystery, I found I was wrong time and time again. I will definitely be recommending this one to anyone in need a good thriller/suspense novel.

Lock Every Door is a riveting read. It begins when Jules, the protagonist, jumps at the opportunity of a lifetime: getting paid to be an apartment sitter in one of the glamorous apartments in The Bartholomew, a mysterious yet infamous NYC building. Several secretive characters work and reside there. The Bartholomew becomes a character in its own right through Sager’s rich descriptions and is simultaneously inviting and sinister. I could vividly picture the spiral staircase, old-fashioned elevator, gargoyles, and view of Central Park from apartment 12A. It’s obvious something isn’t right with The Bartholomew, though, and Sager does his fast-paced thriller thing to reveal just what that something is. His plot-driven writing kept me on my toes and had me guessing along with Jules the whole time. I loved it!

I loved this book. It was incredibly well written and atmospheric. I've read the previous two books by this author, but this is, by far, my favorite. I enjoyed that the author lead !y to believe one thing was going on, only to reveal it was something different entirely. I found it easy to root for the protagonist, Jules. Although I was able to figure out the general idea of what was going on fairly early on, I was thrown for a loop as to how INVOLVED everyone and everything was. Definitely, definitely a must read.

I didn’t think it was possible but I can confidently say that Riley Sager’s books get better and better and better. I’ve been a fan of his since Final Girls, and Lock Every Door is his best one yet. This is a character-driven thriller a level of suspense that will keep you on the edge of your swat. Like his other books, the only negative thing is that I wish I could reread it fresh so that I could experience everything for the first time all over again. Highly recommended.

This book was so much darker than her previous novels. It grabbed me from the start and I had to keep reading to see where she as going with this story line. It was creepy, spooky, and had a lot of twists and I did not see the ending coming

Riley Sager's books never disappoint! He has a knack for telling a fun thrilling story with every book he writes! I Can't wait for the next one.

This book is soo much darker than Riley Sager's other books, and I loved it! It's well paced, and reminded me of an Agatha Christie novel. There is a constant vibe of creepiness, urban legends, and haunted buildings. Jules is a strong female protagonist who, despite seeing and hearing all the spookiness in the hotel, is bent on solving the mystery of what's happening.

I was blindsided by the twist, and the intensity of the story builds until the very last page. I definitely recommend this book if you're looking for a good thriller.

Perfection.

That's my general reaction to anything by this author and Lock Every Door was no exception.

I am by no means an avid thriller reader, but if its a Riley Sager book I am reading it.

This book left me on edge, sleeping with one eye open, and giving my neighbors the stink eye in the elevator for a week straight

Not only is the central mystery enjoyable, the setting is intriguing, and the heroine is delightful.

One of my favorite things, was the frank discussion of wealth disparity. I did not expect my casual thriller read to speak to the millennial experience of living paycheck to paycheck, easily one paycheck away from homelessness, and seemingly disposable. #IFeelSeen

Also the Bartholomew was one of my favorite characters, creepy and old. I loved the idea of a murder house a la American Horror Story. So good!

I finished this book in less than eight hours, and jumped in two places, I'd give it 4 creepy stars out of 5.

Thank you NetGalley and Dutton books for the advance copy!

In true Riley Sager fashion, Lock Every Door is thrilling in every sense of the word. Gripping and electrifying, I could not put this one down!
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I would also like to mention that this is the first time I was able to figure out the “villain(s)” in a Sager novel before it was revealed. Third times the charm I guess 😅
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Jules Larsen has had a tough go but she just landed her dream job; a three month stint as an apartment sitter at the infamous Bartholomew. The jobs pays $12,000 and all Jules needs to do is live there and follow a few important rules: no visitors, no nights spent out of the apartment, and no bothering the prominent residents who reside there.

Fellow apartment sitter, Ingrid, befriends Jules. Jules is drawn to Ingrid because she reminds her of her sister Jane, who went disappeared years ago. Ingrid shares some concerns relating to the ominous past of the Bartholomew...the next day, Ingrid is gone.

Fueled by memories of her missing sister, Jules is adamant about finding Ingrid and discovering the truth about the Bartholomew, no matter how dangerous the task turns out to be.