This reminds me a bit of one of Riley Sager's novels about a NYC building with a spooky past and a building that seems to be alive as much as the strange folks living in it. And no better way to get into such a historical place than to inherit the apartment, right?

Even with my skepticism that this book would be a bit of a well-played plot line, I still entered into it with high hopes. I can't say it quite met those hopes, but much like your favorite movie that you watch again and again even thought you know the outcome, I still enjoyed this book.

The New Coupke in 5B by Lisa Unger
Thank you so much netgalley for the opportunity to read this kne early on exchange for a honest review of the ecopy.
Publication date of this book was March 5th so you are in luck this one is available now on Amazon and other popular platforms.
While this one was a slow burn for me when it got hot it was hot so to say Lisa Unger did it again would be an understatement. This book had me guessing till the very end! So many twists and turns and suffice to say I did not guess whar was to happen next!, Boy was I in for a surprise!!!
Another five star read from Lisa Unger!!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thanks again!!!

A wonderfully menacing atmosphere. Rosie and Chad have inherited a beautiful apartment in the historic Windemere in NYC, and coincidentally, Rosie is writing a book on the sinister history of the building. All seems great when they move in, but it seems that Chad is not being truthful, the doorman is too involved with the lives of tenants, and ghosts might roam the hallways. The Windemere apartment setting felt almost claustrophobic, and the characters of Rosie and Chad were fully developed. Unfortunately, I was disappointed with the ending; I felt it didn't deliver after that feeling of dread and was predictable. But this is a solid thriller with supernatural undertones.

Lisa Unger’s newest book is a combination of suspense/thriller with a definite addition of supernatural woo-woo to keep readers on their toes and ready for anything to happen. That is the key to enjoying this book…expect the unexpected. When Rosie and Chad Lowan inherit an upscale apartment from Chad’s Uncle Ivan, they are thrilled about “moving on up.” But when Rosie notices some odd things happening in the Windermere, her delight turns to wondering if she could possibly be in danger there. This book has so many twists and turns that it was head-spinningly brilliant! With a complex plot, a dual timeline, characters that were somewhat unreliable (but the readers don’t really know who is telling the truth until much later in the story), this is a perfect book to keep one engaged with the lights on (and maybe a police car on standby in the driveway). I loved the fast-paced plot in which all of the subterfuge of the various characters was methodically revealed, but my favorite was that the building itself was personified and had its own spooky characterization. Captivating read with intricate plot threads that were masterfully woven together! This is one of Unger’s best books and not to be missed by fans of addictive thrillers that are unique, edgy and compelling.
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I find that I don't have patience for slow burn stories. I'm definitely someone who enjoys a faster,more engaging pace. So, while this book wasn't for me, I have no doubt that others will enjoy it.

I will say that I did not guess the ending and the twists were good. But, by the time I got to them at the end, I had just lost interest in the characters. I also appreciated the paranormal aspects of this book.

I'm giving this 3 ⭐️ because it is a story with a good plot. It's my issue alone that I lack the patience to get through it.

As always, I would like to thank Netgalley and Harlequin publishing for giving me an advanced ebook and physical copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Is 2024 the year of thrillers, besties? I swear there are so many great thriller releases already and it’s just March!

Definitely add The New Couple in 5B to your list if you want a story with:
▪️creepy NYC apartments
▪️spooky basement sightings
▪️Big Brother vibes
▪️urban legends about a prewar building
▪️Rosemary’s Baby theme

Ive enjoyed this book a lot! I like it when my thrillers have some paranormal elements to them vs gore so I definitely enjoyed reading this with all the cult-ish vibes and spooky stuff going on.

If the narratives were a little less, it would’ve probably had better pacing for me and would have been an easy 5⭐️ read.

For people who loved Lock Every Door by Riley Sager, definitely add this one to the list!

For the plot, basically this is about a couple who inherited a luxurious apartment in one of the prewar buildings in NYC. I think that’s all I would say. 😂 But know that there will be jumping timelines, ghosts, urban legends, creepy vibes, and an ending with a pretty good twist!

Thank you so much @htpbooks for sending me a copy of this book!!

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC of this book. This was a fantastic read!! The storyline was twisty and suspenseful. The character were great as was the atmosphere of the building the story takes place in. I thought I had an idea about what was going on but NO! I had no clue until the end. Highly recommend

This book was an intriguing, twisty and suspenseful read set in a New York City historic prewar apartment building called the Windermere. There was slow burn suspense, mixed with unexpected twists, and a bit of the supernatural!

Rosie and Chad inherit this historic apartment from Chad’s uncle Ivan when he passes. There’s a dark history to the building and Rosie, who is an author, is ready to find out all she can for her next book. The story jumps back and forth in time to a previous apartment tenant in the 1960s, which provides more background story to some of the current residents.

Immediately weird things start to happen around Rosie upon moving in. There’s a creepy doorman who seems to know everything. Rosie may or may not be seeing things as well.

While this was a slow burn suspense, it picks up a lot near the end, with murders and a lot of questions getting answered. I didn’t predict the ending, but found it entertaining. Then, when I thought the main action was over, more twists and turns kept happening!

🎧 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚:
🔷 Psychological Thrillers
🔷 Rosemarys Baby Vibes
🔷 Locked Room Mystery
🔷 Historic Prewar Apartments
🔷 Dark History

I grew up in New York City and loved the setting for this book. Windermere is the building that Rosie and Chad wind up living in. His uncle owned apartment 5B, and both of them are surprised that he left it to them when he died. It’s a beautiful old building with a ton of history, both good and bad.
Everything about the building seems fine at first glance. Rosie is an author, and she wants to write a book about the Windermere’s past. She soon discovers the well-maintained façade, and the oh so pleasant tenants may be hiding dark secrets. As the story progresses, Rosie becomes more and more uncertain if she can trust anyone associated with this building. Even her husband is acting suspicious. Is she really seeing ghosts or has her imagination, her past, and her fears just taken over.
I had quite a few theories regarding what was actually going on. While I did look twice at everyone, I never came close to figuring out the why. Do not skip the acknowledgments! The story behind this book is fascinating.

I was excited to read this book based on the description and because I know Lisa Unger is a safe bet for a great read.

It took me longer to get through this book than I expected however once I was pulled in, I could not put it down, no matter how much I was annoyed by so many aspects in the story. I just had to know what was going to happen! And that just shows me how great Lisa Unger is as an author.

The book elicited such strong reactions from me regarding the characters. From the start I HATED Chad and my dislike for him continued throughout the book. And I eventually became annoyed at all the stupid decisions Rosie was blindly making. Then I was questioning the motives of all of the characters. I kept telling everyone around me about the story and how I was having a reaction to it.

Then I was thrown off that there was a paranormal thread to the book (and I'm not a ghost fan) but it didnt put me off the story and instead made me more intrigued. Especially when the story started to layer the past and the present.

The payoff in the end was better than I was expecting and I really appreciated that. Overall it was a great read that I'd suggest to others.

I received an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley and a Goodreads giveaway (all opinions are my own) and I’m sooo glad I did. I had never read Lisa Unger before but I will most definitely be picking up her other books now.

From the first chapter I was hooked, I’m not sure what that says about my personality!! I had never been a fan of this genre before but Lisa’s writing style pulls you in and makes you forget the scary parts just happened so you’re looking for the next surprise. Even though I thought I knew who was behind all of the craziness at the Windermere, there were too many twists and turns to be certain. I didn’t see the end coming but I loved every page.

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𝕋𝕙𝕖 ℕ𝕖𝕨 ℂ𝕠𝕦𝕡𝕝𝕖 𝕚𝕟 𝟝𝔹
𝗟𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗨𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿
Thriller
384 pages

Sʜᴏᴿᴛ Sʏɴᴏᴘsɪs
Rosie and Chad inherit a high-end apartment. It just so happens that Rosie is writing a book about this building because of all the deaths that have occurred there. After moving in, life gets quite strange. Is the building haunted, or is there something else going on?

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I couldn’t read this book fast enough. Whenever I thought I had something figured out, wham-o, I was wrong. It is a story about an author writing a book about the murders in a supposedly haunted building, then living in the building as she continues to write about it; it is just so darn good!

No one is as they seem. You will find yourself engaged with the characters, switching opinions of them as you go. Rosie and Chad are a tough couple to figure out, but alas, you will by the end. I loved how the story revolved around the Windermere, a distinctive, old building in New York.

This story zips by. Before I knew it, I was done reading it and having a bit of a book hangover. It is exciting to dig into a book and realize I can’t stand not knowing what will happen next every time I have to put it down. If you like thrillers that throw you for a loop and keep you guessing, this might be one for you!

💕Thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for sharing this ebook with me.

Lisa Unger never misses. I loved the plot, and Unger's ability to write tense scenes is unmatched. I always look forward to her books, and I will certainly be recommending this one to all my book friends.

Only Murders in the Building vibes, but without the comedy. I was interested in the story - it was a slow burn, but kept me turning the pages. You find out early on that there is a supernatural aspect to the story, so keep that in mind depending on your reading preferences.

Amazing book!!! You can not stop reading . The plot is unique . You will never guess until the end. The characters are well developed . I just loved it . I recommend this book !

Ruth Ware meets Simone St James in this haunting thriller whose ghosts will leave your spine tingling and the mysteries flowing..Don't miss it!

Thank you NetGalley and Ms. Unger for giving me the opportunity to review "The New Couple in 5B." This was a fast paced thriller with a dash of ghosts. I loved how the book is full of twists and turns. There are many surprises throughout the novel. A good choice for fans of Riley Sager. You won't be disappointed.

This is my 1st novel by Lisa Unger, but certainly not my last. When a young couple, Rosie & Chad are bequeathed an apartment in a historical building, they think their future is looking up. Weird events begin to unfurl, and the residents are their own set of odd. It quickly becomes known that this building has been the home of many tragedies. Can a building really be haunted? If so, can it be cleansed, and its spirits find closure? Or maybe certain people are behind the mounting number of curious and scary occurrences. Paradise found or doomed? Thanks to Harlequin Trade & NetGalley for this ARC. This is my honest review.

Another great read by Lisa Unger!

Rosie and Chad inherit a luxury apartment, but after moving in, something isn't quite right. I really enjoyed the creepy supernatural vibe, but I won't say more about it for fear of spoilers.

I loved how the book flipped between the present and the history of the building, where we got to see the previous tenants of the building.

I found the ending to be a little predictable, but I read a lot of thrillers, and I didn't mind. I loved the ride.

This is my first time reading a title from Lisa Unger. There were several times when the story lagged and it took me longer than I thought it would to finish this novel. Although I am a fan of the mystery/thriller genre, I wasn't a fan of the paranormal element.