Read this in July 2024 while boycotting SMP. I didn't write a review at the time of finishing and I
really should have but I did rate it 4 stars and I do remember enjoying it. I've enjoyed most of Sarah Pekkanen's novels, including co-authored with Greer Hendricks.

I always enjoy Sarah Pekkanen for her twisty psychological thrillers. Only problem is I never figure out the twists. And with this one, it’s even harder because everyone is lying and everyone is a suspect.

This is excellently plotted with past and present woven together like an intricate spider web. The house became its own character that was creepy and ominous and imparted a sense of foreboding that grabs you from the start. I couldn’t put it down.

Highly recommended if you like:
🔎 psychological thrillers
🔎 atmospheric reads
🔎 fast paced whodunnit

I didn't care for this book. It didn't capture my attention and I was bored throughout reading. I will say I wasn't expecting the ending and thought it was going a different direction, but it didn't make up for the journey to the end for me unfortunately.

**Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me an advanced copy of this book and in return I am submitting my unbiased and voluntary review and opinion. I am posting this review to my Goodreads account immediately and will post it to my Amazon & Instagram accounts upon publication.

A gripping psychological thriller that masterfully intertwines suspense and emotional depth. I love the fast-paced energy of Sara Pekkanen's books and this one did not disappoint.

The plot is expertly paced, with twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats. The themes of trust, betrayal, and self-discovery are explored with nuance, adding depth to the thriller elements.

I found that I suspected each and every person in the novel at some point and so loved the ending when all is finally revealed.


Many thanks to Net Galley and St. Martin's Press for sharing this digital copy with me.

Pekkanen’s writing is gripping, drawing readers in with suspenseful twists and emotionally charged moments. The characters are well-developed, with each person carrying a unique, troubled past that complicates their relationships. As the plot unfolds, the tension builds, making it hard to predict who is trustworthy and who might have sinister motives.
Overall, House of Glass is a fast-paced, psychological journey that will keep readers on the edge of their seat until the final pages. It’s a perfect read for fans of character-driven suspense and family dramas.

Sarah Pekkanen can be relied on for an engaging and fast-paced read and here she delivered just that again. The story held my attention from start to finish and the resolution felt satisfying, if a little expected. Recommended!

I wanted to read this, but it never compelled me to pick it up, so it was slow going. I enjoyed the point of view from the attorney for children and the psychological aspects of the storyline. (3.5/5)

Loved this book soooooo much!!!! Pekkanen can do no wrong, she is an auto buy for me now!! I could not put this book down- such a great story!

House of Glass stands as a noteworthy psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of familial relationships and the shadows of past traumas. Pekkanen's adept storytelling and atmospheric detail make it a recommended read for those who appreciate suspenseful narratives with profound character exploration. While it incorporates some conventional elements, the novel's strengths in ambiance and plot intricacy render it a compelling addition to any thriller aficionado's collection.

This one surprised me. It is unpredictable, filled with a ton of terrible characters, and will cause you to sit on the edge of your seat to figure out what has happened. The middle was a little slow moving and redundant, however, the ending was filled with a fast-paced, shocking ending. It will have you questioning what you think you know!
I really enjoyed this book - and will read another written by this author.
If you’re looking for an edge-of-your-seat, murder-mystery, then you should bump this one up on your TBR!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for this advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!

I will read anything Sarah writes. Everything she writes leaves me gasping out loud because the twists and turns leave my head spinning in every direction. This one did not disappoint. I thought she did a really good job....the=is was very cleverly written. Although a very dark, twisted book....its definitely one that will be on my list of "must reads" when recommending thrillers. bravo.

Sarah Pekkanen's single-authored and co-authored psychological thrillers are reliable purchases for me. Her books never disappoint. House of Glass was yet another thrilling read. I chose to listen to the audiobook, which was an enjoyable listen.

There were several different timelines involved in this book. It was easy to identify the timeline and changes in characters via the narrator's voice acting. The book's premise involves a lawyer charged with figuring out what happened to a little girl's nanny. The little girl, Rose, is presumed to be a witness to the nanny's murder, which took place in Rose's family's mansion.

There are a lot of unpredictable plot twists - an overbearing mother-in-law, a cheating husband, a wealthy heiress, and a now mute Rose, all of which keep me listening to the audiobook. A must-read for fans of thrillers.

Thank you to NetGalley, St. Martin's Press, and the author for an early edition of this book!

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing Company for this Advanced Readers Copy of House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen!

Thank you NetGalley and the author for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The story follows Stella, a woman who is still reeling from past trauma when she gets a seemingly perfect opportunity. She is hires as an attorney for Rose, a selectively mute child, suffering from her own trauma and parents impending divorce. There's a lot going on with the family, the affair, and the lies, but the author keeps you guessing and engaged throughout!

While the book offers intriguing insights into family dynamics and the cost of hidden truths, some plot points may feel predictable. Overall, it's an enjoyable read. I just could not mesh that well.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy of House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen in exchange for my honest review and feedback. I absolutely love anything by Sarah Pekkanen so I was overjoyed to be approved to read this ahead of all my friends and family! :) OMG this book was OUTSTANDING! I enjoyed every single thing about this book as it was so good. So many twists and turns! I was sad to finish it as now I have to wait for her to write another book! Do yourself a big favor and read this the first chance you get!

Wow! This book was so unique and such a great story with so many twists and turns. I suspected everyone at some point!

Unevenly paced psychological thriller left me disappointed.

I started this book with high anticipation. The premise was intriguing — a female attorney, Stella Hudson, is assigned as guardian ad litem for a nine year old girl in the center of a custody battle because her parents are going through a contentious divorce. The situation is complicated by a few things that immediately start setting off some alarms for me: the girl has traumatic mutism (same as our MC did as a child) and recently her nanny died from a fall out of a window of the family home. Right away I start thinking that somebody murdered the nanny and am on the hunt for the culprit.

All of a sudden there are like twenty different things going on that start to irritate me. I don’t care about the MC’s past or her mother. I want to know the deal with Rose, the child, and if she’s being sheltered or if she’s like the bad seed. So many uninteresting side plots that involve Stella that I honestly didn’t care about. When things start to become way to coincidental and unbelievable is when I start to turn off. All I wanted was to read about Rose’s situation and the role of a best interest attorney in a custody case. Now Stella’s trying to solve the murder, meanwhile she’s fixating on her mother’s death, and also starting to doubt her relationship with Charles. And then her flirtation? It was all just too much.

My main problem with this story was that it meandered all over the place and Stella’s behavior and responses just seemed too much over the top. All these tangents that had nothing to do with anything and just drew out a simple straightforward plot. I didn’t like any of the characters. And I really don’t enjoy reading about kids and nasty parents. So many cliches in the book. The last couple of chapters were completely ridiculous. Glad I never have to hear about any of them again.

I listened to the audiobook while also following along in the e-book ARC. The narrator was OK but some of her voices for characters didn’t work for me. I think I should have just put the audio aside and read the book and could have been done that much faster. Definitely not a favorite.

Like with all books by Sarah Pekkanen you will be LOCKED IN from page 1! This is the type of book you stay up until the wee hours of morning to finish and will leave you with a whopping hang over.

House of Glass - Sarah Pekkanen
⭐️⭐️½ | 🏠 Gothic thriller that lost its way

This one started with ALL the delicious thriller vibes! A possibly murderous 9-year-old? A house where every single window is plastic? GIVE ME MORE!

The tropes we're tracking:
🤐 Creepy silent child
🗡️ Hidden "weapons" stash
🏛️ Rich family with dark secrets
👻 Gothic mansion but make it modern

BUT... halfway through, this thriller said "psyche!" and morphed into a completely different book about our protagonist's trauma. The creepy house setup? Basically ghosted us. That wild plastic windows premise? Barely relevant.

It's giving "great first date, terrible relationship" energy. Sometimes the most disappointing reads are the ones that show so much promise! Skip unless you enjoy books that switch genres faster than the suspicious nanny fell out that window... 😬