A big thank you to both NetGalley & Harlequin Trade Publishing | Graydon House for the ARC copy of this one, which is out now!!!

I am a HUGE fan of Seraphina Nova Glass. I adore her writing style and appreciate the hidden details within her stories.
This one was definitely a great read for me! I enjoyed how the story unfolded and really liked the different characters and their development.

I almost hated the ending, but I just knew Glass wouldn't do me dirty like that! And she did NOT! It ended exactly how I wanted it to and that makes a story extra great for me!

At times this one was a tad bit slower, but all of those pieces are needed to get to the final reveal of everything. Definitely recommend this one! (and any of her others as well!)

I love Seraphina Nova Glass! Her books are easy to read and you can binge it, if life didn’t get in the way I would have for sure finished it in one sitting.

I’m a sucker for a book that takes place at a hotel or apartment complex that is run down. You just know they are brimming with secrets and no one is really who they say they are. This book had many twists and turns I didn’t see coming and I would never have guessed the outcome. I love books like this.

Thank you NetGalley, Harlequin Trade and the author for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Another win from Seraphina Nova Glass! She has quickly become a must read author for me. I loved this book with a mix of shady characters! The setting was unique and the plot kept me guessing the entire book then BAM! She threw me for a loop! I liked the alternating viewpoints between the two main characters, Cass and Anna. There were many characters but they were fairly easy to keep track of and not get them confused. Thanks for the ARC!

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Thank you to the author Net Galley and the Harlequin Trade Publishing team for allowing me to review this book!

The Vacancy in Room 10 by Seraphina Nova Glass
Release Date: April 09, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

Y’all if you like suspense and thrillers you gotta check this one out. The character development is incredible and helped create a very immersive well rounded story.

I also enjoyed the dual POV and the way the author formed the connection between the characters throughout the story. I think this helped build more suspense and helped give the story a good pace.

I had heard very good things about this author and this was the first book I have read by her and I will definitely be reading more.

I had the opportunity to read this one from an exclusive tour with @thrillerbookloverspromotions special thanks to @graydonhousebooks and the author @seraphinanovaglass for this ARC

📖 The Vacancy in Room 10
🖊️ By Seraphina Nova Glass
📝 I added the synopsis on the graphic.

This is the book I shared I was reading a couple weeks ago! This is the book that kept me awake, and using my kindle app! Crazy I know. I hate ereaders. But this book was worth every minute of grogginess the next day!

This book kept me on the edge of my bed - literally - I usually figure things out early on and can sleep and read the next morning - well not this one. So many possibilities and unanswered questions I just had to keep going!! I hope this is an audiobook too, I’ll be listening to this one and see if I can pick up on some things I missed.

These two women are not meant to cross paths, they are so different and yet both are heartbroken, one has a secret, one wants answers. They both find something much more than they bargained for.

This motel now turned apartments introduces us to a a cast of characters, and what we find in a thriller is a lot more than I knew I wanted; found family, a lot of broken people, some heartache, people surviving, and a lot of secrets.

This book is now available!!

First of all, this author did a great job with description. The visual the reader gets of the story and the characters while reading this was really cool. I liked the characters and the girl power in this book, but at the same time, the storyline felt a little all over the place. Maybe too many storylines? This is definitely a slow burn and would have liked a little more excitement.

This is a super entertaining novel with a great group of characters. Quick-paced and very funny throughout and a must read. Hopefully this becomes a movie one day! A great read!!!!

BOOK REVIEW🛎️🛠️🎨👀🔐🚬

The Vacancy In Room 10 - Seraphina Nova Glass
Pub date: 4/9/2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️

Although this book didn’t really “do it” for me, I will say two things I liked were the setting and the characters. I really enjoyed the rundown motel-turned apartment complex. (For some reason I kept thinking about Schitt’s Creek while reading this?😆).
The tenants at this gritty Santa Fe apartment complex were all unique, broken and “rough” in their own ways. My favorite character was little Frank Sinatra🥹. (If you know, you know.)
The author did a really good job at describing the setting and I had a vivid picture in my mind of what this all what would have looked like.

That being said, this isn’t your typical crime thriller novel. It’s very unique, which isn’t a bad thing— but unfortunately just didn’t hit the mark for me. There was a lot going on and I found myself getting confused between the dual POV’s— I’d even say it was a bit “messy” at times.
Although I enjoyed the complexity of the characters and the setting, the plot was too all over the place. I didn’t get that suspenseful build-up or shock factor that I definitely need when I’m reading a thriller.

Thank you @netgalley @htpbooks @graydonhousebooks for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

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Read Completed 4/11/24 | 3 stars
Well, this one didn't really do it for me. I've been a fan of Seraphina Nova Glass for a few years and I've really enjoyed some of her past reads (specifically ON A QUIET STREET and SOMEONE'S LISTENING) but this just had a totally different feel and felt really messy.

I just really never clicked with THE VACANCY IN ROOM 10 in anyway, sadly. I didn't get enough of the characters to feel for them. The pacing was a little slow and meandering. There were points where it picked up, but then the plot still felt disconnected while it was all going on. It felt like this was an outline where the author had to make it all come together and it just felt forced and like the pieces of the puzzle never really quite fit together.

I don't have a ton to say about it because I didn't really hate it or anything, but I was just pretty bored and disconnected. It wasn't a bad book but a lot of it were topics, settings, and tropes that I don't love in thrillers, so this is probably a case of this just not being a book for me. It's really hard reading thriller authors sometimes because their books can be SO different when they're connecting with different kinds of thriller audiences. I can rate the same author anywhere from 2 stars to 5 stars sometimes. This will just end up not being a favorite for me, and I can only hope I'll like the next one better!

The Vacancy in Room 10 is a captivating read that will keep you guessing until the very end. Fans of mystery and supernatural fiction will find much to love in Glass's imaginative tale. The story immerses you in a world where every corner holds a secret waiting to be uncovered. Highly recommended!

This book. I mean, this book - just wow! This one grabbed me by the collar and would not let go. It's everything that I'm looking for in a thriller, fast paced, action packed, and lots of twists and turns along the way. I don't think that I guessed a single twist in this one until right before the reveals. I loved all of the characters, and while a bit dysfunctional I want to hang out with them by the pool at the Sycamores. This cast of characters is definitely one of my all time favorites, all so different, but each adding so much to my enjoyment of this story.
This book held me hostage, I could not put it down! If you're looking for a fast paced, twisty thriller, with a great group of characters please pick this one up - it doesn't disappoint.

Thank you to @netgalley and @htpbooks for the gifted copy of this book.

This is my first book from this author and I was very entertained and on the edge of my seat for most of the story! It was fast-paced, full of tension and twists and even though I was able to figure most of them out, I still enjoyed the ride! My favorite parts were the strong and captivating female characters and the found family element.

I really enjoyed this book. Binged it in a day. The story is fast paced with good twists. This was my first book by this author but I will be reading her others.

**4.5-stars rounded up**

The Vacancy in Room 10 is the latest from Seraphina Nova Glass, a Mystery/Thriller writer who has definitely become one of my go-to authors over the past couple of years.

The first time I picked this up, it was in the morning before work. I have about 35-minutes each morning, before I start my real day, where I sit and read and drink coffee. It's my me-time, Monday through Friday. I read the first few chapters of this in one of those moments and knew it was something I would want to binge. I put it down and patiently waited for the weekend to arrive...

I picked it up again on Saturday morning and didn't stop until it was done. This was fully-immersive and engaging, the day flew by. It was seriously so fun!

In this story, we follow two MCs, Anna and Cass. Anna's husband, Henry, an artist, dies at the beginning of the story, tragically and unexpectedly. He phoned Anna just prior to his death, saying some cryptic things she didn't understand. In the wake of his death, Anna begins to dig into the parts of his life from which she was excluded, like the apartment he rented at The Sycamores, a dilapidated repurposed-motel. He claimed to be using the space as an art studio.

Cass is the property manager-handyma'am at The Sycamores. Cass is only there following a total upheaval of her regular life, where her long-time partner left her for a much younger woman. It was a very public, very messy break-up, that has severed all Cass's previous ties.
Cass is at rock bottom now, as are some of the other residents at The Sycamores. It's a colorful place. The long-time residents have formed a bit of a dysfunctional found family that was fascinating to read about.

Anna decides to move into Henry's studio to immerse herself in that side of his life. She figures she can question the people there and find out if they know anything that could help her make sense of what happened to Henry.

As the Reader, you follow along with these two women as they try to put the pieces of their shattered lives back together, find peace and maybe return to some normalcy. The alternating perspectives kept this one moving along at a nice steady clip. I found both Cass and Anna's perspectives so interesting, but I will admit to favoring Cass. I just loved her way of navigating everything she was going through. I found her dry humor relatable and endearing.

There were so many twists and turns throughout this story. SNG definitely had some tricks up her sleeve with this one. It went in directions I wasn't expecting and kept me guessing in an entertaining way. I also loved the feelings I had while reading this. I found myself really connecting with the vibe of The Sycamores and the way that many of residents interacted with one another. That found family feel was oozing off every page and it took me by surprise.

I was rooting for these characters. I wanted them to be able to move forward from the things that had happened to them and going along with them on their journeys was as captivating as the mystery elements. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys a well-rounded Mystery/Thriller, with captivating characters and strong levels of suspense. This will be a memorable one for me. I'm just so pleased.

Thank you to the publisher, Graydon House, for providing me with a copy to read and review. For me, this was the best I have read from this author. She slayed it!

I LOVE Seraphina. She's a master with drawing you in. ON A QUIET STREET by her? EPIC. It felt like a movie I had to watch, and I was here for every second of it. Unfortunately, I judged this book by that standard. Without that, I'm sure it would have been a solid 5 for me, but instead (felt draggy at points), it's in the realm of 4. Am I still going to check out everything by her? Duh. This was good. Solid, but didn't hit like STREET does. Eek.

This is my first novel by this author, but I can assure you it won't be the last. I was entertained from beginning to end, and can hope that others are like this as well. I'm a sucker for a good mystery, and something about motels/hotels being involved makes them that much more fun. A great read.

AMAZING!! Definitely a MUST read!

This is the first book I've read by Seraphina Nova Glass and it definitely won't be the last. I really enjoyed the way the book was set up giving us the P.O.V. of the two main characters - Cass and Anna to see things from their perspective. Seraphina Nova Glass also did an amazing job with character development not just of the main characters but all of the other characters in the book. For example, we got to see how Callum was portrayed as someone innocent, naive, kind, grieving but it turns out it was all a LIE!!! and Rosa was a huge shocker but I was definitely rooting for her and how much of a badass she actually was!! and little Frank ugh he seems like such a cute sweetie pie who came into Cass's life at a time when she needed him and he needed her.

This book was engaging from start to finish - especially towards the middle to end there were so many gasps I couldn't put this book down I needed to know what happened next. Each time a plot twist was mentioned next thing you know there was another one which I was absolutely LOVING!

Seraphina Nova Glass's latest thriller, The Vacancy in Room 10, will keep you guessing with its dark and suspenseful atmosphere. The story follows two main characters, Anna and Cass, who inhabit a rundown apartment building called The Sycamores. Anna, a recent arrival, soon becomes engrossed in the secrets and mysteries swirling around her neighbors. Meanwhile, Cass, the superintendent, juggles financial struggles with a hidden operation that puts her in precarious situations.

Glass excels at building tension. The narrative cleverly shifts between Anna and Cass's perspectives, offering glimpses into their motivations and the unsettling events unfolding within The Sycamores' walls. The seedy underbelly of the building and its inhabitants are vividly portrayed, creating a constant sense of unease.

However, the uneven pacing holds the book back from a full five stars. The initial chapters are captivating, but the middle section drags a bit as the mystery unravels slowly. Some plot threads feel underdeveloped, leaving a few unanswered questions by the end.

Despite these shortcomings, The Vacancy in Room 10 is a satisfying read for fans of psychological thrillers. The well-developed characters and the chilling atmosphere make it hard to put down. If you're looking for a suspenseful story with a touch of darkness, this novel is definitely worth checking out.

Here's a breakdown of the 4-star rating:

Plot (3.5 stars): Intriguing premise and strong central mystery, but pacing issues and unresolved threads.
Characters (4 stars): Compelling protagonists with hidden depths, well-rounded supporting cast.
Atmosphere (4.5 stars): Tense and suspenseful, effectively captures the seediness of the setting.
Writing (4 stars): Engaging prose, keeps the reader invested in the story.
Overall, The Vacancy in Room 10 is a suspenseful and entertaining read with a few bumps along the way.

The Vacancy in Room 10 by Seraphina Nova Glass // Mystery/Thriller

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

Thank you to Net Galley and Graydon House for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review!

I kept hearing about this one and I was so excited to finally have time to sit down and read it. The characters are well developed and relatable, though you can’t help but think they’re hiding something as you read along. Cass is the epitome of a bada*s woman who makes a way in any circumstance, and Anna just can’t leave things alone. Babs was one of my favorite characters, the little old lady who is rough around the edges and knows far more than she should, even if her role was small. Then there’s the grieving widower, the pool ladies, the abusive husband, and a whole lot of secrets. The story is fast paced and the writing is lovely. I’d love to say “I just knew ___ had to have done it” but in all honesty until the truth was revealed I had no idea who the killer was or why. There were just a couple of things that weren’t exactly believable (like a husband having a whole separate life) but overall this read was great. Worth the read! Check it out!

This is the first book I have read by this author. Unfortunately, I did not enjoy this book. There were dual timelines that we blah to me and the characters were blah and not interesting either. I didn't find the mystery in this book to be interesting. Unfortunately, this book was not my jam,