Kiersten Modglin is an absolute queen of modern mystery. While the novel starts slowly, it quickly becomes unputdownable.

The backstory of this book is mind-blowing, and the mastermind behind it all is an incredible woman. To be honest, I didn't expect the subplot to be so phenomenal. All the characters were outstanding, the author brilliantly intertwined their lives to create an incredible story.

I won't spoil the amazing twists and turns in this novel, but I have to say, fellow mystery/thriller readers, this book must be your next read. Read it, enjoy it, and spread the word to give this book a fair chance.

I want to thank NetGalley for providing me with this advanced copy of the novel in exchange for my honest review.

Another amazing book full of twists and turns by Kiersten Modglin. Bitter House is a romantic thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat and pulled on my heartstrings. This is a really fast paced book. There was not a single dull moment. I really liked what a wild ride it was. I recommend giving this one a try if you're looking for toxic family traits, twists and turns, and a side of romance. Lauren Ezzo and Melanie Carey did an amazing job narrating this story. The audiobook was gripping and easy to listen to.

Thank you to the publishers and netgalley for this arc in exchange for an honest review.

I am not a new K. Mod reader and this short and sweet release of hers is in her typical fashion. Straight to the point without a lot of extra fluff. Which is great! I love that the author gives you the story, this one is a mystery with a bit of romance. We follow Bridget as she comes back to Bitter House after the passing of her grandmother Vera Bitter. Vera has left the house to Bridget and she soon finds out that Vera also left the house to Cole. Cole grew up in Bitter House alongside Bridget, as Cole's mom was Vera's house manager. Cole and Bridget never got along and now they are facing resentment from family members and uncovering the secrets that Vera has kept buried.
Again, this is your typical Modglin, you should expect plenty of twists and turns, though I thought the big reveal at the end of who the letter deliverer was, was pretty obvious. I loved the touch of having a few chapters being grabbed from Vera's journal, and the audio had a separate narrator for each voice. This really gave a little extra special something to the book's mystery and gave it a more human touch.

"Bitter House" by Kiersten Modglin, while engaging, leaves a mixed impression. The audiobook, narrated with competent skill, does bring the story's tension to life. Modglin's exploration of family secrets and psychological drama is intriguing but sometimes feels formulaic and predictable. The pacing is steady but occasionally drags, impacting the overall suspense. The narrator’s performance adds some depth to the characters, though it doesn’t entirely compensate for the novel’s less original twists. Overall, "Bitter House" is an average thriller that might appeal to fans of the genre but lacks the depth and innovation to stand out.

After the tragic death of Bridget’s parents, her grandmother took her in. Vera Bitter raised her from behind a closed door at Bitter House. After Bridget’s high school graduation, Vera kicked her out without so much as a goodbye, and Bridget never heard from her again. But after Vera’s passing, Bridget receives word that she’s inherited the family manor. There, Cole Warner—the son of Vera’s house manager and the bane of her childhood existence, is her new housemate.

Another short and sweet story from KMod! This one was more of a high-impact drama than a popcorn thriller for me, but it still made a riveting, entertaining read overall.

What I loved the most about this story was the atmospheric storytelling. I went through the emotional rollercoaster with Bridget, from the uncertain start of what she was gonna find at the Bitter House, to investigating the mystery, to finally finding out the truth. Yes, some of the mystery elements were quite obviously added for entertainment purposes, but I didn’t mind it at all.

And it wouldn’t be a KMod book without a bit of romance added in. This ended up being one of my favourite Kmod books.

Bitter house by Kiersten Modglin
Narrated by Lauren Ezzo; Melanie Carey

This is my second book by KM and although the first one did not impress me much, I liked the writing. That made me request for another book by KM and I'm glad I did give another chance to the author because this one did not disappoint.

I'm confused as to where to put this book because it has so many tropes. Close proximity against wish, enemies to lover, lived in the same house in the past., unequal social status, etc etc. It was part romance and part mystery thriller. The romance part had kind of turned me off but still the book is really engaging. I did not care for the characters much, I think that's what author wanted us to feel for them Well, most of them. This gave me the seven husbands of Evelyn Hugo vibes.

Overall I was hooked from the start till end. I wouldn't say there's anything special about this book but it's quite well written and engaging. It is slow paced at times but it did not bother me.

Narration is good, at the start it was overdramatic but in later parts I liked the narration by both narrators.

Thank you Netgalley and dreamscape media for the ARC in exchange of an honest review.

I love all titles by Kiersten Modglin and this one did not disappoint.
I love the narrator of this book! Such a lovely voice.
Once again Modglin has delivered an amazing book!
Twists and turns you don’t see coming, lies, deceit, betrayal and a drop of romance added.
I love the ending of this book and for sure did not see it coming!
Audiobooks have been a godsend to me now since having a newborn it’s easier to listen during feeds.
I recommend this book to anyone looking for a suspenseful story with twists you don’t see coming!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ as always

I really enjoyed the narrator of this book. The story was very slow moving. Unfortunately this fell very short for me as has the last couple I have done by Kiersten. I just found my mind wandering too much.

I am a die hard fan of Kiersten every Single book I’ve ever read of hers I absolutely loved. This one was no different. The romantic suspense was written phenomenally. The characters, every one of them was relatable. There were twist and turns around every corner that kept you on the edge of your seat, wanting more.

The narration was wonderful, they truly brought the characters to life. I enjoyed the banter between the two of them, and you could feel their chemistry during their performance. I highly recommend listening to this audio. I will definitely be looking forward to the next narration done by these two narrators.

Vera Bitter is dead and her secrets are still left behind. Bridget was raised by Vera but was kicked out when she graduated high school. Bridget has to come back to Bitter House as her inheritance. Upon arriving, she also discovers Cole, her childhood nemesis. Then the Letts come.

The POV switches between Bridget and long ago Vera. The let’s added some suspense and I couldn’t wait to see what the next one revealed. I was expecting more of a thriller than what this turned out to be. The ending was pretty predictable.

Thank you to Kiersten Modglin, Dreamscape Media, and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this KMod audio!! A nod to southern gothic, this story was faced paced and fun. I loved the dark setting and the old house. The characters were awesome. I love them all. I wish this story had gone further in depth. My only other criticism is that I wasn't super excited by the way the main characters fall in love. Enemies to lovers isn't my favorite trope but hey!

The audio was great. The narrator's knocked it out of the park and Vera Bitter was my favorite. The chapter transitions were smooth and I'd definitely recommend this audio of this title. Thank you @netgalley and @dreamscape_media for a copy of this digital title. All my reviews are unbiased.

This was fantastic. I really enjoyed it and couldn’t stop listening. I was hooked from the first minute! The narration was wonderful. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this audiobook.

I do like the reading this author and this was a great plot it worked really well and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to it.

I love a mystery thriller over audiobook, and I did not want to press pause on this even once. An old inherited house, a mysterious letter, and all the twists and turns when nothing is as it seems. What a ride!

Thank you to NetGalley for the copy of this ARC audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

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I’m rapidly falling behind on my book reviews so today I’m on vacation and doubling down on my reviews 😂
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Zero Stars Do Not Recommend- follows our male main character who is visiting an all inclusive resort when the sun explodes. It’s a fun end of the world romp and totally unique I loved this one it was a 4 star read for me and totally unique. Special shout out to @netgalley and @sourcelandmark for the advance copy this one is out today !
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Bitter house- was not my favorite Kiersten modglin unfortunately. It was a quick audiobook, clocking in at under 6 hours but it was a ⭐️⭐️💫 read for me. This was a weird forced proximity mystery that was just so wildly unrealistic. It’s follows a FMC who is left the family house by her grandmother who unceremoniously throws her out at 18. She leaves the house to her granddaughter and a friends son, they both don’t get along. They begin getting notes that reveal secrets about the house. It was just not good and forgettable. I was disappointed by this.
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QOTD- any fun plans this week ? My hubby and I are on vacation this week 🥰

This was fine. The narrator was good, but I wasn't was interesting in the story. I kept waiting for something else to happen. It felt a little uneventful.

When Vera Bitter dies, the family loses their matriarch. Her granddaughter, Bridget, inherits Bitter House, or so she thinks. When she begins receiving strange letters, she ventures on a journey that will change the course of her life. The twist. Omg! I never expected what it was for a second. This story could’ve easily been a different one. I am glad the author chose this unique way to tell Vera’s story. The audiobook is a MUST!!

Bitter House
by Kiersten Modglin
Narrated by Lauren Ezzo; Melanie Carey

The passing of the grandmother who kicked her out leaves Bridget baffled as to why both she and Cole, her arch nemesis growing up, are given Bitter House. Once a loving sanctuary after her parent's death, Bridget lived with her grandmother at Bitter House happily until her grandmother seemed to flip a switch and kicked her out and cut off contact. With Bridget back at Bitter House and dealing with Cole, the housekeeper's son, whom she has unhappy memories of, strange things start happening. Threatening letters start showing up as Bridget tries to dig deeper and deeper into why exactly her grandmother left her and Cole the house and why she kicked her out all those years ago.

The narration was great and brought life to the story. I really enjoyed this KMod book. I cannot say enough how much I love this unique author. She always comes up with the most unique and interesting stories. No two are based on similar plots, like other authors often get stuck in. I highly recommend this fast-paced story that will keep you guessing until the end. One of my favorites of hers that I've read in a while!

Thanks so much to NetGalley, Kiersten Modglin and Dreamscape Media for the chance to listen to and review this ARC!

Vera Bitter may be dead, but the secrets that she’s carried with her throughout her lifetime are far from being buried …

Bridget grew up in Bitter House with her grandmother and experienced anything but a warm and loving childhood. Year later, after being kicked out with no excuse, Bridget learns that her grandmother has passed and the manor is now hers.

She arrives to take care of things and not only is she greeted by Cole (the bane of her childhood existence), but she is also greeted with mysterious letters that threaten to make her world unravel.
With each letter Bridget discovers more and more about her grandmother and everything that she has ever known is being thrown upside down.

Up until the very last letter, you will be on the edge of your seat wanting more!
I absolutely loved this book! It kept me on my toes and the plot twists gave me such a thrill. I will certainly be recommending it to everyone.

Bitter House starts with an obituary, read in a sarcastic tone by our narrator Bridget. Talk about a hook! Vera Bitter, Bridget’s cold, uncaring grandmother who raised her after her parents died in a tragic accident, has died and left her Bitter House. Bridget returns and is flooded with many emotions and the news that she is not the sole heir of the home. As Bridget navigates her emotions regarding her recent loss she starts to receive letters detailing terrifying facts about her grandmother, and unfortunately more questions than answers. Was Vera Bitter as awful as she seemed? I really enjoyed this book, it was suspenseful and quick paced. Kiersten Modglin always knows how to draw you in and keep you interested in her stories. The ending was great! I will always read anything Kiersten writes. I want to thank Dreamscape Media for allowing me to listen to the audiobook, which was well done. The narrator nailed Bridget’s sarcastic attitude and Vera’s narrator did a wonderful job! Thanks to NetGalley and Kiersten Modglin for the chance to read this as well. All thoughts are my own.