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Wow! I couldn't put this book down. The twists kept coming and I loved every one of them. The main character Naomi was great. I didn't love Asha, as I felt like for someone who was supposed to be one of Naomi's best friends, she was too quick to drop her. But aside from that, I absolutely loved this book.

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This is a gripping book about Naomi, who with her family, moves to her dream house. When Summer, the purchaser of their old flat, starts infiltrating every aspect of her life, the dream fast turns into a nightmare. Although the way Naomi’s friends dropped her felt a little unrealistic, Naomi’s protectiveness over her children and the bullying of her younger daughter, was all too real. This is a great read which I raced through.

Thank you to Natasha Boydell, Boldwood Books and Netgalley for my advance copy.

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I liked the premise of this book and the quick chapters but was irritated by how shallow Naomi’s so called friends were and how quick they were to gaslight her. I appreciate that this is a plot device but it seemed unrealistic and clumsily plotted. I enjoyed the denouement however which elevated this review to a solid 3 stars

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This was a belter! Typical single white female type scenario but done in a fresh, interesting way with
plot twist after plot twist then another plot twist! Let’s say Summer is definitely not who she claims she is. Natasha Boydell did a great job with this one. It’s my first time reading a story written by her and won’t l be the last.

Thank you Netgalley for an advance copy of this book in exchange for a review

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This was a very interesting book that I enjoyed a lot . Plenty of twists and turns that I wasn’t expecting. I loved the main character and her husband and really wasn’t expecting this book to go in the direction it did . I definitely would recommend this book and can’t wait for the next book from this author. Five stars from me

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A really gripping storyline with a lot of twists and turns. This was really well written and the characters were great. A real thriller that I enjoyed very much. Thank you to Net Galley for an advanced copy

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3.75 stars. So, getting into to- it did keep me on my toes the whole time. There were twists and turns I didn’t see coming and moments that literally had me saying out loud, “wtf”. I was invested more in the side players than I was the FMC but she gave off unreliable narrator Tylenol vibes and those aren’t usually my cup of tea. Not that’s what her character is, just similar character traits. This will definitely scratch an itch for a large demographic, though.

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I was very engaged with this book and really wanted to keep reading to see what was going on with the main character, Naomi, and her nemesis, Summer. Who was telling the truth? Was one of them delusional? Definitely hard to put down.

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4.5 stars!!!

The moment I read the first chapter, I just couldn’t stop and devoured it until 2AM! I was invested in the story and couldn’t wait to reach the conclusion. It’s been a while since I had a hard time putting down a book. There were plot twist after plot twist then another plot twist! The only thing I can give is that, “Summer wasn’t who she said she was.” Let’s just leave it like that.

The ending was unexpected but it didn’t blow my mind off. Nevertheless, Natasha Boydell did a great job with this one. It’s my first time reading a story written by her and won’t definitely be the last one!

Thank you Netgalley and boldwood books for an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review 💙

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Naomi is excited when her family's flat sells and they can move into their dream house. The purchaser, Summer, is a single mom with a daughter that she enrolls in the same class as Naomi's daughter. When Summer seems to take an undue interest in Naomi, including getting a similar hair style and buying the same clothes, Naomi is suspicious. Those suspicions grow when Naomi discovers that Summer's daughter has a doll house painted to look just like Naomi's house. She can't figure out what it is that Summer wants, but she's sure it is not good.

I began this book with high hopes as I enjoy the genre, but I found the first third of the book to be quite repetitive. The other bothersome thing is that Naomi has a strong, long-standing friend group, but they all decamp to Summer's side without giving Naomi the benefit of the doubt or seeking more information to better understand her position. That's not what friends do. I ended up skipping the middle third of the book and felt that I'd lost almost none of the story line in moving along to the finish.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

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4.5 ⭐

Sometimes delulu isn't the solulu.

Naomi wants to move to her dream house, but in order to do that, she should sell her flat. What happens when the buyer turns out to be her stalker?
This book frayed my nerves, it kept me on the edge of my chair quite literally I think I'm gonna look for her other books ♥️

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A truly terrifying read. Couldn't put it down. From the hopes of a new home. Every parents nightmare that your daughter is being bullied. Slowly all your friends turn against you. Is Naomi right and Summer is not who she appears.

Loved the twists and turns will definitely look out for further books by Natasha Boydell.

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I had mixed feelings about this book. The pacing was slow, and it wasn’t until the big reveal at the end that I became fully engaged. The twist was interesting but came too late to redeem the slow buildup.

I also found the side characters frustrating, particularly Naomi’s friends who immediately dismissed her, which felt like an overused trope. The ending was fun, but the lack of tension throughout left me feeling unsatisfied.

Thanks to NetGalley for the e-ARC in exchange for my honest review!

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Whoa!!! What did I just read. This book was very nostalgic to me, and reminded me of a 90s teen drama/thriller move. I DEVOURED this book. It had me hooked from the beginning. This is my first book by Boydell, and it made me add all her books to my tbr list, and purchase two from Kindle. I also pre-ordered the audible edition of this book so that I can read/listen again. I feel the audio version will be even better. 5 HUGE stars!!!!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC of this book

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The premise sounded suspenseful and I wasn’t disappointed. Naomi and her family moved into their dream house once a buyer, Summer and her daughter Luna, came through with an offer. Summer came off friendly, but quickly became Naomi’s carbon copy and taking over her circle of friends. This is a twisty, fast paced thriller. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy.

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What an addictive read! From the first chapter, I was intrigued - I just KNEW something about Summer was off and I felt so bad for Naomi. Just when I thought everything would be exposed, things just kept getting worse and worse for her! I wish there was a bit more of a buildup, but there was a great twist at the end that took things in a unique direction that still fit in well with the rest of the storyline. Thank you so much for this ARC - I can't wait to read more from Boydell!

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A terrifyingly horrific thriller. You know from the jump that Naomi's suspicions are right, but as you are reading you feel her anguish and paranoia. It's written so well that you feel every emotion and sense of dread. Will recommend to everyone I know!

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A very creepy story! It gives The Last Mrs. Parrish vibes with the lady copycat theme. Very well written as well.

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Oh my so many twists and turns had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish what a fantastic read

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What a book! My first by this author and it will not be my last. I was really invested in the characters and story and the suspence was perfect. The ending was not rushed either. It was very well written.

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