I really like the story and the mystery and all this is the 3 book i read by her and it didn't disappointing ☺️

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC.

Street masterfully builds suspense, relying on subtle psychological cues and a claustrophobic sense of atmosphere. The isolated setting of this novel becomes a character in itself, amplifying the characters' growing sense of dread and isolation. This story explores the dark side of ambition and the fragility of human connection, forcing readers to question the motives and true nature of each character.

"One By One" is a chilling reminder that even in the most idyllic of settings, danger can lurk beneath the surface.

Recommended for readers who enjoy psychological thrillers, character-driven stories, and suspenseful narratives that explore the complexities of human relationships.

Okay, so this book was a disaster. I don't mean to be rude, I actually enjoyed the basic story elements. However, it was badly written and made no sense.

First of all, the writing. It's choppy and repetitive. There's no need to use the word "Dark" three times in one short sentence. Names are not consistent. For instance, one character provides an alibi as having had an appointment at a salon called Hair Affair. By the next page it's called Hair Fair. There are other examples of details changing from one page to the next.

The structure of the story is also flawed. It's written as a police procedural but doesn't follow basic investigative logic. The MC is dating the Sherrif and follows him around investigating the crime... only she has no authority to do so. She's an ex-cop and, I can't repeat this enough, has no authority! Generally, the final goal of any police investigation is to attain a conviction in a court of law.... how does one intend to do that with evidence collected by their girlfriend? How exactly do you allow your girlfriend to accompany you when you question a suspect, and then let her lie about being an FBI agent in order to trick your suspect? It's rediculous to believe any cop on the planet would do that!

There's also little to no actual police investigation, it's mostly Rileigh riding around with the sherrif to 'observe' and talking to the towns old timers or her school friends. The parts of the investigation the Sherrif should be handling are treated as footnotes. At one point he has this little internal monologue about how he almost made a mistake by believing the word of a suspect but he thought about it and if the guy lied once, maybe he lied twice... So he decided to run the fongerprints and surprise!! My Lord, that was infuriating! Sure, let's take El Creepo's word and just skip all that basic police crap.

That alibi I mentioned earlier, it was proven false in three paragraphs and that character admitted she's been having an affair. (Hair Affair, get it?) And that's as far as that particular thread goes, neither MC's ever confirm that she really was with her side-piece and didn't kidnap/kill her step daughter. The questioning of many suspects just never happens.

The whole haunted hotel thing, it's never fully explained. (I can't say too much without revealing spoilers.) We get that whole drawn out conversation where the Sherrif tackles that one guy and then nothing after that. Like who hired him?!

Also, there's a running storyline about a serial killer who's targeting Rileigh. It's mentioned at the beginning and end of this book and, apparently, began earlier in this series. This killer mails her packages of preserved human remains. One of the opening chapters introduces the DNA results on a piece of human skin she recieved in a previous book. The book progresses with no mention of said serial killer until the end, which makes absolutely no sense! Some mental spastic is sending body parts to you through the post and it's totally fine? No security precautions are taken? You live with your mom/sisters and no one is the least bit frightened?Your Sherriff boyfriend just doesn't care, really? Also, at the end of the book, a package is hand delivered to her front porch, not mailed like the rest. Her mother finds it.... AND HIDES IT SO HER BABY WONT GET UPSET!!! Like really?! What sense does that make, the book ends there and I despised it.

There's more to complain about but I'm tired and this isn't improving my mood any.

P.S. If you intend to read the previous books in this series, I advise that you do so in order. This one contains spoilers at least three of the previous books.

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read a copy of One By One by Lauren Street. It was a slow start, but the book's second half got very interesting and I was hooked. My only critique was in the most important part of the book why does no one have a mobile phone when you need one, I would understand if this was pre-mobile phones but it wasn't this was based after Covid!

I enjoyed this! The ending was unexpected and creative. I really liked the writing style because it was very immersive. If you enjoy thrillers I would recommend this! Special Thank You to Lauren Street,Sterling and Stone and NetGalley for allowing me to read a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.

One By One by Lauren Street is a gripping, atmospheric thriller that blends mystery and horror. The story follows Rileigh Bishop as she investigates the disappearance of teenager Hillary Scofield, last seen near the eerie Shagbark Manor. As Rileigh delves into the manor’s dark history—linked to a century-old axe murder—she uncovers a deadly pattern, with a new killer seemingly recreating past atrocities. Street masterfully weaves suspense with supernatural elements, creating a chilling sense of urgency as Rileigh races to uncover the truth before she becomes the killer’s next target. With its tense plot, haunting setting, and unpredictable twists, One By One will keep readers on edge until the final page.

One by One by Lauren Street is a tense psychological thriller set at a remote retreat, where a group of colleagues begins to disappear one by one. The novel excels in building suspense, creating an atmosphere of fear and paranoia as the characters’ secrets and alliances unravel. Street’s writing keeps readers on edge, blending mystery with deeper themes of betrayal and survival. While some twists may feel predictable, the strong character development and psychological tension make this a gripping read for fans of suspenseful thriller.

Darker and more disturbing than other books in this series, I found this book really intriguing. As ever, the characters are engaging and even inspiring, at times, while the setting and circumstances they are in throw challenge after challenge at them. I liked this better than previous offerings and it may be because I felt like the author really challenged themselves to plumb some depths in themes and writing,

It took me a few chapters to really get into this book, but once I did, I could not put it down! There are all sorts of twists and turns that keep you on your toes, and the ending was pure adrenaline fueled, action-packed insanity in the best possible way. Such a good series. I love the books by this author.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley.

3.5 ⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley & Sterling & Stone for the ARC copy in exchange for a review.

I quite enjoyed this, it was a totally change of pace and genre than my usual, and it did take me a while to get used to the POV - it was one of the reasons I marked it down because I struggled to connect to the characters due to this.

I enjoyed the paranormal aspect of this, and would definitely look to read more books like this in the future, it did keep me on my toes and kept me guessing the wjo way through.

I also enjoyed watching the relationship between Rileigh and Mitch develop throughout.

One by One by Lauren Street
The Bishop Smoky Mountain Thrillers #10

Dark, gritty, disturbing, and immersive ~ I cold not put this book down

What I liked:
* Rileigh Bishop: retired military, ex-police sergeant, consults with local sheriff, lives with her mother and sister, has feelings for Mitch, bright, capable, caring, lethal, survivor, strategic thinker
* Mitchell Webster: sheriff, intelligent, good at his job, intriguing, has scars and history that were shared in book six, has feelings for Rileigh, calm under pressure, capable, caring
* Watching the relationship between Rileigh and Mitch progress
* Jillian: Rileigh’s older sister, survivor, returned home after decades as a slave, has PTSD, is growing as she settles in
* Lily: Rileigh’s mother, wise, caring, has dementia, trying new recipes, want to know how her action at the end of the book will impact things
* Hilary Schofield: sixteen-year-old, uprooted, unhappy, angry, dislikes her stepmother, loves her half-siblings, a bit of a mess, concerned by disturbing things seen where she is living
* Shagbark Manor: over a century old, axe murder site, ghost house, mysterious, brooding, and filled with dark vibes – a character in and of itself
* The friendship that Rileigh and Georgia have – I wonder if her nightmares will go away
* The plot, pacing, setting and writing
* That all of the threads of this dark story eventually are followed, unknotted, and the mystery of Shagbark Manor is revealed
* Knowing that there is another book to look forward to

What I didn’t like:
* Who and what I was meant not to like
* Thinking about how “sick” more than one character in this book was and the negative impact they had on so many others

Did I like this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? Yes

Thank you to NetGalley and Sterling & Stone for the ARC – This is my honest review.

4-5 Stars

A missing teenager. A haunted manor. A killer who isn’t done yet. Rileigh Bishop and Mitch have faced their share of dangers, but nothing could prepare them for the horrors lurking in Shagbark Manor. Sixteen-year-old Hillary Scofield warned of blood-soaked visions, floating violins, and a body surrounded in a puddle of blood. Then she disappeared without a trace.

Determined to find the girl, Rileigh digs into the manor’s grim history, uncovering the chilling tale of Crawford Tillman – a man who returned home nearly a century ago to find his family murdered by an axe-wielding killer. Now, a new killer appears to be imitating the murders, starting with Hilary. With each passing hour, the danger grows closer. If Rileigh can’t unravel the truth behind Shagbark Manor, Hillary won’t be the only one who disappears.

Chilling. Gory. Disturbing. This installment has great characters and a compelling plot, and we are surprised with lots of twists and turns along the way. This kept me up way past my bedtime! 🙂 Overall 4⭐ because there was a little too much gore for my taste. Great read!

I received an advanced complimentary digital copy of this book from Netgalley. Opinions expressed are my own.

This book had me intrigued right from the start.

I’m a sucker for a “haunted” house with a gruesome history (and really anything with creepy dolls and ghosts), so the story drew me in right from the prologue and kept me wanting to know more all the way through.

Although I didn’t “love” the characters all that much or feel connected to Mitch and Rileigh, and found some of the flow to be a bit awkward, I still found myself wanting to solve the mystery of Shagbark Manor and get to the bottom of the disappearances!

If you love a good creepy mystery that’ll keep you guessing ‘til the end, then I recommend giving this book a try!

Thank you to NetGalley and Sterling & Stone for the ARC. This is my honest review.

3.5 - The plot was good, but the flow of the characters and storyline wasn't smooth so I didn't really connect with the characters.

Rileigh Bishop and Sheriff Mitch are on another case that involves a haunted house and the disappearance of a young girl. When a family moves into Shagbark Manor, their 16-year-old daughter begins seeing disturbing visions of blood and dead bodies. Although her parents (dad and stepmom) think she is simply acting out to get them to return to their hometown, the visions are so terrifying that the daughter seeks out the Sheriff to report what is happening. To Mitch, the stories sound fantastic and a little bit like teenage drama; however, when the girl disappears leaving blood behind, Mitch asks Riley to help him investigate. It's a suspenseful story with a great denouement.

It’s a good thing Lauren Street writes so fast because I am obsessed with this series! Rileigh and Mitch have such a cute relationship, and in this book, everyone finally gets that thing they’ve all been waiting for. This book veered a little into a different direction, but it wasn’t a paranormal in the typical sense. There was no gothic horror with this one like a couple of other reviewers said. I love a good paranormal story, and this one used the idea of a haunting with perfection. I loved it just as much as every other story in this series. The ending though did leave me with some questions, which is unusual for me with respect to this series. What happened to Hillary’s family at the end? Especially that harpy of a woman, Tabitha? They were never mentioned again after Mitch and Rileigh’s “experiment”. What happened to the boyfriend? And what happened to the handyman? These were important characters that must kind of faded away toward the end. Other than that, I thought the ending was done very well. I just wish those character’s stories had been tied up a little tighter. Of course, we know what happens on the last page. How will Rileigh react when she finds out?

Huge thanks to Sterling & Stone and NetGalley for sending me this ARC for review! All of my reviews are given honestly!

A Chilling Masterpiece of Suspense and Mystery!

Book 10 DID. NOT. DISAPPOINT!
Lauren Street has done it again! One by One is a spine-tingling addition to the Bishop Smoky Mountain Thrillers series, and I couldn’t put it down. This book had me glued to the edge of my seat with its hauntingly atmospheric setting, nerve-wracking tension, and expertly crafted mystery.

Shagbark Manor is the perfect backdrop for this dark and twisted tale—creepy, mysterious, and steeped in history. The eerie visions and gruesome past of Crawford Tillman set the stage for a terrifying modern-day mystery that kept me guessing until the final page.

Rileigh and Mitch continue to shine as a team, balancing relentless determination with moments of vulnerability that make them so relatable. I loved how Rileigh’s compassion drives the investigation, even when danger closes in around her. And the stakes have never been higher—every chapter left me wondering who would survive.

Street’s ability to blend heart-stopping action with deep emotional connections is unparalleled. The twists in One by One are perfectly paced, building to a climax that left me breathless.

If you haven’t started this series yet, you are seriously missing out! Each book somehow gets better, and now I’m already desperate for book 11. Lauren Street has solidified her place as one of my all-time favorite authors. This series is a must-read for thriller fans!

Thanks to Ms. Street, the publisher and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review

What a great addition to the series. The story moves along smoothly and wraps up everything neatly by the end of the book. A typically well written story with well developed characters & plot. This one keeps you guessing until the end.
I received an advance review copy via NetGalley/Sterling & Stone and I'm leaving a voluntary and honest review.

Brilliant story, great characters and loved the twists and turns and the suspense, loved the fear building with the ghosts and weird things not knowing if it was real or not. Need to read the previous books as some bits I think were related to backstory which I hadn’t read but I loved it and want to read more of the series!

I loved this mystery thriller that kept me awake at night! This book is edge of your seat, keeps you guessing kind of book I enjoy!