19/08/2025
What I have read and reviewed on NetGalley so far….
Orphans of the Living by Kathy Watson: It follows the Stovall family, an impoverished white family in the 1930s who, with the help of Black sharecroppers, escape a vengeful plantation overseer. The book delves into their journey and the difficult lives they lead, exploring themes of race, class, and the elusive nature of forgiveness and redemption.
[historical fiction, family saga, 1930s America, Great Depression, generational trauma, social commentary, book recommendation, literary fiction, historical drama]
The Nanny Problem by Nolon King and Lauren Street: Zoe takes a nanny job for a wealthy family, thinking it’s a fresh start. But when a neighbor’s nanny is found dead wearing Zoe’s hoodie, she realizes she’s walked into a nightmare. The book is a gripping tale of secrets, paranoia, and a family with something to hide.
[psychological thriller, mystery book, suspense novel, domestic thriller, new release, book review, twisted plot, page-turner, thriller book]
The Water Lies by Amy Meyerson: Set in the Venice Beach canals of Los Angeles, the story follows two mothers whose lives are intertwined after a body is found. The book explores themes of transparency, surveillance, and the secrets people keep in a close-knit community.
[domestic suspense, mystery novel, Venice Beach, twisted plot, book club read, fast-paced thriller, suspenseful story, book recommendation, urban mystery]
You Must Be New Here by Katie Sise: Sloane, a lonely mother, befriends her new neighbor Harper. But when a young woman from their community disappears, Sloane’s new friendship and the quiet neighborhood are exposed for the dangerous secrets they hold.
[psychological suspense, suburban thriller, dark secrets, book recommendations, unputdownable, mystery, suspense novel, new release, domestic thriller]
