The Mother at Number 5 by Jill Childs
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ros first met Lottie during a family vacation and they became friends. However, things took a strange turn when Lottie announced that she would be moving in next door. Ros starts to suspect that Lottie has a hidden agenda, especially since Ros shared a secret with her during a drunken night out. With the secret now hanging in the air between them, Ros feels threatened by Lottie. To protect her family, Ros needs to make a move and she is ready to do whatever it takes to win this game of chess.
“The Mother at Number 5” is a phenomenal psychological thriller that has many unexpected twists and turns, making it a fast and captivating read. The book had great character development and intriguing secrets behind it. Although there were a few slow parts in the plot, overall it was entertaining and kept me engaged until the end. It’s safe to say that Jill Childs has gained a new fan!
Thank you, NetGalley, for a free and advanced copy of the novel.
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