I really loved this new book, Invisible Girl, by Lisa Jewell. Thank you to the publisher and Goodreads for the chance to read it ahead of time.
She has woven this story and made it a masterpiece. So many different things going on, but somehow connecting in some way. Teenagers, a lonely 40 year old man, a wife and mother, a husband, a mistress, and a rapist. Well done!

I couldn’t put this book down, finished it in one reading. The plot catches you from the get go and keeps you hooked all the way through until the very end. A definite must read for anyone who loves thrillers.

This thriller was addicting! I was fascinated by the synopsis and "incel" storyline. It was equal parts creepy and intriguing. Everything you want in a thriller.

Lisa Jewell does it again!! Invisible Girl is a fast paced psychological thriller full of twists and turns. This book is told from the point of view of multiple characters and allows you to understand the world as each of them. With that being said, it was still a challenge to figure out how everything would play out. I love that!!! This book will definitely be hot this summer!

Lisa Jewell will always remain my go-to mystery and suspense author and Invisible Girl only reinforces what a talent author she is. True to form, the story is marvelously twisty and keeps you guessing until the end -- and what an end it is! The last line in the novel is unforgettable. Although the pacing seemed slow at some points, the character development was spot on and as such, your commitment to see the "who did it" remained firm. Overall, fans of Lisa Jewell will not be disappointed.

Love, love, LOVED this book. Lisa Jewell rarely disappoints but this one has become my favorite. There were so many plot twists in this book and being able to read the story from different view points drew all those twists together in the end. I can't wait until this comes out in October and I can suggest it to our patrons.

Oh WOW! 5* all around! What a page turner!

The action moves right along with chapters alternating between our main character, Saffyre, speaking in the first person and other chapters written in the 3rd person. The characters stay true to their foundation with our main characters attracting the reader and drawing the reader’s empathy.

The story could easily be right from the front pages of today’s news.

The ending was excellent and covered all the bases nicely.

In the acknowledgements in the end, the author noted that she did not allow editorial input nor advice until she had finished any of her manuscripts. I have long wondered how much input editors have as so many elements of modern day novels seem to be in a “prevailing style” and/or using prevailing language and also tauting certain societal fads. For example, the past year or two I can’t believe the number of books that included a reference to “snot”. I’ve read thousands of books and don’t believe I’ve ever encountered that word or reference before. That’s just one of many things I see over and over and over again which I credit to interference by well meaning editors. IMHO those annoying words, phrases, and social abnormalities detract from the story rather than making it sound current, which is what I assume is the purpose.

I will certainly seek and read more books from Lisa Jewell. This was absolutely first rate – all the way!

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher, Simon and Schuster, for an early copy of this most enjoyable novel!

I couldn't put this down! Characters are well defined and I quickly felt involved in the drama of their lives.

A posh neighborhood seemed like an ideal place to rent while their house was being rebuilt, but the Fours family, Cate, Roan, Georgina & Josh, have strange neighbors. A sexual predator on the lose, a missing teenage girl, a dysfunctional single male teacher, a dark street- all kept the tension high, the plot moving back and forth with Valentine's Day as its center.

So much to discover that I read this in a day. Whew!

I received an advanced reader’s copy in exchange for an honest review

I loved this one. Very fast paced, had me turning pages as I tore through it – I had to see how it would end. The characters were well rounded and the narrative felt believable. Gave me chills. Solid five

Lisa Jewell has done it again. Her new book Invisible Girl is suspenseful and riveting. I can usually figure out most twists but she got me with two reveals that I never saw coming. Warning, this review does contain spoilers so take my word for it and go read it, then come back and finish reading to see if you agree.

The story unfolds with flashbacks interspersed with present day happening utilizing a variety of narrators. This style is very effective in building the suspense and leaving a breadcrumb trail.

Saffyre Maddox goes missing at the same time a serious of sexual assaults occur in a posh London community. The Fours family has moved into a rental property there so matriarch Cate must determine how best to protect her family but then comes to suspect her family might be involved.

Is Saffyre a kidnap victim or runaway? Is the neighbor oddball Owen responsible for her disappearance and the assaults? Is Roan cheating again or is Sally being paranoid?

I was so very relieved that Owen was given a life upgrade by novel’s end. How often are shy, quiet people judged and mislabeled? A misfit is only a misfit until it fits its true place. And I’m glad Deanna stayed in his life. Fingers crossed for that couple.

Well we all knew Roan was a lying, cheating jerk and it was fortunate that Cate figured it out and booted him. We also get the impression he was responsible for several of the assaults. Maybe in a future Jewell novel he will be unmasked finally. A Jewell series is long overdue.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.

Suspense thriller told from multiple POV - Saffyre a teenager with a history of self harm, Cate, a work from home mum, and Owen, Cate’s socially awkward neighbor.

Several sexual assaults have happened in their neighborhood. Cate suspects Owen because of his weird, lurking behavior. Then Saffyre disappears. Tensions ramp up when her phone case is found near Owen’s home.

As the investigation continues, more connections between them are revealed and more secrets come to light. Cate’s husband, Roan was Saffyre’s therapist, Saffyre was friends with Roan and Cate’s son. Saffyre was spying on Roan.

What did she see? And who wanted her silenced.

Lisa Jewell did a skillful job balancing all of the characters, shifting points of view and shifting periods in time.

Thanks to NetGalley and Atria for the DRC.

I read this book in one sitting! Lisa Jewell spins a mystery of a missing girl with characters that will keep you guessing until the very end! Is it the creepy neighbor who has never had a relationship but had questionable encounters with young girls? Is it her therapist who has secrets of his own? Is it someone else in her past? Highly recommend for fans of Jewell or mystery lovers.

Roan is a psychologist with something to hide. Lots of somethings, in fact. His wife, Cate, is a doting mother and wife that seems to miss what's right underneath her. Her golden child, Josh, isn't as golden as she believes him to be. There's a neighbor across the street, an odd middle'aged man living with his Aunt. Unmarried and socially awkward, yes - but is he a sexual predator? Or even a murderer? There have indeed been a string of sexual assaults in the area, and now a young woman has gone missing. Saffyre is a troubled girl with a sad personal history. She was once a patient of Roan's, and she disappears right across the street. Is she still alive, or just...invisible?

I found this to be a fast-paced read different from many psychological thrillers on the market. I genuinely empathized with several of the main characters and rooted for their outcomes to be peaceful The characters are complex, real-seeming people capable of so much more than you'd think from first impressions. The ending was surprising, and even after I thought the story had ended - there were another couple surprises thrown in literally in the last sentences. What a treat! The ending was genuinely pleasing to me, which isn't often the case in this genre. I recommend this fun, complex read.

This is Lisa Jewell at her finest hour! The story line is unique and grabbed me from page one. She did well in creating this feeling where I’m sitting along the street, in one of the unnamed houses and watching as this story unfolds. I’m a sucker for well thought of characters and Jewell treated me very well in that regard!

Lisa Jewell cannot write a bad novel! I have read five of Jewell’s books and ate them write up. I haven’t even read the synopsis on the last two knowing I would enjoy whatever thrilling adventure she took me on. This book did not disappoint. I enjoyed all the characters and their stories. I thought the conclusion was perfect. I love when everything comes together and you find out what happened “after.” I would highly recommend reading, Invisible Girl!

Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for inviting me to read an eARC of, Invisible Girl, in exchange for my honest opinion!

Captivating read. Leaves you thinking!
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I have a hard time classifying the books written by Jewell. On one hand she brings us the slow to grow suspense that builds throughout the story. On the other hand, she is a master at low key psychological twists that keeps you guessing. This book is a combination of both.

We have the creep factor built in with the neighbor across the street. We have a fabulous character development and the subtle nuances that is so hard to pick up on that lead you down the garden path, right where she wants you to go.

This story is multi-faceted which combines layers of truths and untruths we get to figure out. With amazing delivery and pacing, Jewell sets us up with an interesting slow boil read that winds though several characters who could be the one we are looking for.

As the story builds to the end however, I felt a bit of a let down as I was looking for the crescendo but this ended on a flat note for me. The story overall is a fabulous escape and we definitely get some of the creep factor we are looking for along with a light dose of suspense and twists.

Thank you for the chance to review this galley prior to publication. Please refer to my goodreads profile for a full review.

Lisa Jewell tells the story of Saffyre Maddox, a troubled teen who was never the same after being violated by a classmate as a child, and Owen Pick, a loner and teacher who was accused of misconduct. Both live outside London and are both invisible. Not in a literal sense, but figuratively. No one sees them - or they only see what they want to see. Due to circumstances, Saffyre and Owen cross paths and their names become known - but not for anything good. The story is told from the point of view of Owen, Saffyre, and Cait, Owen's neighbor and the wife of Saffyre's psychologist - all of their lives affected by the same thing. While the story kept me intrigued, I didn't find it as page-turning as some of Jewell's prior novels.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC in return for an honest review.

The Invisible Girl by Lisa Jewell has anything but an invisible presence. Saffyre may have seemed a lost, alone, hurt soul, but she has her stories straight and she is a self proclaimed bad-ass. This psychological thriller brings together a whole lot of troubled characters, each with flaws and secrets. Saffyre spends years in therapy trying to conquer a childhood trauma. Not until she seeks revenge does she love, be loved, and live her life fearlessly again.

Beware of more than a hint of sexual violence and abuse. I learned a few new terms and behaviors that I was previously unaware of. I am sure these underlying messages may keep readers especially engaged.

I found myself wondering, whether aware or not, is it human nature to judge? I liked the way Jewell jumped from character to character and presented their point of view with a look into each character's mind. Are people what they seem and are people even who they perceive themselves as being? What are people capable of, and how do they justify your own actions? Perception is not black and white and this is a story of depth and troubled characters.

Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with the opportunity to read The Invisible Girl in exchange for my personal opinions and review.

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Excellent! Twisty, suspenseful, and an ending I did not expect. Lisa Jewell never disappoints. Thanks to NetGalley for The opportunity to read and review a book by one of !y favoritev authors