A domestic suspense novel about neighborhood secrets, scandals, and a party that ends in murder. Twisty, juicy, and impossible to put down. Total beach read material.

I went into 'The Block Party' thinking, 'Ooh, juicy suburban drama! Perfect!' But honestly? It was a bit of a letdown. I really wanted to like these characters, you know? The whole 'neighbors with secrets' thing is right up my alley. But they just... rubbed me the wrong way. I kept thinking, 'Why are you acting like that?' and not in a good, 'I'm so intrigued' way, more of a 'please stop' way.
And the story? It kind of just... happened. Like, I kept waiting for something big to happen, but it just sort of shuffled along. I found myself checking how many pages I had left way too often. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't exactly a page-turner either.
I hate to be harsh, because I know authors put their hearts into their work, but 'The Block Party' just didn't click for me. If you're looking for a really gripping read, this might not be it. It's more of a 'meh, I guess I finished it' kind of book. 2 stars.

Everyone on Alton Road has secrets. What happens when they all start to come out during the annual block party? For fans of Desperate Housewives, this thriller will leave you wondering who is dead - and who committed murder.

This book started so strong but unfortunately fell a bit flat for me towards the middle and end. A very fluffy thriller that also deals with incredibly heavy subject matter.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC in exchange for a fair review.

This was a deliciously crazy roller-coaster ride of a book!! The party of the year that everyone wants to be invited to, is it worth dying for? This book starts off with a bang! We know someone dies, but we don't know who. The rest of the book takes place between two block parties a year apart. In this build up we have lies, affairs, drugs, secrets, drinking problems, gossip, revenge plots, scandals, abusive husbands, and much much more juicier shenanigans! Think about Real Housewives on steroids!

This was just a fun, drama filled book to read. The author plants so many twists that you never know until the very end who gets killed amd who the murderer is.

My thanks to Jamie Day, St. Martin's Press publishing and Netgalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

*The Block Party* by Jamie Day is a gripping suburban thriller packed with secrets, scandals, and suspense. Set in the affluent neighborhood of Meadowbrook, the story unravels through the perspectives of a mother and daughter as their seemingly perfect community is rocked by a murder at the annual block party. With twists at every turn, tangled relationships, and hidden betrayals, Day keeps readers guessing until the final reveal. The mix of domestic drama and psychological intrigue makes this a compelling read for fans of *Big Little Lies* and *Desperate Housewives*. A juicy, binge-worthy thriller that will keep you hooked!

Great summer drama! A little difficult to keep up with the characters but overall great twist and turns.

Thank you NetGalley for this arc!

The Block Party by Jamie Day was a great read. It really kept me guessing and I did not want to put this book down until I finished! Full of secrets and twists, you will not be disappointed in this one!

The Block Party by Jamie Day is a fast-paced domestic thriller that peels back the polished facade of a picture-perfect neighborhood, revealing scandals, secrets, and simmering tensions. When a shocking crime disrupts the annual block party, everyone becomes a suspect, and the truth is far messier than it seems.

Day masterfully blends multiple perspectives with well-timed twists, creating a web of lies and betrayals that keeps the pages turning. The suburban drama is addictive, and the mix of mystery and character-driven storytelling strikes a great balance. While some plot points feel slightly over-the-top, the overall suspense and juicy reveals make it a highly entertaining read.

4 stars — a twisty, drama-filled whodunit that fans of Big Little Lies and neighborhood thrillers will devour. Perfect for readers who love messy secrets and surprising twists.

A fun little neighborhood drama. Reminiscent of Big Little Lies but not the same. Good pacing, lots of characters, but distinct storylines, kept the story moving. I appreciated the audiobook narration and enjoyed the listening experience. A juicy summer drama (read in the dead of winter by me, haha).

The Meadowbrook Online Community Page is glad to be announcing its annual block party. Will a good time be had by all, or will an unspeakable event truly rock the citizens of Alton Road?

Nick and Alex Fox, the organizers, are working hard to make the party a success. However, the story quickly shifts between the present and a year ago, revealing that things are not going well. In fact, a group of teens is playing a dangerous game of revenge. Alcohol, drugs, and other illegal activities are also involved.

One thing that caught my attention, especially considering the younger perspectives, was the mention of the fable, The Scorpion and the Frog. Just that brief reference hints at the underlying dynamics between a couple of characters. The unexpected twists and turns throughout the book make it a stellar read.

Many thanks to St. Martin’s Press and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.

Unfortunately, I cannot say that this book was one of my favorites. It took me several times to pick up my Kindle and try again, and I found it an interesting read but definitely not the "omg I can't put it down!" type of book. I do like stories that start with an event and go back through and tell us how we arrived here.

*The Block Party* by Jamie Day is a tense, suspenseful novel set around a suburban block party. Through multiple perspectives, it uncovers the dark secrets of the residents, revealing betrayal, hidden histories, and shocking twists. The book is a gripping exploration of human nature and the complexities of small-town life.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. This book was slow to start but picked up and was hard to put down. It started with the annual block party and then flash backed and worked up to the details of the day of the party. The neighbor had a cast of characters - who behind closed doors were their true selves. A lot of twists I did not see coming. Definitely recommend!

Neighbors...these neighbors are why fences are built and shouldn't be crossed. There are so many secrets and twists and crazy schemes. It was hard at times to keep them all straight at times.

Thank you to NetGalley, St. Martin’s Press, and the author Jamie Day for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book opens with the Memorial Day block party. The party is organized by Alex, who has once again had too much too drink. She takes a tumble into the baby pool and is sent home by her husband. She passes out and is later awakened by sirens. Through the local neighborhood social media page, we learn that someone has been killed.

The book then goes back in time one year. There are dual narrators with alternating chapters. Alex is a wife to Nick and a mother to Lettie. Lettie is a 17 year old moody depressed girl WTH hardly any friends.

There are a lot of characters in this story, but I did not have a hard time keeping up with them. We have Brooke, the single widow who makes her money is a questionable way. Alex’s sister, Emily, her husband, Ken and their two boys, Dylan and Logan. Mandy, her husband Samir, and their son Jay who have just moved into the neighborhood. Evan, his wife, Willow, and their daughter, Riley. Of course each character has their own secrets, but how are they all related? Who died? And why?

I enjoyed this suspenseful book and did not correctly guess the ending.

The description of this book drew me in, but it wasn’t thrilling for me mostly because every single character was obnoxious, the storyline dragged, and the writing was atrocious. I cringed every single time I picked up this book hoping it would somehow get better, but the best part was the end when it was finally over.
I tried reading One Big Happy Family, but felt the same wave of recoil when trying to read it and have decided that this author just isn’t for me.

It starts in present day on Memorial Day at the annual Alton Road block party in Meadowbrook. There is word on the town social media page that the police are there and someone might be dead. The book then flashes back to reveal all the interesting characters in the neighborhood and the reader is left guessing who if anyone was killed and by whom? I also loved the social media page banter. It had me laughing out loud with these . I breezed through this one because I found it entertaining. There was a large cast of characters and I always love a good domestic thrill when rich people behave badly. After finishing I went to request Jamie Day’s upcoming summer novel. I’m ready for it. Pick this up if you liked The whispers by Ashley Audrain

Loved! It kept me guessing the entire time and i loved how many secrets and twists there were in this book. I love intertwined stories and characters so that was a bonus as well. Would definitely recommend this one!

Thank you Netgalley for ARC. The Block Party had a promising setup, but it didn’t live up to expectations. The characters were hard to connect with, , and the story felt disjointed. Unfortunately, it just wasn’t as engaging as I hoped.

Quick and fun thriller - I love domestic thrillers and how they keep you guessing about seemingly ordinary characters. This one had my attention from page one.