The Block Party was quite the party of the year…. Where rumors and accusations can fly through the air like at the annual egg toss but it can actually get you killed.
This book was a solid 3 1/2 stars for me. I really wish there was a neighborhood map in the beginning of the book outlining who lived in which property and how close in proximity they were to each other.
I was extremely intrigued by the book, but it took me longer than anticipated to grasp all the characters introduced in the first few chapters.

I was initially pulled into this book by the title--I used to attend block parties when I was a kid, and was so curious how this typically mundane event could be made into a mystery novel! Well it was very well done and definitely not like anything I've read before. I loved the fresh concept and will be looking forward to more by this author. I was hooked! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher.

Wow from the cover I never would have predicted this book would be this phenomenal! I couldn’t put this down.

The Block Party was a solid thriller, it was hard to get into because it was a little slow, however I overall enjoyed it. After getting into it, I could not put it down because I wanted to know what was going to happen.

Thank you to the author, St. Martin's Press, and NetGalley for providing a copy to review.

The Block Party by Jamie Day is a thrilling mystery novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Set in an exclusive cul-de-sac, the story revolves around the residents who seem to have everything they could want, but are actually entangled in a web of secrets and scandals. The annual Summer block party becomes the stage for a murder mystery that will have readers guessing until the very end.

The novel is structured in a unique way, taking readers back one year earlier to witness the rivalries and betrayals that have led to the fateful night of the block party. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that danger lies within their own block, and nothing - and no one - is ever as they seem.

Day's writing is compelling, drawing readers into the complex world of the Alton Road cul-de-sac and its residents. Each character is well-crafted, with their own motives and secrets that keep readers guessing. As the story progresses, the tension builds, and the pace picks up, leading to a gripping finale.

Overall, The Block Party is a fantastic mystery novel that will keep readers hooked from start to finish. It's a great summer read that will have you guessing until the very end. Highly recommended for fans of the genre.

This was a thoroughly entertaining neighborhood drama. The story is told from the perspectives of Alex (mom) and Lettie (daughter) over a year and centers around a fateful memorial day block party. The plot is filled with secrets and revenge, as well as intriguing backstories that lead to a disastrous outcome. Despite thinking that I had the story figured out multiple times, the book continually surprised me with its twists and turns. It's a thrilling and fast-paced read that will appeal to fans of psychological thrillers, mysteries, and domestic suspense. I highly recommend packing this book for your next summer vacation, as it's the perfect summer read to enjoy poolside.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

I sometimes struggle with books that follow the lives of many different characters. I find it hard to get invested in the lives of so many characters. However, with this book, although I struggled with untangling some of the names, I did find myself invested in some of the characters, but found it very hard to like others or care about what was going on. I also found the "grand reveal" at the end to be a little rushed. I feel it could have done with a little more time to come to the final scene at the house.

Enjoyable, multi-point of view domestic suspense / neighborhood mystery that will leave you guessing.. until the satisfying conclusion! The reader is kept guessing until the last 15-20% of the book when the tea is spilled - not literally - and all things come to light. My favorite part of the book was the message boards because they were so hilarious. Although there are a large cast of characters they’re easy to keep track of. Characters are dynamic and well described. Great domestic suspense, perfect for a beach read, book group or anyone looking for an interesting read that will keep you guessing! Thank you NetGalley for an early read I really enjoyed this book!

The Block Party by Jamie Day is a terrific novel that allows the reader to become fully immersed in the families that live on Alton Road. The characters are well developed and they are shown in all their humanity. Alcoholism, marriage discord, and intrigue make this a fast read. I could not put it down! The novel is told in different voices. This writing technique works extremely well. The Block Party begins and ends with an annual party. What happens in the year between these two block parties makes this novel one that is very compelling. . Thank you to author Jamie Day, netgalley and St. Martin’s Press for allowing me to read and review this novel.

Alton Road? Not a road I’d like to live on. But boyyyyy does it provide enough drama and intrigue for multiple books! And I’d read every one of them.

The secrets being harbored at the beginning of this book were explosive. The story was fragmented, and as we went back in time to see it all unfold, everything came to light a tiny bit at a time. I absolutely love dual-timeline stories where details are revealed like this.

The characters were all flawed…all had to deal with some difficult shit…and all managed to come through it in their own ways. Well maybe not all… 🤔

I’m half inclined to host a block party to see what drama unfolds. But it wouldn’t be nearly as good as this road’s drama…so maybe I’ll hold off and just re-read this book.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author, and St. Martin’s Press for a review copy!

A drunk mother, a defiant teenage daughter, and a whole lot of drama.

A death takes place at a neighbourhood block party. Readers learn the events leading up to the party and who/why might be motivated to murder their own neighbour.

Looking into the lives of the neighbours everyone has a motive to kill. Who is the murderer and who is the victim?

I enjoyed the book, I did find some parts predictable and it did have some slow parts but it managed to keep me entertained. Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC.

Thank you to the publishers at St. Martins Press and Netgalley for a copy of The Block Party in exchange go an honest review.

There’s nothing more that i love than messy, dysfunctional and murderess family dynamic which what attracted me to this book. I did like the writing style of the author and most likely would read other books by Day. I would have rating this higher it I wasn’t reading from the point of view of privilege angry teenager (maybe it could have been from Brook’s POV) and the ending of this book was a real let down. I just felt like the big reveal and conclusion was wrapped in such a pretty bow that it became unbelievable.

Love me a good neighborhood drama! I was excited to read this thinking it would be a good old fashioned murder mystery. Well, it's not. What it turned out to be was a fast-paced, Real Housewives sort of story. Someone is dead in the first chapter. The rest of the story is the telling of what happened the past year leading up to that day. Very juicy, gossipy stories unfold. All the standard cliches are there, but the story is told in such a way that they are made new again. We really don't get back to the actual murder until very near the end. The who and what turned out to be pretty good. I did have an idea what was going on, but still some nice surprises and twists throughout. The only thing I really didn't care too much for was the switching from first to third person, but not a deal breaker. If you like "Housewife" drama, this is for you!

Thank you to #NetGalley, Jamie Day and St. Martin's press for this ARC. All opinions are my own.

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It all starts at a block party on a Memorial Day. The story is all about what happens in the next year, until the next block party. The story revolves around Alex, mostly, and her daughter. It involves few families living around a cul-de-sac. Although I was able to guess the guilty party when I was half way through the book, I couldn't guess how it was going to end. 4 Stars!

I really enjoyed this book! It had some twists and turns I didn't see coming. It kept my interest and on the edge of my seat. I would definitely recommend this book.

The Block Party by Jamie Day is a unique neighborhood mystery. This book was unexpected in many ways. The characters were deeply flawed and yet real and relatable. The author did an amazing job at showing complicated relationships and the difficult decisions that result. Interesting book overall. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

Quite an interesting novel. Relationships were laid bare. Some confusion here and there which all came together in the end. After trauma, happy endings.

I was really looking forward to this 6 it honestly left me disappointed. The first chapter had me intrigued, and then it went downhill from there. It took me weeks to get through the first 20%. My biggest dislike was how it switched back and forth from third person to first throughout the whole book. Super annoying. When the drama started, I was drawn in, but it was always short-lived. Honestly, this book drug on and on without going anywhere and at the 35% mark I just couldn't do it anymore. The last straw for me was the sexualizing a 17 year old. It only talked about her breasts, but to me, that's weird talking about a 17 year olds body, and pairing her with an 20 year old adult. My husband is 11 years older than me, so I do like an age gap, but let's keep them both consenting age adults.

This book was downright entertaining. You know a book is good when you read the twists and have to set it down and say “no way” out loud. I felt like I was watching a reality tv show unfold in front of me and I am 100% here for it. Let’s not forget to mention the bickering on the neighborhood forum was downright accurate. Seriously add this to your future TBR if you love twists and drama! Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for this ARC!

The Block Party is filled with so many interesting characters with so many secrets. The neighborhood has an annual party that turns deadly. Jamie Day writes a story that will have you looking at your neighbors a little closer.