This was a nice sort of gothic feeling thriller. Rose was as described, pretty darn creepy. Stella was a well written character that was looking for the truth about the nanny’s sudden death. I really enjoyed this book. It almost reminds of of Phyllis A Whitney books. I’d definitely like to see more from this author.

Very well written. Page turner. I did not guess the big twist, which is rare. I found the ending of the book very rushed and some of the characters making unrealistic changes at the end of the book. Could of cut out the last few chapters, it felt pretty resolved before time.

My thanks to Net Galley and St Martin for allowing me to read this arc.

What happened to Tina the nanny? Did she really fall out the window of the Barclay mansion ,where she was employed watching young Rose Barclay? And why has young Rose suddenly stopped talking? Was she involved? Did she witness something? Enter Stella Hudson from the courts to see who should get custody as her parents divorced.

Really enjoyed this book. Got elements of the movie the Bad Seed and loved the twists and whodunit!

3.5 stars. This story has a lot of really fun thriller elements--creepy child, ominous incidents piling up, absolutely everyone casting suspicion on themselves. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a popcorn thriller, but it did drag a bit for me near the end, and I found some of the stories about Stella's personal life were a bit too drawn out for my interest.

A quick read that I didn't want to put down! Twists and turns that I never expected that lacked a punch!

Another quick and twisty thriller from Sarah Pekkanen! Her books are always interesting and keep me wanting to read well into the night; House of Glass was no exception as I finished it within a day! This thriller tells the story of a mute girl, Rose, who has become silent after witnessing the death of her nanny. Her parents are divorcing and a lawyer, Stella, is assigned to the case to represent Rose's best interest in the aftermath of her parent's divorce. Complicating things are Rose's parents' relationship with her grandmother, Stella's past, and the fact that the nanny's death remains a cold case with no confirmed outcome on murder vs accident.

Overall, I enjoyed this thriller! There were multiple storylines that worked well together and helped add to the complexity of the choices that Stella has to make throughout the novel. While some of the twists seemed easy to spot, others were more hidden and developed slowly. As always, I am looking forward to the next release from Ms. Pekkanen!

I am a big fan of Pekkanen when she writes with Greer, but her last solo book left me wanting. House of Glass was a very pleasant surprise and felt very unique from most other stories I have read. She did a wonderful job, developing the characters and making everyone feel like a suspect at different points. There were also few different storylines/background scenarios going on, which can sometimes feel like the author try to do too much, but it really worked this time.

I like to mix up my reads and this book fit the bill--a mystery/thriller.

The setting: Tina, a nanny dies--pushed or an accident? A "golden family" but now on the brink of divorce. The child--so traumatized she no longer speaks. Enter Stella Hudson, a "BIA"--best interest attorney--appointed to serve as counsel for children in custody cases, She doesn't accept clients under thirteen due to her own traumatic childhood [a LARGE part of the story], but is convinced by her mentor, a judge, to take Rose Barclay's case. Rose, a nine-year old only child, is now being homeschooled by her paternal grandmother, Harriet. Her mom, Beth, is quite wealthy [family money; doesn't work]. Her dad, Ian, is a gardener/landscaper.

Stella is disturbed by many {physical] things in the house, senses many secrets, suspects everyone. The house is another character in the novel.

I was hooked at the start because this was an easy read and the writing was NOT nails on the chalkboard, That said, this was a story, not literary fiction.

At first a 4, then 3.5, ultimately 3. Reason: it became melodramatic and I was derailed. Ultimately, the last 15 percent or so was just "OY!" Started out so promising but the end surely did me in.

I had been really looking forward to this book. This author writes my kind of books. The mystery in this one held my attention. It did slow down a bit in the middle, but really picked up the last 25%. All the suspected characters were shady and I had multiple theories in my head. It took a while before I figured out what was actually going on and in the epilogue it was explained in detail, some of which was over the top. Though I don't think this is her best book, anyone who enjoyed her others will like this one too. A 4 star read for me.

Stella Hudson becomes the best interest attorney for a young girl named Rose Barclay. Rose has seen her nanny's body after an accident and her parents are divorcing. From the first moment she enters the Barclay house she knows something is very wrong. Having dealt with something as traumatic as a child, Stella knows it is up to her to keep Rose safe.

Sarah Pekkanen always writes an amazing thriller with dark components. She creates a rather creep charactr of nine year-old Rose. She actually makes you wonder what a child could be capable of. This is a fun summer thriller that will be a quick read when enjoying some time in the sun.

After a young nanny jumped or was pushed to her death Stella, a children's advocate attorney, is assigned to Rose, a 9 year old child. Rose hasn't spoken since the tragic event. This is a twisted case and Stella finds out The Barclay family is far more troubled than she thought. Everyone is a suspect, even Rose until Stella finds the answer. This is a fine thriller that I highly recommend. Thanks to @NetGalley for the ARC of this book. I really enjoyed it.

House of Glass was creepy… looking into the glass house of the Barclays manor everything seemingly perfect until 9 year old Roses nanny falls to her death. Now going thru a divorce. Stella must decide which parent rose should live with. Did the nanny fall or was she murdered.? Nothing is as it seems and everyone’s got secrets especially Rose who since the accident hasn’t spoken.

On the surface, the Barclays appear to lead the perfect existence in their palatial home tucked away in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. Beth, an heiress to millions, is married to Ian, a handsome and doting father to their prodigious young daughter, Rose, who is full of academic and artistic promise. But when their nanny, Tina, mysteriously plunges to her death at the Barclay estate, the murder investigation and exposed secret affair between Ian and Tina threatens to shatter the family’s golden image for good.

Stella Hudson is the best interest attorney appointed to represent 9-year-old Rose after Beth and Ian file for divorce and fight for sole custody. Stella, who sees much of her own traumatic past in her new young client, quickly discovers not everything that glitters is gold. As Stella spends more time with young Rose, who can no longer speak due to trauma-induced mutism, she becomes obsessed with finding out who killed Tina in this gripping psychological thriller that was hard for me to put down.

This is my first Sarah Pekkanen novel and I couldn’t get enough of it. The story is fast-paced with cliffhanger chapter endings and twists I never saw coming. I’m used to mystery thrillers starting off strong and slowing down halfway through, but this kept going right through the last page. The D.C. backdrop was the icing on the cake for me.

CW: child abuse, drug abuse

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for an advanced copy of this book.

House of Glass follows Stella, a lawyer representing 9 year old Rose in a custody battle between Rose's parents, as she navigates learning about Rose and the secrets that lie within Rose's home life. Rose is a traumatized young girl who is plagued by the recent (and mysterious) death of her nanny, as well as, her parent's impending separation. Stella sees much of her own young self in Rose, but soon learns that the little girl has a darkness about her that may have been the root cause of the death of her nanny.

I have been a big fan of Sarah Pekkanen for years and her newest novel did not disappoint. This book had everything you want in a thriller- creepy house, creepy child, untrustworthy characters that were all holding secrets, and an unsolved murder. That being said, I felt that the story did drag a little in the middle and we had several side characters that seemed unnecessary in pushing the plot forward.I do believe that if we see Stella in future novels, these side characters will hold more value, but as a standalone novel we could have done without their stories.

In true Sarah Pekkanen fashion, this book gets your attention from the very beginning and doesn't let go until the very last word on the very last page. Its Stella Hudson's job to find out what is best for young Rose Barclay, who is affected by traumatic mutism, in the custody battle waging between her divorcing parents. Stella meets the family and knows there is something just not right about them all - but she just can't put a finger on it yet. Added to the already stressful drama is the fact that Rose's pregnant nanny is dead, and while it has been deemed an accident, Stella can't help but feel there is more to that story!! The parents, Ian and Beth, each feel they are the right person to have full custody of Rose.; Ian's live-in-mother, Harriet, supports Beth's claim. As Stella immerses herself in the case she has been assigned, it brings back painful memories of her own traumatic mutism, and gives her the drive to find out what actually happened that contributed to her mother's death, as she hid in the closet. All of these storylines keep the reader actively involved in the movement of the book, and main characters are at one moment likeable and the next not. What secrets do they all hide? Which one is responsible for Tina's murder? When even a young child is thought to be capable of causing Tina's death, Stella sets in place a plan to draw the truth out of them all and puts herself in danger by doing so. Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press, for the opportunity to read and review this advance reader copy. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. #NetGalley #HouseofGlass

This is the type of story that draws you in and doesn’t let go. I couldn’t put this book down. Loved it!

Great psychological thriller. Stella, an attorney, is assigned to the case of a 9 year old girl, Rose, who’s parents are going through a divorce to determine what custody arrangement would be in the best interest of Rose. To make things more complicated, Rose suffers from selective mutism after having witnessed the traumatic death of her nanny. As Stella looks more into the family she realizes they are hiding something and is determined to figure out what. This book kept me guessing and I honestly wasn’t sure where it was going. 4 starts. Thank you Netgalley and St. Martin’s Press for the advanced copy.

Thank you Netgalley & publisher for this e-arc of house of glass by Sarah Pekkanen.

This is a Thriller/Murder-Mystery novel. 5*; one unique aspect of an element of childhood trauma and a Traumatic mutism.

Synopsis: House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen is a psychological thriller about the Barclay family, whose perfect façade hides dark secrets. After their nanny's suspicious death, nine-year-old Rose Barclay stops speaking. Stella Hudson, a lawyer with a traumatic past, is assigned to uncover the truth. As Stella delves into the case, she discovers the family's twisted dynamics and realizes everyone is a suspect. The eerie, glassless house adds to the suspense as Stella's investigation puts her in grave danger, blurring the lines between victim and perpetrator.

Things I liked: What I really enjoyed about House of Glass was its compelling characters. Each main character was richly developed, making it easy to become invested in their individual journeys and perspectives. The pacing of the novel was another highlight; it maintained a perfect balance of suspense, steadily building tension as the thriller unfolded. Additionally, the writing was exceptional, skillfully blending character-driven moments with a gripping plot. This mix ensured that the story was both emotionally engaging and intensely thrilling, keeping me hooked from start to finish.

Things I disliked: Nothing. One thing I thought I did not like, was not what I thought, but I do not want to spoil the books. Childhood Trauma could be a TW. I do not think so in this case, but for some.

I highly recommend if you love thrillers, suspense, or non-cozy mysteries.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC of House of Glass. I found this to be an entertaining book. I enjoyed the short chapters. I would say this book is a lot more tell than show. I found myself skimming some parts because there was some superfluous descriptions that didn’t add anything to the story except words to make the book longer. I did enjoy Rose and how she came off pretty sinister and questionable. The events with Charles seem a little out there so the reader has to accept a little craziness. The minor romance subplot seemed really unnecessary and I’m not sure why it even had to be put in there, maybe again to just lengthen the book? Overall not bad book, a quick thriller to enjoy. Thank you again for the ARC of House of Glass!

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC of this book! The beginning immediately hooked me, and I thought I knew where the story was going. I was pleasantly surprised I was wrong, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It keep me on the edge of my seat the entire time, and I'm glad the ending was wrapped up nearly in my opinion.