This one had a very interesting plot line. Brooke has been having an affair and now decides to end it and work on her marriage. Her ex lover Gideon may not let go as easily as she hopes. Small things start happening and she has no clue if she’s going crazy or what. The question is how far will Brooke go to end the affair and how far will Gideon go to keep it? I loved reading this one. It kept me reading to find out how it was going to end.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Kensington for the chance to read and review this book.

I will start by saying that I have read MANY books by Lisa and have enjoyed all of them. This one, not so much.
I agree with a few other reviewers that I didn't care for ANY of these people. Shep, Iliked Shep.
I do not see this as a mystery. I am sorry Brooke found out her husband cheated, but as my mom would say, two wrongs do not make a right.
Do not let me get started about Leah! and Marilee? the daughter? I guess I am very old school, but if I spoke to my parents they way she spoke to hers, I would not have seen my 15th birthday! So rude and and disrespectful
I had to make myself finish this book, not a fan of this one at all

I do thank NetGalley for the advanced copy

Thanks to Kensington Publishing, Net Galley, and Lisa Jackson for an ARC and the chance to give my honest review.
How far would you go for something you wanted?
Brooke Hastings finds herself facing this question many times throughout this story. She is trying to end her an affair with Gideon Ross while her and her husband Neal are rekindling their marriage. Gideon is infatuated with Brooke and will not let her go without a fight. Events turn dark very quickly in this one and we soon realize Brooke is not the only one with secrets.
Such a fast-paced, gripping story that I could not put down. My first Lisa Jackson novel and I am eager to pick up another of her books! I loved the main character Brooke. She was strong, brave, and relatably anxious.
The mother-daughter dynamic was a bit cliche with the bitter/angry teenager. I do wish the ending had been spaced out a little more or even drawn out into a longer book. It felt a bit rushed with a couple of unanswered questions.
Overall great read! Really enjoyed this one

Thank you #Netgalley & #Kensington for the opportunity to read this ARC! #ourlittlesecret


Unfortunately I found this book to be far too predictable. Gideon and Brooke had a brief affair. despite the fact that she has a 14-year-old daughter named Marilee and is married to Neal. But she soon realized that she couldn't abandon her family for the insane Gideon, so she called it quits. To her astonishment, Gideon doesn't accept her answer. In this story.

Honestly the characters are all unlikable 😂 there were some good twists but a few that you can predict. Some parts were kind of cheesy but I was definitely sucked in to the story to see what the final outcome would be.

Due for release in just a few short days, thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for the opportunity to read and review prior to release.

Lisa Jackson, a master of psychological thrillers introduces us again to morally grey characters with serious skeletons in their closets.

Brooke has stepped out on her marriage and has regrets, she wants nothing more than to put this liaison behind her.
Unfortunately the man she had an affair with has other ideas.
Gideon... wow, is a true creep, and this one will have you squirming a bit.

What I loved the most was that every character in this one has something to hide, and the suspense that builds as we expose every secret kept me guessing, along with turning those pages late into the night.
This comes out on 6/25/2024 and will be popular, my advice... read it before someone spoils it for you!

This feels more like a cautionary tale than a suspense/thriller. The only character I liked was Shep. Now most of the times I can still enjoy a book with unlikeable characters, but there has to be something about them that I can connect with. At first I thought that maybe I needed to get to know Brooke more before she started the affair, but quickly came to realize that wasn't going to help me worry about her and her plight. (And, side note, that woman needs to never ever drive again!) The pacing and space given to different parts of the book also made this a rough read for me. So much time was spent in the first part of the book. It was too much. And then the second part skips ahead a few years without giving the reader any time to feel like the characters had a sense of normalcy before things went haywire again. And the second part needed a lot more time. It concluded way too fast. This was just a sad group of people who pretty much got what they deserved. Well, maybe not Marilee and Shep. They deserved better. So did the reader.

What if after stepping out on your marriage, you realize you made a mistake? You want to break if off with the new guy, but he won't let you go without a fight. This is the story of Brooke and Our Little Secret. Brooke is a middle aged mom whose marriage is held together by the band aids of pledged loyalty and not much else. Her daughter is a teenager and seemingly hates her and her husband is at best, indifferent. She steps out of her marriage with Gideon, but after a bit, she realizes she doesn't truly care for Gideon and wants to try again to make her marriage work. The only problem is Gideon isn't keen to let her go. He will do whatever it takes to keep Brooke, whether she likes it or not.

Our Little Secret was definitely an action-packed thrill ride. While I did think it was a tad predictable, the action and storyline was so fast-paced that I didn't even care. I was on the edge of my seat for some parts and could not put the book down. This was my first Lisa Jackson book but will not be my last. I am so glad I found this author!

Totally Gripping and Thrilling!

I just finished reading "Our Little Secret" by Lisa Jackson, and it was so good! The story is about Brooke Harmon, who has an affair with a super charming but creepy guy named Gideon Ross. When she tries to end things to save her family, Gideon won’t let go and promises he’ll always be there. Fast forward a bit, and even though Brooke thinks she's moved on, Gideon comes back, and it’s seriously intense!

I loved Brooke’s character because she’s so real and relatable. You can totally feel her fear and determination to protect her family. The way the book dives into her life and shows her relationships, especially with her husband and daughter, made me really care about what happens to her.

The suspense in this book is amazing. Just when you think you know what’s going to happen, there’s another twist. Gideon is such a scary character, and his obsession with Brooke kept me on the edge of my seat. I couldn’t put the book down because I had to know what he was going to do next!

The writing is smooth and easy to read, which made the book even more enjoyable. There were a few predictable moments, and I wish the ending had tied up a few more loose ends, but overall, it didn’t take away from how exciting the story was.

If you love psychological thrillers that keep you guessing, you should definitely read "Our Little Secret." It’s got all the drama, suspense, and twists you could want. Lisa Jackson did an awesome job, and I can’t wait to read more of her books!

This book had me hooked! It was my first book from this author. I loved it. Terrific ending! I am already hunting for my next Lisa Jackson book!
The characters are so well developed and the storyline keeps you guessing

This one was not my cup of tea.

I did read through this book quickly, and the premise was interesting, but it just fell flat for me overall. The characters were all extremely unlikable, the plot lines weren't very believable, and I just found the characters too erratic and over the top.

Without spoilers, the actions of the main character Brooke don't really make sense. She feels threatened, and her daughter, whom she loves, is threatened, but she just simply chooses not to go to the police multiple times. She suspects her husband of hiding things but doesn't sneak onto his computer (which seems easily accessible in his study) to confirm her suspicions... she just let's it go. Her sister is an absolute basket case, and yet she doesn't cut her off. I just couldn't see anyone in real life being so naive and misguided.

The ending is rushed for the build-up as well. I did keep turning the pages because I was intrigued to see where the story would end up, but it was underwhelming. I feel like there were plot lines with loose ends.

I did like that the story was fast-paced. The dog Shep (who is a retriever and not a Shepard) also made the story worthwhile.

TWs: Miscarriage, Attempted SA, Voyeurism of a Minor, Infidelity.

Thank you to Netgalley and Kensington for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Lisa Jackson sends readers on quite a ride with Our LIttle Secret. The heroine, if one could call her that has decided to break off her affair. The young man she has lusted for has gotten a little out of hand and she wants to concentrate on her family. As she tries to break it off and pull away she finds out more than she bargained for, not just about him but her own husband and his secrets. Can this family stay together? It's a wild ride. Thanks to #NetGalley#OurLittleSecret#LisaJackson for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Wow. There is so much to unpack in this book. I was hooked from the first chapter and couldn’t put it down. There were so many twists and turns and how everything came together…ugh. I am glad we got resolutions to all the storylines. What a great thriller to suck you in. Cheating spouses, snarky teenagers, crazy siblings and stalker vibes, this book has it all. The characters are all so real and you keep reading because you want to know more and find out their secrets. Thank you NetGalley and Kensington books for this great read! I loved it and would highly recommend.

Thanks to NetGalley for my ARC

I was so excited to read Our Little Secret. The marketing material called this " a sexy, gender swapped Fatal Attraction ". That happens to be one of my favorite movies. I was seriously disappointed. The characters in this book just annoyed me. Brooke was the worst. She actively ignored a million red flags. She made the most idiotic decisions possible. I don't need a "likeable" character. I just want them to be interesting. Nobody was particularly fun or interesting to follow. Fatal Attraction was a great movie because of the chemistry between the characters and the build up to a crazy conclusion. I got very little chemistry between the characters here. And the conclusion took way too long to arrive. The story felt overwritten and repetitive. The last 5% was decent, but unfortunately it didn't save the book.

This was my first Lisa Jackson book and I enjoyed it. The book has many twists and lots of lies and deception. I will say I was gripped immediately but felt that the story became predictable as time went on. I still enjoyed the book and will definitely read more by this author.

Thank you NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for the e-arc copy in exchange for my honest review.

Yikes! How does the author come up with these stories?!? This one was a nail biter! I loved it, and can’t wait for the next one!

I’d like to thank Kensington Publishing and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read ‘Our Little Secret’ written by Lisa Jackson in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

Brooke Harmon has been having an affair with Gideon Ross but she wants to end their affair and when she tells him he says he’ll kill for what he wants. Then she starts receiving messages from an unknown number on the burner phone she uses only for Gideon. Is it him or has he passed her number to someone else?

I had high hopes for ‘Our Little Secret’ as I like Lisa Jackson’s style of writing and although it started off well it quickly went downhill with characters who were quite frankly horrible and totally unbelievable. The plot was absurd in places, such as when Brooke’s husband orders a pizza and who should deliver it but Gideon! I so wanted to enjoy this novel but it was so predictable that I skipped chapters so I could get to the final conclusion which was abrupt and a fitting end to a novel that I didn’t enjoy at all. Sorry!

This has not been the first book I read of author Lisa Jackson, and I have to say I was not disappointed. It was fairly easy to follow along and had a lot of mystery. They sister rivalry was through the roof!

I liked that it had action almost all throughout and it definitely kept me on my toes. Brooke made a HUGE mistake by having an affair with a total psycho! You know, those ones that say, "If I can't have you, no one will."

I have to say that I was not a fan of Brooke's sister Leah. She just didn't know how to let things go and played the victim card ALL the time. Neal, Brooke's husband, was also not my favorite. The sneaking around and doing things behind Brooke's back regarding THEIR money just irritated me so much.

I did feel like the end was a little rushed. I wanted to read more about the life changes that occurred after the fact. I don't want to get into detail because I don't want to spoil it for anyone, but I feel like the epilogue could have included an explanation on Neal and Leah's part and confrontation between the three. I was left with so many questions!

Overall, this is a 5 star ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ read for me. I highly recommend!

I want to thank Netgalley and Kensington Publishing for this complimentary ARC in exchange for my honest review.

**Our Little Secret** by Lisa Jackson is a taut, psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The story revolves around Brooke Harmon, who, after ending a brief affair with the charming yet obsessive Gideon Ross, hopes to put the past behind her and salvage her family life. However, Gideon's ominous promise to never let her go casts a long shadow over Brooke's attempt to move on.

As a year passes and Gideon seemingly vanishes, Brooke's sense of unease persists, blurring the line between paranoia and justified fear. Lisa Jackson masterfully weaves a narrative of suspense and tension, as Brooke's world teeters on the edge of normalcy and terror.

This book was decent. I think it was a bit predictable, but that doesn't mean it wasn't worth the read! I also think that the book would have hit the same with much fewer words. The ending was rather abrupt, I was a bit disappointed that it was wrapped up so cleanly so quickly.

Thank you Lisa Jackson, Kensington Publishing, and Netgalley for the advanced copy!

MINI REVIEW🤫👀🌪️

Our Little Secret - Lisa Jackson
PUB DATE: 6/25/2024
My rating: ⭐️⭐️/5 stars 🥴

Ok guys, I don’t *like* posting reviews of books I didn’t enjoy, BUT, I also want to remind everyone I am a human and I’m not the type of person who is going to act like I love a book just because I want likes/shares/engagement etc.
Some of my favorite Bookstagram accounts on here are those of you who post 100% honest reviews, including books you did not like!

👀That being said… this book was just not enjoyable whatsoever. I had never read anything by this author before, but it wasn’t a good first impression.
The main character is a woman named Brooke, who has recently reconciled with her husband after a short separation, & therefore decides to end her whirlwind “affair” —(? Not sure how it was an affair if her & her husband were seperated & living apart, but ooook)—with Gideon Ross, a mysterious man she met & started sleeping with during that time. The book begins with Brooke confronting Gideon & telling him she wants to end their secret relationship & work on her marriage and family. Gideon does NOT like this. *Cue the crazy stalker ex-lover*, & In true “if I can’t have you, no one can” fashion, Gideon begins stalking Brooke, even going as far as breaking into her home & setting up secret cameras to spy on her & her husband, & their teenage daughter (gross). Despite having tons of proof that Gideon is stalking her and also proof that he is threatening her own daughter, Brooke decides not to go to the police or tell anyone.
🙄All of the characters are extremely unlikeable. Don’t even get me started about the sister LOL. Brooke’s husband Neal is a complete dumbass too, and Oh I forgot to mention… he literally cheated on Brooke a few years prior to this, while they were married, yet Brooke is sooooo scared to come clean to him about this “affair” with Gideon that she had, while they were seperated.. even when her own family is in danger because of it. ????🫠🫠🫠🫠
Super repetitive, boring, aggravating.

Thank you @netgalley @kensingtonbooks for this e-ARC in exchange for my honest review!

#honestbookreview #ourlittlesecret #lisajackson #thrillerbooks

I’m done! I give it a 4 out of 5 stars! I really enjoyed it! It kept me pulled in from the first couple of pages. A couple twists I did NOT see coming!! The only reason I didn’t give it a 5 was because the ending was a total let down. After reading an entire book that kept you on the edge of your seat, the ending was super quick, expected and lacked everything the rest of the book had.