House of Glass was one my most anticipated books to read this summer because I am a HUGE Sarah Pekkanen fan & let me tell you-- it did NOT disappoint!!⁠ 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
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I was lucky enough to receive this audio book as a part of the Macmillan Audio Influencer Program! Thank you SO much @macmillan.audio & @sarahpekkanen! You're the best!⁠ 🖤
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Just so you’re aware-- creepy kids scare the crap out of me. As a kid that watched ALL the scary movies with no problem, Children of The Corn literally traumatized me. So let's just say when this book featured a creepy kid that has no friends & stashed sharp objects in her coat pocket, I was sold.⁠ 🫣
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In this summer must-read, Stella is tasked with the job of recommending who 9 year old Rose should spend most of her time with after her parents divorce. The problem is that Rose isn't your typical 9 year old. She dresses very formal, has no friends, doesn't go to school, just watched her nanny fall to her death from the window in the home, & now has stopped speaking.⁠
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The nanny's death was ruled an accident-- but Stella isn't so sure. Is the person Stella is supposed to protect, someone that everyone else needs to be protected from?⁠ 👀🔪
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CHILLS!! ⁠😳

I couldn't stop listening to this!! Everyone in the family is suspicious but perhaps 9-year-old Rose is the most suspicious of all. Could she really have killed the nanny? After the incident, she stops speaking, which makes it harder for attorney Stella (who has been appointed to help determine which parent should receive custody of Rose amidst their divorce) to uncover the truth about what really happened. And what's more, Stella has her own traumatic past, which leads to its own mysterious and twists in the story. Another great suspense/thriller, I'd recommend this one!!

Nine year old Rose has been accused of killing her Nanny and now rufusing to speak, but was she really the one who committed the crime? Or could it be one of her parents that are in the middle of a divorce or her elderly grandmother? The answer may surprise you.

HOUSE OF GLASS by Sarah Pekkanen with the audio narrated by Laura Benanti was a suspense filled family drama surrounding a murder.

In short, the nanny falls to her death, young Rose witnesses and stops talking, her parents are in the middle of a nasty divorce, and Stella is the advocate for Rose to determine custody. As Stella tries to help Rose, she gets entangled in the murder investigation and there seems to be no one free from suspicion, making it difficult to choose a path for Rose. Oh, and there is no glass in their house. Weird.

I was pretty sure I had this one pegged early on. It made me think of another suspense/thriller I'd recently read. I was wrong. I was led like the silly blind follower to my conclusion, still enjoying the process, until I saw my error. Sometimes I delight in guessing incorrectly!

I did enjoy this psychological suspense and its various looks into childhood trauma. I loved being able to switch between audio (performed excellently) and digital to fit my surroundings. I did not love one particular aspect of Stella's journey in this book, but anyone who knows me knows I don't do romance...but this one felt extra forced and rushed. I have very little expertise in this, so don't mind me. Overall, a solid suspense that was a win for me!

When this title comes out on August 6th, it will be worth a go. Let it take you along that path of false confidence to drop that surprise. It feels fun that way.

Thank you to @macmillan.audio @stmartinspress @netgalley for this really fun read! I am a fan of Pekkanen and will always be up for her books!

Thank you Macmillan Audio and Netgalley for the advanced reader copy. This thriller did not disappoint. The main character was relatable and I enjoyed learning more about the nanny's death. It was a perfect mix of flash backs and current events, which is sometimes hard to do with the audiobook. I would definitely add this novel to your TBR list this summer!

House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen is a thriller that delves into the dark secrets of the seemingly perfect Barclay family. As lawyer Stella Hudson navigates the complexities of a possible murder involving a young nanny, the story builds a suspenseful tale of deception and danger. The characters, especially young Rose, add layers of mystery to the story, while the eerie setting of a glassless house intensifies the chilling atmosphere. The author keeps readers on the edge, unraveling a web of lies where everyone is a suspect, leaving us questioning who can be trusted. The audiobook version of this book is equally fantastic, featuring an outstanding narrator.

Sarah Pekkanen has quickly become an author I read every summer. I recently was able to enjoy her newest one House of Glass on audiobook.

When a nanny falls to her death and a nine-year-old girl won't speak, it is up to Stella, an attorney, to see if she can open Rose up, and what really happened to the nanny.

This gave me Silent Patient vibes, so I liked this one! A classic who done it with a big reveal at the end. I listened to the audiobook and really enjoyed the narrator! If you're looking for a new thriller this summer this is a great one to pick up on August 6, 2024! 4 out of 5 stars!

This book was an easy read. It was a thriller and it did keep me wondering who committed the murder. It was pretty twisted but dragged on parts. I wasn't overwhelmingly great but it was a good book.

Absolutely loved this book!!
In a nutshell, there’s been a death, a nanny. The house where the nanny dies has a couple divorcing, their little girl and grandma. The couple is fighting over custody of the child. The death of nanny is not solved, possibly an accident, but it’s fishy. Little girl can’t talk due to trauma, seeing her nanny die. Court appointed lawyer works on best case scenario recommendation for the little girl’s custody.
Lots of questions, a lot of little twists.
I think main reason I couldn’t put this book down was because of its excellent pace. It’s hard to find that perfect spot for pacing a mystery/suspense book.
Narration was perfect, too. Highly recommend!! Grab it when it comes out in August :)

House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen more than kept my attention. I read the e- book in less than 24 hours ago, and I barely put it down. I listened to the audio version quickly, too. The narrator, Laura Benanti, does a nice job with Stella’s voice.

Rose is a young girl that has faced a major trauma and now has traumatic mutism. Rose’s parents, Beth and Ian, are divorcing and fighting for custody of their only child. Because of the trauma, Rose has been removed from school and is being homeschooled by her paternal grandmother, Harriett, who lives with the family.

Stella is an attorney, who determines the best placement for children whose parents are fighting for their child’s custody.

Stella must delve into the lives of Rose, Beth, Ian and Harriett to decide which custody arrangement is in the best interest of Rose.

This task is difficult with Rose’s mutism, as well as parents and a grandma who appear to have an agenda.

Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillian Audio for the advanced listen of House of Glass in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

4.5 stars

Sarah Pekkanen's psychological thrillers continue to be some of the best out there. They're twisty and atmospheric, and she really makes you suspect every single character. I particularly enjoyed the interplay between Stella's past and her current case with Rose. It makes a thriller far more interesting to read when the "investigator" has a murky past that may blur the lines and skew perceptions. The audiobook was very well done and made for an enthralling listen. Highly recommend.

Oh my goodness!! This one was so good!! Stella is a best interest attorney and represents Rose, a child who can no longer speak due to witnessing a horrible
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This one has complex characters and several red herrings. Now, I will say that Rose was a bit of a creepy kid, but that’s just how well the story was written and narrated by Laura Benanti.
The narrator did a wonderful job portraying many of the characters. Such an addicting listen.

The novel begins with Stella, a passionate advocate, diving into the case of Rose, a mute nine-year-old girl caught in a custody dispute. There are many secrets that need uncovering to protect Rose from being placed with the wrong parent.

The eerie mansion setting gives off those spooky vibes, even though it's not exactly a haunted house. Sarah, the author, does a fantastic job leading readers in one direction, only to surprise us with a clever twist. The plot keeps you on your toes, and I couldn't stop listening to the audiobook. The narration was absolutely top-notch, making the story even more captivating.

A big shoutout to Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for letting me enjoy and review this fantastic audiobook. If you're into mystery and intrigue with a twisty plot, this one's for you!

This was a pretty compelling story, and I really enjoyed Laura Benanti’s narration. My only issue was that it was a little too long, and got a bit repetitive. Nonetheless, this audiobook was very entertaining, Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

You know those books that you finish in record time and then want to go back and read again just to see if you missed any clues along the way because it’s JUST THAT GOOD? This is that. I don’t typically re-read books but this is the one I will be reading again soon because it was impeccable. The narrator was great, the storyline was great, the twists were amazing, the writing style was perfect. There are literally not enough positive things I can say about this book.

Thank you @macmillan.audio for the ALC copy of House of Glass, a gripping thriller that masterfully blends mystery and psychological drama. It begins with a lie that weaves a golden facade around the Barclay family, concealing a labyrinth of secrets, deceptions, and chilling truths.

Imagine being a young girl who witnesses a murder while your parents are locked in a vicious divorce, living in a house filled with secrets, where everyone claims to want what's best for you—well, almost everyone. Nine-year-old Rose's silence and her peculiar habit of collecting sharp objects following her nanny's suspicious death set an eerie tension that permeates the book. Stella, a best interest attorney with a chilling past, finds her worlds colliding in unexpected ways as she navigates Rose's guardianship.

This thriller has it all:

Enigmatic Characters: Flawed, intriguing, and all potential suspects.

Atmospheric Setting: The Barclay home becomes a character itself, its eerie, glassless construction mirrors the family's fractured and opaque relationships.

Palpable Tension: As Stella uncovers their dark secrets, the tension escalates, and the danger surrounding her grows, hooking me from the first to the last page.

Plot Twists: Just enough redirection to fool you into doubting your instincts, leaving you guessing.

House of Glass explores themes of trust, trauma, and the thin veneer that often separates appearance from reality… its perfect for those looking for their next psychological thriller.

*3.5 stars

A nanny dies and her death is investigated by a best interest attorney, who must determine if the child is safe and who she should reside with. This has an intriguing plot and lots of characters with potential motives for murder. This was not the most outstanding psychological thriller I've read this year, but it was good and definitely a worthwhile read.

Having been a fan of Sarah Pekkanan for a while, I knew I definitely wanted to read her newest. I love the first person point of view, it was easy to follow story. I love the setting of the story, I'm a big fan of stories that center around a domestic setting such as a house. I'm also a fan of when children are the main focus, especially if they are alil sus, aka "creepy kid trope". Another thing I absolutely love in stories is when an outsider is brought in to the home for one reason or another. In this case, Stella, a lawyer was brought in to observe the family and 9 year old Rose. All in all I had a great time, It was right up my alley.

I've been reading books from this author even before she started writing suspense thrillers. This one and the one before it were both just okay. The story was interesting enough to get me to read the whole book, but it doesn't stand out among better books that I have read. Perhaps I don't find the characters compelling enough to care much about them. The narrator wasn't great either. She read the whole book as if the main character was in a constant state of surprise. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

May be more aptly named house of plexi.
Sarah Pekkanen does not disappoint.
You are the only one who can help her. At least, that’s what the judge tells Stella.

Young 9 year old Rose has been through something incredibly traumatic and will no longer speak. Correction. Can no longer speak. Her live in nanny has fallen from the window of her bedroom and died. Her parents are divorcing and there’s a disagreement over the custody of 9 year old Rose. The case of how the Nanny died has gone cold and until a new lead comes forth, it will remain unsolved. In the meantime, Stella must help the court decide who should retain custody of Rose. Can she make this decision without the case being solved?

This was so so so good! Thank you for the ARC @netgalley, @sarahpekkanen, @stmartinspress