Nothing Ever Happens Here by Seraphina Nova Glass is perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club & Only Murders in the Building. A gripping attack shocks a small-town in northern Minnesota and it’s only the beginning. As the story goes viral thanks to some well-intentioned seniors, the risk grows.

This was my first time reading one of author Seraphina Nova Glass’s works, but it certainly won’t be my last. Nothing Ever Happens Here pulled me in almost immediately when Shelby Dawson survives a harrowing attack and her best friend’s husband goes missing.

It has been fifteen months, no signs of Mackenzie’s husband Leo, but he has left her life in ruins. Shelby is finally returning to normal, that is until a note is left on her windshield and the trouble begins anew.

The tale unfolds brilliantly as I tried to make connections between the missing husband and the attack(s) on Shelby. A group of seniors who live at the Oleander that Shelby manages try to help through podcasts discussing the case, and it only creates more chaos.

I loved the characters, particularly the seniors led by Florence, who believe Detective Riley is useless. The story is told from three points of view and it kept me on edge. First, we have Shelby who it seems someone is threatening, then Mack (Mackenzie) who is looking for answers to Leo’s disappearance and unearthing scandals. The last is Florence from the Oleander, who gathers her posse of retired friends to investigate. They share their theories and discoveries on the podcast, which goes viral.

The tale was clever, well paced, with plenty of twists. Glass balances humor, terror and small-town life into the story and pulled me in. While I had my suspects, the author kept me guessing until the end.

An absolute page-turner, Nothing Ever Happens Here will hold you captive until the last line.

Thank you HTP and The Hive for the gifted digital copy.

Nothing Ever Happens Here
Seraphina Nova Glass
Publishing Date: February 11, 2025
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This was an enjoyable, fast paced thriller! Told from three POV and with multiple mysteries happening at once, I was constantly guessing who did what and who could be trusted.

Best friends Shelby and Mackenzie have both endured a lot. Shelby was attacked and nearly died. Mackenzie’s husband went missing the same night. Fifteen months later anonymous threats are being placed and people are disappearing, or worse.

The absolute best part of this book was the sleuthing senior citizens. They live in a senior community but they are still living life to the fullest! They decide to use their podcast as a tool to help solve these mysteries. I love representation of older characters in books, and in a thriller it was absolutely amazing.

This book seriously messed with my head—in the best way. Shelby has already survived something terrifying, but just when she thinks she’s finally moving on, the past comes back swinging. Anonymous threats, weird accidents, and that creeping feeling that someone is watching her? Yeah, I was stressed right along with her.

I loved how real Shelby felt. She’s not some fearless heroine—she’s just trying to keep her life together, but you can feel her paranoia creeping in, and honestly, I don’t blame her. Her best friend Mackenzie adds even more drama, especially with all the shady stuff about her missing husband. I kept going back and forth trying to figure out if he was actually dead or if he had something to do with everything.

Also, the small-town vibes? Perfectly eerie. Everyone’s nosy, but no one actually knows what’s going on, and the whole thing just feels off in the best way. Plus, there’s this group of old ladies who accidentally make the case go viral, and I loved the mix of humor and tension there.

And the twists? I thought I had it figured out. I did not have it figured out. If you love thrillers that mess with your mind and keep you flipping pages way too late at night, you need to read this one.

If you love thrillers packed with shocking moments, close calls, and small-town secrets, Nothing Ever Happens Here is a must-read. Set in a snowy Minnesota town, this book delivers twist after twist, keeping you on edge every few chapters.

The multiple POVs make for an engaging read, allowing different perspectives to unravel the town’s icy threats and long-buried secrets. The characters are well-developed, with unexpected heroes emerging in surprising ways. Glass also weaves in a sly sense of humor, adding a layer of wit to the suspense.

Fast-paced, full of twists, and brimming with atmosphere, Nothing Ever Happens Here is a thriller that proves plenty does happen—even in the quietest of places.

Favorite quote:
“We had no choice but to become outlaws.”

I am a fan of Seraphina Nova Glass' work and when I heard about this one, I immediately added it to my tbr. This book was such a twisty, on the edge of your seat story. It pulled me in right from the very beginning. I couldn’t put it down because I needed to know what happened next.

One winter night Shelby is attacked while leaving her friends café after a night out together. Just over a year later, her friend Mack has helped her get back to a point that feels almost normal, until she gets a threatening note on her car.. he did say that if she told anyone that he'd make everyone around her pay. Is her attacker back to finish what he started?

The premise was great and the book started on a high note for sure but it went downhill from there for me personally. While I could see character development, I didn't feel attached to any of the many many characters - the complete opposite actually, most of the characters got on my nerves, or worse, I couldn't remember anything we had been told about them. I found the red herrings fell a bit flat and the ending just seemed a bit unbelievable and outrageous. I was curious as to how it would wrap up so I did finish the book but overall I wasn't a huge fan.

Thank you to netgally and publisher for the review copy!

i wanted to like this SO BAD but it just gave me nothing sadly 💔

for the positives, i loved the whole gang of senior citizens and their dynamics were really fun and cute

however, it felt difficult to connect with the story and other characters early on since the book literally just jumps right in, and usually that’s a good thing in thrillers, but in this one it just left me feeling slightly unmoored the entire time

plot wise, it took ages for things to start happening, and the possibilities for how it could wrap up felt pretty limited. i honestly thought the book felt like it dragged out way too long, but then somehow the book is only 300 pgs?

just not my favorite unfortunately i think i wanted MORE

A tale of twists and turns with multiple POVs and a motley crew of old folks to solve it. A semi-climatic ending, but still a good thriller for a long road trip.

I was so intrigued at the beginning but someway, somehow it went south and I just ended not enjoying it. The only good thing are the old folks at the assisted living center.

The title is very fitting because literally nothing ever happened in this book.

Thanks to HTP books, The Hive, and NetGalley for this ARC. 🐝

I liked the setting and the characters in this one, in a town where nothing ever happens, until it does. Shelby and Mack are both compelling characters and the trials they go through are horrific. The ending was a bit predictable but overall the story was good. Will definitely read this author again.

I started reading this book last month, but had to put it down and take a break because the amount of characters was overwhelming. I couldn’t keep track of who was attacked, whose husband was missing, and didn’t feel like making a list of all the characters.
I decided to try listening to the audiobook and not care about the characters, but pay more attention to the storyline and this worked for me, although the narrator was quite boring and there were some bumps along the way.
I loved The Vacancy in Room 10 and had high hopes for this book but I found the story slow, repetitive, and the ending felt rather rushed. The only entertaining aspect of this book was the old people, they were fun.

We see the world through the eyes of Shelby, Mack (Mackenzie), and Florence. (which I love three view points in a story it helps keep the reader hooked but also gives a good multi layered view of the story without becoming too monotonous. The story starts with Shelby being attacked and thrown in a freezer and Mack's husband going missing but over a year later things start happening again. Meaning no one is truly safe until they figure out what went on over a year ago and what is still happening now.

The plot unfolded very nicely with more happening to keep the reader hooked. Without given too much away there are more crimes and deaths. Which really kept me reading towards to figure out what was going on.

Thank you, Graydon House and NetGalley for the digital ARC copy.

An interesting departure for this author! She has written dark suspense in the past but this was more an amateur detective/cozy story with Thursday Murder Club vibes. I was a little taken aback at first but overall really enjoyed this book and will read anything SNG writes!

I love everything I have ever read by Seraphina Nova Glass and this was no different. This should be one of top books of the year in my opinion! It was SO GOOD! Fast paced, twisty, complex, exciting. Absolute perfection. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for my honest review!

I went into this book with high hopes, and while it didn’t immediately grab me, it ultimately won me over. The beginning was strong, but I found myself struggling to stay engaged until about halfway through. Thankfully, Florence and her gang of friends at the Oleander senior citizens apartments saved the day. Their brave, quirky, and endearing personalities breathed life into the story and kept me hooked. From that point on, the book became a fun, thrilling ride.

The story is told from three distinct perspectives: Mac, the loyal best friend and wife of the mysterious suspect who has vanished; Shelby, the victim and protagonist who manages the Oleander; and Florence, the clever amateur sleuth and resident of the Oleander who quickly became my favorite character. The close-knit relationships between these characters were a highlight, showcasing their willingness to take risks for one another in the face of danger.

The book masterfully blends mystery and tension, keeping readers guessing until the very end. I was pleasantly surprised that I couldn’t predict the outcome, which made the resolution all the more satisfying. While it took some time to fully immerse myself in the story, the second half was well worth the effort.

Overall, this was a fun and engaging read, and I’d encourage readers to stick with it—it’s worth the wait! If you enjoy mysteries with strong, interconnected characters and an unpredictable ending, this book is for you.

This book starts with a terrific title and opening scene. Shelby experiences a very intense situation that will impact her forever. When it seems like her past has caught up with her again, she'll have to figure out what the heck has been going on. There's plenty of clues, red herrings, and other twists and turns like a missing husband to keep things interesting. And Shelby will need some help from the seniors in town to figure it all out. There's a cozy feel to this small town story as well.

Overall, Nothing Ever Happens Here is a nicely woven mystery that likes to keep the reader guessing.

I enjoyed this thriller it kept me interested and the characters were a breath of fresh air. I loved the senior citizen characters and how they interacted. I found myself wanting to keep reading to see what and how the story would unfold. I always enjoy this authors books so I was so glad to read this one.

Thank you so much to @htp_hive for the gifted copy!

🔹 𝙈𝙮 𝙏𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 🔹
This was my first read of Seraphina Nova Glass and it won’t be my last! This was a solid suspenseful small town mystery, that keeps things interesting with the multiple POVs, and interesting side characters. One of my favorite side characters is a group of senior citizens who have no filter!

Shelby survives an attack on the same night that her best friend Mack’s husband Leo disappears. The story’s present takes place 15 months after this, when a mysterious note appears and the threats to Shelby seem to come back.

Set in a small town, the characters all have connections to each other going back a while. The mysterious disappearance of Leo gives a questionable vibe throughout the story of if he had something to do with Shelby’s attack, or if it’s all a coincidence.

I did not guess the ending to the book or the bad guy! I look forward to reading more books by this author!

🎧 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚:
🔹 Mysterious Attacks
🔹 Missing Person
🔹 Elderly Crime Sleuths
🔹 Unexpected Twists

This book started out really strong. It drew me in, and I was so curious to what was going to happen and who was behind everything. But then I feel like it fell flat a bit. It slowed down and I didn't care for a lot of the characters and the side stories. I have read this author before and I think sometimes she overcomplicates things. I mostly cared about the two main female characters and what was happening with their lives. I didn't care for the smaller characters. The ending did pick up which I liked, and I flew through to know what was going to happen. I also did not guess the ending so that always adds more points to my review. I just don't think the whole book was worth the more twisted/exciting ending. This was my least favorite of her books that I have read.

As always, Seraphina Nova Glass delivered an excellent book! One of my favorite authors. I loved these characters, the suspense, the twists. Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.