Twenty years ago, Alice watched her cousin be murdered by her boyfriend during the country club’s Fourth of July party. But in Briar’s Green, appearances matter more than truth. Patrick’s family money and connections scrubbed his name clean, leaving Caitlin’s death written off as a tragic accident by the pool.

Alice walked away from the club and the privileged neighborhood she grew up in, but she never forgot what she saw or who got away with it. Now, on the anniversary of Caitlin’s death, she returns determined to dig up the truth. If she can stir the press into reopening the case, maybe this time justice won’t be buried beneath the manicured lawns and champagne flutes.

Packed with red herrings, shady power players, family drama, and the dark secrets of the wealthy elite, Old Money is a popcorn thriller you won’t want to put down.

3.5⭐️

This was such a fun, popcorn-style thriller—perfect if you love sinking into messy rich people drama (a trope I can never resist!).

Helen Laser’s audiobook narration was a definite highlight. Her smooth, conversational pacing made it easy to listen to, and she brought just the right mood to match the story. The production was polished and professional, which really helped carry the atmosphere.

I’ll admit, it did take me a few tries to fully settle into the flow—something about the pacing in the earlier chapters didn’t grab me right away. But once it hit its stride, especially in the last 20%, it became completely addictive. The finale was by far the strongest part, and I found myself not wanting to stop listening.

Overall, it’s an entertaining, bingeable thriller that I’d recommend when you’re in the mood for something dramatic and easy to escape into.

I was fortunate to receive a complimentary ALC from Harlequin Audio via NetGalley, which gave me the opportunity to share my voluntary thoughts.

How I Rate
Because I mostly read ARCs, I focus on how I think fellow readers with similar tastes will respond. I sometimes round up or down based on pacing, prose, or overall impact, and I try to keep my personal preferences from weighing too heavily.

⭐️ 1 Star – Finished, but not for me; I never DNF ARCs.
⭐️⭐️ 2 Stars – Struggled due to writing, content, or editing issues.
⭐️⭐️⭐️ 3 Stars – Decent read with untapped potential; recommend with some reservations.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4 Stars – Really enjoyed it and would recommend for several reasons.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Stars – Exceptional; lingers in my mind well after reading. A story I’d gladly revisit.

Thank you Netgalley and Harlequin Audio for the ALC.

Story: 🌟🌟🌟🌟💫
Narration: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Overall: 🌟🌟🌟🌟 💫

Old Money tells the story of Alice returning to her affluent hometown of Briar’s Green to finally get justice for her cousin who was murdered many years ago. She begins working at the country club to figure out what exactly happened that July 4th.

I loved this book. Helen Laser perfectly narrated this story of privilege, secrets, and lies. There were many twists and turns and I never wanted to put it down. So good.

ALC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This debut thriller is both gripping and compelling, culminating in an emotionally impactful ending.
The novel follows Alice, who returns to her affluent hometown of Briar's Green twenty years after her cousin Caitlin’s tragic death. Driven by a quest for justice, Alice must navigate the town's elite, who are intent on keeping secrets hidden. The author creates a suspenseful and intricate mystery depicting the insular world of old money, where reputation is everything and can make or break lives. The story is filled with small-town secrets, family drama and nuanced characters.
I enjoyed simultaneously reading and listening to the narration.
I would like to thank the publisher and author for providing a complimentary advanced copy. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.