Unfortunately, the book didn't live up to its intriguing premise. Without giving too much away, I've seen this plot done a few times before, and while I respect that it's hard to pull off, it didn't feel original. Additionally, I didn't expect some of the darker parts of the material, which made it tough to escape into the story.

I had not read a book by Mary Burton in quite a while and, really The House Beyond the Dunes did not disappoint. While some parts were, in my opinion, a little predictable, it doesn't change the fact that the story was entertaining and still held some pretty good twists. Also, I could hardly put it down. A true page-turner and clearly all I needed. Can't wait to add a physical copy of this psychological suspense in September!

Heart pounding thriller that left me on the edge of my seat. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this one. Definitely one of the best books this year.

Gahh, it’s been a minute since I’ve read one with this very specific twist! I had a hunch around the 40% mark, and at 69%, I just knew! But the fact that I figured it out didn’t diminish anything for me…
And I know writing a novel with this particular “spin” cannot be an easy feat!
Told from dual POV’s & alternating timelines, Burton takes you on wild, twisted ride!
There were a few implausible clouds towards the end, but ultimately I really enjoyed this one & absolutely recommend!
Thanks to NetGalley for this arc in exchange for an honest review!
3.5 stars, rounded up! ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

The House Beyond the Dunes is a robust, and engaging thriller.

The novel is written from two perspectives, Lane, the protagonist and Stevie, a woman whose diary Lane mysteriously acquires. The two perspectives were distinct and fast-paced, so the novel never felt sedentary. Each chapter added something new to the story, and there was no unnecessary filler. Additionally, Lane as a protagonist was gripping, with the surrounding cast of characters being well-selected and purposeful.

Overall, this was a page-turner that will satisfy the craving for an engrossing thriller.

Thank you to Netgalley and Montlake for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book early!

Lane has survived a fall that killed her boyfriend, Kyle. She can't remember exactly what happened, and returns to Kyle's cottage to collect her belongings, hoping to also recall the details of the fall.
A detective has been to see her, asking about two missing women, who Lane has never heard of. And then Lane starts receiving excerpts from one of those women's diary.
She questions all that she knew of Kyle.

I love Mary Burton's books. I don't think that I have read a bad one.
This book does not disappoint. It left the hairs on my arms standing up, and kept me riveted from the first chapter.
The suspense just keeps the reader engaged.

The twist at the end is just mind boggling. I recommend this book wholeheartedly.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

Good book! This book had a bit of everything! It had suspense, intrigue, murder, mystery, A great who done it, and a some really crazy twists and turns that i never would have guessed! The storyline was very interesting and kept me glued to my Kindle! I definitely recommend reading this book as it was well worth reading! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

“What the hell did I just read?”… freaking awesome… The twists do not stop until the very last page!! Recommended for mystery/suspense lovers.

Before giving my review I have to clarify one thing, I found this book in the "romance" category, but in my opinion, it has nothing to do with romance, is more general fiction/thriller/mystery; so, if you are looking for even a romantic suspense this one is not for you, because the romance part is little and full of plot twists.

That said, I really enjoyed this book, it was really hard to put it down, the story is catchy, full of suspense, and you have to keep reading, you cannot stop.
Some plot twists were a bit predictable, something you understand within the first pages, but others are just mind blowing, really well done.