Thank you netgalley and publishers for the ARC of this book!
A real slowburn thriller that picks up pace which I enjoyed reading. The book twists definitely caught me off guard but I really wished the book immediately picked up a fast pace from the start to keep you hooked.
Still an enjoyable thrillin read!

A mystery following the goings on in upmarket Mandalay Close where every resident has their own agenda and lots to hide.
The main character Lena moves to MC after a messy break-up and soon comes to realize that, in addition to all she has on her plate, somebody among her shiny new neighbourhood doesn't want her there.
There are a few additional POVs from some of the residents sprinkled in which I enjoyed very much, especially Jolyon.
Yes, one might wonder whether somebody his age would talk & reflect his own behaviour like that &
the ending wrapped the story up a bit too smoothly for my taste, yet these are but minor nitpicks to an enjoyable domestic thriller.

Thank you, NetGalley and Boldwood Books, for the ARC in exchange for an honest review! All viewpoints are entirely my own.

Don't Let Her IN
by Joanne Ryan
Pub Date: April 18,2024
Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
Although this starts off a bit dull and unevenly paced, once it gets going, it does become interesting and very entertaining reading. It’s told through several points of view and this works well as you get a fly on the wall insight behind some closed doors and it’s far from pretty. These are not very likeable people which they often hide behind a veneer of respectability, and some are very nasty, reprehensible characters.
So for me it's a three star.
Perfect for fans of K.L. Slater, Lisa Jewell and Sue Watson.

A very slow burner. Unlikeable characters. Pace did pick up and had a few twists but it was just an ok read for me. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to review it

Don't Let Her In is advertised as a gripping, addictive psychological thriller; however, for me, it did not live up to the hype. Rather than one cohesive mystery/thriller, it felt as if I was reading three separate books - one focused on the letters, one focused on the murder, and one focused on the relationships/drama. The letters having nothing to do with the story really annoyed me. None of the characters are well-developed and most are extremely unlikable with no reasons why. The multiple POVs were unnecessary, especially the kid's chapters. The ending was pretty predictable and was not satisfying. Overall, I just did not enjoy this book.

The police is called in because of the poisoned pen letters people on the close are receiving. It seems all the neighbours have secrets and someone knows about them. 

Every finger points in Lena's direction, but is she the one to blame? And whilst the police investigates, there is something far worse happening and once again Lena seems to be the one in the middle...

I cannot decide whether I liked or disliked Lena. On the one hand she is kind and helpful, but on the other hand she can be very spiteful and a bit aggressive too. 

I loved the skeleton of the book. Chapters told by different characters with their perspectives giving us the opportunity to see inside the heads of those people. This, combined with a good number of twists and turns makes this story an enjoyable one. 

Did I expect this person to be the baddie? No, not at all. I had put my money on someone else. :) Kudos to the author for fooling me. ;) 4 stars 

Thank you

This is the first book I've read by Joanne Ryan and it was great!
Very gripping throughout with a few fantastic twists

Slow-starter but then the pace picks up and the story becomes a page-turner. Loved it in the end but wish it had picked up earlier in the novel as I almost didn't stick with it.

Thank you to the Publisher and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The numerous five-star reviews had me skeptical, prompting me to request the book. I expected a haunting tale, full of unexpected twists and turns, but was disappointed to find that it lacked the intended eeriness. Instead, it was a gloomy portrayal of dysfunctional individuals making poor choices and facing the consequences. Despite the majority's positive reception, I found myself at odds with my own opinion - I could not connect with any of the characters and ultimately did not enjoy the book. Nevertheless, I am grateful to #BoldwoodBooks and #Netgalley for granting me the opportunity to read it. While others may view it as a thrilling read, I saw it as a depiction of individuals in need of maturity and direction, rather than constantly complaining about their self-destructive tendencies.
carolintallahassee

Im one of those readers that love fast paced right from the beginning thrillers. This story sadly had a slow beginning but it did pick up and the twist and turns began. Besides for the slow beginning it is a recommend.

Thank you netgalley and publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own and isn't influence by anyone else

I feel like this is a me problem, but not a book problem based on other reviews. I didn’t really care for this one until around 80%. It was a lot of stuff happening that never seemed to connect. I think you should read it because my opinion is just that and others have loved it.

this story is so addictive read in a day. Lena has got to start all over her boyfriend Gareth. Has got a younger woman and he wants her out even though she has made there house a dream home.so she finds a nice little place to rent. And things start to go very wrong. Someone is sending. The residents poison pen letters they know all their secrets. it's such a twisty and an addictive read.

After a slow start, the story picked up and it has its twists bringing the reader into several directions before a surprisingly satisfactory ending. There were parts of the main characters that weren’t particularly likeable and they all were keeping secrets from those around them. It was my first time reading anything by this author and I wouldn’t hesitate to read more of her books. I want to thank the publisher and Netgalley for the advance copy and the opinions expressed are entirely my own views and are completely unbiased. 4.5 stars rounded

Unfortunately I found this a bit slow to get into and nearly gave up. But all of a sudden it was fast paced and full of twists and turns! Really really enjoyed it and so glad I stuck with it!

This started out pretty slow for me but a series of addressed envelopes get delivered through many different mailboxes and then things start to happen. It was just ok to me. I was having a hard time keeping all the characters straight so maybe this book wasn't for me. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this early release in exchange for my honest review.

A fantastically pacey neighbourhood mystery that very well written and highly engaging. The characters are beautifully written and the plot is well-draw and fast moving. A really fantastic read with realistic twists. The multiple points of view give great context and build a great story. A mystery not to miss!

Don’t Let Her In is a fast paced thriller read full of tons of neighborhood drama. I couldn’t put this book down and read it in one sitting. I grew attached to the main character Lena. The twists and ending were very satisfying. This is a thriller not to miss!

Thanks to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for a digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Joanne's previous book, Keep Your Friends Close, was a great thriller and I was keen to review another book by Joanne. When Don't Let Her In was announced as a blog tour, I really hoped I'd get a spot, and I did!

Lena moves to Mandalay Close hoping to start again. Letters through other people's letterboxes. What's going on?

I love the "moving somwhere new and hoping for a fresh start" trope that's now present in thrillers. They always raise the question "How well do we know our neighbours?". They always make me feel uneasy yet compelled to continue the story and very curious.

Will Lena be safe where she is, or was moving a mistake?

Thanks to Joanne Ryan, Boldwood Books and Rachel's Random Resources for my eARC in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.

5 stars

3.5/5 (rounded up)
This story felt slow, and uneventful for a thriller. It felt more like literary fiction with a side of suspense thrown in. The story itself was enjoyable but, I didn’t find myself at the edge of my seat or anything. I did like Lena as a character but wish there was more.

When Lena moves into her new home on idyllic Mandalay Close, she’s seeking a fresh start after heartbreak. But her hope for a peaceful new life is quickly shattered when mysterious letters appear on her neighbors’ doorsteps, threatening to expose their most private secrets.

As tensions mount in the once-quiet cul-de-sac, Lena watches in dismay as the community descends into chaos. Yet amidst the confusion, her house remains curiously untouched.

I was captivated from the very beginning. It was fast-paced, and the twists were fantastic throughout. The end left me flabbergasted. I enjoyed this very much and highly recommend it to all psychological thriller lovers!

Thank you to Boldwood Books, and NetGalley for allowing me to read and review this book.