Would like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for letting me read this book

Oh wow a totally different book from this author but man it kicks a punch and leaves you wanting more

A brutal murder occurs 3 women are dead and a young girl is missing at first the husband is arrested and about to go to court where it’s expected he will be sentenced to prison only got the case to be thrown out and nobody is ever arrested or charged with the murders

Until one day a podcast tries to unearth what happened and then all sorts begin to happen ….

Totally diffferent road from the normal but so well written and still in the style of this author thst you really get to know the characters in depth … a welcome change and one I can’t wait to see what’s next from this author

5* intro to this author with a tale that drew me in and didn't let go.

Quite often when a killer or bad guy's identity is revealed in a book/film/show, it feels faux or anticlimactic, but here, though motives weren't fully revealed, it's a shocker, and incomprehensible. I think a plain, basic ugly emotion was at the core of it, but it's still horrifyingly shocking.

The subject of the book, plus how the podcasters went about things, was engrossing. It actually made me voluntarily listen to my first podcast ever, and made me appreciate the time, research and hard work that goes into them. I liked both Connor and Cristy, though the latter's voice is what's mostly heard. The supporting characters, particularly the 2 researchers, added to the tale with how they managed to get witnesses to open up and provide clues and insight. It was also nice to see a successful Indian female in media, in a mixed-race marriage to a guy who considered her his partner, perhaps even the boss!

But, ugh, Matthew and Marly. Two utterly selfish, irritating, narcissistic characters who wholly deserved each other. But, they were too-present and too irritating, and at times were just a bit too much obviously filler. Their interference and drama went nowhere, and tbh, less would've been more.

The tale had a hint of romance that didn't work for me, but it didn't spoil the tale. It was nice that life was looking up for 2 people wronged by others, though not organic, it didn't feel like. I'll definitely be looking for more from Susan Lewis.

ARC courtesy of NetGalley and Harper Collins for my reading pleasure.

Nothing to See Here by Susan Lewis is a gripping and fast-paced crime thriller that immediately captured my attention with its intriguing premise, especially as a fan of true-crime podcasts. The story follows Christy Ward, the lead producer of the Hindsight podcast, as she delves into the unresolved triple murder case of Lexie Gaudion and her mother and therapist, all killed in 2008. Lexie's young daughter, Amelia, vanished without a trace, and the prime suspect, Lexie’s husband David, was released without trial. Sixteen years later, Christy and her team are determined to uncover the truth behind the murders.

The narrative is well-crafted, with Christy and her colleague Connor Church investigating the case through interviews with key people connected to the tragedy. Each interview unravels new revelations, and as their podcast episodes gain traction, they begin to receive a flood of messages and potential leads from the public, adding layers of suspense and intrigue.

Christy's personal life adds an emotional layer to the story, particularly her complex feelings towards David Gaudion, the man at the centre of the murders. She’s still recovering from her ex-husband Matthew’s betrayal and now finds herself entangled in an uncomfortable friendship with his new, much younger wife, who’s keen to befriend Christy. These personal struggles provide depth to Christy's character, making her journey all the more compelling.

The book is cleverly structured, much like a true-crime podcast, with the suspense building as Christy and Connor uncover more about the case and the people involved. The twists are unexpected, and the solution to the mystery took me by surprise, which is always a sign of a well-executed thriller.

Nothing to See Here is a must-read for fans of gripping crime stories and true-crime podcasts. With its intricate plot, unexpected twists, and well-developed characters, it’s a thrilling ride from start to finish.

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A murder mystery created around a podcast - quite an original concept.. The podcast team work really well together, each with their own take and this creates a plot full of suspects and twists. The case they take on is a triple murder committed 16 years ago with now no suspects.
Some lighter moments are centred around Rosie, a delightful character.
I was hooked from the start and enjoyed the twist at the end. An excellent thriller.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC.

This is a totally different fresh style from Susan Lewis.
A sixteen year old cold case where 3 woman were murdered at the Gaudian family home, the Kellon Manse murders
Cristy Ward and her team are piecing together the story as a podcast, they are turning over stones and ruffling feathers in the process. Each week they upload a new episode, raising lots of questions which are hard hitting and direct. The podcast has forced the police into reopening the cold case, there are several suspects each with motive.
Cristy is juggling the pressures of work and her complicated home life
This is a fast paced rollercoaster read, with lots of twists and surprising turns, can Cristy and her colleagues uncover the truth which has been hidden with secrets and lies.
Many thanks to Net Galley and Harper Collins UK for an ARC of this book in exchange for a review. Great read which I highly recommend.
4.5 stars .

It was twenty-five years ago that I first read a novel by Susan Lewis and I have continued to read her writing from time to time over the years. She is a prolific author, who writes across a broad range of genre, crime, thrillers, suspense and family drama. Last year I read A Sicilian Affair which I found captivating and I promised myself to read more of her novels.

With 'Nothing To See Here' the author has written a bumper thriller of just over 500 pages! A cold case, an apparently unsolvable crime is at the centre of the story. Cristy Ward has decided to feature this particular case in her next True Crime Podcast. The Kellon Case Murders is particularly mysterious as sixteen years previously the police appeared to have solved the case. Then suddenly without explanation it was cited that there was not enough evidence to pursue the case against the husband. Will fresh eyes be able to unravel this complicated story?

I loved this such a C21 idea to create story around a podcast theme and it works well. One feels that Cristy, Connor and the team could feature in more novels if the author feels so inclined. With great character portrayal and so many twists and turns that will keep you guessing, this is recommended for any thriller fans that enjoy a substantial read.

Thanks to Net Galley, Harper Collins UK and the author for the opportunity to read and review.

I always enjoy a new Susan Lewis book. This was a good one. I did get "whodunnit" fairly early but that didn't take away from the jeopardy of - was I right? A very modern day concept- a podcast opens up a 16 year old unsolved murder case. Lexie Gaudion, her mother and therapist are found murdered in her home. Her 10 year old daughter has been missing ever since. Husband David was arrested and later released although everyone assumes he's guilty. Cristy and Connor's respected podcast opens up all the old rumours. Hard hitting, direct and clearly worrying to some. Why did the murders take place? What is the role of the so called cult? Cristy is dogged in her investigation and ultimately the police reopen the cold case. Meanwhile her personal life is anything but easy, another thread to the story. An engrossing read. #netgalley #nothingtoseehere

Suspenseful..
A triple murder, a disappearance, a suspect. An unsolvable crime. Or is it? Cristy Ward decides to choose this particular case for her series of true crime podcasts. Will it eventually be solved and what will the podcast ferret out along the way? As the podcast becomes all the more popular, all the more people are prepared to talk. With a well drawn cast of many characters, a complex and twisting plotline and an intriguing puzzle at its heart, this is a slow burn yet well paced suspenseful read.

I was granted an ARC of this book on NetGalley and the description really interested me so I was excited to read it. The idea behind this book had a lot of potential for me to really enjoy, however I just didn’t feel like it was gripping and fast paced in the way that I want a thriller to be. It was extremely slow starting and I got a good half of the way through before I felt any great interest in the book.

The first half felt very dragged out with no great progress to the storyline. There were so many characters going on it the book, all of which felt like the author wanted to be main and important characters in the plot, however in my opinion there were too many to actually get your head around who was who. The second half did pick up a bit and I found myself slightly more invested and eager to read on, however it still didn’t blow me away.

I never felt desperate to pick this book up, and how slow paced it was made it really difficult for me to become invested. I really wanted to love this book based on the description, however unfortunately it wasn’t for me and certainly wasn’t one of my favourites that I’ve read recently.

Nothing To See Here by Susan Lewis is the story of a true crime podcast team and their efforts to unravel and solve a cold case from sixteen years ago.
The police at the time were convinced they had their killer but he was suddenly released and no one else was found accountable for the murder of three women and a missing daughter.
Christy Ward and her team investigate the case. Will they be able to find out who was responsible for the death of a mother, daughter and therapist who all were murdered and a child missing, presumed dead.
Highly recommended

I'm torn about this one. It's a good concept but it's far too long. If at least 25% of it had been edited out, this would have been a much better book.

I love podcast-themed murder mysteries and this one has a great case, good twists and suspense. The problem is excessive details on protagonist, Cristy Ward's life. It felt like this was being set up to become a series but I couldn't find Cristy's choices to be relatable at all. The last 10% of the book is typing things up for all the characters after the case is solved which could have been done as an epilogue in a few pages instead.

Overall, I liked the story but thought it could have been shorter. I'm open to checking out more books from the author. Thanks to Netgalley & HarperCollins UK for the e-copy!

When I started this book on my kindle it stated approx 12 hrs to finish. OH, ,my word I thought, one of the longest I have read in a long time. Most are appro 6hrs. I was apprehisive as I thought I would get bored. I was so wrong. This book gripped me from the start - the storyline was exciting, great twists. I couldn't wait to hear the next podcast. Great writing, another great Susan Lewis book. Well done

Wow a complex compelling read. There is no second guessing with this latest from Susan Lewis and very unlike her previous works. It is a long book, but with the complexity of the story you need all the details. I did have to put it down now and again in order to absorb what the heck was going on or happening!!
Cristy Ward a journalist from Bristol has started doing successful crime podcasts after a horrible marriage break up. The cold case of the Kellon Manse murders where a local mum, daughter and their friend are horrifically killed on a summer day in 2008 is their focus. The murderer has never been found, with the case mysteriously dropped for the accused husband and key evidence is now missing. Can Cristy and her colleagues uncover the truth behind this complicated story of cover ups and secrets, strange practices in a cult and the undercover network at the university they attended.
There is so much here, I was quite exhausted by the end which was full of surprises.
Fascinating, gripping, quite a roller coaster of plot twists and turns. Fantastic modern crime thriller!!
The writing is just brilliant. The characters and places so easy to engage with and conjure up in your minds eye.
Hugely recommended, for an immersive immense ten course meal of a book!
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Collins for the early read!! This is excellent!

This new novel by Susan Lewis is totally gripping.
A terrible murder is committed at the manse .
Who did it? Where is the young girl?
It's full of twists and suspicions.
A really good read .

Nothing to See Here by Susan Lewis is an engaging and thought-provoking psychological thriller that intertwines the resurgence of a cold case with the complexities of modern-day podcasting. The novel follows Cristy Ward and her colleague Connor as they delve into the infamous Kellon Manse Murders for their podcast, Hindsight. Sixteen years earlier, a mother, her daughter, and a therapist were found shot dead, while Lexi Gaudion’s youngest daughter, Amelia, vanished without a trace. Though her husband, David, was the prime suspect, the case was mysteriously dropped.

Cristy and Connor’s podcast investigates not just the evidence but also the people left in the wake of the murders. As their investigation gains traction, so do the stakes—with threats from trolls, uncooperative witnesses, and shocking revelations that keep the story alive both on and off the air.

Susan Lewis crafts a compelling narrative that blends the procedural thrill of uncovering hidden truths with the personal struggles of its characters. Cristy, in particular, is an engaging lead. Her professional tenacity contrasts sharply with the turmoil in her personal life as she navigates a contentious relationship with her ex-husband and their teenage children.

The novel is fast-paced and full of twists, with plenty of suspects and red herrings to keep readers guessing. The use of the podcast as a narrative device feels modern and immersive, creating an intriguing layer of tension as the story unfolds. While the ending neatly ties up loose ends, the journey there is packed with suspenseful moments and startling discoveries.

Fans of Susan Lewis will enjoy this fresh take on her signature style, while newcomers will find it an excellent entry point. A must-read for those who love crime stories with emotional depth and unexpected twists.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review

Nothing to See Here is a slow-burn thriller set against the backdrop of the true-crime podcast "Hindsight," which focuses on the Kellon Manse Murders—a 16-year-old cold case involving a brutal triple murder and the disappearance of a young girl.

The podcast format is quite different from all the other books I’ve read by Susan Lewis however, I’ve read a few of them in this format recently and I’ve enjoyed them all. I found this one to be an engaging read with some twists that kept me guessing until the end.

I have read and enjoyed most of Susan Lewis books and this was written with a very different tone so wasn't what I was expecting. I did enjoy the story although felt a couple of bits weren't completely worked out or explained. All in all enjoyable. Many thanks

Susan Lewis can do no wrong in my eyes. Her skill in writing is one of my top top listed.
This one was a little different. So I think that is why I didn't quite recognises Susan's usual voice behind it. But I soon put that aside as it was brilliantly and originally written. And I'm glad Susan felt she could brave such a original idea of telling the story through the podcast.
The characters were all very intriguing.
Great read.

So original. A thriller where the murder is explored by a podcast done by respected experts. So many twists and extra characters to keep track of. Just don't keep shouting at the book, it won't help! Amazing book.

Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

I enjoyed this book.

It was a long story to read, and had a lot of characters, but this didn’t make it hard to remember them.

I didn’t guess the ending, I thought I knew, but it turned out to be completely different.