This is a first time read for me by this author and it won't be my last. It's a gripping, psychological thriller that kept me guessing until the very last page. The author does a splendid job of weaving together an intense and compelling tale that kept me on the edge of my seat.
Liz is a head teacher at a well-known and respected Catholic school. Her family has been through a lot the past year and she's looking forward to a better one this year. But that doesn't seem to be the case, as her past seems to catch up with her.
The story is fast-paced and thrilling and kept me turning the pages, anxious to see what happens next. With its complex characters and a plot that keeps you on edge, it’s a story that will haunt you long after you turn the final page. This is perfect for those who enjoy a dark and twisty tale with an emotional core.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Boldwood Books and am voluntarily leaving my review.

First of all, thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a free ARC. First half of this book was a very slow burn. The rest of the book was nonstop pieces falling into place for me. Story is pretty much about a head teacher having her job and family under attack from a mysterious person or are they. You will have to find out. I would recommend it if you are into family drama and psychological thrillers. This one will mess with your head a little, because you don't know who to trust

This is a solid thriller! It didn't end the way I thought it would and I liked the writing style. It's very fast paced. I would recommend this! Special Thank You to H.M. Lynn (Hannah M. Lynn), Boldwood books and NetGalley for allowing me to read a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.

This was a great story!!! So many twists & turns that kept me on the edge of my seat the whole way through!!!

Having read Hannahs ‘Sweet Shop and Wildflower Lock series I was intrigued by her debut psychological and she didn’t disappoint and I really hope she writes more. I don’t want to say too much at the risk of giving away spoilers for this wonderful book, but what I can say is you will be hooked too, the characters were so well written and had a depth that made you feel like you were living the story too. Overall, an absolutely addictive, intriguing, page turning and suspense packed thriller that pull you in until you finish.

This thriller was very reminiscent of a novel that came out earlier this year, but I can appreciate that this novel pulled out all the stops with the twists and turns. Very entertaining.

4.3 stars

wow! what a rollercoaster! I really enjoyed reading about Elisabeth, a 'troubled' head teacher at a Catholic school. The stigma, the secrets, the reveals were all done beautifully! Sometimes, the past will never escape you, no matter how hard you try! The characters were nicely flushed out and I truly empathised with Liz and her situation. Nicely done!

Many thanks to the author, Booldwood Books and Netgalley for the opportunity to provide an honest review

Unfortunately, this one wasn’t for me. I couldn’t get behind the main character and I found the plot slow and lacking in something I can’t quite put my finger on. It’s not a bad book by any means, and I’m sure this will find its right readers.

This is the author’s debut novel. I basically devoured it in one go! The Head Teacher is a gripping read filled with expertly crafted twists that keep you eager to discover who is trying to ruin Liz's life. Each character is distinct and well-developed. Unlike many psychological thrillers that unfold across two timelines (past and present), this story takes place entirely in the present, making it easier to follow the narrative. This is a well-paced thriller that will keep your mind racing until the very last moment, offering a satisfying conclusion. I’m giving it 4.5 stars, rounded up to 5 for Netgalley, Amazon, and Goodreads.

I don't think it was a bad book particularly, it was just underwhelming to me.
The main character kept building up the horror and scale of what she had done in her past in a way you'd think she killed someone or something.
When the actual reveal of the secret happened, I was actually staring blankly at my phone. Like, seriously? That's it?
The writing was great, I managed to read the whole thing without being bored, apart from the beginning. There's a limit to how much school management description I can read.
I would recommend it to someone new to the genre, or looking for a palate cleanser book between heavy reads.
*I received an ARC of this book through netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review*

As a teacher, I thought I was going to love The Head Teacher by H.M. Lynn. It was definitely a slow build for me, and I loved the last 30% of the book. That last part? Whoa. Definitely a good ending.

I wish I had connected more with the characters, although I could see the strain that is put on administrators while running a school. I liked that Liz was protecting her daughter, but the rest of the story fell a little flat to me.

I gave this book 3 out of 5 stars. There are other readers that loved it, and I'm still glad I read it.

Thank you to NetGalley, Boldwood Books, and H.M. Lynn for my free copy of the book. This is my honest review.

I was hooked on this book from the start and as the plot progressed I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. A psychological,thriller which certainly didn’t disappoint . I doubted everyone and trusted no one but I was still left reeling as it all folded .

The Head Teacher I felt took a while to build up, I wouldn't class it as a psychological thriller per say, but ones it got going and Liz finally pieces it all together and realises that she is in fact not going mad we are treated to a tale or revenge.

But not the revenge I thought it was going to be about, which Ms Lynn does an excellent job at throwing in red herrings and throwing you off track.

The book was so good that was a twist I never saw coming it was set up perfectly, and I love that the family got their happy ending

My Thoughts: i really enjoyed this one, very different to the usual thrillers that I read, its told all in one timeline, in the present day, which left me with a really uneasy feeling because I just didn’t know where the story was going to go!

It’s been a while since a book made me feel like that, uneasy is the word I’m using but in this context it’s a positive thing.

I really felt for Liz all the way through because it just felt that no one was on her side, the daughter blamed her & ran away, the husband wouldn’t even listen to a thing she had to say and just kept telling her that she should know better.

There were so many side characters and different ways that the story good go that I truly couldn’t work it out, I second guessed myself all the way through and still got it wrong! 😂

This one was gripping, I couldn’t put it down, I bloody loved it and think you should all pick it up like yesterday!

A clever book which is twisty and has a thrilling beginning before settling down. Alot of school issues going through this book which I found a little tedious but I enjoyed this one. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

WOW! This was a wild ride! Liz is a head teacher at a strict Catholic school. There are people who aren’t happy that she was selected as the head teacher. As she starts her second year in the job, someone is out to destroy her. As Liz fights to protect herself and everyone she loves, her family and friends think she’s losing it.

This book pulled me in from the very beginning, and I was in a trance as I rushed to the end to find out what would happen. This was a very fast paced thriller that was well written. I was left guessing up until the very end. The author did a great job at showing us an unreliable narrator. I had no idea who to believe. The ending was so well worth the buildup and the wait. I am definitely a new fan of this author, and I can’t wait to read her next thriller!

Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

"The Head Teacher" was an acceptable read for me. It became engaging once the story progressed, although I found the beginning somewhat lengthy and perplexing.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my ARC.

3.5 stars rounded up. This was a quick, entertaining read about a head teacher being tormented/blackmailed about her past.

The story moved along quickly and kept me guessing because everyone seemed at least potentially sketchy. All in all, I'd say this was a decent popcorn book - a fast, fun read that won't make you think too much.

I read an ARC of this book from NetGalley. All comments are my own.

Thank you Netgalley, Boldwood Books and H M Lynn for the eArc of The Head Teacher,

First book by H M Lynn and my word, I devoured this practically in one sitting! The storyline regarding Liz, a Head Teacher of a prestigious Catholic school, she's worked hard to get where she is yet someone is out to destroy her and her family. The Head Teacher is such a compelling read with some well executed twists which leaves you turning each page to find out who is trying to wreck liz's life. Each character has their own voice, distinguishable and well fleshed out. Unlike some psychological thrillers which happen over 2 timelines ( past and Now ) This one happens all in the present, which does make it easier keeping track on what's going on.

This is a great medium paced thriller which will keep your mind whirling until the very end. The pay off is great!

4.5 stars rounded up to 5 for Netgalley, Amazon and Goodreads.