“It was late. She shouldn’t have been there. Not at that hour.” Childs’ opening instantly riveted me.

Truth and lies muddle following a tragic accident that leaves the lives of two families shattered. Stunning imagery brings this story to life as it unfolds from the perspectives of Anna and Lily (and even Cassie) as the bonds of families and friendship become tenuous.

The rich warmth of Kristin Atherton’s narration brings layers of depth in storytelling.

“Anna felt a creeping tide of darkness. A darkness she couldn’t understand but which terrified her. A darkness which she sensed would steadily engulf them all…Anna knew how to take care of the people she loved. She’d do what she had to do whatever the cost. Just as she had in the past.”

Childs’ characterization enabled the reader/listener to sympathize with each character as the novel twisted and turned. Though I wanted to savor each word, I could not wait to finish to find the secrets of this small town community revealed.

Thank you to Bookouture Audio and NetGalley for an audio version of this title for an honest review.

Fast-paced, twisty and captivating thriller. I love the relationship between the families. It’s easy book to read and follow! The ending is a surprise though!

I am giving this book 3.5 stars rounded up to 4.

There were some really great twists in this book that I was not expecting, and the writing was well done as well.

Having listened to and read many thrillers, it is difficult to find many that are able to keep me guessing and actually surprised with the "who dunnit". And this book did an excellent job at keeping me guessing and keeping me engaged along with interested as well. And, I need to add, with a relatively believable plot line, because often I feel like that is in rare form these days.

Thank you to Netgalley and Bookouture for an advanced audio copy of this book. My opinions are all my own.

Another great psychological suspense novel from @Bookoutureaudio. I listened to the audiobook thanks to the publisher and Netgalley. I've been reading (and listening ) to a lot of books from Bookouture, and each one has impressed me. This one is by Jill Childs, an author I had not read before, and tells the story of two families who lived across the street from another, and a LOT of secrets! A lot of secrets. It begins with a murder, which our main character, Anna, discovers when she sees a light that should not be on in her neighbor's house. This leads to the gruesome discovery of a murder of her best friend's father. All that is in the typical description of the book. Who killed Dr. Taylor? That's our initial question.

The House Across the Street has five primary characters. Anna, her ten year old daughter Cassie; her brother Tim; Anna's best friend Lilly (and daughter of the dead doctor) and her brother George. But there is tension on many levels, and a lot of secrets, which you will need to sort out on your own! The book primarily uses the perspective of the two main characters, Anna and Lilly; but has a few other chapters that are from the perspective of other characters, including Anna's ten year old daughter, and her former boyfriend from a decade ago - who might be her daughter's father. Yes. Multiple story lines. And it's a book you want to pay attention to, to see if you can figure out who the answers to all the questions. I'll admit there were several things I didn't see coming!

An enjoyable book, either in audio or print. I listened to about 2/3 of it, and used Kindle Unlimited to read part. Good stuff. Jill Childs will be on my list for future reads. (Note:Amazon review submitted)

If I'd been asked to review this book midway through it, I might not have given it 5 stars. But the depth of the story line and the complex characters seemed to grow the more I listened. It's the story of two women who've been friends all their lives despite complicating factors that might have caused them to break their friendship. However, the murder of the father of one of the women plunges both families into a complex web of suspicion. This is a story of the complexities of friendship, of mysteries (who is the killer, who is the father of a child), and a touch of romance. Stick with it and you'll be quite amazed at how it ends.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture Audio for providing an advance review copy of this audiobook. My opinions are my own.

The murder of the village’s doctor has a small pool of suspects for the police. Meanwhile, the victim’s daughter and son are devastated. The victim’s daughter Lily has the steady friendship of next-door neighbor Anna at this most difficult time. However, Lily is not the only one experiencing difficulties. While thrilled that her brother Tim is back in town, Anna’s role as a single mother has hit a few bumps. For starters, Tim left town a decade ago due to serious situation. Now that he is back, Lily is thrilled that her daughter will be able to get to know her uncle. Along with Tim’s difficulties when it comes to assimilating himself again, Anna begins having troubles.

From threatening notes to the appearance of her ex-boyfriend, a boy she loved beyond distraction, Anna’s life is being turned upside down. There is an underlying current in this latest book by Jill Childs, and it is one that gave me chills as I read the book. It is beyond clear that something terrible is weighing on Anna, and that makes for an incredible amount of tension in this story.

The relationships in this book are everything. The best-friend relationship Anna and Lily share. Lily’s loving relationship with Anna’s daughter Cassie. Anna’s relationship with her brother Tim. And the hidden relationship(s) that are revealed at just the right time. Then factor in the twists and turns, and this book will leave you thinking and even hurting a bit.

Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.

This book starts off quickly and the suspense continues till the end. Information about the characters is slowly revealed which adds some thrill to the plot. I really enjoyed how it was written, how we saw the perspective of various characters throughout, sometimes this takes away from the plot and slows things down but I found it kept it fresh and revealed the secrets the reader needs to know. Definitely will be keeping an eye out for other books by this author!

The House Across The Street is a multiple POV story about a murder and all of the suspects. I listened to the audio version of this and it was a bit confusing with all the jumping around. That is the main reason for this rating.

This was a 2 star book (for me) until the end. The ending earned it another star.

Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture Audio for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This was an enjoyable listen, but i do have couple of issues with it.........

The narration was great.

i liked the twists and turns, but you have to wait until 3/4 way through the book for it to really get going.

I must of really got into the book because, when i had finished it, i was mad with Anna for allowing her 10 year old daughter to be left alone - especially knowing what had been done to her!!! no mother i know would of ever done such a thing!!

A book about secrets & betrayals - definetly worth a read/listen

4 stars

The House Across the Street is my first Jill Childs novel. I enjoyed her style of writing and the story itself was very well developed. I usually don’t give four stars to books where I’ve figured out the twist early on. I did accurately guess the mystery/twist in this book, but I I enjoyed the characters and the story enough for it to merit the rating. I have already looked through Childs other offerings and have a few in mind to read next!

While a neighbourhood party is underway, a respected elderly doctor is murdered in his bed, leaving those who know him completely confused and disturbed at this turn of events.

Not least Anna and Tim, the adult siblings living across the street who lost their mother early. Because as their father's close friend, Dr Taylor has treated them, as well as Anna's daughter Cassie, with affection and given them his attention over the years. His own daughter, Lily, has always been Anna's best friend, the children growing up in each other's homes.

This book was not an unadulterated success for me. I guessed almost everything well beforehand in terms of the plotline, and it seemed to take a very long time to get to the point.

I found the ending particularly unsatisfying, and not very realistic, given the motivations of and the relationships between the key characters.

I think however, that for readers who do not guess where the story is leading, the book may well have something to offer. It gets 2.5 stars rounded up to 3.

This book was a ride. I had some of it figured out really early, most of it really, but there is a point at the end I didn't expect to happen.

This book has a lot of themes around found family, the secrets we can keep for each other, and breaking points. It also seems to hint at don't trust people who do things you wouldn't want done to you, which is fair. The TW is a bit of a spoiler, so I'm going to place it at the end. This was a good read overall, I'd definitely recommend it to the psychological thriller lovers out there. It wasn't for me, but I thought it was well written and well executed.



TW for sexual assault/molestation, some moments where a child is endangered.

2 best friends keeping secrets..... What's the worst that could happen? The House across the Street is twisty. It started off slow, but then all of a sudden I was hooked and it kept my attention. I did figure out some of the twists early one, but the last one... got me right as it was happening. I listened to the audio of this book and the narrator was great! Each character kept their own voice and she kept a good pace and kept me on the edge of my seat.
This is my first book by Jill Childs. I will be on the lookout for more. Thank you to @Netgalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

I feel deceived. I feel humbled and very much naive.
I thought I had this story all figured out and that was NOT the case.

The House Across the Street was a thrilling, suspenseful and twisty book that I loved!

The narrator Kristin Atherton was incredible and made the book all the justice.

For those who love a suspenseful thriller, this one’s for you!

A huge thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture Audio for the opportunity to listen to this ARC.

Rating: 3.5/5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
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Happy pub day!! The House Across the Street is a pretty solid psychological thriller. It’s a very quick popcorn read and I flew through this one in a night.
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There is nothing crazy out of the ordinary about the concept of this one. The characters aren’t super likable or unlikable. Some of the twists aren’t overly shocking either. There is a good amount of suspension and tension throughout the story. But the ending; I really enjoyed the ending, even if it was open ended. That ending is what made this book for me. Steady pace throughout, solid writing and a great ending is means for a solid popcorn thriller.
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I listened to this one via audiobook. Kristin Atherton was a great narrator for this one. I enjoyed the audiobook a lot. It was easy to follow. Definitely recommend the audio.
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The House Across the Street released today!!! It’s available on kindle unlimited!! Be sure to check it out! Huge thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture Audio and Jill Childs for the ALC in exchange for my honest review.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this eARC in audiobook format.

In the realm of psychological thrillers, Jill Childs’ The House Across the Street stands out as a gripping tale of secrets, suspense, and unexpected twists.

Narrated by the talented Kristin Atherton, this audiobook brings this story to life with a captivating performance listeners will view as addictive.

This story revolves around two best friends, Anna and Lily, who live across the street from each other in a seemingly idyllic neighborhood. Their lives take a dark turn when Lily’s father is found murdered in his own bed. As Anna vows to help Lily’s family find justice, she begins to receive threatening notes and experiences a series of terrifying events that put her own daughter, Cassie, in danger. The tension escalates as Anna navigates the treacherous path of uncovering the truth while protecting her loved ones.

Kristin Atherton’s narration is nothing short of spectacular. Her ability to convey the emotional depth of the characters and the suspenseful atmosphere of the story is remarkable. Atherton’s voice modulation and pacing enhance the listening experience, making it easy to get lost in the world Childs has created. Her performance adds an extra layer of intensity to the already thrilling plot, making this audiobook a must-listen for fans of the genre.

Childs masterfully explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the lengths one will go to protect their family. The narrative is filled with unexpected twists and turns, keeping the listener guessing until the very end. The author’s writing style is engaging and immersive, with vivid descriptions that paint a clear picture of the characters’ emotions and the eerie setting.

As a book reviewer, I found The House Across the Street a compelling and addictive listen. The combination of Childs’ intricate storytelling and Atherton’s dynamic narration makes for an unforgettable experience. The suspense builds steadily, and the shocking revelations towards the end of the story are both satisfying and thought-provoking.

The House Across the Street is a standout psychological thriller that will appeal to fans of Sally Hepworth, The Woman in the Window, and Liane Moriarty.

Jill Childs delivers a story that is both heart-wrenching and exhilarating, while Kristin Atherton’s narration elevates the audiobook to new heights.

Everybody has secrets! You think you know people! This was a good book. I enjoyed it, and I also enjoyed the twist at the end. I thought I had it figured out, but I was wrong! The ending was WOW!

3 stars!

The House Across the Street is about two families and best friends who live across the street from each other with and unwavering bond and secrets from their past.

The House Across the Street tells the story of two best friends who live across the street from each other from multiple points of view with a few twists. I enjoyed the book but found some of the "twists" to be predictable and sometimes felt annoyed by the main characters' choices in either telling or keeping details from one another.

I listened to this book via Audiobook and the narrator did a great job at pacing and keeping me engaged. Thank you to Bookouture Audio for the advanced copy via Net Galley for my honest opinion.

This was a good thriller, and I was at least a bit surprised with the reveal on the murdered, so I count that a win! I also really grew to care about the characters. I personally didn't love the ending but I think that's a matter of taste -- still great writing. I would recommend this one for sure.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC audiobook!

This one starts with Anna stumbling upon the body of her elderly neighbor and best friend Lily’s dad, Dr. Taylor. Who would have murdered him and why?

Anna and Lily share a bond beyond friendship-they are like sisters, sharing everything. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that even the closest relationships can have cracks. Meanwhile, Anna and her brother Tim keep a chilling secret they can’t afford to be revealed.

The pacing was excellent, and the suspense built up perfectly, but things slowed down in the middle. The twist at the end was good, and I enjoyed the audio narration.

Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture Audio for the free copy of the book.