I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It kept my interest and made me want to know more. I enjoyed the family dynamics even if I didn't understand them, it all came together in the end and made for a great story!!

Sadly, this story just wasn’t for me. I’m starting to realize I’m not a huge fun of “crime” books where it’s focused around the detectives/police and trying to figure out what happened. And that’s what this story was. The description and detail parts were just too long and became boring, this story could have been wayyy shorter and actually would improve the story overall. I’m glad I gave it a shot but this one was a bit weird.

Also, what ended up happening and being resolved felt so meh. I’m glad I got through this because it just couldn’t hold my attention.

If you like crime stories, or a whodunnit then this is for you.

This was a really good book; the kind that you want to devour in one sitting. It is such a unique perspective and content- I haven't read anything quite like it. The novel is centred around 3 sisters and their perspective families. Tragedy is not new to this family, so when Kate finds herself in the police station following a devastating event, she has to tell her story from the beginning. The tale she weaves will send goosebumps up your spine and make you question everything. Full of betrayal (perceived and real), twists, and turns, The Lake House Children is sure to send you on a journey. I have yet to read a book published by #StormPublishing that I didn't enjoy, and this is no exception. Aptly named, Greg Dunnett has you questioning who Dunnit throughout the entire novel. Thank you #NetGalley for the ARC of this book. Would highly recommend to any Psychological Thriller enthusiasts.

Thank you NetGalley and Storm Publishing for this eCopy to review

I just finished reading The Lake House Children by Gregg Dunnett, and I am thoroughly impressed! This book is a gripping thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. The story revolves around FBI Agent Jim McGee, who is handed a perplexing case just weeks before his retirement. A devastating fire at an isolated lake house has killed almost an entire family, and the only survivor, Kate Marshall, has a story that seems impossible to believe.

The narrative is masterfully crafted, with a perfect balance of suspense and emotional depth. Kate’s recounting of events, intertwined with her young son Jack’s eerie recollections, adds a chilling layer to the mystery. The characters are well-developed, and I found myself deeply invested in their fates.

What I loved most about this book is its ability to blend supernatural elements with a compelling crime story. The writing is vivid and evocative, making it easy to visualize the scenes and feel the tension. The Lake House Children is a unique and unforgettable read that I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a good thriller with a twist.

This is an interesting read, if a little slow at the start, but the author needed time to bring the characters together. The idea that a young child believes he’s lived before isn’t new, as there’s a theory that we’ve all had previous lives, we just lose the memories of them the older we get. There are a couple of subjects in this book that could be upsetting for some readers, like the death of a child and a suicide, but they are handled fairly well. There were some twisty plot lines, a few I guessed easily, but the ending was a real surprise although a bit rushed. I’m not sure I can say I enjoyed it, but I did need to see how it all panned out. 3 1/2⭐️

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and the publishers for the opportunity to read and review this book.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐+⭐
The Lake House Children by Gregg Dunnett is a complete WOW psychological thriller that made my heart skip a beat, breathe fast and stop to breathe! Holy-Moly! This was intense!

I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!
I literally loved everything about this book!

For me, this book was like a honey pot to the Winnie-the-Pooh! I love the topic that is discussed in this book! I used to be obsessed with it and read, and watched all I could find! I find it so fascinating! I never came across this topic in the book so when I realised where the story was heading my excitement was over the roof!

This book is presented from past and present as an interview so it's so easy to follow! Even though there were quite a few characters was easy to remember who was who. The story was intense starting from the beginning up to the very end!
It was interesting to follow family dynamics, interactions and dominance.

Something horrible happened and my childhood home - Lake House burned to ashes. Many died, and some survived. Kate is interviewed by FBI Agent Jim McGee who is happy to listen to the whole story to solve the case. And the story is not an easy one. He must keep his mind open if he wants to know what happened on that devastating night.

Oh my, some of the twists were so unexpected! Some parts of the story were extremely sad and heartbreaking!
I can't wait for an audiobook as I am ready to have this story one more time!

Thank you, NetGalley and Storm Publishing for this copy!

Kate notices something is going on with her four year old son, he talks about when he was bigger and how he had another mother. Clearly upset at these disclosures, Kate talks to her husband who passes it off as the wild imaginings of a child, but soon the stories start to reveal things he shouldn't be able to know or remember. Kate goes along until the fateful day at the lake house is mentioned and things are reveal that destroy everything she thought she knew.
The story is slow going into but gets better as it goes along. It keep me reading with pages flying until the very end. A story with a spooky vibe that will hold your interest.

The story of Kate’s family is listened to by two FBI agents following the fatal fire at the Lake House.
Kate and Neil have a young son, Jack. Jack is slow so speak and also hates water with a vengeance, so much so that they can’t bathe him at all, but just have to wipe him clean.
As Jack starts to speak he refers to himself as ‘Ack, so Kate just assumes he is taking about himself. However, some of the things he says worry her,a s he refers to when he was bigger.
Kate has two sisters, Bea and Amber, before Jack was born their children were playing in the lake at Kate’s parents house and Zack, Bea’s son drowned. Is Jack actually referring to Zack a cousin he never even met?
Well written and a really good read.

Family drama, paranormal, twists I didn't see coming. Overall a good book, but started a bit slow.
Thank you, NetGalley and the publisher for access to this eARC.

The beginning was a bit slow and dragged on some. The ending was a great page turner! Some shady things I expected but some was absolutely nuts! Thanks netgalley for my ebook arc!

Starting with an unexpected tragedy, it leads to further events of death, deceit, lies and more, including the supernatural. An excellent, well-written storyline from start to finish with good, believable characters.

Through this story, we follow the FMC, Kate, who is telling her story about a fire at the Lakehouse her family owned, killing 4 of its occupants. However, there are many twist and turns along the way. Her little boy Jack might not be what he seems. Everyone has secrets in this book and they are all revealed at their own times in perfect format. I truly enjoyed this book. It was more of a slow who did what sort of thing, but the kind that made you want to keep reading to get all of your answers. Do check your trigger warnings as there is some dark subjects to this story. Great read!

Oh my, hooked from the beginning to the end as I couldn't put the book down. The story starts when the Marshall Family get together at the Lake House, when their Dad, Don, is living for a family weekend. The story is told over different time periods and the start is there has been a fire where there are 4 victims, we don't know the identities. The main character is Kate Marshall and she is trying to explain the events to Agents McGee and Robbins to how it all unfolded. All the sub plots come together with an extraordinary ending that I would never have seen coming.

This was my first time reading this author. I do love all kinds of books and do dip my toe into some with reincarnation even though it’s not my favorite due to beliefs but this was done so well that I was captivated by this story. I will definitely read more books from this author. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the gift of this book.

I am always disappointed when I finish a Gregg Dunnett book, because I know I have to wait a while for his next one to come out. Gregg has a way of drawing the reader in and into their own head. The Lake House Children is a bit of a different direction for Gregg, yet doesn't disappoint. An interesting cast of characters and events that will shock lead the way to an open-ended ending open for interpretation. Gregg spent a lot of time researching reincarnation and allows the reader decide to believe what they want to believe. Another great book from Gregg!

A quirky little tale that really held my attention. Not my usual choice of genre but enjoy changing occasionally. Would recommend to readers who enjoy a quick read that keeps the reader’s attention. A couple of twists I was not expecting . I did feel the mother asked leading questions so not quite a 5 rating.

Terrific thriller from Dunnett about the investigation of a suspicious fire resulting in the death of some family members and the story told by Kate, a daughter and sister, involving family secrets, possible reincarnation, sorrow, guilt and new beginnings. There's much going on here and Dunnett handles it quite well, creating a slew of intricate characters who each have a story of their own. I've read a lot of books by him, and this is up there with some of his best. There are some real surprises here leading to a revelatory ending that doesn't disappoint. I've been a Dunnett fan since I started his Rockpool series, and he continues to deliver the goods. 4-4.5 stars. Highly recommended. Thanks to Netgalley for the free ARC in exchange for an honest review.

As someone who generally prefers thrillers grounded in reality, I tend to steer clear of books with supernatural elements. I wish they were more clearly marked as such, but I suppose that’s life. If you share this preference, you might want to skip this one. However, once I accepted the supernatural aspect, I found The Lake House Children to be a gripping read—I genuinely didn’t want to put it down.

Unlike other thrillers where the supernatural twist is a late reveal (and also share the lake house theme… looking at you, Riley Sager), Dunnett makes it clear early on, which I appreciated. The story is told through the lens of investigators interrogating Kate, whose family has tragically died in a fire. Her responses unfold as a series of detailed flashbacks. Initially, I was concerned that this back-and-forth format might come across as corny or overdone, but I was pleasantly surprised by how masterfully it was executed.

One thing that caught my attention was the characters' diction. Despite being set in Maine, some of the phrasing felt distinctly British, which puzzled me until I confirmed in the "about the author" section that Dunnett is indeed from across the pond. It wasn't distracting, but rather became a bit of a fun game for me as I read along.

Overall, despite my usual reservations about supernatural elements, I thoroughly enjoyed The Lake House Children. It’s a well-crafted story that kept me hooked from beginning to end.

This book was not what I expected, but in a good way. At first, I wasn't really into the whole reincarnation angle, but once I realized where the story was going and how it was being used, I loved it.

I went into this book with no expectations and never having read anything by this author. I was definitely impressed and enjoyed all the twist. I thought I had the ending figured out but I didn’t?l! Highly recommend!