Thank you NetGalley for an advanced copy.

Got to be honest I have been Casey Kellher’s biggest fan since I read her very first book when she wrote gangland.

Since she started writing psychological thrillers I have been hooked.

What a book, again I am totally blown over by the story and I couldn’t put it down. Plenty of twists and turns, strap yourself in and get ready for the ride. No spoilers from me but if you’re a psychological drama addict then this is for you, you will not be disappointed.

Casey your the best can’t wait for what’s to come next

Stephanie's mother has died from an overdose, so she goes to live with her estranged grandma, Kay. Things aren't easy between them. But things get worse when Kay comes across a teenage couple and a baby living in a tent not far from her home. Despite Stephanie saying it's a bad idea, Kay allows them to stay with them for a few days. Soon, things go from bad to worse. But why does Stephanie feel like she's the one in the wrong?

Aaaaaaghh. Honestly, that's it. That's my review. Or at least, that's all it should be. Ooooh, this book made me so damn mad. If I had a magic power, I'd use it to climb into this book and give each person a swift kick in the arse. The stupidity of some of the characters had me wanting to smack their heads against a wall. The stress I felt when reading this made me want to throw it across the room. I don't know if I hated it or loved it, but it definitely made me feel some kinda way.
Don't get me wrong, this was a great read. It was a little slow to start with, but picked up fairly quickly and had me feeling awful for Stephanie. There were a couple of little twists thrown in that makes you rethink everything you thought whilst reading. I certainly didn't see any of that ending coming. But that's why it pissed me off so much.
Go and read this one asap because I need to rant about it with someone who has read it.

Lots of twists and turns! I loved reading from the character’s different points of view as the story unfolded. Just enough was revealed without spoiling the surprise ending. Definitely a fun read if you love thrillers!

I loved the unreliable narrator perspective and the twist. It was a bit of a slow burner but the last few pages were well paced.

0OMG! What have I just read! This book is amazing!!! I loved the storyline, I loved the characters, the good ones & the bad ones. There's so many twists and turns, this book will have you staying up reading well into the night. I read this in one sitting. Definitely 5 stars from me ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A nicely twisty tale told through multiple POVs. Kay was estranged from her daughter but now Stephanie. her granddaughter has turned up at her door and they're trying to build a relationship. There's something not quite right with Stephanie. And then Rosie and Ash. Kay takes them in because of the weather but they've got secrets-dangerous ones. It won't be clear for a long time how all of this links up but hang in there. Thnanks to Netgalley for the ARC. A good read.

In The Perfect Guest, we meet Stephanie and her grandmother, Kay, just after the death of Stephanie's mother. Kay was estranged from her daughter and hadn't previously had a relationship with Stephanie, but she is delighted to take her into her home and get to know her. There is an awkward distance between the two women, which is exacerbated when Kay offers shelter to a young couple with a baby, who are sleeping in a tent during a storm. Stephanie takes an instant dislike to Rosie and Ash and the atmosphere in the house is tense, to put it mildly! All of the four have their own secrets and their own agenda, but who is genuine and who is the villain of the piece?

The pace initially is a slow burn, drip feeding the back stories of the characters and then it picks up, becomes crazy suspenseful and builds to a super tense and shocking ending. This one's dark!

4 ⭐️ Thanks to Netgalley, Casey Kelleher and Bookouture, for an ARC in return for an honest review.

This was a 5 star book for me. I did not see that ending coming and was kept on my toes the whole time, grabbing whatever time I had to read. It was absolutely amazing

The Perfect Guest is an exhilarating page-turner that kept me glued to the pages from start to finish! With its unexpected twists and turns, this thriller constantly had me guessing what would happen next. Casey Kelleher brilliantly crafts a suspenseful atmosphere that draws you in and makes it hard to put down! I highly recommend this book!

Thank you to Netgalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I am a big fan of Casey Kelleher, and this book is one of her best. It has a very clever plot with twists and turns and an unexpected ending. I recommend it.

Whew, what a whirlwind of thrills!! You never know who the villain is! Definitely a page turner and very engaging! Must read!

Kay’s daughter has died and her granddaughter Stephanie has come to stay with her. Ash and Rosie are camping out at the edge of the woods, and Kay takes them in. But they all have secrets and lie to keep them covered. And no one’s agenda is clear.

It was a sloooow burn, but keep on it because the ending picks up and is good. BORROW

This was a good book, though I didn't feel that it matches the synopsis at all. The story centers on 4 primary characters: Kay, whose daughter recently died; Stephanie, who is Kay’s granddaughter but doesn’t have a relationship with her; and Ash and Rosie, who are on the run. All 4 of these characters have secrets to hide and it’s fun to try to figure out what everyone’s intentions really are. .

I love a story with an unreliable narrator and this one doesn’t disappoint. Each character is hiding something and the book is a bit of a slow burn (but in a good way) as we learn more about them. I didn’t really connect with any character but I could emphasize with their circumstances. There is a great twist at the end, just when I thought I had the whole thing figured out.

Overall, this was an enjoyable read that took the whole book to figure out who was telling the truth. Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Was a great read. Really enjoyed the story. Good twists. I love this author would recommend to others

Was a good read but took quite a while to get into it . But once I did I couldn't wait for the end of was so good . Well worth a read .

Casey Kelleher does a strong job in writing a really well done psychological thriller novel. I was on the edge of my seat from start to finish and had that element that I was hoping for from the description. It had characters that I cared about and was invested in what was going on.

This book was a little slow-paced until the last 20-30% or so, but only because you get to spend a lot of time getting to know the characters and their inner monologue and struggles. The characters are so strongly written, and there are multiple POVs which is always enticing, so you really feel like you know them inside and out. However, there’s a lack of trust amongst the characters so even though you get their point of view, it’s still a mystery of who you can trust and for how long. You find out bits and pieces of their pasts as the story progresses, and there are quite a few parallels in some of the characters’ journeys. The ending is so unexpected and dark and twisted… Did not see it coming! It feels a bit like a locked room thriller, both physically and psychologically and MAN it’s intense towards the end!

Premise: Kay has her granddaughter Stephanie move in with her shortly after her mother dies. There’s a lot to unpack - guilt and grief and trying to get to know each other, but that gets even more complicated when Kay’s hospitality attracts additional unexpected guests, with their own guilt and grief to unpack too. Tight quarters and a lack of trust creates quite the seesaw of relationships between all of the characters and before you know it, things (and characters) are slowly unraveling.

Who is the victim and who is the villain in this slow-burn thought-provoking story? Kay is grieving, Stephanie is grieving, Rosie is grieving, and Ash is running. All are flawed, complex, and hiding secrets that could alter their future and change their lives forever. The one thing they all share is the desire to escape from their current situation. The plot is intense, emotional and so intriguing I stayed up reading late into the night. I was immediately pulled into their realities through the different perspectives of the layered, well-developed characters. I was instantly invested as the story unfolded and the past came back to haunt the present of each of these compelling individuals. This is the second book I have read by this author and definitely will not be the last. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for my ARC.

I could not put this book down. It was so good! I absolutely loved the build up so that when you get to the end you're left thinking, what the actual hell that's so messed up!!! That's how I felt anyways. I love feeling like I got literary whiplash because of the plot twists!! What a fantastic thriller, gave me the heebie jeebies & reminded me why we don't invite strangers into our home😅 Definitely a 4⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ thriller!!!

Name :- The Perfect Guest
Author :- Casey Kelleher
Genre :- Psychological Thriller
Casey Kelleher's The Perfect Guest is a gripping psychological thriller that explores the dark secrets of a family torn apart by betrayal, guilt, and deception. The novel weaves a tense narrative of a grandmother’s attempts to reconnect with her estranged granddaughter, only to uncover disturbing truths that could destroy what little is left of their family.
The story begins when a woman, long estranged from her granddaughter Stephanie, is suddenly confronted by her at the door after years of separation. Ten years after the death of Stephanie's mother, the grandmother takes her in, promising to provide a safe haven. However, as they reconnect, she begins to question whether Stephanie is hiding something far darker than a troubled past. As the narrative unfolds, secrets from the past emerge, leading the grandmother to wonder whether Stephanie is as innocent as she appears—or if her return is part of a dangerous game.
Likes :-
1 Tension-Filled Atmosphere: The suspense in this novel is palpable from the very first chapter. Kelleher does an excellent job of building a sense of unease as the protagonist begins to suspect that something is amiss. The growing tension between the characters, particularly the grandmother’s internal conflict, is gripping and keeps the reader on edge.
2 Complex Characters: Both the grandmother and Stephanie are multifaceted characters whose motivations are not immediately clear. This complexity adds depth to the story and makes the eventual reveals more impactful. Kelleher expertly blurs the lines between victim and villain, keeping readers guessing about each character’s true intentions.
3 Twists and Turns: The book is full of unexpected twists that keep you hooked. Just when you think you have a handle on the story, new details and revelations change the direction of the narrative. The psychological manipulation and hidden truths are cleverly woven into the plot, adding layers of intrigue and suspense.
Dislikes :-
None.
Overall: The Perfect Guest is an engaging and well-executed psychological thriller that keeps readers hooked with its strong sense of suspense and emotional complexity. Kelleher crafts a tense, twisting narrative that explores themes of guilt, betrayal, and the dark side of family ties. While it occasionally falls into familiar territory, the book’s unpredictable twists and emotionally charged storyline make it a satisfying read for fans of psychological thrillers. If you enjoy books with deep family secrets and high-stakes drama, The Perfect Guest is a solid choice that will leave you questioning how well you really know the people closest to you.
My Rating :- 5/5.