The Family Upstairs: The #1 bestseller and gripping Richard & Judy Book Club pick

Great book.

I love it. The plot twist is amazing

I recently read The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell, and while it has received a lot of praise, I personally didn’t find it to be as gripping as I had hoped. As a fan of mystery and thriller novels, I was expecting something more intense and suspenseful, but the book didn’t quite deliver. The premise was interesting, with a dark and mysterious family history at the center of the plot, but the story lacked the twists and tension I was looking for. The pacing felt slow at times, and the characters, while complex, didn’t fully engage me. As for the ending, I was left feeling underwhelmed. The resolution didn’t feel as satisfying or impactful as I expected from a book in this genre, and it didn’t tie up the loose ends in a way that made the buildup worthwhile. If you’re a fan of Lisa Jewell’s work, you might enjoy it, but as a mystery and thriller, I wouldn’t recommend it to readers looking for something with more excitement or unexpected turns.

Loved it

i found it so boring

Disturbing story

It came like a mini version

I read this book last year and it was sooo goodd!! I cant wait to re-read it. The plot twist made me have to put down the book and think about what just happened because it was so un-expected!!

Wow, what a mysterious, and captivating tale! Lisa Jewell truly shines with this book. This book delves into the complexities of family dynamics and hidden truths. It unfolds through the eyes of three characters: Libby, Henry, and Lucy, across two different time periods. On Libby's 25th birthday, she receives a letter revealing the identity of her birth parents and her inheritance of their grand mansion in an upscale London neighbourhood. The story takes place in England and France, where twenty-five years earlier, a baby and three deceased adults were discovered in the same mansion. The mystery deepens as the fate of the other residents, including children, remains unknown. Was it suicide, murder, or something more sinister? The secrets of the mansion were waiting to be uncovered. I found it difficult to write a review of this book as if I delve more into it I might just spoil the whole book, right? And also because the real gem of this book lies in the intriguing mystery that unravels with each page as you read it. It's true for almost all thrillers or murder mysteries. With each page turn, I found myself engrossed in the story and completed this book in no time. The book's three different POVs gave me amazing reading experience. Along with the short chapters, I struggled to set the book aside. I was eager to see how the characters' story arcs intertwined in the conclusion. I was captivated by each of their stories and found them incredibly intriguing. It was my first novel by Lisa Jewell and I am really glad I picked it up. Her writing style is amazing and quirky and I loved it so much. I'll delve into more of her works now. I recommend you pick this one up if you're craving a twisted thriller and you won't be disappointed. *Also please check for TWs in the book.*

the book it’s was wrapped and yea it’s good

Just wow! I really enjoyed reading this book. I was a little bit confused at who was who at the beginning, but when i kept reading it al made sense. I never saw the twist coming. I am looking forward to read the second book ‘The family remains’

currently reading this, such a slow burn thriller and a bit confusing but I am absolutely loving thisss!

Absolutely loved this book. Just when you're privy to one twist, you're left with another..It can be quite dark at times, but Lisa Jewel is known for taking her readers on one heck of a roller coaster. I found this book to be extremely gripping and it really pulls you into the setting. You feel as though you're watching scenes from a movie. The book is first person narration, from three different characters: Libby, Lucy and Henry. Henry starts with the past, and makes his way to the now; which pieces together perfectly. Lucy and Libby are narrating the present time.