A review by dilani
The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell

dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I thought I had an idea of what this book was going to be until I got 20% of the way in. There were moments that were dark and gritty. It still made me want to keep reading. I enjoyed the writing for the most part and the way characters interacted.

 There were three different POV’s from Libby, Lucy, and Henry. I saw the connection Jewell was trying to form between the three but it got too confusing at times. I did like the ending and am very interested in seeing where this family will end up.
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