A review by c_rabbit
The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I listened to the audiobook and read along at the same time. I especially enjoyed the prose writing, how well the words flowed, and also the narration voices on the audio.  I will definitely start reading the sequel to this book. My favorite character is Henry because there are so many sides to him. I’d like that the voices alternated as well as the time to eventually all come together.  This is the second book I’ve read by this author, but I will certainly read more from her. This was a very fast read one of the better thrillers I read this year..