A review by brooke_review
The Perfect Neighbors by Sarah Pekkanen

3.0

The title, "The Perfect Neighbors," is a word play, hinting that the residents of Newport Cove (one of the 20 safest neighborhoods) are not as perfect as they put pressure on themselves to be. The novel follows 4 female residents of Newport Cove, & delves into their relationships with their families & each other. Dealt with here is divorce resentment, maintaining outward appearances, workplace infidelity, & deep dark secrets. An entertaining enough read, but I always felt one step removed, as if I was on the outside looking in - there's a wall between the characters & the reader.

NOVELIST APPEALS
Genre: Domestic Fiction; Mainstream Fiction; Multiple Perspectives
Character: Relatable
Pace: Fast-Paced
Tone: Gossipy; Suspenseful
Writing Style: Compelling