A review by mg_in_md_
The House Guest by Hank Phillippi Ryan

4.0

I always look forward to the latest twisty thriller from this author and was lucky enough to receive an advanced copy prior to its early February 2023 release. In this offering, the reader is presented with a complex cat-and-mouse story, but is not quite sure which character is the cat and which is the mouse. The story centers around Alyssa Macallen who is going through a divorce with her rich and powerful soon-to-be-ex-husband. While trying to grapple with the upheaval in her life, Alyssa meets and immediately connects with Bree Lorrance, who is dealing with her own issues, including trying to ditch a controlling boyfriend. Acting on impulse, Alyssa invites Bree to stay with her and the two are quickly drawn into each other's lives. The story begins at a deliberate pace but comes to a roaring crescendo when surprising revelations occur. While there are many moving parts and twists and turns along the way, the ending will leave you breathless but satisfied. Just when you think you have this one figured out, you'll be pleasantly surprised to find that you don't!

Many thanks to the author and Forge Books for the opportunity to read a NetGalley copy of this novel!