The Other Tenant

Title: The Other Tenant

Author: Lesley kara

Genre: Thriller Mystery

Publisher: Penguin

Date Published: 2024

Book Length: 340

Format: Paperback I won in a competition

Star Rating: 5***** I loved it and highly recommend

About Book: Marlow has always lived in unusual places. But when she accepts a position as a live-in property guardian, she finds herself moving somewhere she swore she’d never return to. Right from the start, she knows it’s a terrible mistake. The elegant Victorian school is due to be turned into luxury apartments, but its eerie, empty corridors are full of Marlow’s worst memories. And now something sinister is happening on the site. One of the other tenants has disappeared without warning, and Marlow suspects that the nine other guardians know far more than they’re letting on. She’s determined to find out what happened to the missing woman – but which of these strangers can she trust? And can she uncover the truth before her own past catches up with her?

My Thoughts: The Other Tenant by Lesley Kara is an engaging thriller mystery that kept me captivated from start to finish. I appreciated how the story was told from different perspectives, with each chapter focusing on a new character. This narrative style not only provided insight into each individual but also added depth to the overall plot. The chapters were often very short, which heightened the tension and made the pacing feel urgent.

The premise of the book was refreshingly unique, suggesting that anyone and everyone could be involved in the unfolding mystery. This uncertainty kept me on my toes, as I tried to piece together the clues alongside the characters. The numerous twists and turns throughout the story had me eagerly turning the pages, never quite sure what to expect next.

In conclusion, The Other Tenant was a fantastic thriller that offered a fresh take on the genre. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a gripping read that keeps you guessing until the very end. Lesley Kara's skilful storytelling and intriguing character dynamics made this a standout novel that I won't soon forget.