Title: THE OTHER TENANT
Author: Lesley Kara
ISBN: 978 1787 6361 25
Publisher: Bantam / Transworld
Pages: 352
Source: Review copy from the Publisher
Blog Tour Organised by Random Things Tours
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?
Official Summary
07 May 2024
I must add more of Lesley Kara’s books to my TBR. I really enjoy her work. “The Other Tenant” is a gripping psychological thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Set in an eerie Victorian school-turned-apartment building, the novel follows Marlow, a live-in property guardian with a troubled past. Right from the beginning, the atmosphere is thick with tension and unease as Marlow navigates the shadowy corridors haunted by her own demons.
The author builds suspense, drawing you into Marlow’s world as she uncovers dark secrets lurking within the walls of the building. The sense of foreboding is palpable as Marlow struggles with the disappearance of one of her fellow tenants and the unsettling behaviour of the others. Each character is shrouded in mystery, leaving you guessing at their true intentions until the very end.
What sets “The Other Tenant” apart is its exploration of trust and betrayal. Marlow finds herself questioning the motives of everyone around her, unsure of who she can rely on as she delves deeper into the mystery. The paranoia is infectious, keeping you guessing and second-guessing until the final reveal.
The writing is taut and atmospheric, painting a vivid picture of the dilapidated school building and the claustrophobic world Marlow inhabits. Her writing is immersive, drawing you into Marlow’s mind as she unravels the truth behind the disappearance and confronts her own past. While the plot is undeniably gripping, “The Other Tenant” also delves into deeper themes of trauma and redemption. Marlow’s journey is as much about confronting her past as it is about solving the mystery, adding emotional depth to an already compelling narrative.
Overall, this is a haunting and atmospheric thriller that will keep you hooked until the very end. With its richly drawn characters, twisty plot, and atmospheric setting, it’s a must-read for fans of psychological suspense. Lesley Kara has crafted a masterful thriller that will linger in the mind long after the final page is turned. Be ready to read all night when you reach for this book, you won’t want to put it down.
REMEMBER TO VISIT THE OTHER TOUR STOPS
Also by Lesley Kara
The Apartment Upstairs
Scarlett’s aunt lived – and was brutally murdered – in the apartment upstairs. But Scarlett is determined that life should return to some kind of normal, even if that means living with just a ceiling between her and the scene of such a devastating crime. After all, this is her home. She’s safe here. Isn’t she?
Dee is busy balancing her job as a funeral director with organizing an event to mark the disappearance of her best friend, ten years ago. So she’s got enough on her plate without worrying about the threatening messages that are appearing on her company’s Facebook page.
When Scarlett approaches Dee about planning her aunt’s funeral, an unexpected link between them emerges. Together, the two women could uncover secrets that have long been buried. Even while someone wants to stop them digging . . .
About The Author
Author bio from the author’s site
Lesley Kara is the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Rumour, Who Did You Tell? The Dare and The Apartment Upstairs. The Rumour was the highest-selling crime fiction debut of 2019 in the UK and a Kindle No.1 bestseller. Lesley is an alumna of the Faber Academy ‘Writing a Novel’ course. She lives in Kent.
Thank you to Anne Cater, from Random Things Tour, for including me on this blog tour. I always enjoy Lesley Kara’s books despite not having read as many as I would like to. Which is your Favourite Lesley Kara book? Leave a comment below and I will add it to my TBR. As always, thank you for visiting the blog and reading my review. Until next time… Happy Reading!
Great review, sounds like my kind of book!
Thanks for the blog tour support x
Thank you for having me