Lock Every Door

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I DARE NOT say more.... just read it for yourself and you can hold Jules hand as she tries to plan her escape! Content and Trigger Warnings: talk of being cheated on in the past, talk of loss of a loved one in the past, self-harm (fire + hand), talk of past suicide, talk of cancer, and murder. WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE: As soon as I read the revelation part which is not something so supernatural or satanic by the way, seemed like a little easy way out for me! Maybe I was waiting for more surprises, more twisty, edgy, terrifying, unforeseeable results. Because at the previous books of the author, I got all of them. But on this one, the ending was a little soft and regular. It didn’t shake me to my core( Lately several thriller books I read gave me this feeling maybe my pain threshold is in the maximum point so I want to read something more challenging!) The book explores themes of trust, deception, and the power of perception as Jules navigates the complex web of relationships and secrets within Bartholomew. This is a Riley Sager book, so It’s not a spoiler to say there are twists and turns in this creepy, gothic suspense tale where the Bartholomew becomes a character itself. The palpable sense of eeriness with Jules all alone in the world up against some creepy neighbors in a gothic apartment building gave me a Rosemary’s Baby vibe.

No visitors. No nights spent elsewhere. No disturbing the rich and famous residents. These are the rules for Jules Larsen’s new job apartment sitting at the Bartholomew, one of Manhattan’s most high-profile buildings. Recently heartbroken—and just plain broke—Jules is taken in by the splendor and accepts the terms, ready to leave her past life behind. Riley Sager takes readers on a roller coaster ride where you will have just enough time to catch your breath before the next big twist hits you….This novel continues Sager’s streak of providing a fresh and original voice to the world of psychological thrillers.” It also reminded me of TV series named “666 Park Avenue”( as you see the door number you may imagine what is about and as you see the cancellation after 13 episodes, this concept also didn’t work for TV, too. ) I’ve been a bit hit and miss with Riley Sager’s books. I absolutely loved Final Girls, but his next release The Last Time I Lied missed the mark for me. It is a creepy and addictive read. As usual, Sager approaches the “over-the-top” believability factor, but, for some reason, with Sager, you just let it slide. It is so much more fun just to go along with him! I love the NYC setting and the characters to root for. Of course, a satisfying ending for us! All in all, a fantastic beach read!

5. Barrel Bolt

Jules becomes particularly intrigued by Ingrid, a previous apartment sitter who mysteriously disappeared from Bartholomew. The setting of the Bartholomew was absolutely brilliant. A gothic nightmare set in the heart of a bustling city. When left unattended, Jules lights her bed on fire using a lighter dropped by one of the nurses. In the ensuing chaos, she manages to escape from the building. After the fire has been extinguished, the police investigate the building and uncover the scheme. As a result many celebrities and former residents of the building are either arrested or commit suicide and the building itself is demolished.

The post reads, Apartment Sitter Wanted, and happens to be for a unit located in The Bartholomew, one of the most prestigious apartment buildings in New York City. There were some truly creepy moments in this book that gave me chills?? I felt like I was in the apartment building because the descriptions were so vivid. Even though this is a typical “girl goes missing” thriller and we spend the majority of the book trying to figure out what happens to this girl, it was still so much more than that and it was such a fun but also disturbing read. The ending got a lot more dark than I was expecting it to. There are a few rules: no visitors, no nights away from the apartment, no talking to or otherwise bothering the wealthy residents, and no posts on social media. Desperate for money, Jules agrees. Jules' sister disappeared in the past, but we have absolutely no idea what happened to her. It was unnecessary.I think the satanic/sect twist. I don't like that part. I can't enjoy a story about exorcism or something like that. Maybe I haven't find the right one yet. The theme of mystery and suspense keeps readers engaged and captivated as they try to piece together the secrets and uncover the truth within the story. It creates an atmosphere of tension and anticipation, driving the narrative forward. My reading experience with this one probably wasn't as unpleasant, but it felt like a whole lot of nothing. No excitement, no investment in the characters, no admiration for the storyline/writing/setting/whatever.