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The Block Party - by Jamie Day
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Highlights
- Raves for the hottest thriller of 2023!
- About the Author: Jamie Day lives in one of those picture-perfect, coastal New England towns you see in the movies.
- 384 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Thrillers
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About the Book
"The residents of the exclusive cul-de-sac on Alton Road are entangled in a web of secrets and scandal utterly unknown to the outside world, and even to each other. On the night of the annual summer block party, there has been a murder. But, who did it and why takes readers back one year earlier, as rivalries and betrayals unfold--discovering that the real danger lies within their own block and nothing--and no one--is ever as it seems"--Book Synopsis
Raves for the hottest thriller of 2023!
"This is wicked fun." --Publishers Weekly "Absolutely amazing. Readers are going to flip!" --Lisa Gardner, New York Times bestselling author of ONE STEP TOO FAR "Like a firecracker on a hot summer night . . . If you like my novels, you'll love THE BLOCK PARTY." ―Elin Hilderbrand, #1 Bestselling author of THE HOTEL NANTUCKET This summer, meet your neighbors. The residents of the exclusive cul-de-sac on Alton Road are entangled in a web of secrets and scandal utterly unknown to the outside world, and even to each other. On the night of the annual Summer block party, there has been a murder. But, who did it and why takes readers back one year earlier, as rivalries and betrayals unfold--discovering that the real danger lies within their own block and nothing--and no one--is ever as it seems.Review Quotes
"Beach read type fun for any time of year!"--The Boston Globe
"Day's mystery combines intense domestic drama with an ingeniously plotted whodunnit that will keep readers guessing until the very end." --The Washington Post Book Club "Appealing. Day's choice to withhold both victim and perpetrator ratchets up the tension nicely, and her jabs at suburban repression are sharp. This is wicked fun." --Publishers Weekly "Delightful...A wickedly fun send-off of suburbia." --CrimeReads, a Best Book of July"A meticulous plot and humor events do much to make this domestic thriller a page turner." --Montecito Journal "Get ready to turn the pages in this new thriller about the scandalous neighbors of Alton Road." -- Country Living, Can't Miss Beach Reads for Summer 2023 "[A] masterful performance of sleight of hand." -- PopSugar "Take time to savor the captivating journey that Day creates en route to probable thriller stardom." --Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star "THE BLOCK PARTY is suspenseful, fast-paced and funny all at once. With an intricate plot and memorable characters, it's a trip to the leafy suburbs where all is not as it seems, told by a master storyteller with wit and style." --William Landay, bestselling author of ALL THAT IS MINE I CARRY WITH ME and DEFENDING JACOB "There's more than potato salad and Kenny Chesney on the radio at the Alton Road annual block party. Someone gets murdered and as always, in searching for the killer, a slew of other juicy secrets are uncovered. Told from multiple points of view, this novel is like a firecracker on a hot summer night. If you like my novels, you'll love THE BLOCK PARTY." -- Elin Hilderbrand, #1 Bestselling author of THE HOTEL NANTUCKET "With a lightning-fast plot and a fully-realized, complex cast of characters, Jamie Day's THE BLOCK PARTY is a scorching knockout. Day knows how to keep the reader guessing and the pages turning. Treat yourself to this utterly unpredictable thriller." -- Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author of THE OVERNIGHT GUEST "Jamie Day's The Block Party immediately transports you to its suburban hotbed, rife with whispered rumors, prying eyes and social--and personal--peril. Making clever use of shifting POVs, social media scrums and canny flashbacks, it's a suburban Rear Window: delicious, nail-biting and utterly unputdownable."-- Megan Abbott, New York Times bestselling author of THE TURNOUT "I loved Jamie Day's THE BLOCK PARTY, a riveting domestic thriller that twists and turns through the suburb of Meadowbrook, where the Fox family and their neighbors have secrets aplenty. Then things turn deadly, and I rooted for mom Alex and her troubled teenager Lettie on every page, and you will, too."-- Lisa Scottoline, New York Times bestselling author of WHAT HAPPENED TO THE BENNETTS? "Oh my goodness, I loved THE BLOCK PARTY! Secrets, lies, neighbourhood politics and murder .... with twists and turns that will keep you guessing til the last page. Utterly engrossing. People will devour this book. Jamie Day is one to watch!"-- Sally Hepworth, New York Times bestselling author of THE SOULMATE "THE BLOCK PARTY is a rich, delicious stew of secrets, intrigue, revenge, and murder, with well-drawn characters, sparkling dialogue, and an intricate web of a plot that will have you guessing till the very end."-- Chris Pavone, New York Times bestselling author of TWO NIGHTS IN LISBON "What could be more idyllic and all-American than the gathering of neighbors, friends, and family at a holiday block party? But as this group of wealthy, gorgeous people come together to eat and drink, celebrating life and each other, beneath the beautiful serene surface is a labyrinth of betrayals, secrets, and lies. Character rich, utterly propulsive, and wise, THE BLOCK PARTY delivers an unflinching look into the painful twist of family dysfunction, infidelity, parenthood, and marriage. Jamie Day has a bone-deep knowledge of what makes us tick, what binds us together, and what tears us apart. This is a thriller with a soul, and Day is a writer to watch." -- Lisa Unger, New York Times bestselling author of LAST GIRL GHOSTED "Highly engaging and brilliantly plotted. Absolutely amazing. Readers are going to flip!" -- Lisa Gardner, New York Times bestselling author of ONE STEP TOO FAR "Revenge, deceit and desire all collide in Jamie Day's BLOCK PARTY when an idyllic, close-knit community turns out to be anything but! This book is compulsively readable and action packed, with a wealth of surprises along the way. Not to be missed!" -- Mary Kubica, New York Times bestselling author of LOCAL WOMAN MISSING With a lightning-fast plot and a fully-realized, complex cast of characters, Jamie Day's THE BLOCK PARTY is a scorching knockout. Day knows how to keep the reader guessing and the pages turning. Treat yourself to this utterly unpredictable thriller. --Heather Gudenkauf, NYT bestselling author of The Overnight Guest Filled with intriguing characters, Block Party by Jamie Day is a fast paced, twisty book that keeps the reader guessing! Loved it!
Lisa Jackson, NYT bestselling author of THE GIRL WHO SURVIVED "This unpredictable, fast-paced, thriller reveals hurts, betrayals, entanglements and festering wounds that can spur violence in a compulsively readable, tension-packed, rollercoaster story." --The Patriot Ledger
About the Author
Jamie Day lives in one of those picture-perfect, coastal New England towns you see in the movies. And just like the movies, Jamie has two children and an adorable dog to fawn over. When not writing or reading, Jamie enjoys yoga, the ocean, cooking, and long walks on the beach with the dog, or the kids, or sometimes both.Dimensions (Overall): 9.4 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inches (W) x 1.4 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.25 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Thrillers
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Number of Pages: 384
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Theme: Suspense
Format: Hardcover
Author: Jamie Day
Language: English
Street Date: July 18, 2023
TCIN: 87421200
UPC: 9781250283191
Item Number (DPCI): 247-17-7057
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 1.25 pounds
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4.5 out of 5 stars with 2 ratings
4.2 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
66% would recommend
3 recommendations
Good not great
3 out of 5 stars
SB - 10 months ago
More of a mystery than a domestic thriller
I was happy to turn the last page!
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
- 1 year ago
The Block Party by Jamie Day takes us to the bougee Alton Lane where there is an annual Memorial Day block party. This year the party ends with a band when someone is murdered. Who could have committed such a heinous act? The story is told from Alex, a divorce mediator who overindulges in alcohol and has too much time on her hands, and her seventeen-year-old daughter, Lettie who supports all causes that save the planet (she also dresses in black and wears Doc Martens). Neither character is likeable. Lettie is extremely annoying. She is constantly explaining her behavior and actions (she wants one thing, then changes her mind once it is too late, and then wants to fix it). We get to meet the various residents of Alton Road (a troubled teen, a controlling spouse, a cheating spouse, a sexy widow whose husband died under mysterious circumstances, a vengeful young man, a worried wife). Secrets and lies abound on this street (it is worse than Wisteria Lane). The characters lacked development and their complaints became annoying (the same thing over and over). The story not only alternates POV it also goes between this year’s block party and last year’s block party. There are also chapters that take place in fall, winter, and spring. In addition, there is a Facebook community chat of residents who live on streets near Alton Lane. I did not feel that the chats added anything to the story (people who were jealous because they could not live on Alton Lane, felt snubbed because they are not invited to the annual party, wanting to know the reason for the police presence at the party, etc.). The Block Party is not what I expected. I expected drama, suspense, some humor, and mystery. I wanted to be in on the juicy secrets. The story moved at a snail’s pace and the book is also way too long. None of the characters are likeable. I kept reading because I wanted to see if I correctly guessed the identity of the killer. I did find myself skimming through the middle (I did not need to read Lettie’s reasons for her various actions or why Alex felt the need to overindulge in alcohol). The residents of Alton Lane needed hobbies instead of being occupied with their neighbors’ activities (these people are beyond nosy). The story lacked action and suspense. I was very happy when I turned the final page. Everything is neatly wrapped up at the end with some interesting secrets being brought to light. The Block Party is one event that I will be happy to decline.
Page Turner!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
KatReads - 1 year ago
Such a fun mystery with lots of twists and turns. The end was a total surprise and really well done! Great characters and storyline, highly recommend.
Multi layers
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
carvanz - 2 years ago
I absolutely loved this book! While the characters might not have been the most likable, their story was fascinating. With flashbacks that laid out all the players and their possible motives, I was constantly flipping through each of them as either the killer or victim. I really liked that this author did not let me know who had been killed until the end. It kept me turning pages and guessing. Definitely an enjoyable read.