Keri Beevis returns with The House Sitter, a nail-biting psychological thriller that keeps readers guessing until the very last page. Combining the voyeuristic tension of Hitchcock’s Rear Window with Beevis’s trademark storytelling flair, this novel is a masterclass in slow-burning suspense, unpredictable twists, and well-drawn characters you’ll either root for or suspect at every turn.
A Balcony, a Power Cut, and a Deadly Secret
After breaking off her relationship, Nina welcomes the chance to regroup by house-sitting her brother Dexter’s luxurious apartment while he’s abroad. It seems like the perfect opportunity to find some peace, care for his cat, and figure out her next steps. But one sweltering evening, as a power outage leaves the city cloaked in darkness, Nina steps onto the balcony and sees something she shouldn’t have.
Across the way, a man in the penthouse shares an intimate moment with a beautiful blonde woman. There’s something off about the encounter, something that doesn’t sit right with Nina. Days later, when she sees a missing person report featuring that same woman, she’s convinced she witnessed the last time the woman was seen alive.
When she reports what she saw, the man in question, Julian, denies everything. He has a solid alibi and insists Nina must be mistaken. But Nina knows the truth and as she digs deeper, she discovers that someone may now be watching her too.
A Web of Secrets and Suspense
From the first chapter, Beevis sets a tone of escalating unease that never lets up. Nina’s world narrows as paranoia builds, every shadowed window and whispered conversation suggesting danger. The novel is populated with a colorful mix of supporting characters Dexter’s cheeky roommate Zac, the charming but unsettling Julian, and Leonard, the elderly neighbor who also enjoys people-watching from his balcony. Each adds texture and tension to the story, and every one of them could be hiding something.
Lisa, one of the early reviewers, perfectly described the mood as “Hitchcockian,” and she’s right. Beevis channels that same sense of creeping dread, making the ordinary act of looking out one’s window feel dangerous. Like the best thrillers, The House Sitter constantly shifts your perception of who can be trusted. Just when you think you’ve figured out who’s lying, Beevis throws in a twist that changes everything.
Characters That Feel Real
Nina is a relatable protagonist: independent but vulnerable, curious yet cautious. Her decision to get involved in the mystery feels natural, even when it places her in danger. Beevis writes her with empathy, allowing readers to understand her motivations even when she makes risky choices.
Julian, the suave neighbor at the center of the mystery, is a perfectly drawn enigma. Is he a charming professional or a master manipulator hiding something sinister? The tension between Nina and Julian crackles, making every interaction feel like a chess match between hunter and prey.
Twists That Shock and Satisfy
Keri Beevis has built her reputation on unpredictable thrillers, and The House Sitter might be her best yet. The pacing is tight, the clues are expertly layered, and the final act delivers one of those rare “jaw-drop” moments that readers live for. As reviewer Debra put it, “I thought I had everything figured out, and then Keri Beevis left me speechless.”
Indeed, this is a story that refuses to play by conventional rules. Each twist feels earned, each reveal lands with impact, and by the end, every thread ties together in a way that’s both shocking and deeply satisfying.
Writing That Keeps You Hooked
Beevis’s prose is crisp and cinematic, her pacing deliberate but relentless. She creates atmosphere with precision balcony shadows, flickering lights, overheard laughter and transforms ordinary domestic spaces into claustrophobic traps. The dialogue feels authentic, the tension builds naturally, and the emotional stakes rise with each chapter.
Readers who enjoyed novels like The Woman in the Window or The Couple Next Door will find The House Sitter just as addictive, but with Beevis’s distinctive voice and sharper edge.
Final Thoughts
The House Sitter is everything a psychological thriller should be: tense, twisty, emotional, and utterly impossible to put down. Keri Beevis once again proves her skill at combining relatable characters with breathtaking suspense and jaw-dropping surprises.
If you’re looking for a fast-paced, atmospheric page-turner that keeps you second-guessing everyone until the final line, this one deserves a spot at the top of your reading list.
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