I've read quite a few books about vulnerable women being offered dream homes at low rents. It's definitely becoming a thing, so the bar's going to go up pretty high. The main character is very sympathetic, but the big reveal is rather anticlimactic. Also there's a subplot about the protagonist's dead estranged husband that could have had a lot more juice.

This book was a struggle for me as the plot was painstakingly slow, I found it hard to connect with the main character and fought hard to sympathize with her. Unfortunately I threw in the towel and did not finish it.

Delightful! I so enjoyed this book. I couldn’t wait to get to the end and it kept me up one night reading!

This was a new to me author who I'm now a big fan of. It was a little slow at the beginning. Though the mystery was intriguing to keep you reading. Then it hit it's stride and it took off. I have now gone back and read two more of her books.
I highly recommend

The Apartment by K. L. Slater
This book moved along at an ok pace, there was an interesting storyline but really couldn't like any of the characters as some of the things Freya fell for were just to unbelievable in my mind...still it was ok....thank you Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this and leave my opinion.

Moved at a decent pace, kept my interest and was entertaining till the end. I’d recommend if you’re looking for a new read.

Freya Miller is trying to get her life in order after the death of her husband. Without a job, she’s quickly running out of money. She has sold her home and is prepared to temporarily move into a friend’s place when the opportunity of a lifetime falls into her lap.

Dr. Marsden is looking for a new tenant and a accidental meeting leads him to believe Freya is just what he is looking for. Freya quickly agrees and she can’t believe her luck.

Soon after Freya moves in everything seems a little off especially Dr. Marsden and Mrs. Marsden who seem extremely controlling. They want to install a video camera in her apartment entrance, and they don’t like visitors and there are lots of other things too.

The apartment building, Adder House, seems to have a dark history that people won’t tell Freya about. She begins hearing sounds and voices, and things are moved around in their apartment. Freya is starting to think this was too good to be true.
The plot for The Apartment was really good and I felt that all the pieces fitted together perfectly to provide an exciting thriller for anyone who likes K L Slaters books.

I enjoyed this book the creepy setting was an added plus to this story. A complete page-turner for sure.

Great book! Very well written, fantastic storyline and loved the characters as well. Will be reading more by KL Slater

This book was creepy with a whole host of intriguing characters. Sometimes I felt the main character was a bit naïve or that when things sound too good to be true they probably are, but all the guessing throughout the book I didn’t expect the ending! Loved the description of the old house, I could really see it clearly and feel it’s uneasiness, and I flew through the pages!

Unfortunately, I had to DNF this one. At around 25% I still found myself extremely disconnected with the characters while the plot feeling reminiscent of Lock Every Door by Riley Sager. I did not rate this book since I did not finish it.

Great book! Couldn’t wait to read it, and it didn’t disappoint! Grabbed my attention within the first two chapters, and then I didn’t want to put it down. Excellent character development - I think that every reader will find a character to whom they relate. I enjoy books where there is character development, and then also a surprise, and this book provided both! Looking forward to reading more from this author!

3.5 stars

This is my first K.L. Slater read, and it won’t be my last!

The Apartment was a quick read. For the most part I really enjoyed it, but I did feel like it was almost obvious what was going to happen. Thankfully this didn’t ruin the book for me, I liked how the story played out. Although Freya lead a bit of a boring life, the things going on around her were a bit more interesting.

Overall I thought the plot was good and interesting and the book was well written. If you like psychological thrillers this may be the book for you!

Loved this book. It had me looking over my shoulder all the time. A fantastic plot with an amazing twist.

I loved this spooky psychological thriller! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time I was reading! It gave me Lock Every Door vibes because the main character, Freya, had the opportunity to move into an apartment rent-free. However, once she moves in she realizes the building is super creepy with objects moving, unfamiliar smells, the blinking light of a concealed camera, etc. This as an excellent psychological thriller set in a creepy apartment and it kept me guessing all the way up to the end!

I found this book a bit tough to get through because it wasn't as gripping as the hype around it. The premise is there, but the execution failed the reader. House swapping had such potential.

Meeting Dr. Marsden in the coffee shop just when she was looking for a new place to live felt like a happy coincidence to Freya Miller, and the apartment he had available was stunning. After her husband’s betrayal and subsequent death, Freya felt very alone, but knew she had to keep it together for her five-year-old daughter’s sake. Skye seemed to be managing, but after having grown up in the foster system, Freya was terrified Skye would feel as lost as she had, and she was determined to get them into a stable and secure environment. Early on, though, there were some things about Adder House that were unsettling, but Freya brushed away her concerns and carried on. Where else could she rent an apartment in Kensington for the price offered?

In some ways, I can relate to Freya, having been a single mom, of a five-year-old daughter, and losing my job soon after buying a house. The uncertainties of not knowing if you would be able to stay in your new home, wondering where you would go if not…I understand that fear. However, I don’t think I would have accepted an offer of an apartment, way below market value, from a stranger, no matter how wonderful the area was. The Apartment plays on the reader’s insecurities, the feeling of being observed in a society where everyone has a camera, and the inability to control the observation. I didn’t find the storyline to be terrifying, but it definitely gave me the creeps.

Unfortunately, this book suffers from being too similar to a book I didn't like. While it was slightly unnerving, I think the book tried to do too much that it didn't end up achieving.

I really loved this book in a new to me author. The characters and location really and to the story. I can't wait to read the next one. This book keeps you guessing until the end.

Quality of this felt super poor and I struggled through this one. The 'twists' were too obvious and the character development was lacking.