My first Lisa Unger read and I quite enjoyed it even though I can see how some people might find the reveal a bit absurd.

Multiple POVs and dual timeline kept me engaged and guessing what exactly is going on and who’s plotting what. Not all of them made sense to me at the end but maybe that’s the point to keep me guessing the whole time? Overall I thought this is an interesting thriller/mystery with some unexpected elements involved. And I prob will not do a mountain cabin vacay anytime soon

3.8 ⭐️ roundup to 4

Great suspense novel with lots of twists and turns. Not sure who or why is creating all the chaos. Couldn’t put it down.

What this book does well is establish, lean into, and exploit familial roles. For some authors common tropes like the woman who dates her best friend’s brother are uninspired. I believed them here and wanted to see why and where they were going. I thought this story would be a slasher murder mystery but it’s really about genealogy and secrets that in combination are deadly.

The time jumps between 1997 and 2018 helped build suspense into discovering who the characters really are and what secrets they have been keeping. The killer’s motive was interesting and made this story entertaining and only mildly predictable. The resolution was loosely held together and I still have questions. There are some distracting components like the host’s illegal hobby (I don’t want to give too much away) and the property’s ghost story that has nothing to do with the story.

Thank you Legend Press & NetGalley for allowing me to read this ARC. We don’t choose our origins . We choose our present . This suspenseful, fast paced thriller is set around a secluded cabin in the woods, where 3 couples planned the perfect / relaxing getaway, but becomes far from that. This was a first time reading a Lisa Unger book, but won’t be the last. I sometimes have a hard time connecting with multiple povs/ multiple timelines, but this one kept my interest and strung me along to the very end while tying it up perfectly. It was the kind of atmospheric thriller trip I’ve been searching for. I really enjoyed the elements of what is considered our family and ups and downs of discovering our true origins as I tend to struggle with this in my everyday life. Highly recommend this book!

Thank you to NetGalley and Legend Press for an advanced electronic copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

Three couples go on a weekend trip to recharge and bond, but nothing is ever as simple as it seems. As secrets start to come out and they find themselves in danger, only the truth can save them... but what's the truth? Will it be enough to keep them alive?

There were enough layers in this story to keep it interesting, but I didn't love it like I'd hoped. It wasn't bad, just not mind blowing or anything. The twists were reasonable, so at least there was that, but it was more about getting to the end of the story instead of constant page-turning to know how it would end.

CW: violence, injury detail/blood, sexual assault, rape, infidelity, miscarriage, pregnancy, gun violence, death

A fast paced, twist filled thriller written from multiple viewpoints. A couple of sub plots could have been removed, e.g the owner survelling his guests and the story could have been shorter. Otherwise a satisfying read.

One of my new favorite thrillers. I tend to like Unger's books, but this one was so smartly written and cleverly teased out that it flew by. I love that there wasn't one huge plot twist reveal that the reader had to be looking out for the whole time. Instead, crucial plot points and details were unveiled along the way, so it truly formed a whole story as opposed to what has become a trick of authors in this genre. To me, it was such a complete reading experience that it made the characters more sympathetic, more understandable, and more realistic. This will be a book that I buy confidently for friends and family.

Families are complicated things. A mysterious christmas origins test gift is the hidden subtle backdrop for this thrilling novel.

Three couple go on a luxury break to a secluded cabin. All are plagued by their iwn secrets and lies. A break than should be about good food. Hiking and reconnecting turns sour and dramatic in a big way quite quickly.

As other characters are introduced there is good character development as the past us interweven with the present.

A joy to read with unexpected twists and turns. You had to read on for the final reveal which was such a hook. The story focused on main characters but the interwoven supplementary characters created a mire powerful story.

3.5 Stars

New author for me, but I do have 2 of her other books on my shelf. Interesting premise…3 couples are on a weekend getaway and someone is out to get them. I found the characters mostly annoying and self centered, secretive (which did add to the story line). Dual storyline with Henry, who I enjoyed. This comes together at the end. Quite a few secondary characters, some of which I could have done without. Many characters to follow with tons of issues. The setting is enough to give you nightmares; over the top cabin, isolated deep in the woods, odd owner.

Overall is was an OK read for me, kept and held my attention. Slow build to the ending.

Thanks to Legend Press and NetGalley for this ARC. Opinion is mine alone.

I inhaled this book in two days. I was waiting hoping I would get selected to preview Lisa Unger's new book, Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six”. I absolutely love all of Lisa’s books.
I highly recommend this book. All of the characters were engaging. The plot has twists you won’t see coming. It is a great vacation read.
I received this galley from NetGalley.

Lisa Unger can always be counted on to offer a stellar story and this one is no different. It did begin a little slower than usual as we are meeting all the players at a family Christmas dinner. The story quickly picks up when we switch to the actual secluded cabin and meet the 6. From there we go on a journey reminiscent of an old-school 80's horror flick. I loved it! Creepy cabin, characters with secrets, running through the woods being chased by a mysterious killer........ all the fun horror movie cliches made new and fun again with a cool twist of the dark side of DNA/Ancestry researching. Believable, probably not, but get over it! This was a blast to read, and I felt it was a well-done locked-room type thriller. Keep them coming, Lisa Unger!

Thank you to #NetGalley, Lisa Unger and Legend Press for this review copy. All opinions are my own.

Solid 4 stars...creepy, twisty page turner. Worth the read!

Although none of the characters are at all likeable, it adds to storyline, well done.

Great book to read on a rainy day while cuddled up on the couch.

Lisa, Lisa, Lisa.....you did it again, girl.

At a surface level Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six is about three couples, away for a weekend, in a luxe cabin with a storm on the way -- both in and outside of the custom built house.

BUT because this is a Lisa Unger book, there's more to this story, and more to this entire plot. There's a larger story at play overall. The intersection of science and technology is a huge factor in this plot as is #MeToo and the meaning of family. I'm actually disappointed to see quite a few low rated reviews, it makes me feel that some didn't read beyond the first few chapters, to when everything started to fall into place.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read this book.

Three couples rent a luxury cabin in the woods for a weekend getaway in this gripping locked-room thriller. After all, what could be more relaxing than spending a weekend with friends and family in an isolated luxury cabin in the woods, complete with spectacular views, a hot tub and a personal chef. However, once they get there, things aren't quite what they pictured. The chef reveals that the house has a creepy history, a bad storm is brewing, cell service is out and all of the guests are hiding something. This perfect weekend is about to turn into a nightmare.

This book was SO good. I love locked-room thrillers... they are one of my favorite types of book, and this was definitely one of the best I have read. The story is told in multiple points of view. There are actually two plotlines going on at the same time: one is the cabin in the woods and the other involves someone Henry starting from when he was just a kid, moving from place to place with his single mom. The two plotlines converge towards the end. If you are a fan thillers, then you definitely need to check this one out!

OK so if I ignore all the obvious flaws, the book was decent enough. It keeps you guessing to an extent and I didn't find myself bored while reading it. It is an easy to read thriller.

The major downsides for me were the irritating main character and the sub plots that made little sense and contributed nothing to the overall story.

I didn't love the multiple view points in this book, it just didn't work.

This eerie, suspenseful story had me guessing right until the end. The characters have so many layers and their pasts are slowly revealed. I couldn't put it down and found myself sneaking away and reading more.

My favorite part of the thriller was the setting - what can happen in a secluded cabin in the woods, with six people, without internet or power! How intriguing! But that was the extend of the entertainment I got from the book. For me the thriller wasn't exciting and I figured out the twist early on. What bummed me most was all the main characters were stereotypical - the SAH mom, the powerful businessman, the workaholic husband, the yogi, the party girl, and the mysterious guy - and they all behaved exactly as expected, which made them boring to me.

The main reason for the murders was also something I didn't buy. Not to reveal too much, this felt like a lukewarm excuse to become a serial murderer.

The ancillary stories of the host, the maintenance guy, and the paranormal activity didn't add to the story. Those didn't weave into the main story and were kind of left out at the end without a wrap up. Don't know if this was deliberate or not, but those felt as they didn't really have a purpose except to add some thriller "fluff" without adding thriller "meat" to the table.

Hope others will enjoy it more.

This is my first book from this author. I'm looking forward to reading more from her.

Quite a lot of characters and a lot of flipping back and forwards. It’s not a book to put down and leave you need to push on. Well worth it but I often have to let my unanswered question go!

Thanks to NetGalley and Legend Press for the eARC in exchange for a honest review. All opinions are my own.

I wanted to love this one but unfortunately I didn’t. The entire plot, presentation was so convoluted. The book alternatives from past and present viewpoints of the various main characters. It was hard to follow. The writing was solid but everything was too far fetched.

I’m so confused!🤪
The cast of characters… massive.
The storylines…numerous!
Me...hopelessly lost trying to keep it all straight.

Three couples sets out on a weekend family mountain getaway.
But the forest has eyes. They are not alone in these woods.
So who is it watching them, and for what reason?
You may want to think twice before you rent your next Airbnb.

A genealogy test that may reveal more than anyone is ready to hear, leaving a disturbing question. How well do you know your own family?

I was hoping all the pieces would come together for me in the end. Nope. I was left confused with at least one loose thread if not two🧶. Maybe it was just me.🤷‍♀️

I recently returned from a vacation where we rented a secluded, mountain cabin. (That likely slept six.) Glad I waited till I got back before reading this one!😅.

I listened to most of this book as an audio but switched to digital for the final third when my ear--buds died. An easy transition, though it didn’t clear up my confusion.

I’ve been reading books by Lisa Unger from…well the beginning I’d say. And it’s always been a bit hit or miss. I’ll have to chalk this one up in the miss category. We’ll see where her next release shall land.

A buddy read with Susanne that left us both a bit disappointed.

Thank you to NetGalley and Legend Press for my digital arc and Hoopla for my 🎧