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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.

I really enjoyed The Doll’s House. The plot was interesting right from the start and had a lot of layers that kept me guessing. There were definitely some parts where the pacing slowed down, and I found myself wishing things would move a little faster. Still, every time I thought the story might lose me, a twist would come out of nowhere and pull me right back in. The unpredictability definitely kept me engaged and made me want to keep reading.

The characters were also really well-developed, and I liked how the story explored deeper emotional themes without feeling forced. Even when the pace dipped, I was invested enough in the characters to want to see how everything would play out. Overall, this was a really compelling read, and I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone who enjoys psychological dramas with some truly unexpected turns.

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Its been a while since I've indulged in a twisty psychological thriller and this one mostly hit the mark. Naomi is anxious about selling her beloved flat that her and her husband, Oliver have owned since before her daughters were born. When a buyer pulls out, she despairs that she'll never own the home she's always dreamed of, but when Summer puts in an offer she's overjoyed. Soon that joy turns into a living nightmare.
Both Summer and Naomi weren't characters that I could get behind. Naomi was also rather unhinged in her thinking - she too was obsessive and impulsive in her actions. And her friends were rather shallow to dump her as quick as they did. It was a real page turner though and I was engaged to find out just how it would end.

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Nothing prepares you for the roller coaster this book will send you on. Just as soon as you think you have it figured out, the author bowls you from the side. Really a very entertaining book, and I can't wait to read her next one!
TB

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What a fantastic thriller.

This book did not disappoint - I got through the whole thing within one day! It kept me gripped, interested and on the edge of my seat. I actually found it a little bit creepy and unsettling at times thanks to the brilliant writing by the author. I will certainly be recommending this to all of my thriller loving friends!

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This book was so good as our all of Natasha Boydell’s books . I would recommend reading this .It kept me reading it until the end .

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Wasn’t able to read this one digitally but I did order a copy of the book so will be reviewing it after I’ve read it. I’m really excited for it as I’ve only heard great things about it.

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So many twists and turns!!!
I couldn’t put this book down.
This book didn’t disappoint.

Suspenseful and fast paced. Definitely worth the read!

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I was so intrigued when this one started, so into it. But then it just lost its thrill entirely, why, I don't even know. It just was boring to me and was a little jumbled and didn't make sense to me. It might just be a me problem.

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Naomi thinks she’s finally found her forever home—until the sale of her apartment falls through and everything starts unraveling.

Then comes Summer, a sweet, soft-spoken single mom who swoops in to buy Naomi’s place… but things quickly get weird. Summer starts showing up everywhere—same school, same friends, even copying Naomi’s clothes—and when Naomi finds a dollhouse that’s an exact replica of her own home? EEK...mega creepy "Single White Female" vibes!

This is one of those slow-burning thrillers that sneaks up on you and makes you question every single character.

Thank you to NetGalley, Natasha Boydell, and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read this eerie and addictive ARC!

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The Doll's House was a creepy story with plenty of twists and turns. The description alone gave me goose bumps and the story did not disappoint. I highly recommend it.

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for my ARC.

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Thank you to netgalley for this psychological read

When another woman tries to copy your every move, routine and dress what are you to do ?

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Interesting overall.
Quick read. But very similar to single white female.

Would read again and recommend

Thank you NetGalley for the copy

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What a ride. Naomi sells her flat to a single mother and couldn’t be happier. Until this woman starts popping up in all aspects of her life. Things begin going missing around her home and her once popular child is being ostracized in school. Is Naomi going crazy like everyone says?

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I was completely drawn into the atmospheric world of 'The Doll's House' by Natasha Boydell. The way she builds suspense is masterful, and the secrets hidden within the walls of the old house felt incredibly real. I love a good gothic thriller, and this one delivered on all fronts. The characters are complex and intriguing, and the sense of unease that permeates the story kept me turning the pages late into the night. If you're looking for a chilling and beautifully written mystery that will stay with you long after you finish, I highly recommend 'The Doll's House.

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This one made me look over my shoulder. Creepy atmosphere, engaging story, and enough twists and turns to make it impossible to put down. Think Single White Female turned up a few hundred notches. Loved it!

Thanks for the opportunity to read! I’m recommending this one to all my thriller lovers!

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Thriller indeed!!
I felt pure anxiety from start to finish lol. Poor Naomi, being made out to be crazy by everyone else but as the reader knowing she’s completely in her right mind to feel suspicious. Summer had that perfect level of creep factor along with charisma and at times even I found myself questioning, whether Naomi really was the victim. So well done! I will say her husband of all people really pissed me off because he was entertaining where he absolutely had no business even giving access to. But he did stay fairly supportive so I’ll give him that. The ending hit me like a whirlwind, and the epilogue especially was the perfect amount of unhinged.

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"The Doll's House" gave me my first book hangover in 2025. The depth of description for the characters, the type of neighborhood, and the backstory helped set the mood and setting. Dynamics between families of children in the same schools, getting into those various cliques, and even the children themselves were something out of daily life. I questioned every character in this book at some point and had empathy, though questionable actions are an understatement.

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Unfortunately I did not get into this one, and decided not to finish. I think it will appeal to fans of dark, suspenseful, scary thrillers- but it was just not my cup of tea.

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Creepy elements in this book stay with the reader long after the story is done. It is rich, terrifying, but ultimately brilliant. What a wonderful and engaging read.

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Clever writing and gripping storyline . Things are not what they seem , good characters felt they were very realistic .

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