This is a crime novel with a difference. I have to be honest, I found Sally Lambert such an awful and annoying character. I liked the creativity of the book. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me review this book.

I'm afraid this isn't for me. I had no idea what was going on most of the time. I just couldn't suspend disbelief enough to enjoy it. If there was a twist then I missed it. I'm sure I've missed something in the final chapter. I suspect it would get people talking at a book club though.

Sophie Hannah is one of my favourite authors so I was delighted to be able to read this new novel in advance.

It definitely didn't disappoint with Sophie's trademark complex, and often confusing, plot which always just comes together perfectly

I suspect this is a bit of a marmite read and you’ll either love it of hate it, for me I found it a challenge to get through - in part I really couldn’t relate to Sally aka Mrs Lambert as I found her almost a caricature due the extremity of her actions and behaviour and I think I also found the story went from the sublime to the ridiculous as the book progressed. I can see a lot of humour in this don’t get me wrong but it risks being more of a parody than a mystery and in total honesty even by the end I had just missed the mark despite many clues (or red herrings) being pointed out along the way. It’s certainly original and very unexpected though with some crazy characters and an unlikely adventure.

I love Sophie Hannah’s quirky writing style, be it stand alone novels or the police procedurals featuring Charlie and Simon. I haven’t read any of the Agatha Christie books she has written and maybe because of that I’ve missed something going into this book.
I really struggled to get into this story and I’m still confused by the ending. The premise initially is engaging but there’s too many unrealistic and unclear happenings throughout for it to be enjoyable. I’m sure this will be suitable for others- perhaps who haven’t read her other novels- but sadly this wasn’t for me. It won’t prevent me from reading her next novel out in 2026 though!

I'm a fan of Sophie Hannah and I love her twisty, mind bending, mysteries. There genuinely is no other authors like her. Unfortunately, "No One Would Do What The Lamberts Have Done" was just not for me. There will be plenty of readers who find the storyline compelling and race through the pages. And there's no doubt that this storyline is very different but I just couldn't engage with the characters.

I feel like I've been reading a completely different book from the other reviewers... I've been a huge Hannah fan for years now, loving the 'impossible mysteries' she concocts whether in the Culver series, the standalones, or the modern Poirot continuations. But this one defeated me.

The set-up of the police being sent an anonymous manuscript is intriguing but there's so much withholding of information that the opening is confusing - and then when I found out what the police visit to the Lamberts was about, my jaw dropped... and with not good disbelief. From there the whole thing unravelled for me. Maybe you have to be a fervent dog lover to get this one?! Too much was just too absurd for my tastes - sorry.

What an entertaining and fun read! I loved the small village setting, full of well-observed characters. Even the bookclub became a battleground. I am sure many pet owners would identify with Sally. Very well-written with a brilliant twist at the end. If you need cheering up this book will fit the bill.


Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an arc in exchange for an honest review.

Many thanks to netgalley, the author and the publisher for approving my request to read this book.

I'm a huge fan of Sophies books especially the Culver Valley series so I was keen to read this latest book from her.

It's very different to her other books I've read but I found it both funny and entertaining and enjoyed the intrigue throughout.

I would recommend this if you enjoy a good mystery book.

No One Would Do What The Lamberts Have Done by Sophie Hannah is a masterfully crafted psychological thriller that grips from the opening line and never lets go. With her signature blend of suspense, wit, and intricate plotting, Hannah delivers a mystery that is both twisty and deeply character-driven. The premise is bold, and the execution is flawless.

The characters are sharply drawn, particularly the Lamberts, whose strange behavior fuels a compulsively readable narrative. Hannah expertly builds tension while peeling back layers of secrets and motivations, keeping readers constantly guessing. The dialogue is smart and unsettling, and the emotional stakes feel real at every turn.

The pacing is tight, and the resolution is both unexpected and entirely satisfying. No One Would Do What The Lamberts Have Done is an outstanding psychological mystery—clever, chilling, and utterly addictive. A 5-star read that showcases Sophie Hannah at her absolute best.

A audacious and outstretched book that reads like a cosy mystery. I myself would go to the ends of the earth for my own dog so I was excited for this plot. It didn't let me down. Sally is a fun character who I found hard to read because I never knew what she would do or say next. The mystery could be a tv show. It gives off old skool vibes!

Really good book that i will recommend to others.

Thanks for the opportunity to read & review it.

Oh Boy! what a thrilling read this was.

It has drama, it has twists and it has humour.

Sally is a fabulolus character and what happens when she has to do the unthinkable to protect her loved ones is one of the most unique plorlines I have ever read.

No spoilers from me but this is a must read. Every character adds to the tale and I loved it

Prepare to be satisfyingly bamboozled with Sophie’s latest novel – and it’s a good one. Sally Lambert is panicked at the thought of a loved one (perhaps the most loved one) being escorted away, never to be seen alive again. If there’s a way to avoid having to confront this, she’s happy to be persuaded. As conflict rages, she and her family do something that no one would do, more than likely. Couple this with a story where you’re never quite sure what’s going on – but there’s an excitement to that – and police officers who are at either end of the spectrum in terms of interest in the investigation and you’ve got a drama that is twisty and confusing but always well written and persuasively plotted.