DEAD OF NIGHT by Lisa Grey

3.5* Wasn't expecting this, but a worthy introduction to this author, with decent red herrings.

There are quite a few twists in this ultimately rather sad, and weirdly low-key, tale, despite the tension of some of the chapters. The 'secret of her own' part didn't feel necessary and didn't really go anywhere but the rest was nicely done. 

I couldn't quite believe the machinations of the person harassing and gaslighting Serena, but kind of did get their motivation. The former were creepy, and when things cane to light, actually pretty sadly inderstandable from the perspective presented. But, twisted. The tale elements involving the mysterious woman were well orchestrated. The nosy neighbour guy turned out to be an excellent and believable addition. The mother losing her child aspect, and what triggered the main mystery of the tale, were neatly done. The author had me thinking one thing of the husband who kept mysteriously disappearing at odd hours, then I thought he redeemed himself, only to dislike him for what he ultimately did. 

The romance was a non-starter for me, and the tale could've worked entirely without it. There wasn't any passion or much visible liking or attraction between the leads. 

Overall, I enjoyed it and would read more from this author.

ARC courtesy of NetGalley and Thomas and Mercer, for my reading pleasure. 

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