the family next door by Sally Hepworth got better as you went. It’s the story of families in an Australian neighborhood and their fascination with their new neighbor. I almost abandoned it mid-way through, as it felt like a not-as-good version of Big Little Lies, but I am glad I stuck with it, because the last third and the ending surprised me and made it a worthwhile pick. I’m excited to grab her new one The Mother-in-Law this summer.