Such Lovely Neighbors by Jack Dane
Release: June 27, 2025
Format: Ebook
Publisher: Back Alley Press
Source: Amazon
Find it at: Amazon , GoodReads
Welcome to the neighborhood…
First-time homeowners Nikki and Noah Anderson are delighted to find an affordable starter home within commuting distance of NYC.
The neighborhood is absolutely adorable, and everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Between potlucks and white picket fences, it’s an idyllic suburban dream. Or is it?
Because something feels…off. The neighbors smile a little too much. There are strange sounds in the night. And then there’s the pair of wedding rings they find buried in their backyard…
The suburbs have their share of dark secrets, too. And by the time Nikki and Noah realize it, it might already be too late.
Fans of Freida McFadden, Daniel Hurst and Kiersten Modglin will be utterly gripped by this twist-filled story that will have you up late and questioning how well you really know your neighbors.
About the Author:
Jack Dane is the author of twisted psychological thrillers, many of which are set in New York City, where he lives. When not writing, Jack enjoys getting lost in the Park, going to jazz clubs, and people watching for new ideas.
Such Lovely Neighbors Review:
Such Lovely Neighbors by Jack Dane pulled me in right from the start. Nikki and Noah move into what seems like the perfect neighborhood—warm, welcoming, and full of charm. But things quickly take a strange turn when their dog, Petey, digs up two mysterious rings in the yard. From there, the story spirals into a dark and chilling mystery: who did the rings belong to, and what secrets are the neighbors hiding?
This is the second Jack Dane book I’ve read, after The New Sitter, and I’m starting to really enjoy the author’s storytelling style. The first half builds slowly, letting you settle into Nikki’s world while also showing the unsettling ways she clashes with certain neighbors—especially Mary. Then, just like in The New Sitter, the second half completely changes the pace. Twist after twist hit toward the climax, each one more surprising than the last. I thought I knew where the story was going, but it veered in directions I didn’t see coming at all.
The atmosphere is another standout. Dane knows how to make everyday suburban life feel terrifying. One scene in particular—where Nikki notices two shadowy figures just standing outside her house—is the kind that lingers long after you close the book. It’s creepy in the best way.
I also appreciated Nikki as a lead. She’s not a passive victim; even when unsettling things happen, she pushes back, takes risks, and tries to hold her ground. Her bond with Emma added another layer of warmth and balance to the tension-filled plot.
Overall, Such Lovely Neighbors is a gripping, eerie, and fast-paced thriller that kept me hooked to the end. I’m officially on a Jack Dane binge and can’t wait to dive into more of his books.
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