Just finished reading *The Briar Club*, and wow—what a ride! The concept of a house narrating the lives of its residents is so fresh and immersive. It felt like peeking through a keyhole into these beautifully messy lives.

Mrs. Nilsson? Complicated doesn’t even begin to cover it. Her choices had me oscillating between sympathy and frustration, which I think was the point. Not every character clicked with me (looking at you, emotionally detached housemate), but that tension kept things spicy.

The way food and recipes wove through the plot was genius—each dish felt like a secret handshake into a character’s soul. And that twist? Didn’t see it coming, but it tied everything together like a perfect bow.

If you love historical fiction with heart, grit, and a dash of mystery, this one’s a must-read. Already texting my book club about it!