The House We Grew Up In

The House We Grew Up In by Lisa Jewell unfolds as a poignant and compelling tale about family dynamics and the unspoken secrets that haunt us. Dive into the world of the Bird family, where idyllic appearances mask a life marred by tragedy and unresolved conflicts. This heart-wrenching and compulsive read from the #1 bestselling author of Then She Was Gone, The Night She Disappeared, and The Family Upstairs will keep you captivated from start to finish.

The Birds seem to be the perfect family — Lorelei, the whimsical and free-spirited mother; Colin, the steady and loving father; and their four children, Megan, Beth, and the twins Rory and Rhys. They reside in a picture-book cottage in the English countryside, where their lives unfold in a series of seemingly perfect days. However, during one fateful Easter weekend, an unforeseen and devastating event happens, creating deep fissures in the family's bond, an event so catastrophic that it becomes too painful for any of them to discuss.

As time passes, the Bird family fragments and drifts apart. Each member is left to grapple with their own sense of loss, guilt, and confusion. Years later, when the remains of their old family life come to the forefront, circumstances compel them to return to their childhood home. It is here, within the walls of the house they grew up in, that they must confront not only each other but also the very secrets that led to their downfall.

Lisa Jewell masterfully crafts a story that explores the complexities of familial relationships with her trademark sensitivity and insight. She delves into themes of love, loss, and the intricate ties that forever bind a family, no matter the distance or time that separates them.

Readers have been enthralled by The House We Grew Up In:

"I could NOT put it down!"

"What a fabulous, fabulous read. I honestly LOVED this book and I could not put it down."

"This book is so smooth and natural that I felt like I almost knew the characters."

"Incredibly moving, delightfully funny, painfully tragic."

"It's one of the very best books I've read this year."

The House We Grew Up In is a testament to Lisa Jewell's ability to capture the essence of human emotion and the enduring power of home. It is a story that will resonate long after the final page is turned.