Nothing Ever Happens Here
- Judith D Collins
- Feb 10
- 6 min read
Narrators: Brittany Pressley,
Stacey Glemboski, Petrea Burchard
Harlequin Audio
ISBN: 9781525836725
Publisher: Graydon House
Publication Date: 02/11/2025
Format: Other
My Rating: 4.5 Stars (ARC)
“A charming cast of characters, a twisty mystery, and a diabolical killer make Nothing Ever Happens Here impossible to put down. A riveting page-turner with a sly sense of humor.” —Robyn Harding, internationally bestselling author of The Haters
Nothing ever happens in small towns…
When Shelby Dawson survives a harrowing attack that should have left her dead, she tries to move past it—for herself, and for her family. Fifteen months later, with the help of her best friend, Mackenzie, she finally feels safe again in the snowy Minnesota town she calls home. But when an anonymous note appears on her windshield bearing the same threats her attacker made, Shelby realizes that her nightmare has only just begun.
As new evidence surfaces, and a group of well-meaning senior citizens accidentally makes the case go viral online, the situation quickly goes from bad to worse. And with suspicious accidents targeting those closest to her happening all over town, Shelby can’t shake the feeling that she’s being watched. Fighting to stay one step ahead of disaster, she finds herself asking the question on everyone’s lips: Who attacked her that night?
But Shelby isn’t the only one with questions. Mackenzie’s husband, Leo, vanished without a trace on that terrible night, and over a year later, no one knows why. Until a deep dive into his finances reveals a history of debts, mismanaged funds, and hidden accounts—one of which is still active. Their suspicion that Leo is still alive only complicates things further, though, and when another person connected to Shelby goes missing, she’s caught in a race against time before her attacker becomes a killer.
Praise
"A phenomenally well-crafted suspense, Nothing Ever Happens Here astounded me. I was captivated by the intriguing characters, hooked on the mystery of a missing man and an unknown assailant terrorizing the residents of a small town, and floored by the shocking twists and turns. Seraphina Nova Glass expertly creates a story so startling that it will make you question everything. A magnificent read."
— Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today, Amazon Charts, and #1 internationally bestselling author of Hello, Juliet
"Nothing Ever Happens Here is a twisty, propulsive read. At once decidedly heartwarming and darkly disturbing, Seraphina Nova Glass has done it again. I loved it!”
—Kaira Rouda, USA Today Bestselling Author
“A charming cast of characters, a twisty mystery, and a diabolical killer make Nothing Ever Happens Here impossible to put down. A riveting page-turner with a sly sense of humor.”
—Robyn Harding, internationally bestselling author of The Haters
"A writer to watch."
—Publishers Weekly
"Seraphina has once again proven she’s a master of domestic suspense. No one weaves a twisty, dark tale quite like her...I highly recommend this propulsive thriller." - Amber Garza, author of When I Was You on The Vanishing Hour
"Glass weaves a taut web of suspicion, murder and revenge in this chilling tale. Sinister characters and blind ends increasingly heighten the tension until the harrowing final climax. Add Someone’s Listening to your must read list!”
— Liv Constantine, internationally bestselling author of The Last Mrs. Parrish
“Unputdownable. I found myself suspecting everyone at some point. Twisty, original and a must-read—highly suspenseful and cleverly written.”
— Karen Hamilton, bestselling author of The Perfect Girlfriend, on Someone's Listening
"In Such a Good Wife, Seraphina Nova Glass weaves a deliciously dark tale starring Melanie, a loving and overworked mother and wife having an affair with the handsome Luke…until he turns up dead. If you think you've figured out the culprit, think again. A sly and pulse-pounding murder mystery set in steamy Louisiana."
— Kimberly Belle, internationally bestselling author of Stranger in the Lake
“Seraphina Nova Glass’s twisty...thriller plunges the reader into a dark, compelling world of lies, adultery and murder. Bold, racy and masterfully plotted, Such a Good Wife kept me guessing from the very first page to the scorching, jaw-dropping conclusion.”
— Rose Carlyle, #1 internationally bestselling author of The Girl in the Mirror
"Get this book when it comes out, read it, then ask everyone you know to make it into a movie! In case you can't tell, I am EXCITED ABOUT THIS BOOK!"
— Imogen Church, audiobook narrator
"A twisty thriller in the vein of The Girl on the Train."
—Bustle
“Welcome to the ‘burbs…except you won’t find much peace and quiet here. Brighton Hills is packed with secrets, lies, grief, and deceit, all of which make ON A QUIET STREET a brilliant and twisty tale. You’ll be wondering who did what and to whom, who’s telling the truth or feeding you lies, and you’ll shift your allegiances faster than a tennis match. A fast-paced, highly-enjoyable and compulsive read that may well make you look at your entire neighborhood a little differently…”
— Hannah Mary McKinnon, internationally bestselling author of Never Coming Home
Other thrillers from Seraphina to keep you up all night:
The Vacancy in Room 10
The Vanishing Hour
On a Quiet StreetPraw
Such a Good Wife
Someone’s Listening
My Review
Master storyteller Seraphina Nova Glass returns following The Vacancy in Room 10 (top books of 2024) with her latest twisty whodunit thriller, NOTHING EVER HAPPENS HERE. The novel is filled with quirky characters, witty senior sleuths, a mystery, a podcast, and a spine-chilling atmospheric snowy winter Minnesota setting, all woven into an engaging plot that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
About...
Shelby Dawson, a resilient survivor, is on the path to recovery after a traumatic, violent attack over a year ago at a coffee shop, where she was left for dead.
The same night, her best friend, Mack's husband Leo, goes missing. Are the two connected?
Shelby tries to move on and then begins to receive sinister messages on her car, cryptic notes that suggest her attacker is still out there, taunting her and threatening her safety.
Meanwhile, she works at a senior assisted housing (The Oleander), and they begin working together to solve the mystery. These tenacious, funny seniors soon go viral with a podcast, which becomes a crucial tool in their investigation.
A missing husband and a potential killer on the loose. What is happening in this small Northern Minnesota town, and how do the pieces connect?
My thoughts...
NOTHING EVER HAPPENS HERE is captivating, unpredictable, intense suspense with a cozy feel with the mystery and the memorable fun senior sleuths.
I laughed as I recently moved to an independent senior living facility on Oleander Street. I love stories that involve seniors as they are resourceful with active minds, and this twist adds to the narrative.
While this book is a little different than her last, Glass is a pro, and I enjoy how she blends dark, twisty psychological thrillers with fun and well-developed cozy characters with humor and wit.
The charming cast of seniors, particularly Florence, injects delightful humor into the story, making it a truly entertaining read. The narrative is action-packed, with a chilling small-town atmosphere, and filled with twists, misdirection, and clever surprises.
Recs...
The thriller is for fans of the author and those who enjoy small-town stories and cozy mysteries with humor and memorable senior sleuths.
I look forward to listening to the audiobook version narrated by Brittany Pressley, Stacey Glemboski, and Petrea Burchard.
Thanks to Graydon House and NetGalley for sharing a digital reviewer copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
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My Rating: 4.5 Stars
Pub Date: Feb 11, 2025
About the Author
Seraphina Nova Glass is an assistant professor of instruction and playwright in residence at the University of Texas, Arlington, where she teaches film studies and playwriting. Her novel On A Quiet Street was nominated for an Edgar Award, was a New York Times Summer Read, an Amazon Bestseller and Editor’s Pick, and also featured in the Boston Globe and Bustle. Publishers Weekly has named her “a writer to watch.” She’s also an award-winning playwright and holds an MFA degree in dramatic writing from Smith College and a second MFA in directing from the University of Idaho. She is a proud dog mom and loves to travel the world with her husband. She resides in Dallas, Texas. WEBSITE
