About this audiobook
Mountain Meadows, where domestic dreams turn into nightmares.
For newcomers Chris and Zoey Hamilton, the affluent community seems like the perfect location to build a life together. Instead, history repeats itself when Zoey vanishes without a trace—just like the previous homeowner five years ago.
Enter FBI Special Agent Victoria Heslin, known for her relentless pursuit of the truth. Her investigation uncovers a history of lies and betrayal festering beneath manicured gardens and picture-perfect smiles.
The more Victoria digs, the clearer it becomes: the secrets in Mountain Meadows run deep, and the greatest threats aren’t lurking in the shadows...they’re hosting dinner parties, attending parent-teacher conferences, going to yoga, and waving hello from behind their perfectly trimmed hedges. One of those polite, smiling individuals will stop at nothing to keep the past buried.
The Bad Neighbor is book 9 in the award-winning Agent Victoria Thriller Series by USA Today bestselling author, Jenifer Ruff. Each book features a unique investigation and can be read as a STANDALONE.
Early Praise for The Bad Neighbor:
“The Bad Neighbor by Jenifer Ruff is a gripping domestic thriller that kept me hooked and had me guessing until the very end. Highly recommend!” - H.K. Christie, Author of the Martina Monroe Series
“I say this every time I read a new Agent Victoria Heslin thriller, but this is the best one yet! The Bad Neighbor is a highly addictive read. Layers of mystery continue to unfold, keeping you guessing until the last page.” - USA Today bestselling author Audrey J. Cole
“The Bad Neighbor is a real page-turner. Great, nail-biting suspense, excellent writing, and a heart-pounding conclusion." – Addison Michael, author of the Mak and Wilton Thriller Series
Other titles in The Bad Neighbor Series (3)
Vanished on Vacation Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Ones They Buried Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The Bad Neighbor Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
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Vanished on Vacation Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Ones They Buried Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The Bad Neighbor Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
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202 ratings11 reviews
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Jul 16, 2025
I've listened to a few crime audiobooks but this one was different because the characters were so well fleshed out.
I definitely knew the author had done a great job when I absolutely loathed one of the characters (you'll know who I'm talking about once you start reading).
Plot wise, the twist wasn't insane or anything, but I was still entertained from beginning to end. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Jul 5, 2025
Easy read
Very much kept my attention. Loved the maun characters though one over obviously everyone was irritated by. Will read lots more in this series - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Jun 30, 2025
I didn't realize this is part of a series, but I like it. Not enough suspense, but if you're looking for a light read, this is a good one to immerse yourself in. I'll read the rest of the books in the series. - Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5
May 30, 2025
Very predictable. Parts of the story could have been used to make it more of a thriller than what it was. I'll still go to the start of this series and read these books as a way to pass the time. But I'll be able to put the book down. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Mar 3, 2025
I liked this book, however I didn't realize it was book 9 in the series. I always hate when I do this. I would have given it more stars except for the fact I didn't love the narration. Otherwise it was a pretty good story. - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Feb 20, 2025
Loved the writing and just enough suspense to keep you hooked without wanting to skip to the end? - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
May 15, 2025
Totally captivating, well read. Complicated plot which keeps the listener totally enthralled. I am partially sighed so listening is my go to........if the reader does not have the right voice then its a no go. In this case, the reader does a first class job.1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Jun 10, 2025
Stars for each:
Great story*
Great narrator*
No bad language*
No sex*
Kept my interest…didn’t want to stop listening* - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5
Mar 31, 2025
This is actually the first book in this series (& by this author) I have read. It sounded good and the blurb said it could be read as a stand-alone novel. I enjoyed it. I plan to read the rest of the books in the series now, but as a stand-alone story, it was still a good mystery.2 people found this helpful
- Rating: 1 out of 5 stars1/5
Jan 27, 2025
Wow. What a waste of time. Thankfully this is the only book I've read from this series. Can you imagine there are a bunch of them out there. Haha1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Feb 18, 2025
Very enjoyable. A good read. Thank you. I will read another starting at the beginning.1 person found this helpful
