A quick and enjoyable read full of twists that’s hard to put down. The book is written in the perspectives of two characters - Madeline (4 years ago) who was murdered days after her wedding day and Rebecca (now) who desperately is trying to figure out who the killer was. Her main suspects - Benjamin, Madeline’s husband and Gwen her best friend who are now engaged to each other.
I thought I had figured out a few twists early on however I’ll happily admit I didn’t have it all figured out.
I would recommend this book to those who enjoy a psychological thriller and I look forward to reading more from the author.

This was a good book- very addictive and easy to get swept up in. I absolutely loved the short chapters and alternating timelines. It was a bit of of slow burn until about 60%, and then it took off but in a great way. My only issue was that I was able to predict the first twist at the 60% mark- and then the twist after that at about 85/90%.
Still, it was quite fun and kept me entertained.
Many thanks to the publisher and to NetGalley for the ARC.

Wealthy social media influencer Madeline Hughes was pushed off a cliff just days after her marriage to the handsome and seemingly perfect winery owner Benjamin. But looks can be deceiving, and maybe Benji isn’t as on the up-and-up as he looked, considering he’s now engaged to Madeline’s former bestie Gwyn. Although no one was ever arrested for what happened to Madeline, a mysterious woman named Rebecca is convinced that Benjamin or Gwyn had something to do with it, and she’s keeping them under very close surveillance. After all, you know what they say when a woman meets up with foul play, right? It’s always the husband.

The talented Jessica Payne takes the revenge thriller and turns it on its head! Who is Rebecca and what does she want? What secrets was Benji hiding? Who might have wanted Madeline dead? This twisty tale is fast paced and chock full of red herrings and misdirection to keep you guessing. The secret to Rebecca’s identity is a stunner, but Payne doesn’t stop there – she keeps bringing the action with even more twists to keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end!

Perfect for fans of The Drowning Woman by Robyn Harding and If You See Me by Audra McElyea! Many thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture, and Thriller Book Lovers Promotions for providing me an advance copy of this book.

This was my first read by this author and I loved it! So many twists and turns, characters you just couldn’t trust, I just loved it!! The big twist wasn’t a total surprise but this didn’t detract from my enjoyment of the novel!

When a wife goes missing or is found murdered, everyone turns to the husband. When Madeline disappears on a camping trip it seems like maybe her new husband, Benji (Benjamin) is the culprit. I've read one other book by this author so far and I really enjoyed it, and I couldn't wait to dive into this one when I saw it. Another 5 star read for me. While I did predict the big twist, I still enjoyed the story and the characters. It wasn't completely obvious, so there was always a doubt in the back of my mind if I was right or not. Turns out I was, but I really enjoyed reading the story unfold. And of course, there were a few twists that I did not predict. A very enjoyable thriller!

Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for a digital copy in exchange for my honest review.

Where do I even begin? This was my first book by Jessica and let me to you it was not a disappointment!!! I immediately went and added her other books.

This was one heck of a ride. It starts out with a bang and ends with you gasping. The dual timeline was very well written. You are instantly sucked into this story and are invested. One minute you love the characters and the next you are cursing at them in your head. I thought for sure I knew who it was but was I wrong. Then another plot twist and I’m left with my head spinning. You need to add this book to your list NOW!!!

Jessica Payne is a master storyteller and she has a unique ability to lead her readers astray in the absolute best of ways. Never Trust the Husband is a fun read about revenge, friendships, relationships, and justice. With dual narrators and dual timelines, I had myself convinced that I had this book all figured out until BAM! Payne pulled the rug out from under me and I was giggling with delight at being totally duped.

Payne took your basic revenge and quest for truth plot and turned it upside down, making it wholly unique and utterly thrilling. I had no idea who I could trust, who the real Rebecca was, or how all the pieces fit together. Was Benji a cheat and liar? Was Gwyn sabotaging Maddy behind her back and stealing her husband? Was Maddy murdered or the victim of a terrible accident?

This was a fun one and totally binge-worthy. The alternating timelines and mystery surrounding Rebecca kept me flipping pages and wanting more.

After absolutely loving The Good Doctor, Payne has quickly made herself an auto-read author for me and I can't wait to see what she comes out with next!

Thank you to Thriller Book Lovers Promotions and Bookouture for the copy!

WOWOWOOWOWOWOWOWW.

Did I stay up until 2am in order to finish this? YES
Did I try to even go to sleep? YES
Did this keep me awake? YES

What a thrilling tale of intrigue and mystery that literally left me needing to finish just one more chapter until the end. I could not put this down and trust me, I tried. I just couldn't stop trying to figure out who was responsible for Maddy's demise only to get twisted around like a washing machine. Read this and get as twisted as I did, it's one hundred percent worth it!!

I am always on the edge of my seat with a Jessica Payne novel.

Three years ago famous influencer Madeleine Hughes fell over a cliff on her honeymoon. Now Rebecca wants to find out if Maddie’s Husband is the one who killed her.

This book had me on the edge of my seat. It is a medium paced thriller with so much going on. You never know who are you going to believe.

We get a dual POV with Rebecca and Maddie and their different experiences. It’s always a good book when I don’t expect the twist and I did guess this one.

Wow! Wow! Wow! Jessica Payne knocks another one out of the park! She is truly an amazing author. This book was packed with tension, twists and fabulous reveals. Storyline was totally captivating. I was hooked from the beginning and stayed up long into the night flipping pages.
Thank you NetGalley, Jessica Payne and Bookouture for the opportunity to read and review this cracker of a book.

Hold onto your champagne glasses, folks! Jessica Payne's "Never Trust the Husband" is the rollercoaster of a thriller you never knew you needed. This book isn’t just a story; it’s a wild ride through Suspenseville with a pit stop at Drama Junction!

Set in a swanky glass house in Seattle (because, let's face it, nothing says ‘I’ve got secrets’ like a house everyone can see into), we follow a story that’s more twisted than a pretzel. Our narrator is the kind of sneaky, shadow-lurking character you can’t help but love. She’s watching the new golden couple, Benjamin and Gwyn, and oh boy, the tea she’s spilling is hotter than your morning latte!

Payne’s writing is like that friend who always has the best gossip – you know you shouldn’t listen, but you can't help yourself. She’s got a knack for making you flip the pages faster than pancakes on a Sunday morning. The way she weaves suspense with just a sprinkle of dark humor is chef’s kiss.

What’s really fun about this book is playing detective alongside our protagonist. It’s like Clue, but with more champagne and fabulous Seattle real estate. And let’s talk about the themes – jealousy, betrayal, and the kind of juicy secrets that make you say, “No way!” out loud.

In short, "Never Trust the Husband" is the book equivalent of binge-watching a thriller series. It’s a deliciously scandalous tale that serves suspense and shocks in equal measure. So, grab your coziest blanket, a big bowl of popcorn, and prepare to be entertained. And remember, in the world of Jessica Payne, happily ever after is just another plot twist away!

Thank you @jessicapayne.writer @thrillerbookloverspromotions @bookouture for the #gifted copy of this e-arc!

Buckle up buttercup this was a wild and twisted ride. I promise you, you will not be able to figure out the ending or who is who or who did what. Just when I thought I had it, another bomb was dropped which kept me guessing until the end. 🤯

We follow Rebecca who is trying to get even and find justice for the murder of Madeline. Madeline’s husband Benjamin seems quite suspicious as less than 3 years later he’s already married and settled in with Madeline’s best friend Gwyn. Who marries their best friends husband after her mysterious death? People who are sus. That’s who! So many things happen to make you question these characters, Ben’s business is not financially stable, Gwyn never seemed to be truly happy for Madeline and certainly they have questionable behaviors since the death. In the end you will find out just who really gets the feel good ending and it won’t be who you think!

Loved the unreliable narrator in the one and the ending and backstory was nice to get the full picture. I thought this was such a fun thriller that easily can be read in one sitting because man oh man it was addicting! I found myself reading just one more chapter because I NEEDED to know why all of these characters didn’t trust each other and what they were up to! Sign me up for the next Jessica Payne book! I can’t wait!

Good book! This book had a bit of everything! It had suspense, Action packed, intrigue, mystery, murder, revenge, a great who done it, great plot twist, and some crazy twists and turns! The storyline was very interesting and kept me glued to my Kindle!! I definitely recommend reading this book as it was well worth reading! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!

I have to say I ended up really loving this one. I love the dual timeline, where you are figuring out what is happening in the present and then back a few years, hearing the story of Madeline and her husband Benji. We find out that immediately after her wedding, Madeline is pushed over the edge of a cliff to her death.

We end up hearing the story from Rebecca, who is dead set on avenging Maddy's death, but we don't know who Maddy was "before." I do have to say that the only thing that kept this from a 5 star was that I guessed it about 35% through. However, I enjoyed the entirety of the book, Jessica Payne created an incredibly suspenseful setting that made you not want to put it down.

Thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture and Jessica Payne for the eARC of Never Trust the Husband in exchange for an honest review. Publication date for Never Trust the Husband by Jessica Payne is set for 05 March 2024.

Someone is watching Benjamin and Gwyn and plotting revenge on behalf of Benjamin's first wife, Madeline. "You didn’t get your happily ever after, and neither will they…"

This was a fun one! I really liked Payne's first book, The Lucky One, and thought Never Trust the Husband was a similarly enjoyable, escapist read. There were twists and turns galore, which made this unputdownable because I *needed* to know what crazy thing would happen next. I somehow missed reading Payne's last two books (?) and am planning to pick them up asap to read on my next vacation!

Every night Rebecca watches Benjamin and Gwyn in their beautiful Seattle home on the Puget Sound. She knows they killed Madeline and will stop at nothing to prove it.

Payne is one of my favorite authors and she delivers yet again. Her books are filled with twists that will have you questioning everything you think you know. This newest one features jealousy, friendship, money, power, and revenge! If you love thrillers with jaw-dropping twists, this one is for you! Clear your schedule for this one because once you start it, you’ll have to know what happens next. I give it 4.5/5 stars!

Finishing off 2023 with a 5⭐️👏
This psychological thriller/ mystery was addictive from start to finish. I couldn’t put the book down until I found out what happened. I loved how the story was told in 2 different timelines and how everything came together. Although I did see some twists, there were so many that surprised me. This book comes out in March and I highly recommend!!

Such a great premise! This is what I call a perfect mystery book. Interesting lead character and a story that keeps you jumping from one possible theory to another. You really feel for this woman who has been severely wronged. This is an author I will be watching.

This just didn’t do it for Cover said it was going to be “a totally gripping psychological thriller packed with twists”. It was more of a romance loaded with jealousy and suspicion. It was NOT a psychological thriller that’s for sure. The characters were flat and none of them were likeable. The only thing I did really like was the imagery. Thank you to Netgalley for an advance copy.

I loved this book! The twists were great! I would absolutely recommend this to anyone wanting a quick, wild ride!