I’m not honestly sure how I feel about this book. It was well written, for sure. But by the end I felt more confused than anything. I did somehow manage to finish it within less than twelve hours, but it left me with many unanswered questions. I didn’t get Alice’s motivations for the snide remarks, the looks of triumph. I know she “kinda” explains at the end but it still just didn’t make any sense to me why she’d do those things if she was truly just trying to help. I think if the book was longer and things were explained a bit more, maybe I’d see it. But toward the end it just felt really rushed. Probably not something I would read again.

Literally need to pick my jaw up off the floor. I was not expecting that ending at all! I am in pure shock. So many frightening twists and turns throughout. I was so scared for the characters, I felt sick, I was dreading the dangers that lay ahead.

Once you pick this up you will not be able to put it down. This is one of the best.

Sadie, Ted and their small family arrive at a remote house to spend Christmas. Their parents will join them. Sadie is desperate to mend their marriage, and is hoping for some alone time with Ted.
There is a knock on the door, and a woman almost forces her way into the house, making a beeline for Ted.
It is his ex girlfriend, and she has brought secrets into the house with her.

I really did enjoy this book, but I think Sadie had an overactive imagination regarding Alice's intentions.
At the end of the book, the tone is totally different to the body of the book - regarding Ted's nature.

However, I devoured the book within a few hours and feel that there is space for a sequel. Maybe?

Rosie Walker writes a very compelling and suspense filled book. I recommend.


Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for the opportunity to read this book.

Talk about surprises...twists and turns...red herrings and secrets. This talented author has written a page turner that kept me up into the early morning hours reading. None of the characters are really likable...they all seem to be "not who they say they are"...that being said, the characters keep the story moving quickly. Who invited the ex-girl friend? Why did she come? Who will end up not going home? These questions are answered eventually. This is a story that is fiction that could easily be nonfiction. Don't miss this. Thanks Netgalley.

When Sadie books a remote cabin in Scotland for Christmas for her and her family she hopes it will be a time for her and Ted to fix their marriage and bring the whole family together but as they barely make the cabin due to a major storm hitting the area they are both confused when there is a knock at the door and Teds ex girlfriend and her child are there claiming Ted has invited them for Christmas. As Sadie starts to doubt everything about her life is the truth much darker than she realises and is she in danger. A very dark read with a twist that I was not expecting. Loved it!!

Ex-Girlfriend by Rosie Walker // Thriller
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I picked this book up and read it in half a day… I truly couldn’t put it down. Rosie’s ability to paint a picture in your mind is absolutely phenomenal. As we follow Sadie, Ted, and their girls to the Scottish countryside, it’s impossible not to feel like you’re right there with them, hearing the same sounds, smelling the same air, and experiencing the same rustic holiday house unfold in front of you.

Enter: Alice, the ex-girlfriend, a juicy plot twist, who comes with an eerie air about her and a big secret. How did she get here? How did she know Ted would be here? And what does she want? I just knew I had it all figured out — but I couldn’t have been more wrong.

As told from Sadie’s POV, that of a wife, mother, therapist, and ultimately the glue that holds the family together, this book is sure to resonate with a large group of readers. Get your copy on May 3rd, 2024!