Alice is excited for a weekend getaway with her boyfriend, Finn, especially as they have had to keep their relationship a secret since he is also the CEO of her company. However, their cosy stay at a remote lighthouse bed and breakfast takes an unexpected turn when they discover they’re not the only couple booked for the weekend.

The book starts off strong, immediately establishing a suspenseful atmosphere with its ominous characters. From the first page, the tension is palpable, making it hard to put down. The plot is compelling and gripping, with the promise of a major revelation. However, the pacing slows in the middle, which detracts from the overall momentum. While there are intriguing plot twists, the ending feels rushed and somewhat unsatisfying, as it tries to tie up too many threads at once. Overall, it’s an engaging read, but it falls short of delivering a cohesive conclusion.

A shoutout to Net Galley for the ARC!
I wasn't expecting the final twist, but it was good. The whole time reading I was trying to solve the mystery and trying to figure out who Alice was. At first I thought Viv and Mac was just some unwanted house guest who were going to kill Finn and Alice. And I did not expect anything with Michael!

The Other Couple is a domestic thriller, where you start off in the dark and the character motivations and back stories are gradually trickle fed to you. Whereas, I did find the pacing too slow for me, it is typical of this sub-genre and did allow the book to culminate in a rather surprising twist.

It was interesting that we didn’t know the main character’s motivation at the start - instead she skulks around trying to do *something* of which is unclear. However, the downside is that it made it hard to bond with the characters and I felt rather dissociated from them.

There is absolutely nothing inherently wrong with this book; writing style is good, the plot makes sense. Therefore, my rating is purely down to personal taste, and you shouldn’t be dissuaded from trying it yourself. If you like slow-burn thrillers, then it will be a good fit for you.

I nearly gave up on this book as it’s very slow paced and a bit boring! I’ve never read anything by this author before until now but I wasn’t gripped. The characters were dull and im sorry but if 2 strangers appear in the middle of the night at the lighthouse I’m staying at I’m leaving!!
There’s a few twists along the way but not ones that shock you ones you kind of can see were coming!
If I’m honest the ending was a bit stupid and crap!

Thanks to netgalley

I loved this book so much. I read thrillers after so long and this one didn't disappoint. Loved the isolated setting of this book. Perfect chilly vibes for a thriller. I liked the writing style, of the author. How she maintained the tone of the story while flipping the perspectives is commendable. And the twist? I failed to predict it as usual. It was a page turner surely, the story, the secrets unfolded so amazingly I was not able to put it down and flipped through pages.

I went into this book with an open mind, since it’s the first book I’ve read by this author. Initially , The Other Couple pulled me right in with Alice and Finn wanting to have a romantic getaway when they realized they were “double booked” with another couple, Vivienne and Mac.
I found myself spacing out towards the 30% mark once the initial shock wore off when the couples realized they were staying at the venue. None of the characters were particularly likable and it’s hard to care what is going to happen to them once you realize everyone has a secret.
The Other Couple overall was very fast paced and had various twists and turns where you thought you had the plot figured out and then another reveal would happen. I just didn’t get into this suspense read as much as I wanted and I was determined to finish the book. It’s unfortunate that you need to complete a novel for unanswered questions as opposed to finishing a book from sheer enjoyment.

Despite being deeply in love, Finn and Alice must keep their relationship a secret. To spend some quality time together, they plan a romantic getaway. However, their plans are disrupted when another couple unexpectedly arrives at the property.

Overall, the plot was exciting, and the setting was captivating. While I found the book enjoyable, some drawn-out sections made it difficult to read. The story contained some satisfying surprises throughout, though, and I'm glad I finished it.

I particularly appreciated the detailed descriptions of the lighthouse and its surroundings, but unfortunately, none of the characters were likable.

Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for the free copy of the book.

The Other Couple by Tríona Walsh is a very twisty book which kept me interested all the way through. A clever story full to the brim with twists and turns so much so I didn't want to finish it.
The twists that this book keeps taking defiantly left me on my toes and wanting to know what was going to happen next. At one point I thought I had it all figured out and then the rug was pulled out from under me.

📚 PRE-PUBLICATION BOOK TOUR BOOK REVIEW 📚

The Other Couple By Trina Walsh
Publication Date: October 28, 2024
Publisher: Bookouture

📚MY RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
(Rounded Up To 5⭐)

📚MY REVIEW:

The Other Couple is a slow-burning domestic thriller, filled with secrets that will twist and turn and twist again throughout its pages, until its jaw-dropping conclusion comes together. This one really surprised me with its captivating plot and unexpected ending!

This story is told from the POVs of the two female MCs, Alice and Vivienne. However, the story centers around four main characters: Alice, her boyfriend Finn, Vivienne, and Mac. The setting is a remote lighthouse on the Irish Coast, and its remoteness and unforgiving weather play a big role in the telling of this story.

From the beginning, it is clear that every one of our main characters has some sort-of secret... and that none of them were being honest about who they were and what motivated them. Every chapter was filled with foreshadowing and hints that all was not what the reader thought it was....

The first half of the story was the foreshadowing slow burn, laying the foundation for what's to come. Somewhere around the halfway point, when the story took hold and the secrets started spilling, I legitimately COULD NOT read this book fast enough. I simply HAD to get the answers to all the questions I'd had about who these characters were and exactly what was going on. I needed to put the pieces together and figure out all the mysteries as Walsh unraveled them for me.

If you are a fan of domestic thrillers in remote settings, or books in which every character has a secret, you're going to absolutely LOVE the combination of those two things in this book! This was a clever and well-written read, with a really compelling plot and consistent suspense throughout. A big thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the gifted advanced e-copy of this book in exchange for my honest review, and to Bookouture for inviting me to be a part of this book tour!

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3.5 Stars. Good thriller that kept you hooked with twists (both predictable and unpredictable) sprinkled throughout. But, for some reason the end felt a little unsatisfying to me. I think it is my own personal preference though.

A Irish lighthouse, turned AirBNB, sets the right vibe for the thriller. I'm a personal fan of thrillers set in the Ireland, Scotland, and the northeast US. The short chapters, with multiple POVs (two women characters and an all knowing narrator), kept the story moving quickly.

Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for allowing me to read this book and give my honest review!

This author has a real knack for creating an atmosphere. From the very beginning, even from just reading the blurb I was braced.
We've got a couple, far away location and then a mysterious knock and strangers at the door. The tone was never more set for what's to come!
It's was a story where everyone has secrets and noone really knows what the others true motives are.

Immediately I was invested in the growing danger and suspense, it kept me on the edge of my seat all the way through.

The first chapter was full of promise. A couple is set to spend a romantic weekend in a converted lighthouse. The setting, the relationship the author quickly establishes between the characters...it's all perfect. Then another couple shows up claiming to have reserved the property for the same night and it goes downhill from there. Every person in that lighthouse is hiding secrets and/or plotting against someone else. The book drags from that point on and the characters are hard to emphathize with. Why would a woman who is unwillingly sharing a rental with complete strangers leave her purse unattended in the kitchen -- and then be shocked when things turn up missing?

I really enjoyed this just like I really enjoyed the other two books from the author, The Party, and The Snowstorm, and as with the other two found myself googling the real locations where the book is set.
An excellent twisty-turny read, so well written you can feel the fear, tension and suspicion from the characters.
When Alice & Finn arrive at their lighthouse hideaway both are looking forward to a relaxing weekend where they can be themselves away from the scrutiny of others in Dublin. Not long after they arrive an other couple arrive too and the whole weekend is upended and hidden agendas are uncovered. An excellent unusual plot that is nothing like you think its going to be. Another excellent read from this talented author.

Wow, what a ride! 🚀 The Other Couple had me glued to my seat with its thrilling twists and psychological tension. The story begins with what seems like a perfect weekend getaway for the protagonist and her boss, Finn, at a charming lighthouse keeper’s cottage on the rugged Irish coast. The anticipation builds as they try to keep their romance a secret—until an unexpected knock at the door shatters their plans.

Enter a rain-soaked couple who claim they’ve booked the same cottage. From that moment, the atmosphere shifts, and you can almost feel the tension crackling in the air. The protagonist’s heart races not just from the surprise visitors but from the dark secret she’s hiding and her desperate need for revenge. The stakes are raised as the plot unfolds, revealing that one of them might not leave the cottage alive.

Walsh does an incredible job of developing the characters, leaving you questioning their motives and true identities. The layers of suspense kept me guessing, and just when I thought I had it figured out, another twist threw me for a loop!

If you love psychological thrillers that keep you on the edge of your seat with unexpected turns, The Other Couple is an absolute must-read! 🏡🔍

Alice is having the perfect weekend in a lighthouse B&B with her boyfriend, Finn. That is until a knock at the door ruins their weekend. A random couple turn up saying that they are also booked there for the same weekend. The other couple may have reasons for being there but then so may Alice and Finn.

I liked the sound of this one as it sounded like an intriguing psychological thriller with an interesting setting. I definitely enjoyed the atmosphere and could picture the dreariness and the weather. Unfortunately I found, as much as I tried, that I could not fully insert myself into the story. It seemed overly long and dragged for quite a while until the plot started to pick up slightly.

Once the twists started my interest increased, however some seemed a bit random and by the end of the novel everything started to feel unbelievable. I didn’t connect to the characters and found some of the dialogue unnatural. Although I personally had a few issues with this thriller, it was no means a bad read. There is suspense and it is full of twists so would be worth a read for those that enjoy atmospheric, twisty mysteries. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this copy in return for an honest review.

The Other Couple is a suspense-filled thriller set at an isolated lighthouse in the Irish countryside. Alice and Finn are excited for a weekend away - a weekend in which they no longer have to hide their relationship and their true feelings. However, a few hours after arriving at their retreat, an unknown couple knocks at their door claiming that they had also rented out this location for the weekend. As they all accept staying there that night, Alice knows something isn't right. Who are these strangers? Why does it seem that they know more than they should? Then, when suspicious and potentially fatal things start occurring, Alice can't help but wonder if she is alone in this fight.

The Other Couple is well-paced and exciting, and there are plenty of unexpected twists. I didn't find the characters overly relatable or likable; however, I did appreciate their story. I really was surprised with some of the reveals, and I found the end to be quite satisfying. I'll for sure recommend The Other Couple to my fellow thriller/mystery readers.

Thank you to Bookouture & NetGalley for providing an advanced digital copy in exchange for an honest and independent review.

I was convinced that I had this book figured out about halfway through, but I was pleasantly surprised by how many twists and turns came in the second half! I did have a hard time getting into the book though and took a while for me to finally finish. Some parts of the ending were very well thought out but then some parts very felt sloppy and didn’t make sense at all.

The book starts off with an office romance (boss and employee), hiding from the public on a getaway when another couple unexpectedly says they’ve also booked the house and now the four of them are stuck staying with each other. They will eventually learn that they all are hiding secrets… You’ll be guessing who is telling the truth till the very end!

After having read THE SNOW STORM by Triona Walsh last year, I was so excited to learn I had been approved for the ARC of her newest novel, THE OTHER COUPLE! The premise had me hooked immediately, with its promise of sinister secrets, twisty twists, and the chance for revenge. The story is centered around a couple, Finn and Alice, who are looking forward to a much-needed getaway in a remote lighthouse, only to find their weekend disrupted by the unexpected appearance of another mysterious pair, Mac and Viv. As tensions slowly build among our four MCs, it becomes crystal clear that each of them is harboring long-held secrets, adding layers of suspense and intrigue as the plot moves forward.

I love Triona Walsh’s writing style and her natural ability to slowly build the tension through her expertly paced narrative. The chapters alternate between differing perspectives, namely those of Alice and Vivienne, helping the reader get glimpses into their mindsets and memories. Doing this not only helps us better relate to our characters, but enhances the suspense because we are left wondering what is the truth and what is merely deception.

I loved the setting being in Ireland at an isolated lighthouse, the harsh weather and tumultuous sea becoming characters of their own, perfectly mirroring the inner turmoil and unpredictable behaviors of our two couples. As I read and grew closer to the final half of the book, I had a hard time hypothesizing how it all might end. There is more than one twist, which I love, and the final twist is mind-blowing. I honestly did not see it coming. By the conclusion, secrets are revealed, our many questions are answered, and the puzzle pieces perfectly fall into place. I can’t wait to read what Fiona Walsh has in store for us in her next book!!

I want to thank NetGalley, Triona Walsh, and Bookouture for gifting me the ARC of THE OTHER COUPLE! It was such a privilege to read this before publication. And I appreciate you trusting me with an honest review!

Finn and Alice are going on their first getaway together. Alice works at Finn's company so they can't be public near where they live so they went away for a weekend where they could go out and be a real couple. They stayed at a lighthouse Air BnB. A night of togetherness and cuddles turned into Viv and Mac knocking on the door because of the "double booking." Finn let them stay in the guest room while they figured out the next steps.

It becomes clear that these two people are here for a purpose other than a vacation. Alice also knows she is there for reasons other than a "couple getaway." She has an agenda, but whose agenda will be completed this weekend, that's the question.

Thank you to NetGalley for sending me this arc for an honest review.
This book was a pretty good read although it was slow going for me. There are lots of twists that happen along the way. Truths we find out as they are revealed to the characters of the story. A statement was made in the book that let me know what the main reveal would be before it happened at the end of the book. Was it my favorite book? No, it wasn't but I can say I'm not disappointed by reading it.