This book is crazy! I can’t even say anything outside of the synopsis except for adding names. Kirsty and Dougie should be going through the most exciting time of their lives - Kirsty is due to have a baby within the month, and as a midwife, she’s so excited to finally be on the other side in the delivery room.

All of that changes one day, when she sees Hughie Reynolds at the hospital. He’s a new anesthesiologist there, but Kirsty has known him for a long time. They were friends, then dated for awhile when they were in school, but Hughie wanted to have sex and Kirsty wasn’t ready. After she declined his advances, he vanished, just leaving her with a cruel note telling her that he never loved her.

Eleven years later, when she sees him, Kirsty’s first reaction is to hide. Her shock gave her the courage to go up to him and say hello, but Hughie seems confused. He has an English accent, his name is Barry, and he has no idea who Kirsty is. She KNOWS it is him, but everyone ignores her as being hormonal, even when things start happening that don’t seem right…

Then, all I can say is things get wild. The book is written as recordings from a documentary about Kirsty and Hughie, which I thought was fun. The ending had several good twists, and the story itself was a page turner. It is slightly hard to understand the Scottish brogue (no, I didn’t listen to the audiobook, I mean while reading!) but that’s a really small thing. Otherwise, this book was great and very original. 4.5 stars, rounded up.

(Thank you to Bookouture, S.E. Lynes and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my review. This book is slated to be released on January 6, 2025.)

I read this in one sitting. Plenty of twists and turns and a surprise ending. Looking forward to the next book by S E. Lynes.

WARNING - DO NOT PICK UP THIS BOOK IF YOU HAVE THINGS YOU NEED TO DO. EATING AND SLEEPING WILL BE IMPOSSIBLE. BREATHING WILL BE DIFFICULT.

Now that I've warned you, and you think you can cope with the utter brilliance that is The Perfect Boyfriend, then grab yourself a copy, a flask of coffee/bottle of wine, snacks, and a duvet and settle yourself in.

Every time I read one of this author's books, and I've been there right from the beginning (apparently, I qualify for an award and a big drink), I say it's her best yet. This is her best yet. Too many twists to keep up with without feeling dizzy and falling over, this book really will keep you guessing until lights out. And the EASTER EGG!! You need to have read Valentina to know what I mean, but it brought a little tear of joy to my eye.

But as much as I love this author and her brilliant, brilliant, pen, I have to give credit (a lot of credit) to Cath, for spotting what led to one of the reveal that really made my eyebrows touch my fringe! Nice one, Cath!

And a final tip.... If you're having surgery any time soon, you might want to foster a good relationship with your anaesthetist. You're welcome.

The Perfect Boyfriend isn't published until January 2025, but you can, and most definitely should, pre order it from Amazon.

Another fabulous read from this talented author.
I really felt for Kirsty, a caring and curious person who is not always believed.
I polished this novel off in two sittings and was rather sorry when i finished.
Excellent story, great characters, five stars from me.
Loved that little twist at the end.
My thanks to netgalley and the publisher for my copy.

I read this in one sitting and couldn’t put it down once I started it. The plot was unique and engaging and I was completely invested in all of the characters. It’s the best book by this author so far, and I’d strongly recommend it.

🗓️ Publication Date: 6th Jan 2025.

This book was suspenseful, a pacey page-turner and a thrilling read! My mind is literally blown with that twist it was phenomenal not to mention the other twists throughout the book.

It was genuinely unputdownable and I can’t remember the last time I said that about a book. It had secrets/ lies and everything else in between a perfect read for thrillers fans!

The characters Kirsty and Hughie I wasn’t a fan of Hughie at all, I found him to be horrible in so many ways. Kirsty I felt sorry for as the chapters progressed she felt like she was going mad!

Another fantastic book by S.E Lynes. I’d highly recommend this book to everyone it’s a must read for 2025!

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟stars