Daniel Hurst delivers AGAIN! know I’m in for a captivating and twisty read with this author. The Husband was a great read with tension, a pace that’s just right and some clever twists! Highly recommend!

What a thriller! Really loved the two POV that changed every chapter! Loved the shorts chapters as well! It was a first time for me to see and "understand" the killer POV...and I really enjoyed it! I would definitely recommend it and I will read more from this author!

Jenny and Lachlan are long time spouses with two teenage children. Lachlan is almost living a double life, keeping secrets. Jenny starts noticing changes in her husband’s demeaner at the same time she sees similarities between the unsolved murder of a teenage girl 20+ years ago in Lachlan’s Scotland hometown taking place at the same time he was a teenager too. Jenny confronts her husband and figures the only way she will find out the truth is by taking him (& their kids) back to his hometown for the first time since he left. This story is told from a dual point of view of both Jenny and Lachlan which was intriguing to see both of their thought patterns throughout the story.
Unfortunately, this book was a lot slower paced and less thrilling than the other Daniel Hurt’s books I’ve read. I was looking for more shocking information and twists, but the first half dragged for me despite it being a breezy read. Also, none of the characters were likeable to me. Then I was completely drawn in during the last 20% of the book and absolutely devoured and loved the ending!
Thank you so much to NetGalley, Daniel Hurst, and Bookouture for the opportunity to read this ARC.

The Husband” started with an interesting premise but fell short of delivering the suspense and intrigue I expect from psychological thrillers. One major issue was the narrative structure. By giving Lachlan's perspective so early and in such detail, the central mystery was completely unraveled within the first few chapters. This left little room for suspense, as the only remaining plot thread was whether his wife, Jenny, would uncover the truth.

Unfortunately, the story struggled to maintain momentum. The stakes felt almost nonexistent—there was no tangible consequence or tension around what would happen if Jenny discovered Lachlan's secret. Additionally, Jenny’s character lacked depth. Her role seemed confined to being a devoted wife and mother, which made it difficult to connect with her or feel invested in her journey.

The pacing also worked against the book. The alternating perspectives between Jenny and Lachlan became repetitive, with Jenny’s mild confusion about her husband’s behavior and Lachlan’s brooding, violent thoughts offering little variation. As a result, the narrative dragged, and I ultimately found it difficult to stay engaged.

Perhaps if the author had introduced higher stakes—something urgent or consequential—or given Jenny a richer backstory, the plot might have had more weight. Unfortunately, as it stands, I DNFed this book at 40% because the story failed to sustain my interest.

Fast paced and chilling! My first read from this author and I was not disappointed! I also couldn't help but chuckle at the sweet irony of the ending really. I can't say more as to avoid spoilers, but I loved it! I will be reading more from Daniel! And thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!

This was another fabulous read from this author a very fast paced quick read with lots of twists and turns and secrets and lies.

Told from the points of view of the two main characters I couldn’t put this down once had started reading and pretty much read in one sitting

This would make a fabulous tv adaptation.

Loved this book it kept me on edge and didnt want to put it down. The ending was such a twisted but i feel like in a way there could be another part to this in the future dont want to give any spoilers. He has became one of my favs authors and loving his books. The book is so worth it and give it a try you wont be disappointed.

Easy 5 stars! This book had duel PPV between the wife and husband, which made it super interesting to see both sides of the story. The last 10 chapters had my heart just racing! It's such a good fast read.

4.5– thank you Bookouture for the early copy. I have always loved Daniel Hurst’s twisted brain and he has continued to amaze me in The Husband.

The story follows husband and wife Jenny and Lachlan, along with their children, Bonnie and William.

Jenny’s life is turned upside down when a friend suggests it’s strange that Lachlan has lived near two unsolved murder cases—one in his childhood village and another close to their home. As Lachlan’s temperament shifts, Jenny wrestles with a growing suspicion that he may be hiding something, possibly even guilty.

I read this book in 2 days and couldn’t put it down!

I am a huge fan of Daniel Hurst books. They always leave me wanting more and this one was no different. They are usually fast paced just the way I like my thrillers. Another great read that I would highly recommend.

Such a good read. Keeps you on your toes the whole time!! I could not put this book down!!! Can’t wait to read more by this author !!

I really enjoyed this and I really like the authors style of writing. It's simple, yet effective.
The story itself is a good one, believable, easy to read, but gripping.
I liked the characters, they were described well enough to know them, and I kind of guessed the ending, but that's ok, it didn't ruin it.
I will definitely read more by this author.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to Bookouture, Daniel Hurst and Netgalley for this ARC for my honest review.

Let me preface this by saying I love Daniel Hurst. This book however, fell flat for me. I found it slow paced without enough of the twists and turns I've come to love with psychological thrillers. The premise, of a seemingly perfect marriage unraveling has potential, and the author does a decent job of building tension. However the characters, specifically the FMC, feel somewhat one dimensional, and some plot points are overly predictable throughout the entire book. While some of the twists were interesting, they might not be as surprising for readers familiar with the genre. Overall, it was an enjoyable read, but it doesn't quite stand out in a crowded field of psychological thrillers. This would never deter me from reading more by Daniel Hurst however.

My first time reading Daniel Hurst and I’ll absolutely add him to my list of Thriller Writers.
The Husband was a very entertaining read with just the right about of suspense that kept me reading.
The story is told from the husband, Lachlan’s point of view and his wife Jenny's.
We find out what Lachlan is hiding before Jenny does and that added to the suspense. Both of these characters are unlikable but that added some realism to the plot. The ending did bother me as it seemed a tad. abrupt
Thanks to Netgalley and Bookature for providing this ARC to read and review.

Arc review

I’ve been absolutely dying to read a Daniel Hurst book for a while so when I got accepted to read the arc of his new book, I was so excited.

However, I am a little disappointed. While the plot remained mysterious, I found myself bored and disconnected to both the story and the characters.

It was interesting to read from the husband’s (killer) perspective. Seeing how his thought process worked, his reasonings and his own story of events. It added nicely to the tension and the mystery.

I also enjoyed reading the wife’s perspective too. Her coming to terms with her husband’s decisions, her mistrust and just finally discovering the truth about him.

The pacing was another element I found great. It started off slow, rightfully so and then slowly started to pick up until around 70% where it seemed to explode into action. It was tense finally seeing everything we’ve read from the husband’s perspective come to light.

In relations, I loved how it started, it felt very modern and realistic with the inclusion of a documentary sparking the whole interest in the previous murder. I could picture this perfectly.

With that, I will say the ending was a little bit underwhelming and very predictable. In fact, there wasn’t a single part of this novel that I hadn’t predicted. Which to me, can take away from the mystery and enjoyment side of reading.

But regardless, for my first Daniel Hursts book. I was captivated and hooked. The writing style, while simple, served its purpose. I do wish, there was more of a twist or reveal at the end. Just something to add to the tension a little more. But I still had a good enough time and curiosity to continue reading.

Daniel Hurst’s The Husband is a chilling and suspenseful domestic thriller that keeps readers questioning how well you can truly know the person you’ve married. The story masterfully unravels the layers of a seemingly perfect relationship, revealing the psychotic depths one partner is capable of hiding. The twists are gripping, the tension palpable, and the characters are well-drawn, making it impossible to put the book down. While a few moments felt slightly predictable, the overall pacing and psychological intrigue more than make up for it. A compelling read that earns a solid 4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you #NetGalley and #Bookouture for the #ARC

I am a fan of Daniel hurst and this novel reminds me of why I love his books so much. Lots of twists and turns that kept me guessing until the end

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I flew through this one. It’s a fast paced, easy read that keeps you engaged and turning those pages. For me it felt a little like reading back to front but it’s well done and it works. It’s a well developed storyline with well developed characters. I found the characters likeable enough. The outcome wasn’t what I expected and for me I needed more but maybe that was the intention. Having said that it’s a really enjoyable read and would definitely recommend.

Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for the opportunity to read and review #TheHusband

I really liked this book for the most part. Stars came off for the way it ended and the pace at times for me was dull.
However, the book was mostly fast paced and each chapter read made you want one more chapter. Told from two view points Jenny and Lachlan it has the reader wondering if we can trust those we love most and if the past can catch up to us even if we leave it far behind. I definitely recommend this book to the thriller lovers out there.

I’ve read a few books of this author, and enjoyed all of them! When I saw this one, I had to jump right on it, and it was just as good as the others. The vague synopsis is what pulled me in, and there isn’t much I can say outside of it.

This story deals with a family: Jenny and Lachlan, and their teenagers, Bonnie and William. A new true-crime documentary is taking the world by storm, and one night Jenny and Bonnie start watching the mystery of a 15-year-old girl who was killed in a tiny Scottish town, 25 years prior. When they realize it’s the same small town Lachlan grew up in, they ask him about the girl. He gets oddly angry, and says that murder is one the reasons he left that town and never went back.

That week, Jenny is out to lunch with friends, who are also watching the documentary. They have one friend missing though, Teri, who was killed in her home. When Jenny’s friend Elaine makes an offhand comment about how odd it is that two unsolved murders happened when Lachlan lived in the town, it gets Jenny thinking…that they should go to Scotland and see where Lachlan grew up. He’s furiously against the idea, but agrees when he realizes the trip would be beneficial for him with an issue he’s been having.

The book is written from the points of view of Jenny and Lachlan, and is a very quick story with a decent mystery. I wouldn’t say anything in it blew my mind, but it was written well and I really liked the ending. This is a great afternoon read, perfect for cozying up in front of a fire! Four stars.

(Thank you to Bookouture, Daniel Hurst and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my review. This book is slated to be released on January 20, 2025.)