This is another cracker of a thriller by the author. I always go back to his books as they are so easy to read and get engrossed in. The story in this one drew me in as crime documentaries are so popular now and found it very well written and enjoyed the twists! After discovering the author through netgalley two years ago I always look forward to reading or listening to his books. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for this arc.

The Husband by Daniel Hurst is another 5-star read by one of my favourite authors.
Jenny is married to Lachlan for the last twenty years and they have a happy marriage. Except for when they want to talk about his troubled childhood. Where he lived in a small town in Scotland, so when Jennie and her daughter Bonnie watch a true crime documentary about a girl called Paisley who was murdered in the nearby woods in a remote village is Scotland Lachlan demeanour soon changes, and Jennie doesn’t know why. Someone was accused of her murder by later released. The killer was never found Jennie decides they want to take a holiday and wants to visit the village, but Lachlan is so against it. Until they find out that the village is the same one Lachlan group up in. Jennie is adamant to find out why her husband left 24 years ago and never returned.
This is another gripping tense thriller from the very first page. I was hooked As Jennie delved into the mystery of the girl was killed and why her husband was hiding secrets from her. I couldn’t put this down I read it in one sitting. I loved every minute of it. I can’t wait for more.

Another fab one from Daniel. So readable and addictive.

Great simple plot and book you can just escape and read in one sitting. Great pace.

From the chilling opening scene, 'The Husband’ grips the reader with an iron fist. Daniel masterfully builds suspense, weaving a labyrinthine plot of deceit and betrayal. Each chapter reveals a new layer of intrigue, leaving the reader breathlessly turning the page. The characters are complex and morally ambiguous, making it impossible to predict their actions. The ending, while unexpected, is both satisfying and chilling, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page is turned.

Will continue to read all his books.

Jenny has been married for twenty years to Lachlan and they have two children together, Bonnie and William. Their daughter Bonnie is leaving soon for university soon. Jenny and Bonnie watch a true crime TV show about an unsolved murder that happened in Scotland where Lachlan was brought up. The family are desperate to visit where Lachlan lived, but Lachlan doesn't want to return to his hometown.

This story is told from Jenny and Lachlan's perspectives in alternating chapters. We are told what Lachlan's secret is quite early on, but his past is quickly catching up with him. It was a bit predictable in parts, but I think that was due to us knowing what Lachlan had done. I was quickly pulled into this story and I read it in one sitting.

Published 20th January 2025

I would like to thank #NetGalley #Bookouture and the author #DanielHurst for my ARC of #TheHusband in exchange for an honest review

First I want to give my thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture and Daniel Hurst for allowing me to read this ARC!

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐.5/5

Description:
Lachlan seems like the perfect husband and father kind, devoted, and protective. But beneath the facade lies a dark secret he is desperate to keep buried. When the family makes an unexpected detour to Carnfield, cracks begin to form in Lachlan's carefully constructed life.

What is he hiding? Why was he so adamantly against visiting his hometown? As the past resurfaces and the walls close in, his true face begins to emerge and its more terrifying than anyone could have imagined.

A chilling tale of deception, betrayal, and unrelenting suspense, this book will make you question how well you really know the ones closest to you. Can a man with everything to lose truly keep his mask intact?

Review:
The story is undeniably fast-paced, with writing that hooks the reader from the start. The storyline keeps you turning the pages, eager to see what happens next. However, while the plot is engaging, it lacks the kind of shocking twists that elevate a thriller. The ending, though satisfying in its resolution, leans toward being somewhat predictable.

One potential enhancement could have been a deeper exploration of Lachlan's character. Perhaps a twist involving plastic surgery to disguise himself as Angus or someone else, allowing him to reclaim his life and his children, would have added an unexpected layer to the narrative. Additionally, the portrayal of Lachlan as a serial killer could have been more convincing if his actions included more murders beyond those of Paisley and Teri. The gap in his crimes leaves a sense of untapped potential in his character arc and the overall suspense.

Despite these elements, the book remains an engaging read, particularly for those who enjoy a briskly-paced story with compelling writing. It's a solid read, though it could have benefited from a stronger focus on unpredictability and character depth.

Daniel Hurst delivers yet another gripping thriller with The Husband. This fast-paced novel had me hooked from the very first page, and I found myself unable to put it down. The story is intense and thought-provoking, leaving me constantly questioning how well I truly know the people in my own life.

Hurst masterfully builds suspense, weaving a tale filled with twists and turns that kept me on edge. If you’re a fan of psychological thrillers that challenge your perceptions and keep you guessing until the very end, The Husband is a must-read.

OMG! What have I just read! This book is amazing!!! I loved the storyline, I loved the characters, the good ones & the bad ones. There's so many twists and turns, this book will have you staying up reading well into the night. I read this in one sitting. Definitely 5 stars from me ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The Husband is a fast paced thriller. It was pretty good, but was kinda disappointed there wasn’t any big twists in it like Daniel Hurst usually has in his books. I gave it 3 stars for this reason.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

Lachlan seems like the perfect husband; he is attentive and dotes on his family. He is hiding a secret, though. When his wife and daughter become interested in a documentary about a cold case in the small village he grew up in, how far will he go to protect his secret? This is a good book, if a little predictable at some points.

Jenny has the most perfect life until a new documentary series comes out that has her daughter curious about the small town where her husband grew up and the unsolved murder that happened there 25yrs ago. You’ll love this book and how the story unfolds.

First of all, thank you Netgalley for an ARC of this book.

I must say that this is a typical popcorn thriller - if you want something fast paced and easy to follow, this may be the one for you. Not much brainstorming requested as the main twist is discovered at the beginning of the story. That made me wonder what would happen at the end when there is the usual plot twist. Unfortunately not much which is why i stay with 3⭐️ rating - as it was ok read for entertaiment but felt little rushed and with no big wow twist.
Perfect as a palate cleanser between more gruesome books.

Unfortunately I was not able to finish this book.
I was so excited to read this as some of his other books have been amazing, but this one disappointed.
I found myself not wanting to pick my kindle up to read so I chose to read a different book.

Thankyou to bookouture for allowing me to read this ARC.

Daniel Hurst’s book The Husband is the story of a family of four – one of them has deep, dark secrets. For Jenny she thinks her life with her husband Lachlan and their two kids is the perfect life. Until one night Jenny and her daughter Bonnie watch a documentary. What they find out will change their lives forever. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat until the end. I voluntarily read and reviewed a complimentary copy of this well-written thriller about secrets, family, and mystery.

this story follows married couple, lachlan & jenny and their two teenage children, bonnie & william. it is told in dual pov and we get to see both lachlan & jennys thoughts. in an effort to make the most of their time together as a family before bonnie goes to university miles & miles away, jenny suggest taking a trip to scotland, lachlans home town. as innocent as it may seem, jenny has an ulterior motive.. she wants to find out why her husband is so closed off about everything to do with his childhood, his hometown & why he left the country at such a young age..
this book is what i would describe as a filler thriller. it wasn't the best thriller i've read but it isn't the worst either. it's something i'd recommend to pick up if you're rushing to reach your reading goal or if you just want something quick & easy to read.
i spent the entire time waiting for a twist to happen but it didn't, it just wasn't one of those mind blowing, wtf moment kind of thriller & that's okay! it was partly my fault for expecting it to be more of a psychological thriller.
i definitely prefer other books written by daniel hurst & would still recommend him as a good thriller author! thank you to netgalley for sending me an e-arc! "the husband" releases 20/01/2025

This author is one of my go to authors but this book was different - I suppose as you knew the killer up front but I also felt that the ending was a bit predictable. Saying all of that it was a great way of spending the afternoon.

How well do you really know the man you married? Jenny thought she knew her husband Lachlan but, in this marriage, appearances are deceiving. This was a quick read told from the POVs of Jenny and Lachlan. I enjoyed this book and will read Daniel Hurst again. 3.5 stars for me. Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for the ARC in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Publication Date: January 20, 2025.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture Publishing for providing me with an ARC of The Husband by Daniel Hurst.

This dual-POV thriller, set primarily in Scotland, takes readers into the lives of the Ferguson family. The story unfolds with the husband harboring secrets about his past, particularly tied to his hometown—a place he adamantly refuses to revisit. His wife grows increasingly curious about his reluctance, especially as a new documentary series airs, delving into a 25-year-old unsolved murder in the same town. As the series progresses, tension rises, and someone becomes increasingly anxious about their long-buried secret being unearthed.

While the premise was intriguing, and the pacing kept the story moving quickly, this book landed at ⭐️⭐️⭐️ for me. I found it less gripping due to the early revelation of the killer’s identity, which took away some of the suspense I typically enjoy in thrillers. That said, it’s an entertaining read for those who prefer character-driven tension over a classic whodunit mystery.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the chance to review this book.

I have to say, after enjoying several of this authors books I was so excited to get approved for the ARC but this one fell flat for me.

I stopped reading at about the 30% mark because found myself not connecting with the the characters or storyline at all.

With finding out the critical and "thrilling" information early on, I realized now that I knew what the husband did, I didn't really care what happened when the family found out.

I would have loved to see more on Lachlan 's psyche. That would have added so much compared to just surface level.

If someone likes a mystery without a lot of twists and a very slow build up they will love this book, I just prefer a much faster pace.

My thanks to Bookouture and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read ‘The Husband’ written by Daniel Hurst in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

A true crime documentary is being shown of Paisley Hamilton who was murdered twenty-five years ago in Carnfield, Scotland, and Jennie is keen to watch it as her husband Lachlan was born in the same village. As he’s always refused to talk about his childhood she thinks of a way to take the family on a trip there and find out what he’s hiding, but when he starts acting erratically she fears she could be putting herself and their children in danger.

Despite being ill I couldn’t stop reading ‘The Husband’ as it was so exciting I was desperate to know what was going to happen next. The story is told in alternate chapters by Jennie and Lachlan and although we’re told early on of his secret it doesn’t detract in any way from my enjoyment of the plot. The depth of the characters builds up nicely with the tension gradually increasing until it reaches the conclusion that is a little unusual but gripping nonetheless. This is another excellent thriller from Daniel Hurst, one of my favourite authors, and I have no hesitation in recommending it.

Hurst does it again! He takes us on a journey about a husband who has many secrets as women as his prey, all the while living a seamless life as a married man.