Don't trust her by Adriane Leigh.
I loved the cover and blurb of this book. I really enjoyed this book. From page one I was hooked. I couldn't put it down. I listened to it on kindle unlimited. The story is between Genevieve and Adeline. Twisty and gripping. Lots of red flags. I was very surprised with the ending. I did not see that coming. Definitely recommend.

DON’T TRUST HER by Adriane Leigh is a contemporary, adult, psychological thriller focusing on Genevieve Moreau-DuPont, and the au pair Adeline.


Told from dual first person perspectives (Genevieve and Adeline) including present day and memories from the past, DON’T TRUST HER follows Genevieve Moreau-DuPont, wife and exasperated mother of two, as she struggles in her daily life to care for her children, and look after the house. Married to a prominent architect who is rarely home, Genevieve is desperate for help, and hires Adeline, who quickly becomes a source of contention for Genevieve and her husband Alexandre but as the story begins to unfold, not everything is as it appears to be. Genevieve begins to suspect her husband is unfaithful, and the au pair is adding fuel to the already simmering fires.


The world building focuses on the early life of one young woman as she struggles in the wake of debilitating dysfunctional family dynamics. As Genevieve battles to maintain her day to day tasks, her life begins to spiral out of control, while Adeline becomes disheartened as she finds herself taking on more responsibilities for a family that is not her own.


DON’T TRUST HER is a story of secrets and lies, mental and emotional illness. The premise is dark, dramatic and intriguing but several issues are never addressed, or lost in the melee that is a decent into madness; the characters are embattled and determined, broken and lost.


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Don't Trust Her is the second I've read from Leigh and it's definitely my favourite to date!

Where do I even start?

I love a good cat and mouse chase, I mean who doesn't? But this was something else! I was obsessed!

The pace was perfect, a little slower than expected at times, but for me this just added to the nail biting tension as I prepared to expect the unexpected...OMG, I didn't see that one coming, not even an inkling...Wow! Excuse me why I scrape my jaw off the floor!

What a plot! Brilliantly twisty, told from dual POV with a great cast of imperfectly perfect characters.

I just finished reading "Don't Trust Her" and let me tell you, this book is definitely a must-read! The author did a fantastic job of keeping me on the edge of my seat the entire time. The characters were so well-developed and the plot twists?  I did not see them coming! The way the story unfolded had me hooked from beginning to end. Plus, the writing style was easy to follow and really drew me in. I couldn't put this book down! Overall, "Don't Trust Her" is a captivating thriller that will keep you guessing until the very last page. Trust me, you won't be disappointed with this one.

This was such a great and twisty psychological thriller and I have to say I didn’t guess the twist coming at all! The writing is pacy and I loved the dual narratives/points of view. I did finish this in two sittings because I could hardly put it down. Tightly woven, Leigh keeps her cards close to her chest as she weaves the narrative. I was totally invested and needed to know what was going to happen next.
If you love pacy psychological thrillers this one is definitely one to consider.

Don’t Trust Her by Adriane Leigh was a great suspenseful psychological thriller that will have you hooked from the very first few pages till the very end, especially as it is full of brilliant twists and turns throughout, that will have you guessing till the end. I loved it.

Great holiday read and I highly recommend it.

Big Thank you to NetGalley, Joffe Books for my ARC.

When Genevieve first meets Adeline, she thinks all her problems are solved. Adeline will be her au pair, her driver, her chef and her best friend. Adeline has other ideas.

Don’t Trust Her, told in the alternating voices of the two women, is impossible to put down. Genevieve, a totally unsympathetic character with a usually absent husband and two unmanageable children, is at first stronger. Then Adeline’s machinations begin to cause cracks in Gen’s carefully constructed façade. No spoilers here. This psychological thriller builds to a conclusion that will be a complete surprise. Put this on the top of your TBR list! 5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Joffe Books and Adriane Leigh for this ARC.

Don't Trust Her by Adriane Leigh was a gripping read that held my attention throughout.

The story's alternating POV structure worked brilliantly, giving me insight into both perspectives. This back-and-forth storytelling style kept the tension high and allowed the characters to develop in interesting ways. Each chapter added new layers, making me question who to believe and what was really happening.

The characters were well-established, and I felt their emotions and motivations were clearly defined. The mother’s struggles, her vulnerability, and her desperate attempt to manage her family life felt realistic, while the nanny's calculating and sinister presence added an unsettling edge.

I must admit that some parts of the plot initially felt stretched beyond belief. Certain details and situations had me questioning their plausibility. At first, I attributed this to cultural differences between UK and USA lifestyles, but once the plot twist was revealed, it all suddenly made much more sense. The twist was cleverly executed, tying together those seemingly exaggerated moments in a way that felt satisfying.

The finale was particularly intriguing, with a conclusion that almost had me flipping back through the pages to spot the clues I had missed. The story’s pacing and structure kept me engaged, and while some plot points pushed the limits of believability, the clever resolution made it worthwhile.

Overall, Don't Trust Her is a well-written, suspenseful read with strong character development and a cleverly woven plot. If you enjoy psychological thrillers with alternating perspectives and twists that make you question everything, this is one to add to your list!

Don’t Trust Her is a suspenseful psychological thriller that keeps readers hooked with its dark twists and chilling sense of unease. The story revolves around a seemingly perfect woman who opens her home to a new caregiver, only to realize too late that her helper has darker motives. The pacing is steady, and the tension gradually builds, creating a sense of dread as the plot unfolds. While the premise is intriguing and the character dynamics compelling, there are moments where the story feels a bit predictable, and some developments could have been explored further. Nonetheless, the suspense is maintained throughout, and the book offers an engaging, albeit sometimes unsettling, read. Perfect for fans of slow-burn thrillers with a twist.

**Rounded up from 3.5 stars**

A good read to start with but it got rather strange and unbelievable for me towards the end

3 stars

Thanks to net galley and the publishers for this arc

Right away this book was such an intense read, it had me hooked all the way through with its building danger and twists,

I want to start by expressing my gratitude to @netgalley and @joffebooks for the opportunity to read “𝘋𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘛𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘏𝘦𝘳” by Adriane Leigh ahead of its publication on March 13th.

This is my first novel by Ms. Leigh and, truthfully, I selected it on a whim as it was marketed as a “gripping and unputdownable psychological thriller” on Goodreads - it’s literally in the book’s title on the platform. Unfortunately, for me, I found myself putting this one down 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐭 and not wanting to pick it back up again, viewing the task as somewhat of a chore at times.

This was due, in part, to the characters, all of whom I found very unlikable - with the exception of baby Laurent. While this may have been the point, and though I realized at the end that my view of Alexandre was warped by the main character’s view of him, it made it difficult for me to fully immerse myself in the story and enjoy it.

While figuring out the big plot twist ahead of its unveiling doesn’t always impact my enjoyment of a book, in this case it did as I found myself disappointed. I guess I was waiting to be proven wrong and when that didn’t happen, I couldn’t help but let out a long sigh.

Overall, this one just didn’t work for me. If I had felt more connected to even one of the characters, maybe it would have been different.

I didn’t love it. I didn’t hate it. It was just 𝘰𝘬𝘢𝘺.

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Well I was not expecting that, it left me totally flabbergasted! Her husband is forever working so she hires a nanny to help but is she really there to help or hinder? A brilliant plotted and drawn drama that had me eagerly absorbing every word. I felt so much built up suspense building and it made me feel excited. The characters are well crafted and play their part well. The suprise twist at the end hit me hard and my jaw hit the ground!

When you are a mother with two young children and a husband working away the whole week, it can be very challenging. And then suddenly, out of the blue, the universe sends someone to help you out. Finally you will have some time for yourself whilst the au pair takes care of your little ones. 

You have to be careful who you let into your home though. Before you know it, your world is turned upside down.

This book gave me  sense of dread from the beginning. How is it possible you can almost conjure the right person at the right time. Smells fishy in my opinion.  Although this person seems perfect on the outside, they really have their own dark agenda. 

The dual perspective gives a voice to both mother and au pair, the first one growing more desperate and the second one more determined.

The intriguing story keeps you turning pages. Be ware, when you think you have seen the light, you haven't at all. The twist that is incorporated makes your head spin.

A gripping book that left me flabbergasted. 5 stars

Thank you

I usually love this author for the reason that the story is wild and crazy and the right side of too much. However, this one didn’t completely hit the mark for me. I really liked the idea of the plot, a split personality always hits. Maybe this is just because I am a mom but this was 80% someone saying they hate being a mom and all the horrible things that come with it and that was a little much. Indifferent about your kids while spilt into two different people, sure. Hating them the whole book then “realizing” you love them was not it. Anyways, still would read another by this author!

Thank you netgalley for the arc!

Well, I did NOT see that coming... Unpredictable is putting it mildly.

Genevieve is living a dream, so it seems. She meets Adeline at the school drop off, and impulsively invites her to become her au pair, as she's overwhelmed and needs help - lots of it! She's in a super wealthy gated community in Palm Beach, living in a mansion with everything she could possibly desire including a handsome architect husband. Except her husband commutes to Miami for work, staying there during the week, and only home on the weekends. What Gen doesn't know is that Adeline and her husband, Alexandre, have a past.

Adeline observes such an odd dynamic immediately. And this develops into so much more than the same old storyline of the husband and au pair. While it did start slowly, stay with it. It's hard to say more without spoiling things!

Thanks to NetGalley, Joffe Books and Adriane Leigh for the eARC.

Pub Date Mar 13 2025 #DontTrustHer #NetGalley

Thank you Joffe and netgalley for the opportunity to read this for an honest review.
I found this book confusing at the second chapter. I think it was the French aspect throwing me off. The verbiage was hard to follow for me. I’ve really enjoyed Adriane Leigh’s books so far but this wasn’t for me. Won’t stop me from checking out the next book she has though.

My review is going to list this as a 3⭐ read, but my actual rating is more like a 2.5⭐. I am rounding up because the writing style is accessible and a good fit for a psychological thriller.

Genevieve is a wealthy overwhelmed Palm Beach mommy. When she bumps into Adeline at her daughter's school, she believes she's met the answer to alleviate the stressors in her life. Finding the perfect au pair just when you need her most; what are the odds?

Adeline is a woman with an agenda all her own. Her ultimate goal is to get closer to "the one that got away", how delicious is the idea of living right there in his pool house, caring for his children, biding time until she can push all the buttons to get a divorce in the works.

The character development is reasonably strong with the story being told through alternating POVs between these women. The tropes here have been done to death. I expect to have to suspend belief a little when I read a thriller to enjoy it, but here it was too big of an ask. There was a lot that didn't make much sense (I won't list to avoid spoilers). However, my main issue was the mental health rep came across as dated and verging on playing into stigma which is just not it. It gave me the ick several times.

The current rating on this ARC is 4.20 as I write this so perhaps, I'm an early outlier. I do think this will fit the bill for those who are major fans of the genre or those who haven't read many psychological thrillers. I found the reveals to be predictable, but I've read stacks of thrillers and can feel those movie of the week vibes rolling in from a distance. Despite the easy-to-read writing, there was nothing that reinvented the wheel here.

Thank you to NetGalley and Joffe Books for the Advance Reading Copy for review. These are my unbiased opinions.

I really enjoyed this one it was full of suspense ans tension and I was kept guessing all the way through.

thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc. I absolutely loved this one! If you want suspense, this is it! I was on the edge of my seat and shocked at the twists and turns!