I already left my review on Goodreads , I rated this book 5 stars. From the first few sentences I was hooked. I enjoyed how this story was told through a few different people , but was easy to follow and how it all tied in. I kept thinking I knew what was going on and then a twist At just the right time world come along. Great book. My first by this author but will not be my last ! Thank you .

Paris Peralta is accused of killing her celebrity husband - who is thirty nine years her senior. Paris is arrested in her own bathroom, covered in blood, while holding a straight razor - a murder charge is most definitely in her future. As bad as this looks for this yoga instructor, this is the least of her worries. All the unwanted media attention surrounding this high profile murder case, Paris is afraid her past will finally catch up to her. Rewind to 1998, where Ruby Reyes, also known as the “Ice Queen” was convicted for a similar murder. Ruby knows who Paris really is - and when she is unexpectedly released from prison, she threatens to expose alll of Paris’ secrets. Because the only thing worse than one murder charge - are two murder charges.

This book was SO. DANG. GOOD!!!! I loved everything about this thriller. The parallel story lines, the past/present flashbacks, the plot *chef’s kiss* I was hooked from the first line (believe me, it’s a good one) Although, I had my suspicions, this book was executed wonderfully and I couldn’t get enough! Also, shoutout to the author for giving my name a shoutout. Kudos to you, Jennifer! This is my first book that I’ve read from Jennifer Hillier, and now I want to backtrack and read all her past novels. I personally love books with the Hollywood/celebrity premise - and factor in a crazy murder plot line - I can’t recommend it enough!

Thank you to NetGalley, Jennifer Hillier, and St. Martin's Press for an advanced copy of in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed this book. This is now my third book by our author, my previous two I did on audio so this e-read was a new way for me to experience our author and it did not disappoint. It is probably my favorite of the three I have read so far.

Goodreads tells us “When Paris Peralta is arrested in her own bathroom—covered in blood, holding a straight razor, her celebrity husband dead in the bathtub behind her—she knows she'll be charged with murder. But as bad as this looks, it's not what worries her the most. With the unwanted media attention now surrounding her, it's only a matter of time before someone from her long hidden past recognizes her and destroys the new life she's worked so hard to build, along with any chance of a future. - Twenty-five years earlier, Ruby Reyes, known as the Ice Queen, was convicted of a similar murder in a trial that riveted Canada in the early nineties. Reyes knows who Paris really is, and when she's unexpectedly released from prison, she threatens to expose all of Paris's secrets. Left with no other choice, Paris must finally confront the dark past she escaped, once and for all. - Because the only thing worse than a murder charge are two murder charges.”

I wondered about things the whole way trying to piece things together in this book. I was suspicious of every character and encounter and how they fit into the story. I think that indicates a good element of suspense and it held my attention the whole time. I never felt bored with the sorry and it had a fast pace but didn’t make me feel left behind either. It was a quick read but didn’t lack in content in my opinion. It had elements of crime, famous people, love, a true crime podcast, and yet never felt like there was too much going on. It was a very solid read.

If you are cautious of certain topics I would recommend you pull up potential triggers as there are some in this book. For example rape and both physical and emotional abuse.

Many thanks to St. Martin's Press and Net Galley for the ability and opportunity to receive an eARC in exchange for a honest review. This book is set to be released on July 19th, 2022 and I hope if you choose to read it you enjoy it also. I’m already hoping for another release by our author.

Pub date: 7/19/22
Genre: thriller
In one sentence: Paris Peralta is in hot water when she's arrested for the murder of her comedian husband - but she's even more worried about her past coming to light.

Jennifer Hillier is one of the best thriller writers working today! I love her complex stories with plenty of twists, and the last chapter of the book never fails to make me gasp. Her stories also suck you in from the first page, and this one is no exception. Paris clearly has tons of secrets, and they come out as the investigation moves forward. I managed to guess a few of the twists, but there was still plenty to keep me reeling. I don't want to say more for fear of spoilers - it's good to go into this one pretty blind!

This one reminds me of my favorite Hillier book, Jar of Hearts, and I'm betting any reader who liked that book will love this one too! 4+ stars.

Thank you to Minotaur Books for providing an ARC on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review!
Posted to Goodreads 2/6/22, to be posted to Instagram closer to pub date.

Things We Do in the Dark is an exciting thriller, written from a couple different perspectives. Paris Peralta is a yoga studio owner married to a much older famous comedian, and she is arrested for his murder when he is found dead in his bathtub. Drew is a podcast host in Canada, with interest in reviving an old case that might connect to Paris's mysterious past. There are flashbacks to an earlier time as well. This is an exciting thriller, with likable characters (and also some very unlikable ones) and a lot of twists and turns. I could see the biggest twists coming much earlier than they were revealed, but that didn't ruin the character-driven story for me. A very entertaining and fast read.

This drew me in and kept me interested even though I'd just gotten a book I was rather looking forward to, which, to my mind, is a particularly stellar endorsement.

3.5

I'll start off by saying Jennifer Hillier is my favorite, go-to thriller author, and I was beyond thrilled to receive the advanced reader copy of Things We Do in the Dark!

The story opens with the murder of famous comedian Jimmy Peralta and his much younger wife Paris, who is accused of and arrested for the crime. Told from multiple POV’s and multiple timelines, this thriller delivers some twists and turns as well as confronts dark and disturbing subject matter.

While I enjoyed this story, it was not my favorite. It may have been my expectations, because I'm usually so engaged while reading her books, but I found this to be more of a slow burn and was not really invested until closer to the end. It did wrap up neatly and brought it all together, which was very satisfying.

Thank you so much to St. Martin’s Press, Monotaur Books, and netgalley for my advanced reader copy. Things We Do in the Dark publishes 7/22/22, add it to your TBR list now!

I read all of Jennifer Hilliers books and this one did not disappoint! Complex, flawed, believable characters drive themes of child abuse, murder and money. Things, and people aren’t always what the pay seem.

Wow!! What a book. I loved every second of it, loved the characters, was blown awayyyy by the ending and never saw it coming. Sad it ended and can’t wait for the authors next book! Easy 5 stars.

Things we do in the dark by @jenniferhillierbooks
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5

This is my first books by Jennifer Hillier.. and Im so fortunate that @netgalley accepted my request to read this book .

What an impeccable read. My mind was blown . My heart was in places I never knew was possible while reading. This book was both dark and gripping . It was absolutely unputdownable.

This story contains sensitive subject matter . It contains graphic scenes of murder, suicide, child abuse, sexual abuse and lots of strip club scenes .
Seriously. This needs to be made into a movie immediately. As enthralled as I eas I know there are others that will agree .

As Hillier immediately moves into a must read author position for me , I will definitely be reading more from her . This book just absolutely one of the best books I've read so far this year ( and I've had alot of 5 stars..) I'd love to give this one a 6 star.. if only my rating system was that aggressive)

While I enjoyed this book, it was my least favorable because of its predictably. Except for the main characters who turn out to be Filipinas. I don't think I've ever read a book with a Filipino in it before. Great choice. Like I said earlier, this is not my favorite but even a "bad" (and I use that term loosely), even a bad Jennifer Hillier book is pretty darn good.

Loved the storyline and the characters. I just didn''t like the complete predictability of who was the bad guy and how each characters story was going to wrap up. I would still recommend the book.

Jennifer Hillier has done it again! I know it. Wow,. I knew it would be hard to follow up her last book (Little Secrets), but she knocked it out of the park!
Things We Do In The Dark is an excellent psychological thriller! It is.told from multiple POVs and multiple timelines, which may sound a bit confusing but the way the author does it really keeps the book flowing at a great pace. There are twists and turns I did not see.coming in which was an in unexpected treat. I don't want to give.to much of the ot away, so I'll leave it at get this book! You'll be happy you did! And a big thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC.

Hillier does it again! She never disappoints and Thing We Do in the Dark was just as compelling as her other novels.

Paris is accused of killing her celebrity husband. After all, she was found with one of his razors in her hand and covered in blood next to his dead body. However, as much as she says she didn’t do it.. this could all ruin the life she made for herself while running from her past. Years ago, Ruby Reyes was convicted of murdering a married man she was having an affair with.. and now present day, Ruby is being released from prison and she knows the truth about Paris and her past. Paris has no choice but to go back to the past and face the horrible memories that haunt her.

What a quick and hard to put down thriller. “The Things We Do in the Dark” has everything you’d want in a thriller: multiple POVs, jaw dropping twists and times where I was even a bit scared... which doesn’t happen for me often. This is the kind of book that gets you out a reading slump and leaves you questioning the twists and turns of what you just read. However, there were times where I felt plot holes in the book were rushed through and also kind of predictable. Overall, a very enjoyable read!

Jennifer Hillier does it again!! This book alternates timelines for the main character, highlighting her past and illustrating her present, filled with new challenges, based on the trauma and history of abuse she endured from those she should have been able to trust the most. I was honestly surprised by the twists in this novel and that’s not always the case with psychological thrillers. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ out of 5 for me!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read this advanced copy of Jennifer Hillier’s upcoming thriller, Things We Do in the Dark!

Pub Date: July 19, 2022

2 stars ⭐

I don't think this author is for me unfortunately. I read her previous novel 'Little Secrets' and I didn't understand the hype with that one at all.

Unfortunately I feel the exact same about her upcoming release 'Things We Do In the Dark' I hated the characters and didn't really care about the story.

Absolutely riveting and fantastic. This was my first by this author and I am captivated. This author can write and I’m so excited to discover more of her work.Great plot with a story full of twists and turns.

Did I just read this book in one sitting? Why yes, I did. I cannot tell you the last time I read a book without [literally] putting it down.

Two years ago, Jennifer Hillier’s “Little Secrets” rocked my world. It’s easily a top 10 book for me…an absolutely wild ride. I have lost track of how many people I’ve recommended it to because it was just that good.

Hillier masters so many things in this one. She wrote some solid characters with Joey/Joelle, Paris, and Drew. She also wrote some characters you just absolutely love to hate. The character development and plotting was fantastic.

I also loved how smooth Hillier’s transitions from past and present were. They flowed so beautifully as she built the story. She perfectly wove together two separate timelines in a way that was flawless. I enjoyed getting a glimpse at Joey’s upbringing & some of the trauma she endured. I especially loved part 2, where we meet Drew. I loved, loved, loved Drew’s character. He is so genuine and you just want the best for him. I found myself rooting so hard for his happiness, whatever that would end up being.

There was a point (maybe around part 4), where the book started to drag…just a little bit! There also weren’t any major jaw-dropping moments, but I was hooked from chapter 1 and was dying to find out how everything tied together.

It’s so hard to follow up a book like “Little Secrets.” I don’t envy Hillier’s monumental task in writing “Things We Do in the Dark.” Did I love it? Yes, absolutely. Did it completely measure up to “Little Secrets”? Not quite, but I will still recommend this book. I just craved a big, jaw-dropping moment.

Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. This book is slated for release on July 19, 2022.

4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. So I’m not real sure where to start with this review. I did really enjoy this book. This is my third Jennifer Hillier book but I’m thinking it was my least favorite…and not because it was bad, it just seemed very predictable to me. It seemed like I figured out almost everything that would be considered a twist before it happened. I do enjoy this author’s writing style and there were many characters in this book that I want to talk about but don’t really know how to without giving away any spoilers. It was so sad and hard to read at times about Joey’s life and the things she went through…the abuse and the awful lifestyle she had to live. I liked Paris and Drew’s characters but Ruby, she was pure evil. I can honestly say this book was a solid 4 stars for me from the start. I guess I had hoped by 75% (after it being so predictable) that there would be a shocker ending but I really don’t feel like there was. I mean the ending was satisfying to an extent but there was just nothing “WOW” about it. I think it had potential to be a 5 star for me if it would have ended with a big twist. But just because many things were obvious to me before they happened, they may not be for other readers so I still absolutely recommend this book if you are a Jennifer Hillier fan!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

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Wow! Jennifer Hillier takes you on a wild and thrilling ride, set in multiple timelines that twists and turns through intertwining plots that will grip you from beginning to end. It is a character driven, dark thriller that blends the multiple plots and timelines expertly together. Jennifer Hiller brings her characters vividly to life throughout the book. Paris is a character I will not soon forget! I definitely do not want to divulge any plot details; it is best to simply read the book and discover for yourself! This is a 5 plus star book! I thoroughly enjoyed it and thank the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC! It was an amazing read.