This is my first book by Jessica Payne and it won't be my last Secrets, betrayal, and lies; Never Trust the Husband has it all.
This book is told from two different points of view; Rebecca's point of view is told in the present, and Madeline's was from the past ( about 3 years ago) I think that made it even more interesting to me.
This was such a page turner and had me up into the night trying to find out what was going to happen next.
I loved that none of the characters were likeable.
Clear your schedule because you will not be able to put this one down.

This starts out strong, kinda drops off and ends with a bang. Is it a little Unbelievable? Yes! Did it work though? Yes!! This was a fun read! Check it out!

***Thank you to NetGalley, Jessica Payne, and Bookouture for the gifted ebook copy in exchange for my honest review.

This was my very first ARC review, and I'm so glad it was this one 🥰

My Rating 🌟🌟🌟🌟💫 (4.5)

Someone killed Madeline Hughes, but who? I loved this "who done it" book, I had a few theories forming as I got deeper into the story. Most were halfway there, but I was pretty spot on in my line of thinking.

I honestly liked Benjamin/Benji, but Gwynn? No, she just made my skin crawl, but it seems maybe her character did have some growth in the present day as opposed to the flashbacks. I had a steadfast theory of who Rebecca was and only veered from that once or twice.

This is a story I wouldn't mind seeing a sequel for, but I'm one who stays up at night wondering about the characters' lives post-ending. That's also what I deem a good book, leaving me pondering for days after.

This was my second and most definitely not my last Jessica Payne read. Definitely recommend putting this on on your TBR!

HOLY CRAP!!! This book is INCREDIBLE!! Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for granting me access to this book in exchange for an honest review.

JESSICA PAYNE HAS DONE IT AGAIN!! What a totally gripping and emotionally twisted psychological suspense thriller that kept me guessing until the very end!! The eerie atmosphere, suspense, mystery, tension, dual perspectives, love, friendships, jealously, secrets, lies, deceit, betrayals, revenge, red herrings, unexpected twist and turns and a chilling and shocking 😮 ending is what makes this a FABULOUS thriller! Everything I was hoping for and MORE!! I absolutely loved it so much and my first thriller to go on my favorites list for 2024!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

Madeline is pushed off a cliff just days after marrying the love of her life, Benjamin. OH WAIT! Did I mention, that this happened while on her hiking honeymoon with all their closest friends!?! Now three years later, her best friend and husband are engaged! Rebecca, someone from Madeline's past, is investigating her murder. She is convinced that Benjamin or Gywn (the best friend) was responsible for her death. But who would want Madeline killed? What secrets were they hiding? Promising to figure out the truth, Rebecca has decided that since Madeline didn't get her happy ending they won't either. However, you know that old saying, NEVER TRUST THE HUSBAND!!!

I was completely captivated from start to finish!! If you are looking for an addictive and unputdownable psychological suspenseful thriller then this is the book for you! I highly recommend and it deserves all the stars!
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This book was great. Lies, secrets, betrayal, twists. I couldn't put it down! I loved following Rebecca to solve Maddy's murder.

I'm a big fan of thrillers because they always keep you on your toes & Never Trust the Husband is now one of my favourites!!

I was gripped from the first page & couldn't put it down, dying to figure out what happened to Madeline through the dual timelime of Maddy's viewpoint and the person trying to avenge her!! The pace of the book was fab - Jessica Payne ensuring the reader was hooked throughout!

I loved it because there were twists that I didn't see coming (especially one that made me say 'what?!' out loud!) & it kept me guessing until the end.

It's the first book of Jessica's that I've read and it definitely won't be the last.

Thank you Bookouture & Netgalley for giving me a chance to read this ARC.

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Awesome. Have loved every book by Jessica Payne and this one did not disappoint. Hooked me from the get go and obviously with the title you think you know what will happen and the author wants to you to question everything and gosh did I. Loved the plot, characters, ending, all of it. Thank you NetGalley for this ARC

What a wild ride! The twists and turns in here = chef’s kiss!

This thriller is told from two points of view with dual timelines that keep the story moving forward at an excellent pace. Jessica Payne does a great job layering in details to keep your theories coming all the way to the end!

This is such a fun domestic thriller that will keep you turning the pages to find out the murderer. It did my head in trying to figure it out but i kind of thought who it 60% in.

So many unexpected twist and turns that makes this book a great psychological thriller

Thank you Bookouture and Netgalley for allowing me to read this book

All thoughts and opinions are my own and aren't influenced by anyone else

This is my first read by Jessica Payne and I really enjoyed it! Very quick-paced with plenty of twists, it was pretty easy to finish in only two settings! I loved the alternating POVs between characters and time so that we have a better picture of what really happened - but it somehow made me doubt everything even more? The ending was a little predictable, but it didn't take away from it being a pleasurable read. This would be a great book club pick, even for those who don't read too often. Thanks so much for this ARC!

I haven’t had the chance to read a Jessica Payne book until reading Never Trust the Husband, but I definitely will be checking out more from her! This book definitely keeps you on your toes and you try to figure out who killed Madeline. It’s told through the past POV of Madeline and the present POV of someone trying to avenge Madeline’s death. I had a feeling I figured out the twist, but the ending turned out different than I thought. Definitely a solid whodunit thriller! 3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thanks to NetGalley & Bookouture for the ARC!

Never Trust The Husband by Jessica Payne
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Warning ⚠️ This book contains a plethora of lies, secrets, and deceit, that will lead to you questioning your closest friends and the people you love. Read with extreme caution and understand; that this is only a story ;)

This book was worthy of many "wows" a couple of "What the f-cks" and even a few "holy sh*ts" This psychological thriller is full of retribution and revenge! And won't disappoint someone eager for a suspenseful domestic hair-raiser.

Check out this teaser:
""You look so happy in your wedding photo, gazing at your perfect new husband, a glass of champagne held high in a toast. You chose to ignore the warning signs, but he hid more than one secret from you. And now he’s gotten away with your murder…""

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If you want a suspense that will having you guessing this it. Madeline is presumed to be dead, and Rachel is trying to find out who killed her. Who can be trusted? Who is guilty? Told in present (Rachel) and past (Madeline) we work through what really happened the night Madeline died.
Semi predictable but very gripping story. The characters are well written both likeable and non-likeable versions.

I enjoyed this book. I thought I had the twist figured out early in the book but I was wrong. I enjoyed the characters and they were easy to get to know and keep separated. I was afraid I was going to be wasting time by reading a book from an author I hadn't read before but it was definitely worth the read. I will look for more books from her in the future. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to read this book.

This story centers on Madeline from 3 years ago and Rebecca in the present day.

The story got me right from the prologue where paranoid Madeline finds her suspicions about someone wanting to kill her to be true. Unfortunately this is confirmed a moment too late. And this is exactly where the story completely reeled me in!

Next there is Rebecca who has changed her identity and watches Benji and Gwyn, Madeline's widower and her best friend. They are newly engaged, three years after Madelines disappearance. Rebecca is suspicious that Madeline didn't just have a tragic accident, but that she was murdered. They say it's always the husband but is it in the case of Madeline? Rebecca will stop at nothing to find out the truth....and get revenge.

It was a very intense story especially from Rebecca's point of view. Who is she and why does she want justice for Madeline? The more I got to know Rebecca the more I needed to know and the faster I read! On the other hand, I liked seeing Madeline and Benjamin's romance play out, their roller coaster of a ride story, and what eventually led to the shocking conclusion. Secrets, lies, and paranoia fill this thrilling story. I found Rebecca really interesting. It seems that she knows Madeline but she's had some work done to her physical appearance so that others won't recognize her. It kept me guessing who she was and why no one from Madeline's past recognizes her. I wasn't expecting the twist and it really impressed and surprised me!

So many secrets fill this story, both from Madeline's point of view from the past and Rebecca's view of the present. It kept me reading faster and faster since I was excited to find out the truth. I really liked the story. My favorite character was Madeline who wasn't as naive as her sister Elena believed her to be. But I really didn't like Gwyn especially the more I learned about her. It seemed to me like she was a great friend only when it was convenient for her which annoyed me.

I have read most of Jessica Paynes previous novels, all of which have not disappointed, including this one! In fact, her novels are go-to reads for me! Whenever I see a new novel by her, I will always read them because they are great!

Thank you to Netgalley and Bookouture for the advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

Trust me when I say you should check out Never Trust the Husband when it is released on March 5, 2024!

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This fast paced thriller was FULL of twists! Jessica Payne just twirled me around like a ballerina, and my head is still spinning. This book was impossible to put down. I loved EVERY second of the twists and the multiple jaw dropping revelations. The plot was unique, and I wasn't able to foreshadow anything that happened in the end! This was truly an outstanding thriller, and I can't wait to hear what everyone thinks when it's published March 5, 2024!

The book is full of twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Madeline was pushed off a cliff during her honeymoon. It is uncertain whether her husband or her best friend is responsible for her death. Her best friend is now living with Madeline's husband and the two are soon to be married. There are many questions surrounding the circumstances of Madeline's death and speculation as to who is responsible and why.

It's a well-written, entertaining winter read with a good pace. Although the characters are unlikable, they're interesting enough to keep you engaged.

Thank you NetGalley and Publisher for the eARC.

Thanks for NetGalley and Bookouture for offering this ARC in exchange my honest review.

"Never Trust the Husband" is a highly entertaining and suspenseful read that will appeal to fans of twisty thrillers. Jessica Payne keeps me on the edge of my seats with her intricate storytelling and complex characters. While the subject matter may be dark and disturbing at times, Payne's skilled writing and pacing make it impossible to look away. Surely you would be hooked from the very first beginning. Highly recommend.

Wow, wow, wow! This book was phenomenal!

Madeline dies, and her husband ends up with her best friend. Rebecca wants to figure out what happened to Madeline and starts digging for information to determine who killed her... This story was riveting from the beginning; so riveting in fact that I read in just a handful of hours because I could not put it down! As a Washingtonian myself, I appreciated the settings and knew exactly what Jessica Payne was describing throughout this book.

Just when you think you have it figured out, a twist slams you and sends you reeling. I will definitely be checking out other work by Jessica Payne. Well done on Never Trust the Husband!

Thank you to Netgalley, the author and Bookouture for the arc in exchange for my honest review. This story was about a women who is missing and dead since right after her wedding to the perfect man. Her husband goes on to become engaged to her best friend and that’s when things start to change. Many things and people aren’t wha they seem !!