I was super excited to read this sequel to The Last Mrs. Parrish, which I read a couple years ago and LOVED! Unfortunately, The Next Mrs. Parrish didn't quite have the same impact on me. There was a lot of showing vs. telling, especially in the first half of the book. It felt like the authors were trying to summarize the entire plot of the first book instead of assuming readers of this book would be familiar with it, which slowed the pacing way down. Then it was just one unrealistic scenario after another, starting with Daphne choosing to return to where Jackson lived. It was hard to feel sympathy or care about the characters in the same way as I did in the first book because they kept making ridiculous choices. I couldn't get into this book, which I was super bummed about! The ending sort of leaves the door open for a book 3 but I think it's time to put the Parrish family to bed and move on.

Thanks to NetGalley and Bantam for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for this eARC in exchange for my honest review.

If you’ve read The Last Mrs. Parrish then you know how crazy, manipulative, and delulu (is what all the kids are calling it these days) Amber and Jackson are. They are truly disgusting characters that I love to hate. Well, Liv Constantine did not disappoint or slow these characters down in The Next Mrs. Parrish. The sequel is fast paced and just as intense. I love how good hearted Daisy Ann and Meredith are as supporting characters. I enjoyed the plot but will say this is definitely a character driven book. I also loved how the author gave closure and closed the story with a pretty little bow.

I couldn’t put this book down. Told from the perspectives of Daphne, Amber & Daisy Ann you get a fantastic mix of good versus evil. The plot moves along quickly, and the twists don’t stop coming. I have to say personally I didn’t see a bunch of the twists coming, but they were so enjoyable.. I also absolutely loved the ending. Amber & Jackson remain to be absolutely terrible human beings and the hate for them builds and builds with this story.
My recommendation for anyone wanting to read this sequel is to definitely read the prequel to the first book, the quick novella, “The First Shot”. It’s where Daisy Ann and her story line become introduced and help it to make sense!

Thank you Net Galley for an ARC of this book.

What an interesting return to the characters we know and love (and loathe) from TLMP. The addition of the third storyline in this sequel is a bright spot and often serves as a welcome reprieve from the antics and anguish of the original players. Glad to have stepped back into their world and wrapped all the drama into a satisfying bow.

The sisters have done it again! If you have read the first two novels in this series then you will absolutely adore this story. A few times my mouth fell open from the plot twists. It brings every single storyline that you could think of to a close. It was the perfect mix of both stories coming together. I would highly recommend this to everyone I know.

The ending deserves a round of applause. It was very satisfying!

I think this book was better than the first one. I struggled with The Last Mrs. Parrish but I flew thru this one.

What made it better? Prison, karma, revenge, all of the things that make a twisty thriller great!

I also felt way more connected to the characters. As expected - I was cheering Daphne on. Amber is her same old self rubbish, a slug, an awful human. Jackson well he is a sociopath.

I love how the author ties it all up at the end in a nice little box. I picture it with a bow. 🎁

The Next Mrs. Parrish
By: Liv Constantine
Publish Date: June 18, 2024

Thank you to NetGalley, Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine, and the author Liv Constantine, for the advanced copy of The Next Mrs. Parrish.

I cannot even convey how incredibly excited I was to not only know this long-awaited sequel was going to be published but also to be chosen to read it early.....best gift!!!
I loved The Last Mrs. Parrish, so much that once I started I HAD to know what would happen. I devoured this continuation just as quickly! Once I saw Jackson, Amber, Daphne, and newcomer Daisy Ann, it was as if I was reunited with long-lost friends. My excitement continued throughout the book as the situation became more complex and I was sitting on the edge of my seat in anticipation. How will we get out of this one!!!
If you loved the first book, you NEED to pick this up! Clear your schedule because you won't be able to put it down!!!
I highly recommend this book, for the character development and growth! The chapters are quickly paced so you have to fly through the pages. Excellent follow-up!!!!

Ahhh the Parrish family! Like coming back to old friends. This time Daphne and her girls are safe and sound in California. Tallulah is angry at her Mom and longs for a relationship with her father. Daphne is somehow convinced to go back to Bishops Harbor for the summer. Jackson is set to get out of prison and Amber his wife is set to get out of dodge while scheming to get money to disappear and live her best life. Jackson wants to trick Daphne into coming back to him. Daphne is tricked into allegations of her being an unfit mother. In walks Daisy Ann whose father who died under suspicious circumstances was married to Amber and who wants revenge. So what could go wrong? Only every juicy thing. This was such a good return to some of my favorite characters. What a treat! And everything ends up how it should be in the end. All I want to know now is what’s next. The ending doesn’t lend itself to another book in the series but one never knows- but one def hopes!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. I wasn’t sure about this because I didn’t love the Last Mrs. Parrish and I didn’t think a sequel was strictly necessarily but this was a good continuation (hopefully finish) of the story. I don’t know they I necessarily bought Daphne would EVER EVER have contact with him again, but after I got over that hump this was a quick read I read in one sitting on a plane. I still wish we would stop using domestic violence as a plot point.

I read " The Last Mrs. Parrish" back in 2020 and honestly, it's still one of my favorite thriller books and one of those books that I will ALWAYS recommend.

When I saw there was a new installment with these characters, I couldn't wait to get back into their world. Even after 4 years, I STILL think about these characters.

PSA: Before starting this book, I highly recommend reading the novella "The First Shot" before reading this book. The novella takes place before the first book, but it introduces you to some of the new characters that you see in this book. Their motives also make much more sense.

I didn't know what to expect going back to Bishops Harbor and into the Parrish's world, but what I do know is that I absolutely LOVED IT. I couldn't put this one down. I kept wanting to know what happens next. I found myself daydreaming about this world while I was at work, eager to get home so I can read some more.

The story gets told in 3 POVs, which if you know me, you know I love reading books that have different perspectives. It all intertwines together and everything is laid out so well that it keeps you wanting more and more.

Just like in the 1st book, the pages are filled with suspense and scenes that made me hold my breath without even realizing that I was doing it.

I don't think I've ever hated a character as much as I've hated Amber Parrish, but really that's the whole point when describing this world. That's what makes this book SOO GOOD. The characters are so well written that you hate them (Amber), you love them (Daphne) and you are intrigued by them (Daisy Ann).

The fast paced dynamics of this book is what makes this one that I highly recommend. You do not want to miss what happens in Bishops Harbor.

Thank you Random House, Net Galley and Liv Constantine for the digital ARC.

I was so excited when I saw there was going to be sequel to the first book. The Next Mrs. Parrish was just as good as the first book. A little far fetched at times but glad to see justice served!!

Liv Constantine is at her very best with this title. Jackson Parrish is getting out of prison for tax evasion. The current Mrs Parrish, Amber , is on top of the social scene in Bishops Harbor. Daphne, the former Mrs. Parrish has vowed never to return to Bishops Harbor. But her wayward daughter runs away to see her father and Daphne must return to allow supervised visited between her daughter and ex. Someone from Amber's past returns for revenge. There are plots twists and turns, betrayal and reconciliation.

For fans of THE LAST MRS. PARRISH, by the writing duo known as Liv Constantine, THE NEXT MRS. PARRISH continues the story of Daphne Parrish and Amber Patterson. At the start, Amber, having successfully replaced Daphne as the wife of Jackson Parrish, is living alone in their Connecticut mansion on the water. Jackson is about to be released from prison, where he served time for tax evasion. His marriage to Amber is nothing more than a business arrangement by the point and both have plans for their futures that don’t involve the other. But Jackson’s sights are set on gaining custody of his two daughters, who are living in California with Jackson’s ex-wife Daphne. Circumstances collide, bringing a wary Daphne back to Connecticut for the summer with her daughters.
Meanwhile, Amber is plotting her escape from her marriage, taking with her enough to begin a new life. But Amber’s past is beginning to catch up with her. Daisy Ann Crawford, the daughter of Amber’s first husband, believes that Amber killed her father and is determined to bring her to justice. This part of the plot is a continuation of the novella THE FIRST SHOT, in which Amber’s past is told through her eyes.
THE NEXT MRS. PARRISH continues the roller coaster ride of THE LAST MRS. PARRISH and THE FIRST SHOT, where deception, betrayal and revenge are key motivators for all parties, even the seemingly saintly Daphne. The plot locks you in and keeps you pinned to your seat for the twisty ride full of building tension, drops and swerves up to the shocking ending.
This sister writing duo is a master of their genre. And THE NEXT MRS. PARRISH fills out the parts of the first novel you didn’t even know you needed, but definitely always wanted. This sequel is a tour de force psychological thriller.
Thank you to NetGalley and to Ballentine Books for the chance to read an advance review copy.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
This book picks up right where Last left off.
This is just as good of a read as the Last Mrs. Parish. Awesome read.

This book picks up where the Next Mrs.Parrish left off. There are many twists and turns and manipulations and betrayals throughout the whole story.. This is a great psychological domestic thriller that you do not want to miss.
Highly recommend….

This is a little above my students at the middle school level, but I would recommend this, and the previous, book to friends! I liked that we got resolution a bit more than the first novel and a sense of justice! It was nice to have lengthier sections of Daphne standing up for herself!

If you have anxiety, best take your meds because this book is gonna get you. I admit that half way through my poor Apple Watch thought I was working out since my heart rate was so high! While I loved Daphne the last book she was driving me out of control with “WTF” this time. Putting your children’s wants and needs in front of your own but disregarding a license professional….. girl!
Jackson is one of my favorite characters to hate and add in Amber.
I just love a revenge story that ends up with all those you loathe getting their own story arch that finally lowers your heart rate.

Highly recommend reading the “short” At First Shot! More detail there about a few of the relationships Amber made in her past (and some of her history).

Jackson Parrish has remarried (Amber) and they have a son, Jax. Still living in the original house that Daphne and Jackson shared in Bishop’s Harbor - their marriage is one of convenience. Jackson is serving time for tax fraud and is due to be released in a few months. He has a plan for how to take care of himself and his family after his release.

Daphne lives in California with her two girls (Lu and Bella) and her Mom. She’s thrilled that she and her Mom have been able to reconnect after Jackson drove a wedge between them. However, now that the girls are older they’ve been asking more and more questions about Jackson, his wife, and their half brother. So much so that Daphne goes against her better judgement and agrees to spend two weeks in Bishops Harbor so the girls can rekindle their relationship with their father.

As expected, Jackson (mostly) abides by the boundaries Daphne has set, but that doesn’t last for very long. He and Amber concoct a plan that puts Daphne in questionable light as a mother and her girls are temporarily put in Jackson’s custody. His ability to weave a story, pay off people with power, and intimidate the rest shines through.

Can Daphne regain custody of her girls before it’s too late? How will Amber fare while in the crossfire?

It has been years since I read the first one, but I really liked it, so when I heard a sequel was coming out, I was more than a little excited to jump back on the crazy train and continue this bonkers story.

Even though I didn’t necessarily remember all the plot points of the first book, the gist of the story came back to me pretty quickly.

I don’t want to say too much with regards to the plot because it is a sequel, but I will say that I really enjoyed it. I liked seeing all the threads come together.

I’ve read most of this author duo’s books and really enjoyed them. They sure know how to write page turning thrillers!


The ending was something else and now I’m longing for a third one!

💎Every.character.is.certifiable💎
…and I’m here for it!

She’s a low life, he’s a sociopath, one’s on the run, and the other a southern socialite. What could possibly go wrong?

All the delusional and certifiable characters we know and love with new betrayal! We’re talking black mail, extortion, custody battles, and kidnapping!

Go ahead and place your preorder, this will be the perfect complement pool side! I’ve found @target to have great pricing (currently b1g1 50%) and timely delivery using your #targetredcard

☀️ This is a MUST read come summer ☀️
📖 expected to hit shelves 6.18.24

📕 a big thank you to @netgalley & @livconstantine2 for sharing this uncorrected proof with me, I’m very grateful to have the opportunity to share my feedback🙏🏼