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This was a great sequel to "The Last Mrs. Parrish." I really enjoyed the first book and did not see the big twist so I had high hopes for this book. I was not disappointed.

This book picks up about a year after the first one. As much as the reader would wish for a happy ever after ending for Daphne, that is not what is happening when it comes to her older daughter. In an effort to help her daughter's mental state, she ends up back in Connecticut for the summer. The book tells Daphne's story, as well as Amber's, just like the last book. This book however, also introduces us to a new character, Daisy Ann. She was a great addition and I enjoyed figuring out how she was going to fit into the story.

The book was another great thriller and I enjoyed the drama and tension. It is a must read especially if you enjoyed the first book. I enjoyed getting to know the characters even more and Amber's backstory was really interesting. Another great thriller by Liv Constantine!

Thank you to NetGalley and Bantam/Random House Publishing for the ARC.

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The Last Mrs Parrish has a special place in my heart. It’s my favorite “thriller” book. I was excited and nervous to read the sequel, but it did. It disappoint!
I loved that the chapters switched between Amber, Daphne and Daisy Ann’s POVs. It kept me engaged, and was so entertaining! I love that for the first half of the book I had no clue what was going on or where it was going, and then the twists come and it all comes together perfectly!

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I wasn’t sure how this book was going to sequel from book #1 but it was actually a very enjoyable read.
I enjoyed the storyline between Amber and Daisy Ann the best. You really wondered who was going to win as you were reading.
Daphne’s story line was not great. It could have been left out. I found it unbelievable, based on her character in the last book, that she would ever return to Jackson or ever let her children be near him again.
Overall, this is a great read. It is a quick read and will be perfect for the beach this summer!

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If you enjoyed the Last Mrs Parrish you will enjoy this sequel!

Following the same characters we love (and despise) and while I thought the first was a great standalone I really enjoyed this one.

As in most psychological thriller…theres ONE major plot point that will have you screaming at the character questioning her decision making! (And trying to relate as a parent myself)

Overall a quick read with a satisfying (for all character) finish.

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Imagine my surprise when I saw there was a sequel to one of my favorite books ever!! Picture me jumping for joy when I was approved for an ARC of The Next Mrs. Parrish!! Once again, my favorite writing duo did not disappoint with this follow up to The Last Mrs. Parrish. Was this book really necessary? Probably not. But was it twisty and entertaining? Most definitely!

In this sequel to The Last Mrs. Parrish, Amber is back and she is more conniving and despicable as ever! Amber is currently married to the wealthy Jackson Parrish, who had to serve time in prison for his tax fraud. They share a son together, which they call Jax.

Daphne, the former Mrs. Parrish, comes back to the town of Bishops Harbor after moving herself and her two daughters away to California. Her oldest daughter, Tallulah is missing her father immensely, and against her better judgment she agrees to take this trip to Bishops Harbor to let her daughters see Jackson. Has Jackson really changed since he’s been in prison, or is he the same con artist he’s always been? Does he have it in him to be a loving husband and father to his current wife and children?

We also have the new character of Daisy Ann. Daisy Ann runs a famous jewelry line in which Amber is certain to take over. I wasn’t quite sure how well Daisy’s character was going to work in this story, but in the end it all wrapped up nicely and she ended up being a great addition to the story.

While I can’t say that I loved this book as much as the first book, I will say that it is a close second 😉 This book can also be read as a standalone, which is a great bonus for those who haven’t read the first book. This book is filled with characters that you will love to hate, twists and turns, and lots of entertainment. I highly recommend!

Many thanks to NetGalley, Random House Publishing Group, and the authors for an ARC of this book which I had the pleasure of reading. Publication date: June 18, 2024.
Genre~ General Fiction (Adult), Mystery & Thrillers

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I was ecstatic when I got approved to review this ARC. At first, I was worried since it's been awhile since I read The last Mrs. Parrish and The First Shot. I highly suggest not skipping The First Shot.

In this book, Jackson, Daphne, and Amber are all back. Jackson fresh out of prison with mixed feelings about his ex Daphne and current wife Amber but whose funds are running low. Just because Amber is his current wife doesn't mean all is well of course. She knows her time is coming to an end but just hopes to hand a cushion to live off of. Daphne has always been Jackson's true love but she'd love nothing more to just stay away but finds herself roped back in when her and Jackson's daughter runs away because she wants to see her dad. Daphne agrees they can have supervised visits.

Cue an old friend of Amber's who's love nothing more to bring her down.

This book was full of twists and turns and was extremely entertaining. I was glued to my kindle.

Thanks to Netgalley and Random House/ Ballantine books for the ARC in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

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I loved The Last Mrs. Parrish and I couldn’t believe it when I saw a sequel was written. Thank you to NetGalley, Liv Constantine and Random House Publishing for the advanced e-copy!

While this one didn’t quite match my expectations, I really enjoyed it. I don’t want to give away any spoilers but I’ll say this-Amber and Jackson are even more detestable this time around and you root for their demise the whole time. They are truly characters you love to hate. Thankfully there is Daphne and Daisy Ann, who balance out Amber and Jackson and you find yourself demanding justice alongside them.

The story is full of deception and revenge with twists and turns that keep you guessing. As with the first book, this one was gasp-worthy.

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Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine, and the author Liv Constantine for an advanced reader’s copy in exchange for a honest review. This review will not contain spoilers.

The Next Mrs. Parrish is a cat and mouse thriller that has a number of twist and turns. I highly recommend that prior to reading this book that prequel, The Last Mrs. Parrish, is read first. In this sequel, we revisit the complex relationship between Amber and Daphne. I enjoyed this book tremendously and look forward to reading even more of the stories that Liv Constantine create. Kudos ladies on a job well done.

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I was SO excited and appreciative to get my hands on this early copy!! Thank you Liv Constantine, the publisher, and NetGalley for this opportunity.

This sequel absolutely didn't disappoint, though I didn't love it AS much as the first one.

The action picks up right around where the first one leaves off, Daphne in California with the girls and her mom, Jackson in prison, and Amber being Amber, plotting for more money and paying little attention to the baby she had with Jackson. Throw into the mix Daisy Ann, the rich daughter of one of Amber's previous marry-for-riches failures, and we have ourselves a lovely cat-and-mouse thriller (read the prequel, though it sucked, to brush up on the history of this con).

I don't want to give more than those plot points away because there is a lot of suspense, twists, and turns, and genuine "wow" moments. I truly wanted to call into work just to stay up late reading it! There were also several wanting-to-throw-my-phone-at-a wall-moments from sheer frustration with Daphne. And I think that's why I rated this 4 stars versus 5. I felt like Daphne was brilliant in the first book and some of her choices in this one felt... Out of character and I wasn't here for it.

Otherwise, I definitely enjoyed this one and will be rec'ing it to everyone who either rec'd me the first one or who I rec'd.

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This is a rare case where the sequel is as good as the original. The book has the same characters from the original book with some new interesting characters. This story is filled with twists and turns making this book “un-put-down-able”. Be sure to read The last Mrs. Parrish before reading The Next Mrs. Parrish.

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I loved this book as much as I loved the original. The style of writing is phenomenal and hooks you throughout the book.

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I loved this sequel! I was such a fan of The Last Mrs. Parrish and this follow-up was such a treat to have more of the story about Daphne, Amber, and Jackson. I was intrigued for the entire read and was simultaneously anxious for the resolution while not wanting it all to end. Twisty throughout and loved the multiple viewpoints and the new character of Daisy Ann. Highly recommend!

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Thank you so much to NetGalley for the eARC of this read, and to Liv Constantine for giving us this gem!

Holy. Cow. Just when I thought the tension couldn't be more palpable in this book, something else came up to throw me off. The pacing? Perfect. Rage on behalf of Daphne? Everywhere. If you had any sort of feelings at the end of the first book, you need to get out your credit card right now to order this one. It's been two years and Daphne, her mom, and two girls are settling in nicely in California, until Tallulah attempts to bail on her class trip to pay Jackson a visit. Per the advice from Daphne's therapist, she takes the girls to Bishops Harbor to allow them to connect with their father. As far as Amber and our newest character Daisy Ann, the subplot of this book takes an excellent and dramatic turn, and for the last third of this book I could not put it down for the life of me. Please please please do yourself a favor with this book!

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When a sequel to one of my favorite books came out I was excited to get my hands on it. Thank you NetGalley for letting me read this early. I loved getting back into the drama of Daphne and Amber, but it would have helped me in the beginning if I reread the first one right before diving back into this one.

This book definitely kept me hooked with the new character Daisy Anne and the kids being older and having more of a storyline. I also like how the book comes full circle with Daphnes flashbacks of the first novel. When I compare the sequel to the first book it just misses for me with the lack of shock or big twist.

Overall enjoyed the drama of this book.

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What a fantastic follow-up (sequel) to "The Last Mrs. Parrish". The Duo of sisters that makes up Liv Constantine have outdine themselves! Great read

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I loved the fast paced nature of this book! A great sequel to The Last Mrs Parrish, which honestly wasn’t my favorite. I loved that I kept having to guess who was double crossing who. It was majorly helpful that I had read the prequel, The Last Shot. That title is not listed in the works by the author at the front at the book. I found that surprising since they’re to closely related. This will be a great summer release!

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I loved The Last Mrs. Parrish as was very excited to read the sequel. This book picks up shortly where the left ended (important in my sequels) with Jackson in prison, Amber and Jackson married, and Daphne free from Jackson. Much of the book (80% or so) involves Amber and Jackson wreaking havoc on both Daphne and Daisy Ann (a new and likable character). I found it frustrating to like Daphne and Daisy Ann, but read their demise for so much of the book. Both were vindicated in the end, but I felt like the vindication/ending was rushed. I'm glad I read it, and was able to see what lies ahead for these characters, but definitely not as much fun as the first.

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Thank you to Netgalley and Random House for this early sneak peek! I loved The Last Mrs. Parrish and I highly suggest reading The First Shot prior to this sequel. I learned a lot of important background information that was great to keep in mind while reading. Loved this follow up to Amber, Daphne and Jackson. Lots of twists and turns with a great ending!

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Book: The Next Mrs. Parrish
Author: Liv Constantine
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine
Pub Date: June 18, 2024

I like author Liv Constantine but this was a total miss for me. I do think you have to read The First Shot and The Last Mrs. Parrish before reading this one which I have. This is why I don’t prefer “series” books. It’s basically the same story over and over. I would have been content with just “The Last Mrs. Parrish.” It’s not the type of storyline I feel like you can keep going and find fresh topics. Next.

Thank you Random House Publishing Group-Ballantine and NetGalley for this sneak peak! Publication date is June 18, 2024.

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This book was great. I liked this more than the first! The characters were more developed, the storyline was captivating. Definitely worth the read!! Make sure you read the books in order.

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