Thanks for the ARC Netgalley! “The Last Mrs Parrish” was a decent thriller when I first read it, not incredibly well written but the plot kept me guessing. This is unfortunately an unnecessary and over the top sequel IMO.

Picking up about a year after the first book ended, Amber is plotting her escape from her husband Jackson before he’s released from prison for tax evasion. But this time, he’s one step ahead of her. Meanwhile, his ex-wife Daphne has tried to start a new life with their daughters but her eldest refuses to move on. She brings her family back to spend time with Jackson for the summer against her better wishes- and she should have trusted her gut.

Sigh. So much of this one was cringey for me unfortunately. It was unrealistic in its plot and dialogue. I was rolling my eyes! I’ve loved the sisters behind this pen name’s book “The Wife Stalker,” but this and their previous book “The Senator’s Wife” were disappointments for me.

✨Content Warnings: Domestic Abuse, Gaslighting, Body Shaming, Violence, Murder, Bullying, Misogyny, Death of a Parent

This was a great gripping thriller with such a satisfying ending! It was great getting to expand on the characters and see the connection between Amber, Daphne and Daisy Ann. The ending was fantastic with a great twist! While it wasn't as amazing as the first book it was a great continuation to the story and a fun read.

This was definitely a let down for me. I LOVED the first book and had high hopes for the sequel (even though I didn't think it needed to be done in the first place).

There is no vodka that tastes like water so that is just the first main issue. The rest of the story is just as unbelievable. I am happy it ended the way it did but that's about the only saving grace of this book.

3 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️

I’m teetering between 2.5 and 3 stars, but ultimately decided to just round it up! I’m in a good mood today! 😜

I really enjoyed The Last Mrs. Parrish. When I saw there was a sequel PLUS that gorgeous cover I knew I had to read it. I kinda wish I didn’t.

This is a sequel nobody asked for. Seriously, this was so unnecessary. Such a bland, drawn out plot. Nothing happens for the first 60% of this book. Anyone who read the first book already knows how loathsome these characters are - can I say they may be even been worse in this book? Same cringe, same gaslighting, same stupidity of one of the main characters. Be prepared to suspend a lot of disbelief!

The last 25% and the satisfying ending bumped it up to 3 stars. Hopefully this is the end of this “series” - it is for me!

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House - Ballantine for my advanced copy to read and review.

I was nervous it wouldn't live up to the first one but I really enjoyed this. I still love the first one a little more but I felt like I was right back where I left off many years later.

I had previously read the predecesor of this book and really enjoyed that because of Daphne and the hidden twists that came with it. This book continues on with the story and is also enjoyable but for me was easier to figure out what was going to happen other than one small part in the end of the book.
The book also adds a new character, Daisy, who at first you’ll be confused as to who she is and how she relates to the Parrish family. That will become evident. Daisy is a strong female in this story and I feel was my favorite character in the book.
Overall, this book is an enjoyable read. Not as great as the first but nonetheless still good.

TLDR: this book is so fucking ridiculous. the sequel to one of the OG twisty domestic suspense novels of recent (Freida McFadden owe’s the Constantine sisters some of those HOUSEMAID royalties!!), the book is told from the POV of first wife Daphne Parris, second wife Amber Parrish, and a mysterious Texas housewife named Daisy Ann (possibly the worst character name ever) as they conspire and scheme to seek vengeance on those who have wronged them, primarily Mr. Parrish, Daphne and Amber’s estranged husband, newly released from prison ready to twist his mustache as hard as possible. He’s a ridiculous caricature of a villain, and the book almost topples over from the weight of his cartoonish villainy, but ultimately this is the perfect beach read: easy, breezy, fast-paced and forgettable.

I debated on whether or not to read this book. I was on the love side with the first book, but I also felt it was just fine as a standalone. I didn't find myself wanting anymore from the characters than what I already had. But then I figured, why not see what happens. What can these authors throw at readers this time?

Listen, if you read the first book, you already know the characters you despised and liked. Win, win, right? Well, a little wrong. I still despise Amber and Jackson. I loathe them. But revenge is a dish best served cold, right?

This story weaves in and out with a high level of angst and devious intentions (some warranted, some not so warranted), that I found myself right back in this world very quickly. Dare I say, as much I still don't like Amber, I found myself on her side plenty of times, much to my chagrin.

I didn't know what to expect going in, so I came out feeling pretty good and vindicated by the ending of this book.

🚨 HOT TAKE ALERT 🚨

The Next Mrs. Parrish is the sequel to The Last Mrs. Parrish that no one asked for. In the first book, Amber Patterson plots to seduce and steal Jackson Parrish, wealthy businessman and husband to Daphne Parrish. Through a series of deceptions, she succeeds, only to realize that Jackson is abusive and controlling. Now, she's looking to leave that marriage and get revenge on a former rival while helping him win Daphne back.

Reading this sequel solidified many of the feelings I wasn't able to pinpoint in the first book. Every character in this book is one-dimensional—either entirely moral or entirely corrupt. We have Daphne and Daisy Ann on one end of the spectrum—perfectly kind, unconcerned with money (despite—or maybe because of?— their exorbitant wealth), naive, and ultimately victimized by Jackson and Amber on the other end of the spectrum—sociopathic, abuse, selfish, and greedy. The goodies and the baddies get what they deserve after gratuitous abuse and manipulation. We saw it happen in the first book and we get a re-run here for no good reason.

The reason I picked the first book up is because I read The Housemaid, which was clearly a rip-off, practically plagiarized version of The Last Mrs. Parrish. Look, The Housemaid isn't winning any literary awards for its writing (unless you count The Goodreads Choice Award, which is no serious feat) but neither was The Last Mrs. Parrish. But, where we have flat characters in this series, The Housemaid boasts at least an ounce of nuance and growth. Furthermore, in The Housemaid we get a truly happy ending where Daphne and Amber (or whatever their Tethered names are) end up cooperating against the abuser instead of here, where they are forever at odds. Ultimately, I'd recommend skipping this book and saving yourself 300 pages of eye rolling.

I thought the first book was great but this one was even better. Go read this sequel and you wont be disappointed. It is a great quick read.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. I screamed when I got approved for this one. And it lived up to the scream!

I absolutely loved this one! I actually think this was better than the first one the tension in this one was so good I had so much anxiety reading it!

I think the first book was so good it made the second one not as good. Love this author so I was disappointed that it didn’t make me loose sleep.

This is not my typical genre that I read, but I thought I would take a chance and read something different. I am so glad I did! I never knew what was going to happen next to these characters. When I thought I did, there was always a twist or turn to throw me off. The ending was completely unexpected and wonderful!

As usual, Liv Constantine nailed it! I'd recommend re-reading or refreshing your memory of The Last Mrs. Parrish before starting, as it took me a little while to re-ground myself in the story. But once the story got going, I was hooked!! Highly recommend, but make sure you've got time to get engrossed!

I enjoyed this sequel. It was well written and engaging. I could not put this down. I expect many patrons to be fans of this book and will recommend

I loved this as much as I did the first one. In this one we get to learn how Amber and Jackson are doing after his divorce from Daphne. There is so much scheming and lying in this book it kept me turning the pages to see who was gonna do what to who next. I gave it 4 stars and hope we get another book. Run out and get both of them you won't be disappointed.

I really enjoyed this book. I was afraid I wouldn't like it or be able fo get into it because it's been so long since I read The Last Mrs Parrish, which I remember loving but just can't remember much of the details of after all this time. But that didn't matter at all! I was immediately drawn into The Next Mrs Parrish. I was thinking about the book anytime I had to put it down due to annoying life responsibilities. I couldn't wait to get back to it. There were fun shocks and a couple good twists. Definitely recommend if you enjoyed the first one.

While I think that a sequel was unnecessary, I was excited to read it since I loved the first one! I was not disappointed. Just as twisty with characters you love to hate! 4 stars from me!

Review posted: 6.17.24

Traveling With T’s Thoughts:

After reading The Last Mrs. Parrish and absolutely loving it, I didn’t think we would hear from these characters again, but when I saw the book being talked about on the ‘gram, I wanted it. BAD.

I think this book is just as good as the first one!

What I Liked:

Well give me a pool, a lady in a floppy hat and a stunning color dress and I am here for it.

Daphne and Amber. The push/pull between these 2 dynamic characters is intense.

The ending. Fitting and I absolutely loved it. Like I could read that ending at least 15 more times and not get sick of it.



Bottom line: If you loved The Last Mrs. Parrish, read The Next Mrs. Parrish!