I was very pleasantly surprised by THE NEXT MRS. PARRISH! Sequels can be hard, especially when the authors have to unravel situations that were previously solved.

I thought THE LAST MRS. PARRISH was such a fun beach read when I read it years ago. I love rich people behaving badly, I love a grifter story, and I especially loved how all of the reveals unraveled. (If you need a refresher before you pick up this book, make sure you check out my THE LAST MRS. PARRISH spoilers)

THE NEXT MRS. PARRISH features all of our favorite love-to-hate characters from the first book as well as a new face: Daisy Ann. As with the first book, the reader can't really decide who they should be rooting for. There's backstabbing, gaslighting, manipulation, and reveals you won't see coming.

Anyone who loved TLMP should definitely read TNMP. I recommend reading them in order for the best experience, but the authors do a good job of reminding you what happened in Book 1.

Keep an eye on the trigger warnings: this book contains mental/physical abuse and gaslighting.

i do not read thrillers often but Liv just writes them so well and when i seen i was approved for the arc from NetGalley i shrieked!!

3.5 stars!! i loved being back in this world. jackson and amber are just as crazy as i remember them to be. i feel for daphne so bad and there were definitely some twists that made me audibly gasp because how!!! daisy ann is amazing and i love that in the end she got justice for her father and i was shocked it was her that ended up helping daphne. i am so happy jackson and amber finally got what their bitch asses deserved!! 🤪

If you have read the Last Mrs. Parrish, you must read this sequel! This one did not disappoint and even had a few new twisty characters. If you're into thrillers, pick this one up! I flew threw this one at top speed and am even thinking of rereading the first one. The sisters have done it again! Thank you to the publisher and Liv Constantine for my ARC.

Publishing a sequel 6 1/2 years after the original came out is an interesting choice, and I'll be honest that I don't remember a ton about the original other than generally enjoying it. You don't need to reread the original to jump into this one, but if you are thinking the characters have learned anything in the meantime, the answer is that they are just as despicable, if not more, than they were before. There's a big emphasis on Amber's backstory, and the people she's wronged in the past. Domestic suspense is just so saturated as a book market, and this one wasn't a memorable standout for me.

Before reading this one you must read “The Last Mrs. Parrish” and “The First Shot” to fully understand and appreciate everything happening in “The Next Mrs. Parrish”. Daphne is trying to move on from her past, while Daisy Anne is on a mission to obtain justice for her late-father, which she believes was murdered by Amber.

As with the previous books, I found myself getting incredibly frustrated with the choices Daphne made. I wanted to shake her and say “what are you doing!!!”
I was anxious the majority of the book, and devoured it in two days. Amber was insufferable and entitled as ever, and I was rooting for her downfall.

This was a five star read for me. Honestly, all Liv Constantine’s books are. They are the Queen of domestic thrillers.

I enjoyed reading this book as much as I enjoyed the first one. It was a quick read that was perfect for vacation.

The Next Mrs. Parrish is SPECTACULAR! I read it in less than 24 hours!

Book one sits among my fav books of all time. I remember how WOWED I was when I read it. This book here..... baby it was worth the wait. Cinematic plot points, wonderful character growth arcs and unexpected conclusions. Liv Constantine are a dynamic duo and powerhouse. They will continue to be auto-buy authors for me. I plan to purchase this book in hardcover immediatelty so I can read it again. AMAZEBALLS!

Daphne has got to return to Bishops Harbor. Her oldest daughter is insisting on seeing her dad. Daphne never dreamed she would have to go back. She thinks she is stronger now and can handle seeing Jackson. She also thinks she is prepared for anything he can throw at her…but is she?

Then there is Amber. She is the one married to Jackson now. But she has her own agenda and she is not going to wait on Jackson for any of her plans.

This story has a lot of moving parts and the manipulations are over the top! I am in the minority on my review. I just did not like anyone in this book! I mean…honestly…too awful for words. And don’t get me started on one of the children…I would have had to do more than her mom did to her for her bad behavior. I think she made me the maddest of the bunch. And that is saying something.

Now, I love Liv Constantine’s books and I have read several of her books and have given all of them 5 stars. This one just did not sit right with me. It just seemed a bit disjointed and rough around the edges. But don’t worry…I am still going to sit on pins and needles waiting on her next one. This one is just not my favorite.

I received this novel from the publisher for a honest review.

What a tangled web Liv Constantine weaves in The Next Mrs. Parrish, the sequel to The Last Mrs. Parrish. The second story opens a while after the first story ends. Daphne is in CA, raising her two daughters and trying to heal past wounds inflicted by her toxic marriage to Jackson, who is currently in prison for tax evasion. And Amber, the new Mrs. Parrish, is the Queen Bee of society. While I didn’t tear through this book like I did the first, it was very entertaining and perfect for people who love to read about rich people being awful and rich. I recommend reading The Last Mrs. Parrish before diving into The Next Mrs. Parrish, as the story in the second book leans heavily on the first.

Thank you to NetGalley, Random House Publishing, & of course the dynamic duo, LIV CONSTANTINE for my ARC copy of this book! I was SO excited!

First and foremost, the gasp I gusped when I found out there was going to be a sequel to one of my OG favorite thrillers 😱 Daphne, Jackson, and Amber are back and messier than ever! This series keeps you on the edge of your seat because you literally never know what Jackson and Amber are going to do next. It’s definitely giving dramatic Lifetime movie vibes— in a good way!

Everyone go grab your copy today!!!!

👍🏻:
-Constant scheming
-A new face joining in on the scheming
-Meredith (probably the only sane one/voice of reason)
-Quick pacing
-Can’t trust anyone

👎🏻:
-Jackson & Amber: they’re so much always and ALWAYS find a way
-Constant false hope lol
-I missed the build-up of suspense from the first novel. This one was more chaotic.

I read The Last Mrs. Parrish and when I saw there was a sequel, I couldn't start reading it fast enough. The lies and manipulation had me coming back to see what happens to Daphne, Amber and Jackson.

Amber is still despicable and ruthless and is still married to Jackson Parrish, who was sent to prison for tax fraud in the first book. Daphne moved to California to leave her old life behind and to have to never see Jackson again. Jackson is set to be released from prison and he plans on taking his life back. Daphne and Jackson's first daughter, Tallulah, is missing her father so Daphne sets up a summer trip for her daughters to see their father. We also get introduced to a new character, Daisy Ann, and I loved her role in this story.

This book was WORTH the wait. Being thrown back into this world and seeing all three points of view made me remember how much I loved the first book. I definitely recommend reading the first book before diving into this one.

Thank you to NetGalley & Random House Publishing Group for the ARC!

Loved this sequel so much! It was fast paced, exciting, and a fun read. So much of what I loved about the Last Mrs. Parrish was in this book. The writing is great, the storyline is addictive and the characters are so well done. I can’t wait to meet one of the authors next week! I just recently found out it’s a sister duo! This is a great thriller! I highly recommend!

This is rare for me: the sequel was better than the first! While I still really liked "The Last Mrs. Parrish," this one went to the next level with the turns, the betrayal, the deceit!

We get reunited with Daphne and Amber, while meeting Daisy Ann. Daphne has moved to California with her daughters in the wake of her divorce and freedom from Jackson. Amber is adjusting to having Jackson in prison and having to live beneath her wants. Daisy Ann is the seemingly boring housewife who just wants retribution for a death that was ruled an accident. When Daphne's children are determined to go back to Connecticut to see their dad, Daphne knows that she has to play with fire in order to protect those she loves, but is she any match for the likes of Jackson and Amber? What about newcomer, Daisy Ann?


I was definitely guessing on this book from beginning to end.
My BIGGEST frustration and why this is probably more of a 4.5 star read for me is that we go back and forth between 1st and 3rd POV. Amber and Daisy Ann tell our story from 3rd person while Daphne is a 1st person. It definitely kept throwing me for a loop.
The "me against the world' attitude from Amber actually made me want to root for her, even with how evil she was proven in the first book. I love a good underdog story so the fact that she was so determined to do get revenge was one of my favorite character point.
I didn't really feel like Daisy Ann added much to the book, but her storyline gave for some great drama and plot twists!
There were minor things that kept popping up throughout the book (I'm pretty sure I wrote IDIOT beside Daphne's name about 20 times), but I thoroughly enjoyed the story, so it didn't bother me that much.
The ending definitely came out of nowhere, but made room for another book, maybe? I hope we get to see these characters again!
Thank you to Random House Publishing Group - Ballentine and Netgalley for an eARC of this book! All opinions are my own!

This was one of my most anticipated reads this year! I loved the first book so much and I was wondering if the second book would live up to the hype. I’m glad to say that it did! Every bit of this story was thrilling and entertaining! Amber is the type of character you love to hate and that husband you just want to toss him! Another hit for Liv Constantine!

I wasn’t expecting a sequel to the first book at all and went into this one tentatively. I was surprised! This picked up in a great spot after the first book, following the characters Jackson, Amber, and Daphne and where they are now.
The glimpse into Amber’s past, a peek into Daphne’s present made for an amazing plot.
As a reader, I continued to feel for Daphne, get angry with Jackson and Amber, and want to wrap my arms around the kids.
This sequel was fabulous!

Amber and Daphne return in the sequel to The Last Mrs Parrish. I wasn't sure if I really wanted to tackle another Parrish book since I wasn't happy with the ending of the first book, but I took the chance. And i must say i thoroughly enjoyed myself. The book was an easy and quick read, a great way to spend a weekend. There were some twists, one in particular that made me utter some not so nice cuss words 🤬, and some of the characters were still miserable. It was actually kind of hard to root for anyone in this story. But in this instance, it works.

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for an opportunity to read and review honestly an advanced digital copy

This entire series is a must read and leaves readers wanting more ! The Next Mrs Parish by Liv Constantine is a thriller of salacious drama and danger. The way the story keeps your attention while reading, making you forget all reality!!! I will always recommend Live Constantine, especially The Next Mrs Parish- jaw dropping. So grateful to Netgalley fir this opportunity to read.

"The Next Mrs. Parrish" delivers a thrilling sequel that lives up to the suspense and drama of "The Last Mrs. Parrish." Let me just say, "IT DID NOT DISSAPOINT!" While it can be read as a stand-alone, diving into "The Last Mrs. Parrish" first enriches the experience, providing context and deepening the appreciation for Amber's return with all her despicably intriguing antics. Married to Jackson Parrish and now a mother to Jax—poor kid—Amber remains a character I love to loathe, her manipulative charm and cunning ways are unmatched.

Daphne, the former Mrs. Parrish returns to town after trying to move on from her past, adding more complex drama to the story. The introduction of a new character, Daisy Ann, proves to be a brilliant addition, weaving her story seamlessly into the web of deceit and ambition. All of the characters' lives intertwine, unfolding in a jaw-dropping sequence of events that kept me glued to the pages. The novel brims with secrets, lies, and plot twists that escalate the tension with each chapter. Just when you think you have it figured out, a new revelation turns everything upside down. The ending is nothing short of spectacular and left me reeling, picking my jaw up off the floor. It's the kind of conclusion that demands a moment to catch your breath and reflect on the rollercoaster ride of emotions.

Overall, "The Next Mrs. Parrish" earns a solid 4-star rating from me. It's a gripping tale of ambition, betrayal, and revenge, perfectly suited for anyone who enjoys a psychological thriller. Grab a glass of wine and prepare to binge-read this exhilarating sequel—you won't regret it.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC copy. This was such an interesting sequel to The Last Mrs Parrish. I wanted to get through it as quickly as possible because it was so good I couldn’t wait to piece it together. Without too many spoilers - I was irrationally angry with how obtuse Daphne could be at times and saw some things with regards to her story line predictable. Amber also rejoins us in this sequel and is just as terrible as ever. My favorite character though was Daisy Ann and I loved how the characters came together at the end.

Review published on Brittany.reads.books on Instagram on 6/18/24

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The follow up book to The Last Mrs. Parrish and it didn’t disappoint at all! I enjoyed it so much. The first one was just so good and I don’t know if you can ever beat that, but this was a very good second. It was full of twists and turns that I didn’t see coming. Jackson and Amber are the worst! Jackson easily makes it in my top 3 characters I despise and Amber, well I just love to hate Amber. Her character is horrible, but in a good way. I better not forget to mention the ending… it was very satisfying.

Read this if you like:
🎢 Suspense
🎭 Unlikeable characters
🎢 Domestic thrillers
🎭 Drama

Thank you to Random House Publishing, the author Liv Constantine and NetGalley for the electronic advanced copy of the book!