The perfect friend was a very twisty thriller which had me on the edge of my seat throughout. Told from different perspectives which I love as it helps build the tension up. The characters are so well developed you can’t help but keep reading to find out what is going to happen to them. Such a fantastic thriller which I can’t wait to recommend. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for my advanced copy.

A real twisty tale told from several of the characters. Fast paced and suspenseful i was left reading late into the night. My thanks to netgalley and the publisher for my early copy.

"The Perfect Friend" by J.V Cardy is a gripping psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. Cardy's writing is captivating, drawing readers into the complex and twisted relationship between Anna and Lou.

The character development in this novel is superb, particularly in portraying the psychological turmoil of both Anna and Lou. The author skillfully explores the depths of their friendship, blurring the lines between loyalty and manipulation. The tension between the two characters is palpable, creating a sense of unease that lingers throughout the story.

Cardy's storytelling is masterful, weaving a tale of suspense and unpredictability. The plot twists and turns keep readers guessing, and the pacing is spot-on, ensuring that the suspense never wavers.

"The Perfect Friend" is a thrilling and thought-provoking read that delves into the lengths people will go to protect their secrets and the consequences that follow. I really enjoyed this book

Back in 1996, a horrible crime was committed by Lou and she had her bff Anna as an accomplice. They held this secret for many many years. Then comes along Daniel who married Anna and boy do the lies, secrets, and revenge come out! I was glued to this from the very first page. Gripping until the end! Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this early release in exchange for my honest review. I believe this is a debut for this author. Looking forward to many more books by JV Cardy

This was so exciting, to see how an old friend can derail and demand like Lou does in this book makes it so tense and full of suspense as her control of Anna gets increasingly worrying.

Anna receives a strange text one night saying "I want to confess " and knows it's from old school friend louise. Anna's life is going well with a good job, husband and son. Louise's life not so good as she is into drugs and prostitution and living rough. After she meets up with louise and invites her to live with them awhile things go downhill as louise uses a horrible secret from their past to manipulate Anna.
Told from contrasting chapters of Anna, Louise, and sometimes Daniel, Anna's husband there are so many twists and turns as Anna and Louise take turns having the upper hand and manipulating each other. Fast paced and suspenfull with a good ending.