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The Perfect Divorce is an emotional rollercoaster wrapped in plot twist and constant questioning. From the very first page, I was hooked by the raw honesty and layered storytelling. Jeneva Rose has a gift for creating characters that feel real. There were so many plot twist within this story that I just stopped guessing what I thought was going to happen next.

Sarah isn’t the typical wife. She’s sharp, self-assured, and fiercely independent. But what makes her stand out is how layered and intelligent she is. Beneath her polished surface lies someone who’s still grappling with the decisions of her past that may come back to haunt her. But never underestimate Sarah Morgan because she’s always 10 steps ahead. Once she sets her mind to something best believe she’s going to handle it.

Poor Bob didn’t know what was coming to him. Sarah had him losing his mind without even laying a finger on him. I was really hoping Bob came out on top in the divorce and Sarah got what she deserved. If you read the first book and enjoyed it, then you’re going to love The Perfect Divorce! The sequel was way better than the first book!

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The Perfect Divorce is the sequel to Jeneva Rose’s thriller “The Perfect Marriage.”
HOWEVER, it can be read as a standalone. Be prepared for a page turner, suspenseful, unexpected twists, on the edge of your seat, are you kidding me events one after another.
Eleven years have passed since Sarah defended her husband, Adam, against charges of murdering his mistress. (The Perfect Marriage). Sarah remarries. She has a daughter with her new husband Bob.
After a decade of marriage she learns Bob has a one-night stand. She files for divorce. Bob begs for forgiveness and Sarah won’t hear of it. He becomes aggressive in the divorce with threats of soul custody if their child etc. THEN his one night stand goes missing. This turn of events becomes a game of cat and mouse between the couple. I needed a board with colored tacks and string to figure who was attacking who. Kept me guessing the entire book. Everything ties together and I held my head after with thoughts of WTH. Fast read with each chapter being a different POV or characters side of events.
A must read!
Thank you NetGalley.
Thank you Blackstone Publishing for an ARC read in exchange for my review

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Here's the revised review without mentioning the time jump:

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**Review: The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose**

Jeneva Rose’s *The Perfect Divorce* continues the story of Sarah and Bob, diving deeper into their tumultuous relationship. The sequel expertly picks up from where the original book left off, maintaining the same tone and themes while introducing new layers of complexity.

One of the standout elements is the character development. Sarah, as a protagonist, remains as formidable as ever, with her complex motivations and internal struggles driving the narrative. Bob, her husband, also retains his strong presence, and their relationship continues to be fraught with tension. Both characters are capable of surprising strength and depth, keeping the reader invested in their journey.

The real star of *The Perfect Divorce*, however, is the plot. Rose does a brilliant job of keeping the readers on edge with an array of unexpected twists and turns. Just when you think you know where the story is going, the narrative shifts in ways that not only surprise but also make perfect sense within the context of the story. The pacing is spot-on, ensuring that the suspense never lets up.

As someone who received an advanced reader copy from NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing, I can confidently say that *The Perfect Divorce* delivers a thrilling and satisfying sequel that fans of the first book won’t want to miss. It’s a gripping psychological thriller that expertly navigates the complexities of relationships, power, and revenge.

I would give this book 5 out of 5 stars. Highly recommended!

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Well she has done it again!
And like myself I’m pretty sure we have been waiting for this book for such a long time!

I’m so excited and happy for Rose!

The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose was an absolutely gripping, edge-of-your-seat psychological thriller that kept me reading late into the night.

Her style of writing is just fantastic as the characters, story, plot, twists, turns, and everything else in between were all great.
I could NOT stop turning the pages.
If you are looking for a twisty ride that will keep you guessing, look no more!
The book is fast paced and suspenseful with a constant underlying feeling of foreboding and dread.
Every twist shocked me and I kept gasping every time something unexpected happened. I was incredibly invested in the characters and that made it really easy to follow.

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Sarah Morgan is back and I couldn’t be more excited! Jeneva Rose is a stunning author, and this book is truly fantastic. The sequel picks up where The Perfect Marriage left off, with Sarah now starting the divorce process with her new husband, Bob Miller.


Throughout the book are completely unexpected twists and turns that are masterfully crafted. I thought telling from multiple points of view helped, especially the inclusion of the officer on the case. I appreciated the new character of Summer, Sarah and Bob’s daughter, because she added depth to Sarah’s character. Also, this is the first time I have read the acknowledgments in a book and actually gotten excited.

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A total page turner. I couldn’t decide if I liked or hated Sarah Morgan. Throughout the entire book, I was so torn. I couldn’t out it down and thoroughly enjoyed this one!
10/10 recommend!!

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So glad i got to read this book! Every Jeneva Rose book is full of twists and turns and this one was no exception ❤️ Cant wait to get my physical copy!

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This book was an amazing sequel to The Perfect Marriage. The amount of detail was on par as well as the plot. I enjoyed the new characters that heightened the old ones from book one. The pace was great and well timed. The ending left me shocked and I can’t wait to see if the story continues. Which I hope I does because she is an amazing story teller.

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I just finished reading "The Perfect Divorce" by Jeneva Rose. Many thanks to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for the advanced copy in return for an honest review.
First off, I strongly recomment you read the first book in this series "The Perfect Marriage" for a great introduction to the main character of the story, a super confident, super crafty female lawyer named Sarah Morgan. She is a tour de force who refuses to be taken aback by anyone, especially her husband. This time, she is seeking a divorce from her socond husband Bob, who cheated on her, and despite his insistance that it was a one time thing, she refuses to change her mine. But this time she has a daughte, Summer, and she needs to protect her at all costs.
To make matters worse, there is a revelation in the book that the murder that her first husband was convicted of (in the first book) is being reopened because of police malfeascance, and Sarahis nervous because she has secrets of her own that she wants to keep hidden permanently.
So between her husband being a terrible persone, her secrets being threatened, and new revelations about the death of her first husbands mistress, there is alot of suspense and mystery in this book. Certainly enough to keep you turning the pages of this book to find out the truth.
This book was great because is was written by someone who knows when to divulge just enough information to make the story interesting and not frustrating. There was one complaint, and that is that there were a few details and questions left unanswered. But, maybe because there is a third book on the horizon abotu Ms. Sarah Morgan. I so, I am the first in line to read it.
Strongly recommend this book. You wont be disappointed.

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Jeneva Rose delivers another gripping and fast-paced thriller in The Perfect Divorce, a sequel that effortlessly builds on the momentum of its predecessor while standing firmly on its own. This installment plunges readers even deeper into a world of murder, betrayal, and razor-sharp twists.

Rose does a masterful job picking up where the first book left off, creating a seamless continuation that expands the storyline without rehashing the past. Her ability to craft a fresh narrative while honoring the original is impressive, offering both new tension and familiar intrigue.

What truly sets this novel apart is Rose’s signature wit. Her sharp, clever prose adds a dynamic edge to the suspense, making even the darkest turns engaging and entertaining. The Perfect Divorce is a testament to Jeneva Rose’s talent for blending thrilling plotlines with smart, nuanced storytelling. She continues to prove why she’s a standout voice in the psychological thriller genre.

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The sequel is a fireworks display in comparison to the first book! Sarah is baaaack with a vengeance! This one is a rollercoaster of thrills from start to finish! Just when you think you've cracked the plot, think again! The storyline dives into the shadows with some spine-chilling moments that'll have you gripping your seat for dear life. It's a lightning-fast read packed with unexpected plot twists and surprises. This one outshines the debut book by a mile! Trust me, disappointment is not on the menu!
Thank you for the arc’ NetGalley so glad I was able to read this book ahead of time. I will be buying the physical copy.

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This might be my most favorite Jeneva Rose book so far...

The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose picks up 11 years after The Perfect Marriage. Sarah Morgan, now remarried and a mother, files for divorce after discovering her husband Bob’s affair. As their split turns messy, new DNA evidence reopens her ex-husband Adam’s old murder case. When Bob’s mistress goes missing, suspicion falls on both Sarah and Bob, pulling them into a tense game of secrets, betrayal, and suspense.

I LOVED this one!! I read The Perfect Marriage two years ago and really enjoyed that one, but I agree with several of the reviews I’ve seen that people claimed this book was better than the first. My favorite thing about this duology/series is that Jeneva’s twists are so thought out and you can tell she puts a lot of planning into the plot and twists. The number of characters did confuse me at first, and there were characters mentioned that I had forgotten about, so I recommend reading these two books back-to-back or at least close to one another. I’m so glad we got another story from Sarah Morgan’s POV!

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The Perfect Divorce
Jeneva Rose

“My client has no interest in reconciling the marriage,”

The sequel to the bestselling thriller The Perfect Marriage; till death do us part. Yours. Not mine.

‘To me trust is like glass. Once you break it, you can’t put it back together - and even if you tried, you’d end up cutting yourself in the process. So, you may as well just throw it away.’

It’s been eleven years since attorney Sarah Morgan defended her husband Adam against the charge of murdering his mistress. Sarah has moved on, starting a family and changing career trajectory. When Sarah finds out Bob (new husband) engaged in a one night stand, she instantly files for divorce. Amid their ugly separation, new DNA evidence is uncovered in the case against Adam, forcing the police to reopen the investigation. When the woman Bob had the one night stand with is reported missing, he and Sarah start to fight dirty and a high stakes game of cat and mouse ensues.

‘You have to pick your battles, and he and I are already at war.’

If you’ve read The Perfect Marriage you know just how cunning and manipulative Sarah is. Everything is so calculated and to be in her crosshairs is paramount to a death sentence.

‘I just need to beat her at her own game, and the only way I’m going go do that is if I accelerate my pace and do what she thinks I’m incapable of. Because if anyone can best Sarah, it’s me.’

A real the truth is stranger than fiction case. Twist after twist and many moving parts. Very easy to binge read. Multiple POV chapters.

‘I respect time more than anything, as it’s our most valuable resource. Money comes and goes, but time only goes. Not a lot of people realize that.’

Thank you so much to for my arc. The Perfect Divorce is out tomorrow, the 15th April!

(Posted 14th April 2025)

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Plot twist queen is at it again! This book is everything I wanted from a sequel, I have truly nothing bad to say. I loved every second of it, and couldn’t put it down!

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I really started to enjoy this book about 50% in, which I did not feel with the first book in this series . I found the plot of this book harder to get into as I did not feel hooked into the drama as easily, maybe because I already knew the characters and had a sense of who was and was not trustworthy and likable. I of course enjoyed Rose’s writing as much as I did in TPM, but the plot didn’t feel as twisty as TPM. I was able to predict the ending fairly easily given the ending of the first book, but I did enjoy the ending in the fact that I wanted to know how everything played out and who we could trust and who we couldn’t. I honestly did not care for the Sheriff’s POV chapters, it felt like more telling than showing related to the investigation. What could be worked better was letting the investigation unfold from the perspectives of Sarah, Bob, and our mystery character, as I found those chapters much more engaging, especially the mystery character. Having the mystery character throw in more hints or red herrings for the reader may have been more engaging than hearing so frequently about the details of the actual investigation. Overall I did enjoy parts of this book, it just could have had used some slight changes to make the reader think a little more about what might happen.

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After absolutely loving The Perfect Marriage, I was thrilled when I found out that Jeneva Rose was writing a sequel and even more thrilled when I received an advanced copy of it!

The Perfect Divorce is a perfect continuation of Sarah Morgan’s story. I think knowing what happened in The Perfect Marriage makes this book a little bit more predictable, because you know the type of people that the main characters are but I still loved reading this book. It was a quick, easy read and I could not put it down. I can’t wait to see what is next for Sarah Morgan!

Thank you to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for providing me with an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

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I loved “The Perfect Marriage” so I was super excited to read this one. In *The Perfect Divorce*, Jeneva Rose delivers a sharp, gripping, and emotionally charged narrative that will captivate readers from the first page to the last. This contemporary thriller takes the often-stigmatized topic of divorce and spins it into a compelling, high-stakes drama that explores love, betrayal, and the boundaries of trust.

The story follows the tumultuous relationship between a married couple, whose divorce, rather than being a simple legal process, becomes a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. Rose’s prose is sleek, easy to follow, and filled with enough twists to keep readers on the edge of their seats. The characters are expertly drawn—flawed, complex, and fully human.

The plot twists in this novel are nothing short of thrilling. Just when you think you’ve figured out where the story is heading, Rose pulls the rug out from under you with a brilliant twist that leaves you rethinking everything you thought you knew. The unpredictability of the storyline makes this book nearly impossible to put down, and the clever way the author weaves in subtle foreshadowing ensures that when the surprises arrive, they feel earned and satisfying.

While the story itself is a rollercoaster of suspense, it’s Rose’s ability to capture the psychological depth of her characters that truly sets *The Perfect Divorce* apart. Whether you’re familiar with the pain of a breakup or not, you’ll find yourself fully invested in the fates of the characters and their emotional journeys. It’s a novel that speaks to anyone who has ever questioned what happens when a relationship breaks down, or what lengths people might go to in the pursuit of freedom—or revenge.

In short, *The Perfect Divorce* is a thrilling, emotional ride that’s well worth the read. Jeneva Rose has crafted a novel that’s as intelligent as it is entertaining, and it will undoubtedly keep you hooked until the very last page. If you’re a fan of psychological thrillers with a deep emotional core, this book is an absolute must-read.

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Sarah Morgan is back.

This time she is married to Bob Miller with a young daughter. She has recently caught him cheating and has filed for a divorce. He has not been agreeing to the divorce in their few meetings.

Soon, the woman he cheated with goes missing with incriminating texts for Bob. Then the woman who cuts his hair goes missing -- right after his late-night appointment with her. A little too coincidental, huh?

I have to admit that it was fun to see Bob start to lose it and him to think he had the upper hand with Sarah.

There is a lot going on in this book. Too much. I really didn't get the connection of the ex-sheriff's case and what it had to do with this story. Plus, this whole thing is so far-fetched. You really need to suspend disbelief at the end.

Thank you to Blackstone Publishing and NetGalley for an advanced readers copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Jeneva does it again! Jenevas books always keep me captivated and on the edge of my seat. There's always a gripping twist I didn't see coming-no matter how hard I tried to guess.
I can't wait to be able to share her latest work with my patrons at the library. They are going to love this, just as much as I do.

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Jeneva does it again!!! I truly could not put this one down - except when I was forced to adult & go to work & parent my dear sweet child who wouldn’t let me just read this book.

The twists, the turns… This book will keep you guessing & wanting more until the very end.

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