An easy listen full of twists and turns you won't see coming. I was able to guess a few of the twists but there were a whole lot more that hit me like whiplash and I was like umm what? I didn't see that coming! I love books that are a quick smooth listen and this book was definitely one of those. It kept me hooked and questioning everyone.

Emily Shiner does not disappoint with The Nanny Share! This psychological thriller is packed with suspense, secrets, and shocking twists that had me completely hooked from start to finish. The eerie gated community, the unraveling marriages, and the missing little girls create an atmosphere of pure tension, making every chapter more gripping than the last.

Ashley Rose Kaplan’s narration brings every character to life, adding an extra layer of intensity to an already chilling story. Just when I thought I had it figured out, another twist sent me spiraling.

For fans of The Housemaid and The Perfect Marriage, this is an absolute must-listen. Suspenseful, addictive, and masterfully crafted—The Nanny Share will keep you on edge until the final reveal!

4 Stars - Big thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC audiobook of 'The Nanny Share'! This was a solid 'whodunnit', packed with secrets hiding in every corner. While the character list wasn’t overwhelming, it was just enough that I found myself needing to map out who was who. I even checked reviews to see if anyone else had done the work for me—so if you need a quick reference, here it is!

* Ryan and Allison Brown are married with a daughter, Nealie.
* Carrie and Daniel are married with a daughter, Emma.
* Ryan and Daniel were former colleagues until Ryan fired Daniel.
* Allison and Carrie were best friends but had a falling out months ago.
* Julie is the nanny for both families, and her boyfriend is Theo.
* Kate is the detective investigating the missing girls.

The story was a bit far-fetched at times—I even laughed at a few over-the-top moments—but it kept me hooked! The twists and hidden connections unraveled right up until the very last second, making for an entertaining ride.

If you’re looking for a book that is like a roller coaster with several loops and twists, this is it. All the way to the end, things were surprising me. It was a good concept, but I listened to this one and there were a few times I was lost on which character was narrating. Perhaps this would be better in print to save from that issue.

Two families. Intertwined Friendships. A wealthy neighborhood. Whispers. Lies. Secrets. A nanny for both families. Her boyfriend. The detective. Two young girls go missing on the same night! Who did it? Who is behind it? Why? Are the girls safe? Who knows what? Who did what? What is really going on? The Nanny Share is one of those thrillers for fans of Freida McFadden and Ruth Ware. Twists you don’t see coming. Ashley Rose Kaplan does a great job as narrator. There were a few sections where it seemed like it was over the top especially when Allison was speaking and with the adaption of what seemed to be a southern accent. Otherwise thoroughly enjoyed. The storyline kept me engaged the entire time and I wanted to keep listening to find out what was going to happen next. The author did a great job wrapping up the story and including an epilogue. You don’t have a clue what really happened until the end. Would definitely recommend this one and now want to grab others by Shiner. This would make a great book club discussion.

Unfortunately I didn't enjoy this one at all. The writing style was just not pulling me in, the dialogue didn't ring true, and no one seemed to be quite alarmed enough that these two children were missing. The narrator was fine, not necessarily memorable, but not part of the reason I didn't enjoy the story.

This book had so many twists ! I really enjoyed the fast paced storyline and the narration. I loved how the author kept making you think you knew what was going on but then another twist comes in. Def recommend this one. 💸

The Nanny Share is about the disappearance of two little girls who just so happen to live in the same neighbourhood and have the same Nanny.
The characters are all hiding something which are drawn out throughout in an intricate plot. Though the entire story takes place on a small "set" the characters are well developed and relatable.

"The Nanny Share" by Emily Shiner is a truly addictive story with dark secrets, unpredictable twists and turns (none of my theories/guess hit the spot!)
 


I got both the audiobook and e-book from NetGalley so, thank you for both ARCs!

Now that was a ride! I’m not sure I’ve ever read a thriller where so much happens in just one day. There were many reveals throughout, and I did find myself confused at times. I think that might have been because there were quite a few characters to get used to, so I ended up writing down each one and how they related to one another to keep track. This was especially helpful in the early chapters.

I didn’t like any of the characters; there wasn’t a single one with any redeemable qualities. The detective behaved unlike any detective I’ve ever read about before—asking questions in such an unofficial capacity that I can't believe anyone could be successfully sentenced in a court of law! The most unbelievable part, though, was how the parents acted while their young daughters were missing. They were all so selfish. At times, it even seemed like they had completely forgotten that their children were gone. Because of this, I had to suspend my disbelief in order to enjoy the story.

The author included a lot of dialogue, and by the end, I felt like I really got to know the characters. I just wish as much attention had been paid to the settings of the book.

I received an audiobook ARC, so I want to mention the narrator, Ashley Rose Kaplan. Her performance was genuinely one of the best audiobook performances I’ve heard. I always listen to audiobooks at a faster speed, and this book was no exception. I found it easy to listen to at 1.5x speed. I honestly thought the book was narrated by more than one person, which goes to show how well Kaplan was able to portray multiple characters. I was especially impressed by her male tones.

That said, if you’re looking for a popcorn thriller with lots of twists, turns, and intrigue among a large cast of characters, you could do worse than this novel. If you’re an audiobook listener, definitely give this one a try.

Thanks to @netgalley, @bookouture, and @emilyshiner for the Audible ARC of this novel.

Emily Shiner books are usually hit or miss for me. They read like Frieda McFadden so they’re totally bingeable for a one sitting kind of read. This one wasn’t bad but wasn’t as interesting as a couple of the other books I’ve read by her before. The storyline was fine, there just wasn’t a lot to it. There were a lot of characters and perspectives which I think kept me going for the most part. The ending wasn’t mind blowing but it was infuriating either.

I really liked this book!

I was able to listen to it via an audio from McMillan audio, and while I don’t believe there are any spoilers ahead, I will say there’s going to be because I’m going to be pretty descriptive with certain things.

These characters were not at all likable. You ended up, hating most of them by the end. People were definitely not who they said they were. And in the end, I was completely fooled and stumped, which is my favorite thing in a really good mystery.

I found it hard to distinguish between the two couples, but really really liked the drama and suspense between the two. In the end, definitely didn’t see it coming and made it even more likable.

This book has trigger warnings like murder, kidnapping of children, cheating, and just some crazy ass people.

I definitely recommend this book. If you like something that’s semi-fast paced, will have you on the edge of your seat and leave you reeling!

4.25-4.5⭐️

My first book by this author, I had the audiobook of this psychological thriller read by Ashley Rose Kaplan who does a good job. Unusually for me I found this one better at a slightly faster speed.

Two girls go missing in an exclusive gated community, the common denominator is they share a Nanny.
All of the characters come across as being suspicious in that they all have secrets.
Alison and Carrie used to be best friends, their husbands worked together.
It’s an intricately interwoven plot with several perspectives and quite a lot of characters so I kept a list, although sometimes they are referred to by surname only and it took awhile to identify which surname belonged to which family.
Due to the complexity it’s one that you need to really concentrate on.

Non of the characters are likeable, but that didn’t stop me thoroughly enjoying this wild ride of a story which reminded me of Freida McFadden.

In summary it’s complex, intricate and intertwined fast paced and a wild entertaining ride.

A tale of many twists made for a good read. Two children with a shared nanny go missing. It’s obviously the nanny’s fault … or is it? One of those books which leave you feeling shocked without a nice neatly tied up ending.

This was a good book! Twists and turns I never saw coming!! She does a great job developing characters and the end was a shock to me!!

Imagine an exclusive gated community where neighbors and friends are harboring dark secrets. Welcome to The Nanny Share, the gripping psychological thriller set in Blackwood where two little girls have gone missing. The clock to find them is ticking and with each moment that passes it seems as though a new secret is about to be revealed.

The book tells the story of two families that have been best friends for years who are suddenly no longer speaking to each other, and the nanny who looks after their daughters. When the little girls go missing, everyone is a suspect as they each cling desperately to their own secrets, trying to keep them from coming out! Will all the secrets be revealed? Will the girls be found in time? The only way to find out is to get your copy and dive in!

This was my first book by author Emily Shiner but will not be my last! It grabbed my attention from the very beginning and kept me guessing up until the end. There were no shortages of twists and surprises.

Thank you to Bookouture for the ARC of the audio version of this book. It was superbly done, and the narrator was excellent.

I listened to the audiobook and the narrator did a great job making each character’s voice different from the others. The storyline was interesting and kept my attention throughout. Lots of twists and turns, highly recommend!

Woah. What a crazy book. Told in multiple pov with lots of drama and criminal activity in a rich people community but sadly with no likable characters. Everybody sucks. Totally. I didn't see the ending coming.

Well well well this was actually like watching a movie in my head. That's how well this plot, story, and narration all went together fantasticly well choreographed!

The Nanny Share definitely has alot of plot twists it is very fast paced and litrally starts off from the very beginning we are off and running 2 little girls Emma and Neallie both dissappear in the middle of the night from their homes in what is known to be one of if not the safest gated community in the area with no explanation... The girls' parents who lived 2 doors down were old friends, colleagues and the children were friends hence they even had the same nanny so what happened to them? Did they run away? Did someone abduct the children?

It doesn't take long for Detective Kate to get the phone call, and she is immediately at the scene beginning investigations. From there, the plot thickens both sets of parents seem to be hesitatant to answer questions regarding each other, why what are they all trying to hide? Behind the shadows, they all seem to have their own agendas with lots of different secrets and stories to tell that builds a bigger picture alongside of course our lovely nanny. Nothing is really ever as it seems in this suburban well to do street where the hedges are all so perfectly aligned, their lives most definitely are not in the same alignment and sadly all these secrets and lies leads to alot of different things unfolding that could have been prevented... but then we simply wouldn't have this wonderful story...!!

Many thanks to Netgalley & Bookouture Audio for this ELC in return for an open, honest review. Best wishes for publication on 21st February. I'm sure this will be a top seller 📚🎧♥️🙏🏼🌟

Wish I could give 4.5 stars.
I listened to this audiobook and finished it all within a day. With multiple POVs, tension and build up, questioning what is going on... this book delivered. Just when I thought I knew what was going on, new information would come to light and change my assumptions.
Easy to listen to, straight into the plot. I absolutely recommend this book and look forward to reading her other novel!