The Perfect Marriage Hardcover – Unabridged, November 26, 2024

This was such a great read and keeps you on your toes. I would read it again. Can't wait to read this the second book

This one surprised me. Honestly, I went in with low expectations because I'm not often a fan of books "everyone recommends". I noticed however, the sequel to this book, The Perfect Divorce, had recently been released and the premise sounded interesting, but knew if I wanted to read it, I should start at the beginning.I was sure I had figured out the protagonist fairly early in the book and was prepared for the big let down that so many psychological thrillers offer. Boy, was I wrong! This book had many twists and the big reveal at the end surprised me. I would say the writing compares best to Frieda McFadden with a little more sophistication. I was thoroughly entertained. Strongly recommended!

The Perfect Marriage is one of the most gripping psychological thrillers I’ve read in a long time. From the first chapter, I was hooked. The story centers around Sarah Morgan, a top defense attorney, who’s forced to defend her own husband after he’s accused of murdering his mistress. The tension, the twists, and the emotional layers had me flipping pages late into the night.I loved the alternating perspectives—it kept me second-guessing everyone’s motives, and just when I thought I had it figured out, another shocking twist hit. Sarah is a brilliantly crafted character: intelligent, composed, but deeply human. Adam, on the other hand, keeps you wondering what he’s truly hiding.The ending was absolutely wild and satisfying. I didn’t see it coming at all. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves suspense, courtroom drama, and stories about the dark sides of marriage. Highly recommend!

It started off strong—total page turner. But the deeper I got, the more ridiculous it became. I spent the last 40% of the book rolling my eyes and questioning my life choices. I still had to see how it ended, aaaaaaand I hate endings like this! It pisses me off when authors try to dupe the reader. 🙄 The characters were unlikable and it wasn’t believable. Also, while the editing may be better than the earlier versions, it still needs work.So, why three stars? Because, somehow, I still want to read the sequel. I know. I’m judging me too. 🫣 But it’s free on KU, and clearly, I’ve formed some kind of toxic bond with this story. The author may have broken my trust, but she kept my attention.Maybe The Perfect Divorce will redeem her. Or the book. Or me. 🤨

Holy plot twists, Batman! The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose left me completely mind-blown in the best way possible. I went into this thriller/mystery expecting suspense, but what I got was a masterclass in misdirection and a finale that had me sitting there, mouth open, questioning everything I thought I knew. I read this book in less than 24 hours, and now I’m desperately counting down until The Perfect Divorce comes out in April.The story follows Sarah Morgan, a badass defense attorney whose life takes a wild turn when her husband, Adam, is arrested for the murder of his mistress. What follows is a tangled web of secrets, lies, and manipulation that kept me guessing until the very end. I was so sure I knew who was behind the murder—multiple times—and every single time, I was wrong. The way Jeneva weaves the word perfect throughout the story is so clever; it ties everything together in ways you don’t even realize until you’re done.The characters were complex and super well-developed. Sarah was a total powerhouse—she plays life like a chess game, always thinking a few steps ahead. Adam, on the other hand, started off as someone I thought I might like, but the more I got to know him, the more I realized how pathetic and whiny he really was. And don’t even get me started on his mom. She reminded me way too much of my ex-mother-in-law, and Jeneva wrote her narcissistic personality perfectly.I really appreciated how authentic Sarah’s emotions felt throughout the story. Her reactions to the events unfolding around her were incredibly relatable, especially when she was balancing the chaos with her usual calm, calculated approach. I found myself connecting with her on a personal level, cheering her on through the mess because I just needed to see her get some kind of redemption by the end.The dialogue throughout the book was sharp, realistic, and at times, absolutely brutal. One moment that stood out to me was in Chapter 46, when Adam’s mother, Eleanor, picks yet another fight with Sarah. Sarah absolutely obliterates her by saying something along the lines of how her son is a liar, a cheater, and possibly a murderer—and that Eleanor’s constant coddling and over-the-top mothering likely played a huge part in the situation they were all in. It was a harsh statement, but honestly, it felt like the truth, and from a real-life perspective, I couldn’t agree more.The pacing was spot-on. Some chapters were longer, but the shorter ones really packed a punch—they were loaded with important details that moved the story forward and kept me glued to the page. Every twist felt natural, not forced, and the ending? Absolutely diabolical. I didn’t see it coming at all, and yet, looking back, all the clues were there.The themes throughout the book added even more layers to the story. Manipulation, betrayal, and broken trust were everywhere—not just between Sarah and Adam but across multiple relationships. Justice and revenge were also big driving forces behind so many of the characters’ decisions, even when they weren’t obvious at first. The psychological manipulation, the secrets, the lies…it all added to the tension, especially with one character who’s clearly living in survival mode as a result of past trauma.I listened to the audiobook while following along on Kindle Unlimited, and the narration was fantastic. I streamed it on Spotify Premium and have already recommended it to three friends—one of whom is already hooked and the other two downloaded it and plan to start after work today. The narrators brought the characters to life, and you could really feel the shifts in tone when the plot intensified. It was a perfect companion to the book itself.If you’re looking for a thriller that keeps you guessing, makes you question everyone, and leaves you desperate for the sequel, The Perfect Marriage is the one to pick up. Good luck figuring it out before the end—you won’t.

Nope, didn't have this one figured out. Did I have a hint deep down? Yeah, maybe twice out of two hundred twenty two times but..... Definitely not the second hand in the kaleidoscope of tales. Every time I thought for sure I knew another twist would come. I loved the characters in this saga. They all played their part very well. I think I had accused in my mind everyone from Mommy Dearest, to the sheriff, to the brother in law, to the husband, the partner and, and, and.... This story was perfectly told in a way that, it could have been anyone. I was shocked when the killer was revealed and will be thinking about this book for some time. Is there really such a thing as a perfect marriage? Probably not. But, a perfect ending. This was harsh beyond words.

This was a nice read. It had the perfect amount of twits, and was still believable. Can’t wait to read the next book.