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Pippa and Gabe live in their dream home in a lovely Australian seaside town. It is not until they move in that they learn that the cliff on their property that they love so much is actually a popular spot for people to end their lives. Gabe has found success in talking people out of jumping, however, one night his luck comes to an end and a woman leaps off the cliff. As police investigate, we learn there may be more than meets the eye and the woman that jumped may not have been a stranger.

Sally Hepworth never lets me down! The Soulmate is an edge of your seat story that really touches on some big difficulties in marriage - think power dynamics, cheating and mental health amongst OTHER things that cannot be revealed without a spoiler! It was addicting to read and put the pieces together about what really happened on that dreadful night. Told in multiple POV and in multiple time frames. I personally enjoyed the POV of the woman that jumped - made it interesting and just a different approach. The main twist at the end really didn’t do it for me, but it was still a great read.

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I am a sucker for a good thriller novel that involves twists and turns. The Soulmate looks at the toxicity that can happen within a marriage. You never know what goes on behind closed doors or betrayals within a marriage. I loved the novel's alternating timeline and getting to hear each character's innermost thoughts. It really added to the build-up of the book. Each chapter is narrated by a different character which made the novel extremely unique and attention-grabbing.

Sally Hepworth has an amazing writing ability that drew me in. The only reason why I did not rate the book higher is not because I didn't like the authors writing style but rather because I could not stand the characters. All of them were toxic in their own way. However, I do find this to be something that the author probably did on purpose. I just was not feeling it at times and the toxicity within each marriage got to be almost too much for me to read.

In a way, it kind of reminded me of the book Gone Girl. I hated the main character's in that book too and this novel was a lot like that for me. The characters are not likable in the slightest. I had a hard time connecting to these characters.

Since I loved Sally's writing style I will for sure try some of her other works going forward because I do believe she is a talented storyteller. The plot is actually quite sad and heart-wrenching at times. I felt for Amanda (the victim) and needed to know how she actually died so that's why I powered through trying to figure out what actually happened to her despite not liking her or the other characters in the book. I was blessed with receiving an advanced reader's copy of this book and overall I am still glad that I read it. Another average thriller read for me.

While I enjoyed reading The Soulmate and wanted to find out what happened, when I got to the ending, it felt a bit lackluster. There wasn’t as much action as in a typical thriller, and I didn’t feel like the “twist” had much of an impact on the actual story. This was just okay. Clearly, this author’s work just isn’t for me.

Thank you to Net Galley and the publisher for an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Hands down such an awesome read. I absolutely love this author. Cannot wait to get the physical book of this when it comes out. The characters are ones that will stick with me for a long time. This is an auto by author .Hands-down such an awesome read. I absolutely love this author, and cannot wait to get the physical book of this when it comes out. The characters are ones that will stick with me for a long time. This is an auto buy author for me. It cannot recommend her books highly enough. You will definitely want to add this one to your collection.

Wow! This is my first book by author, Sally Hepworth and it won't be my last. I am a slow reader, but I finished this book in two days. I could not put it down. I kept telling myself that I had to go to sleep, but this book was too good to put it down. I just had to know what happened next. This book had alternating timelines, a first for me, between the two female characters . The characters were very likeable and the storyline kept me reading - never a dull minute.

Pippa and Gabe's house is near a cliff that has become a place known for suicides. Gabe usually talks the person out of jumping, but this time a woman goes over the edge. Did she jump or was she pushed? Who is this mysterious woman that fell? This book keeps you guessing as the alternating timelines give you a glimpse into the their past and their present. Two families lives are changed. Who actually married their soulmate?

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy. I will definitely be recommending The Soulmate.

I love Sally Hepworth! This is one of her best. The Soulmate is full of everything I look for in an amazing, unputdownable psychological thriller! I was up late late reading this highly anddictive novel in One Sitting!

I couldn’t help but be invested in Gabe and Pippa’s story. The perfect home on a beautiful cliff. A dream. Until they find out that many come to this cliff to end their lives. And while Gabe has a gift to talk some down, others he just can’t help. The Soulmate is an absolute page-turner with an ending that you’ll never see coming! I highly recommend this one! It’s perfect for any bookclub or thriller lover that’s into a a story about secrets and betrayal!

Thank you with all my heart to NetGalley and The Publisher, St Martin’s Press for choosing me to read and review this ARC

Didn’t love. Felt super slow and a struggle to get through. Not many twists and turns as I was hoping for but still entertaining enough. I know thriller lovers will enjoy!

Wow. "The Soulmate" by Sally Hepworth is quite a ride! As usual, she succeeds once again. It is a psychological thriller in the true sense of the word. I could NOT put this book down and the plot twists kept coming. I was up late finishing this book and that is the sign of a strong 5 star read. The chapters alternate between different characters point of views and the chapters also alternate between "Now" and "Then." I am normally not a fan of shorter chapters, but this structure works really well here and helps to keep the momentum going. Gabe and Pippa and their young children live in a cottage along the cliffs in a small town. But the cliffs have become a popular place for people to end their life. Did the latest victim jump or was she pushed? Lots of themes are explored including fidelity, marriage, secrets, betrayal, family, soulmates, and mental health. The book title, cover art, and cover color palette match this story perfectly. Many thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to read an advanced copy. Expected publication date is April 2023.

Pippa and Gabe's house is on a cliff. It' seemed like the most perfect purchase....at first. Until they realized how many people showed up to the cliff....to jump. Gabe becomes a professional at talking people down when one night, he can't. The woman jumps. Her death leads to a chain of events that has Pippa questioning how well she knows her husband and what he's hiding. The story is told in 2 different perspectives, from Pippa's perspective and Amanda's (the now deceased woman). Pippa starts unraveling the story behind the woman on the ledge and her connection to her husband and ultimately, the connection to her. In the process, you learn more about Pippa and the lies she has also been entertaining about her husband and her life to stay afloat. She has to face some hard truths about herself and make difficult decisions for the best of their daughters. No spoilers but he ending is truly a GASP! moment that you didn't see coming. Highly recommend this book if you're looking for an entertaining, page turning read.

One of Sally's best books. It has that usually Sally humor and storytelling. It is a love story but a thriller on top of that. If you have never read a Sally Hepworth book before I recommend picking one up.

I loved this book!! I was reading this as I was raising a newborn, so it took me a bit of time to read but I was constantly thinking about it and hoping to have a few minutes of spare time to get to it. It was so atmospheric-- which is my FAVORITE thing about a book! When I can just feel myself in that setting and truly escape. This one was twisty, with characters I enjoyed. I don't want to give too much away, but will definitely recommend to my friends! Thank you all for letting me read it ahead of time!

Sally Hepworth is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. She builds tension like know one else. This book had me questioning what was going on, who is to be believed, what will happen next, all the way to the satisfying ending!

Another wild ride from Sally Hepworth, picked it up and couldn't put it down until I finished it. Full of secrets and who done it's. Definitely recommend.

The Soulmate is a must read! So many twists and turns until the very end!!

I was drawn in from the first few pages. There was love, mystery, thriller, heart break and many more feelings!

This book makes me want to visit the Ocean but maybe not The Drop.

There’s a cottage on a cliff. Gabe and Pippa’s dream home in a sleepy coastal town. But their perfect house hides something sinister. The tall cliffs have become a popular spot for people to end their lives. Night after night Gabe comes to their rescue, literally talking them off the ledge. Until he doesn’t.

When Pippa discovers Gabe knew the victim, the questions spiral...Did the victim jump? Was she pushed?

And would Gabe, the love of Pippa’s life, her soulmate...lie? As the perfect facade of their marriage begins to crack, the deepest and darkest secrets begin to unravel.


This was my first Sally Hepworth novel. It was so good and now I'm ready to dive into more of her books. If you're looking for a good read this is it!

Fast-paced domestic thriller set on the southern coast of Australia. The storyline is dual-POV as well as multiple timeline (now, then, after), but it all dovetails nicely in the end.

I struggle with female protagonists who make (seemingly) naïve decisions in the name of love, but in this case, I was able to understand where Pippa was coming from, especially as more was revealed. The ending wrapped things up quite nicely and left me feeling hopeful for Pippa and her family.

Thank you #NetGalley for the ARC of this new book by Sally Hepworth.

Like The Good Sister also by SH, I simply could not engage with these characters. I found them to be wooden like stand-ins. After about 75 pages I decided I wasn’t going to struggle with this book in the same way I did with The Good Sister. While I appreciate the opportunity, it seems that Sally and I are not meant to share a reading experience.

Another winner by Sally Hepworth! What does it mean to be someone's soulmate? Accepting them without question? A mesmerizing, character-driven mystery with a heartbreaking coda.

This was a delicious read, with a build up in plot like a slow burn. Hepworth has done it yet again. I enjoyed the switch of perspective a from past to present between the characters that was able to so thoroughly get into the characters’ minds without ever truly hearing from them firsthand. Great read! Thanks to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for the ARC.

You know immediately upon starting it, what you’re in for - nonetheless, it is riveting. But, this not only turns out to be a page turner, but one full of twists and turns that are for the most part quite plausible. I think the topic of mental health was dealt with overall quite well, Hepworth for the most part getting the charismatic pull of a person who is bipolar right on, with the difficulties of living with the repercussions of it and other types of mental illness.
It is a relief to read about people who can be afflicted with these problems, rather than just a “maniacal killer”theme. Though not a perfect rendition of conditions that can occur, Hepworth does make a valiant effort to make her characters and their problems relatable . I enjoyed the read and was satisfied by the ending, though actually wondered if it was a correct view of reality. There have been be some loose ends…. Plus who likes relatable characters dying?

Still, an enjoyable read, and thanks to NetGalley and St.Martins Press for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.