This was an interesting one. The book's synopsis piqued my interest, but the plot took some surprising turns. Some good, some not so good. I enjoyed the alternating POVs and timelines and the book's setting in Napa. The beginning was a bit slow, but then things ramped up at the end. The final twist was maybe a bit too crazy? This was definitely a middle of the road book for me. I didn't dislike it, but it wasn't my favorite mystery/thriller.

Thank you to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Till Death Us Do Part is a stand-alone read that alternates from the past to the present. It tells the story of Bev and June working towards the present with most of the characters keeping secrets.

It is usually a struggle for the first few chapters to get the alternating storylines straight. In this story is new characters are added to make the complex story more difficult.

I love a good mystery, but this one did not live up to its description.

In Till Death Do Us Part, Laurie Elizabeth Flynn delivers a chilling, suspenseful tale of love, loss, and the shocking truth that lies beneath. The story follows June, a woman who is finally ready to move forward after the mysterious drowning death of her first husband, Josh, on their honeymoon ten years ago. Engaged to a caring man and running a thriving wine bar in Brooklyn, June is poised to start a new chapter in her life. But when she unexpectedly sees Josh again, her world is turned upside down.

What starts as a plausible moment of grief and confusion soon spirals into a labyrinth of lies and deception. As June investigates, she uncovers a series of shocking truths that force her to question everything she thought she knew about Josh and the events surrounding his "death." The discovery of a winery in Napa, with an owner who eerily resembles her first husband, propels June into a dangerous quest for answers—and deeper into a web of secrets.

Flynn expertly builds tension, keeping readers on edge with unexpected twists and emotional depth. June is a relatable and complex protagonist, torn between her past and future, as she grapples with trust, betrayal, and the haunting memories of her lost love. The atmospheric setting of Napa and the wine industry adds richness to the narrative, while the slow reveal of hidden truths keeps the suspense high.

Till Death Do Us Part is a gripping psychological thriller that explores the darker sides of love and identity. Flynn's masterful storytelling ensures a thrilling read that will keep readers hooked from start to finish, questioning the line between truth and illusion.

I had no idea where this book was going or how it would end. A lot was going on as the story followed two different women (the widow and the widow's mother-in-law) and each chapter went back and forth between 20 years. I enjoyed June's storyline more than Bev's, as I found her to be a bit "woe is me." I also didn't love her ending and the choices she made along the way, she was also a huge reason she wasn't happy. I liked how the author kept you second-guessing what happened and why. You get to the epilogue where the story is wrapped up in a neat bow, but I was not expecting that ending!

This book touches upon what it means to be a wife, mother, and woman. It highlights key themes around parenting, fidelity, and second chances. There was a lot of wine talk, but I appreciated the author's metaphors around wine and life.

Once, I thought I had it figured out, more plot twists happened, and I had to reread sections just to make sure I was reading it correctly. This story is extremely complex and thought-provoking. 

We are following two separate timelines - June and Bev. June married Josh and was widowed after only a week of marriage. Bev is Josh's mom and fully aware of all the secrets her son has. I wanted to shake both women - June because she wouldn't listen to anything and Bev because she hid so many secrets that could have prevented so many tragedies for happening. But I also felt for both women. Again, this story is complex. 

Both women have a deep love for their family. Betrayal is also a huge theme in this book as well.

Laurie Elizabeth Flynn’s Till Death Do Us Part is a gripping psychological thriller that weaves a tale of love, deception, and dark secrets.

Flynn excels at creating a tense and atmospheric narrative, keeping the reader engaged with unexpected twists and well-paced suspense. Her writing style is immersive, and she does a fantastic job of delving into the complexities of relationships, making the characters feel both realistic and flawed.

However, while the premise is intriguing, the story occasionally loses momentum, with some plot points feeling slightly predictable. Additionally, certain character motivations could have been explored in more depth to create a stronger emotional impact.

Overall, Till Death Do Us Part is an enjoyable read for fans of domestic thrillers, offering a compelling mystery with a satisfying, if not entirely shocking, resolution. While it may not break new ground in the genre, it’s a solid, well-written novel that will keep readers turning the pages.

Thank you to Simon & Schuster for an ARC of Till Death Do Us Part!

It’s been a decade since June lost her husband to a freak drowning accident on their honeymoon. In that time she’s worked on rebuilding her life, opening a wine bar and meeting a new man to start her life over with. At the park during their engagement shoot, she swears she sees her first husband Josh. Is it just wishful/regretful thinking or is Josh actually alive? His body was never recovered…

June can’t stop thinking about the possible sighting and decides the only way to address it is to return to her old life in Napa and try to get to the bottom of it, telling her new fiance that she is scoping out wedding venues for the two of them. When she arrives, it becomes more difficult to keep her stories straight as she entrenches herself deeper into her past to answer the question of Josh’s vitality.

Laurie has been on my radar since The Girls Are All So Nice Here (a book that I also had an ARC for and lives rent fucking free in my head because the ending was such an absolute brain melter that left me feeling queasy and slack-jawed) so naturally I had to have an early copy of this book as well.

A napa setting, a convoluted past that forces itself into the present, characters with more layers than an onion. This book had it all. Not to mention the killer twists.

If you’re confused in the first couple chapters, power through, you’ll get straightened out in no time. The dual POV and character list is a lot to swallow in the early stages, but the payoff is stellar.

A bonus - learn about the winemaking process along the way! Or just pour a glass or two, sit back, and enjoy the ride you’re about to go on.

While this book isn’t necessarily as dark as TGAASNH, it is just as twisty and “WTF” as I’ve come to expect from Laurie and I highly recommend it. I will, once again, be eagerly awaiting the announcement of her next book.

Unfortunately this was a case of the wrong book at the wrong time for me, but I plan on picking it back up again one day and giving it another chance as nothing was wrong with it. I enjoyed the setting and the characters were fun, I just wasn’t in the mood for this kind of thriller when I tried to read it.

I really dislike giving bad reviews because of how hard authors work. This book however I just cannot recommend. The summary was something right up my alley- I love anything domestic thriller/mystery adjacent. What I did not like was that every single character was so very unlikeable. It’s hard to not give any of the plot or story away but the author also tried way too hard with plot twists that literally came out of nowhere with zero context clues prior. As a reader, I want to be shocked but I also want to see somewhat of a through line that this didn’t come completely out of left field. There were also several subplots that added absolutely nothing to the book and could have been completely stripped out.

Overall I give this 2 stars.

Thanks to Simon and Schuster and the author for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

"Till Death Do Us Part" is a story about June, a woman haunted by the death of her first husband. While she tries to move on with a new fiancée, she still thinks of him often. Things change when she thinks she sees her husband, the man who is supposed to be dead and then spirals into obsessively digging into his past.

It is told from two different timelines that are filled with plenty of twists and turns. It is also told from two different POVs, June, and her former mother-in-law Bev.

However, there were many aspects that felt a little repetitive and several of the characters weren't really likeable, especially Bev.

This is definitely a domestic suspense but it felt lacking on the thrills. I will point out that the ending is one that isn't remotely obvious from the jump.

Thank you NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for selecting me for this ARC.

A quick mystery read. It definitely kept me turning the pages. The only thing that kept it from 4 stars is it felt very repetitive.

Man,this book was good! It's my first by this author but will not be my last. The pacing was mostly good, the plot was good, the characters and plot were all well-executed. I just felt the writing could have been improved upon in a few places. 4 stars!

I've been a fan of Laurie Elizabeth Flynn for years with her YA, and this adult thriller lived up to every expectation. Tense and twisty, pure magic in a thriller!

WHAT DID I JUST READ. This book had such a great premise... set in the backscape of a winery. There are intertwining time lines that was a little confusing to follow at the beginning. But I was left wanting more and puzzled with the last two "twists". This was more a domestic thriller and great for a beginner reader but I was left just wanting more. I wanted more depth to the twists and why they played into the storylines.

Till Death Do Us Part by Laurie Elizabeth Flynn is a dark and twisted psychological thriller that will leave readers breathless from start to finish. With its taut writing, chilling atmosphere, and surprising twists, this novel delves into the complexities of relationships, secrets, and the lengths one will go to for love.

The story centers around the tumultuous marriage of Ruby and Elias, a seemingly perfect couple with an underlying tension. Ruby, the protagonist, is drawn into an unhealthy and controlling relationship with her husband Elias, a man who is both charismatic and manipulative. At the heart of the story is Ruby’s internal struggle as she tries to reconcile the love she feels for Elias with the growing sense that something is deeply wrong with their relationship.

Flynn’s writing excels at creating a claustrophobic, tense atmosphere, where every interaction between the characters feels loaded with meaning and subtext. The pacing is relentless, with the author masterfully drawing readers into Ruby’s world of confusion, fear, and self-doubt. As Ruby navigates the complexities of her marriage, she begins to question her own perceptions and discovers disturbing truths that force her to confront her darkest fears.

What sets this book apart is the way Flynn explores toxic relationships and the psychological manipulation that can occur within them. Ruby’s character is layered and compelling, and her emotional journey is both heartbreaking and engrossing. Her vulnerability makes her relatable, but it also adds to the suspense as she struggles to figure out what’s real and what’s been twisted by Elias’s influence. As Ruby starts to uncover Elias’s secrets, the story becomes a dangerous game of cat and mouse, with the stakes getting higher as the tension builds.

The twists in Till Death Do Us Part are unpredictable and will leave readers questioning everything they thought they knew about the characters and their motivations. Flynn does an excellent job of keeping readers on edge, constantly throwing new surprises and revelations that add depth and complexity to the plot. The final reveal is shocking and satisfying, leaving readers reeling with its implications.

While the novel is primarily a psychological thriller, it also touches on themes of trust, loyalty, and the power dynamics in relationships. The emotional complexity of the characters adds an extra layer of depth to the story, making it more than just a standard thriller. The book doesn’t shy away from exploring the darker aspects of human nature, but it’s also about resilience, strength, and the choices we make in our relationships.

**Thank you to the author and publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was slow until about 2/3 of the way through when it finally picked up the pace and got interesting. It was definitely more Women’s Fiction with a little mystery thrown in than Mystery/Thriller. Overall, the writing was good but this book wasn’t my favorite of Flynn’s.

Thank you to NetGalley for the chance to read an early copy of this book. Book was fine, really good if you like the genre! I would read more from this author.

This was such a twisty psychological thriller. Family secrets, dysfunctional family dynamics, lies, stalking, etc.

June, a widow, has finally moved on after losing the love of her life 10 years prior. She never believed her husband's death was an accident, but she had to learn to let go. When someone starts following her, who looks exactly like her dead husband, she demands answers. She flies to Napa and starts to uncover several secrets and isn't sure how to reconcile with the things she learns about her husband's past.

Told in a dual POV and dual timelines, this book kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. I wanted to keep reading to find out answers to all my questions, and I still walked away with unanswered questions. But I was definitely engaged the whole time.

June’s husband drowned a decade ago on her honeymoon, but she’s built a nice life in the wake of tragedy. She’s engaged and owns a natural wine bar in Brooklyn. Until she’s taking engagement photos and sees … her dead husband. She becomes obsessed with tracking him down and comes across a Napa winery whose owner is identical to her dead husband — so off June goes to Napa to find out the truth.

I gotta say, there was a major twist at the end of this that had my jaw on the ground. I never saw it coming and it was just such a delight to be that surprised. If you like domestic suspense and want a quick read, this one will be a winner!

Really enjoyed this novel by Laurie Elizabeth Flynn, had a twist at the end I didn't see coming. Will always read this author!