I was excited to see where The Next Mrs. Parrish would take us after the twisty, turning, completely entertaining The Other Mrs. Parrish left us. The Other Mrs. Parrish knocked it out of the park for me and checked all of my domestic thriller novel boxes. The Next Mrs. Parrish did not disappoint. Amber and Jackson continue to remain characters that you love to hate and the addition of Daisy Ann added a new layer that kept the story fresh while we got some backstory that was only alluded to in the first book. This one is a must read for lovers of a solid domestic thriller.

Stressful, messy and entertaining. Thank you to NetGalley and Random House for early access to this book! i had trouble keeping track of the messy details but still was a fun read

I had high hopes for this sequel after thoroughly enjoying 'The Last Mrs. Parrish,' but unfortunately, it was quite a letdown. The pacing felt off, and the interactions and connections between characters were unconvincing and downright cringey at times. Despite some promising early reviews that convinced me to keep reading, in my opinion, the book never improved.. It seems this was a rushed follow-up catering to TikTok demand rather than quality. Although this book wasn't to my liking, I'm open to reading future works by the author, hoping they are more inspired and less influenced by fan fare.

This book did not disappoint. It picked up right where the previous book The Last Mrs. Parrish left off. This book is told in three different POV with a surprise POV from a different character at the end. I enjoyed seeing the different perspectives and storyline's; however, at times the book didn’t flow. This was a good read but I highly recommend reading the prequel first so you can understand what is going on in this book. Based on the ending it definitely opens up the possibility for another book.

Three words: I LOVED IT! The authors never let me down. We find that Jackson and Amber, the couple who deserve each other, are still married. And that's because Jackson has spent most of the time in jail. When Jerky Jackson is released, he wants evil Amber out of the picture. He makes a deal with Amber to help him get Daphne back. He has some strange ideas on putting his plan into action. Naturally, I was rooting for Daphne throughout the pages and at times, I was frustrated with how clueless she could be. Daisy Ann was a welcome addition, and I loved her storyline. I predict that this will be THE book of the Summer.

Liv Constantine books NEVER disappoint. I was so excited to get approved for this one!
I loved the Last Mrs. Parrish and this one was even better in my opinion. I devoured this gem.

The story moves quickly from the beginning and throughout, there are so many twists & turns that keep you engaged. Great characters & an incredible ending made this a 5 star read for me.

Thank you to NetGalley & Random House Publishing Group Ballantine.

The follow up we all have been waiting for!! In all honesty, this is not my typical genre, but I am never disappointed by Liv. Constantine! The first book was an instant hit for all of us at the office. I still can't believe I was given an ARC copy and it was SO treasured! Re read book one, then devour this gem!

I couldn’t contain my excitement or hit request on an advanced copy as quickly as I did when I saw Liv Constantine had written The Next Mrs. Parrish, a sequel to the Last Mrs. Parrish.

I love a classic domestic thriller and love everything that Liv Constantine writes- so I knew I was going to love The Next Mrs. Parrish. In her unputdownable writing style I devoured this book in one sitting!

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

3.5 ⭐️

What I’ve learned about Liv Constantine books is that you have to go into it knowing it’s going to be utterly ridiculous 😅 I read the first Mrs. Parrish book a few years ago when it came out, and was lucky enough to get this one on NetGalley, so I knew I would finish the set. While I enjoyed this and it was certainly a very entertaining revenge fantasy sort of thriller told from several women’s perspectives, it certainly had some eyeroll moments where completely unrealistic things went down.

However, I’m still glad I read it and I did get a kick out of some of the parts at the end. Nothing special, but enjoyable enough.

Having read the first book, The Last Mrs. Parrish, I was excited to read the sequel and see what became of these characters.
Amber is as conniving as ever! Could Jackson really have changed? Does Daphne find happiness at last?
You'll have to read this fast paced thriller to find out. I read it in 2 days.
The ending is open for interpretation as in, Is this really the end or can there be more to the story?
I also went back and read the prequel, "The First Shot" to better understand the character of Daisy Ann and how she tied into the story.
I would recommend this book if you like domestic thrillers and are looking for a quick entertaining read.
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

What a ride!!! This book had so many twists!! Couldn't put it down til I knew what was going on. Love to hate some characters....great ending to the books..I enjoyed reading this.

Thank you to the author and NetGalley for the complementary ebook in exchange for my honest review.

I really enjoyed The Last Mrs Parrish. And I was surprised that there was going to be a sequel since the 1st book provided us with closure. However I was still excited to read this book. I was very disappointed. The only likable character was the youngest daughter Bella. It was impossible to root for anyone in this story and I found myself rolling my eyes and trying to figure out who I hated the most. Daphnes character in this story came off as weak and gullible. The decisions she kept making throughout the book had me questioning if this was the same woman from the 1st book. I kept waiting for the lemonade cup that Daphne stashed into her bag to make an appearance again to clear her name. But nope, that was just word vomit left to fill the pages. The multiple POVs and the excessive plot twists were just too much. And the ending….lets just introduce this red glasses wearing thug into the last few pages.

I’ll give this author another try because I did really enjoy the 1st book from this series as well as the prequel. But it should have stopped there.


Review posted on StoryGraph.
Rating of 2.5 stars out of 5

I really enjoyed The Last Mrs. Parrish a few years back, although my mind was fuzzy on the plot when I picked up this next book. Luckily you don't need to remember much to read this one, and I quite enjoyed it! The authors did a great job of incorporating enough twists and turns and making us love Daphne / Daisy Ann and despise Amber / Jackson. Parts felt like they moved a little too quickly (i.e., barebones details that were written just to show that things happened), but this would be a great quick beach or plane ready.

I did not realize there was a book #1 when I started this book.
So was confused at times and had some trouble following the story. Was a slow read and took a while to pick up.
Amber has sent her husband to prison for tax evasion.
Jackson is now out of prison and funds are getting low.
Twists and turns was a well written thriller.
I need to go back and read the first book.

Thank you NetGalley and Random House/Ballantine Books for the opportunity to read the book.

📚 PRE-PUBLICATION BOOK REVIEW 📚

The Next Mrs. Parrish
By Liv Constantine
Publication Date: June 18, 2024
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group - Ballentine

📚MY RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨

📚MY REVIEW:

Everybody is clamoring to get their hands on this highly-anticipated sequel from @livconstantine2 and I was THRILLED when I got an advanced copy!! Some of y'all have been waiting nearly 7 years for this one...But since I was late to the Parrish party, I finished The Last Mrs. Parrish over the weekend and immediately picked up the sequel!

We drop right back into the crazy lives of Daphne, Amber, and Jackson - picking up pretty much where the last book left off. I loved the addition of the new character, Daisy Ann, who breathed new life and a little Texan sass into the story. There's some retelling of major storylines from the first book (helpful after 7 years), so if you didn't read the first one you won't be entirely lost.

**Don't skip it though. It's sooo good! **

Like the first book, this is told from multiple POVs and has short chapters, so it's as bingeable as its predecessor. The first book was everything I wanted in a domestic thriller and I hoped the sequel would keep up that same level of salaciousness, with the twists and turns I loved and expected.

Sadly, I just didn't feel the same thrill. After the whirlwind of the first book, the twists in the sequel were too short-lived and came too late in the story for me to have enough time to fully savor them. And I had to suspend my disbelief several times; I didn't always buy into Daphne's choices (she's smarter than that!) and I grew tired of Amber's entitled whining. But I did read the books back to back, so maybe I'd enjoy the sequel more with more time between books? Possibly.

If you like a good domestic thriller, you'll love this series. I highly recommend this! A big thank you to NetGalley and Random House - Ballentine for gifting me this advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!

#TheNextMrsParrish #LivConstantine #NetGalley #ARC #bookreviews #bookrecommendations #bookcommunity #thrillerreads #domesticthriller

THIS BOOK WAS EVERYTHING I LOVE AND WANT FROM A LIV CONSTANTINE BOOK!

I'm sorry for yelling at you, but I'm so happy that this was as fun as I knew it would be! I read THE LAST MRS. PARRISH a long time ago and was worried I may need a re-fresher before diving into this one, but as soon as the story started and I read the character's names, it all came back to me! It was so much fun to be back in the (crazy) world of Daphne, Jackson and Amber and to meet some new characters along the way.

Since I know I will be asked, no, you don't HAVE TO read THE LAST MRS. PARRISH in order to understand and enjoy this book. Should you read it? Yes! I don't think you'll be able to go back and read THE LAST MRS. PARRISH after THE NEXT MRS. PARRISH without having a lot of the twists spoiled for you.

I am a huge Liv Constantine fan and therefore always know what to expect from them (sister-writing duo team in case you didn't know):

- An instant hook
- CRAZY and unreliable characters
- Pages that turn themselves
- Farfetched plots (i love them for this)
- Satisfying ending

This book delivered all of those things! I definitely would say this one was even BETTER than the THE LAST MRS. PARRISH and I think it's going to be a huge hit!

I do feel like there were a couple parts of this one that were a little more risqué than I remember their books being in the past sooo you've been warned sufficiently!

This will be available on June 18th!

4.5 stars rounded up for GR

Yalllll @livconstantine2 has done it agaaaain!

5/5 ⭐️

First things first — before reading this read the prequel “The First Shot” before getting into this one. It’s a short novella (120ish pages) that sets this book up perfectly.

Okay I loooveed this book. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. I felt all the emotions towards all these characters. TMMP is a fast paced thriller that will have you turning pagessss.

That damn Amber Parrish y’all 😅

I honestly would read another book in this series 👀

This book comes out June 18th but the novella is out now!

They’ve done it again! Liv Constantine’s The Next Mrs. Parrish delivers more twisted plot lines and your favorite characters. The fast-paced and suspenseful writing keeps the pages turning as the much anticipated sequel unfolds.

Daphne and Amber Parrish are back as the two attempt to untangle their lives from their deceptive husband, Jackson. When Jackson is released after serving time for tax evasion,
Amber’s finances and persistent social climbing are threatened. Meanwhile Daphne reluctantly returns from California to Bishop’s Harbor in order to give her daughters time with their father. This story of revenge and deception set in suburban Connecticut lived up to my expectations!
Fans of The Last Mrs. Parrish will be thrilled with the sequel.

Thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing for the advanced reader’s copy.

I could not put it down! This book kept me on my toes the entire time!! This sequel definitely lived up to my expectations and the transition was immaculate from the first book. 5 out of 5 stars!!

After reading The Last Mrs. Parrish a few years ago, I was excited to get approved for the ARC of the next book in the series. I was debating doing a re-read of the first book to refresh my memory, but the second book gives most of the context that the reader needs, and can even be a stand alone novel by itself.

In The Next Mrs. Parrish, Daphne, Jackson, and Amber are at it again, with a new character, Daisy Ann, added to the mix. All of the characters continue to be unlikeable, even the ones that the reader was supposed to sympathize with (Daphne, Daisy Ann) which made the book harder to read and enjoy. I did appreciate the multiple perspectives, however was confused that Daphne was the only character written in first person, Daisy Ann and Amber were both in third person.

The plot line was pretty slow throughout, however by the time I got to the end I was racing through trying to figure out what happened - which is one redeeming factor to the book. The ending was a bit predicable, but I liked that each character had their story line resolved. As a healthcare worker, whole scene with Jackson in the hospital made me cringe, and I wish the author would have found a different way of finding “justice” for him then a permanent disability.

If you loved the first book, I would recommend picking this one up. If not, it will probably be a miss for you. Ultimately I gave it three stars. Although I did not love this one, I am so grateful for the chance to read this ARC- thanks NetGalley and Random House!