I like how Ruth Ware does reality. This book a twisty thriller that will keep readers engaged until the very shocking end. I highly recommend!

WOW.. I've read Ruth Ware before and, while I've always enjoyed her work, I've never been so enamored by one of her stories. I was on the edge of my seat, biting my nails and gripping my kindle for dear life! What began as a foreshadowing turned confusing to telling as the contestants of a new reality TV show become stranded on their tropical island paradise after a horrible storm. Thibk Lord of the Flies meets Animal Farm.

As a fan of both Ruth Ware and reality TV, I assumed I'd like this one, and it was a fun read. Though there were a lot of characters to keep track of, they were differentiated enough that it wasn't too tricky, and the pacing of the story was good. I thought some of the characters could have used a bit more dimension, but perhaps it was an intentional choice to make them archetypes the way that reality TV contestants often are.

Love the author but this one just wasn’t it for me. I personally don’t like to read about reality tv shows. Other than that i think others will like it a lot. As always the author has great writing style.

Ruth Ware does it again. The queen of thriller never fails to delight the fear out of me each time. I enjoy books that are set on islands, and this spin off of a reality game made it even more interesting. Just when I thought I knew what was going to happen, there was another twist. This is a perfect thriller to cozy up with in front of a fire with a hot toddy in your hand this Fall.

Ruth Ware's stories are always great. The narrator was fun to listen too. I expected more from the ending, but still a good story.

dnf at 55%

the characters are so stereotypical which I know is kinda the point with them being reality TV stars and all fitting those molds, but everything was so obvious and idk how a thriller could move so slowly. Having diary entries between the chapters that are written before the chapter happens was a really bad move because then I know what's going to happen? Also I found way too many typos and grammar mistakes for a traditionally published book. Needed some serious editing before being put on shelves

Ruth ware is always just a fun summer read!

This one wasn’t her best, but I still enjoyed the ride. Following the couples on an island, it was clearly another take on Agatha Christie, but with a bit more oomph. I enjoyed this one more than her other book, one by one.

I’ll read Ruth Ware as long as she writes.

This was a lot of fun!! I loved the reality show theme and it kept me entertained through the whole book. My only complaint is that the ending was just okay... I was kind of hoping for more of a "shock" but overall the book was great! 4 stars! Thank you NetGalley and Scout Press for the arc!

Drawing comparisons to And Then There Were None, One Perfect Couple features five couples who have been cast on a reality tv series on a deserted island. Things quickly take a turn for the worse and the couples must learn to work together to survive..... or not.
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One Perfect Couple sort of fell flat for me. I was initially really engaged with the story and wanted to find out what was going to happen, but then it seemed like it kind of drug on. I hoped for some sort of last minute twist or a shocking moment, but it didn't land for me. I feel like when that happens sometimes, it might just be me and not the book. I hope that is the case because I have enjoyed Ruth Ware's novels in the past.

I received this book courtesy of the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher!
Lyla finds herself in over her head immediately, once she agrees to go on a couple’s reality show with her boyfriend, Nico. He’s an actor looking for a big break, and she’s a scientist-a “normie”, which makes her the fish out of water with the show cast. When a storm hits their secluded island, and things go from crazy to crazier, she truly only has her wits to help her get by.
Great read!

Ruth Ware's "One Perfect Couple" lures you in with the fun, glamorous world of reality TV but quickly evolves into a nerve-wracking survival thriller. The story centers on Lyla, a woman whose life is teetering on the edge of collapse—her research career is floundering, her relationship with her actor boyfriend Nico is strained, and her future feels uncertain. When Nico gets the chance to audition for a reality show called "The Perfect Couple", Lyla decides to join him, hoping for a distraction or maybe even a fresh start.

The couple is whisked off to Ever After Island, a secluded paradise in the Indian Ocean, along with four other couples, all competing for a life-changing cash prize. At first, it’s all fun and games, with typical reality TV drama and tension playing out as expected. But when a violent storm cuts the contestants off from the mainland, the stakes shift dramatically. It’s no longer just about winning money—their very survival is on the line as the challenges turn deadly, forcing them to navigate an increasingly dangerous game.

The island setting is immersive, with its tropical beauty masking the lurking dangers beneath the surface, and Ware's ability to ramp up the tension is impressive. The characters, though sometimes fitting reality show stereotypes, are distinct enough to keep track of, and the story remains a fast-paced, page-turning ride throughout. There are plenty of twists and turns, with red herrings sprinkled in to keep you guessing. The novel deftly blends reality TV drama with thriller elements, delivering a blend of psychological suspense and tragic, heart-pounding moments.

If you're a fan of thrillers with a "Lord of the Flies" twist, or if you've ever been captivated by the spectacle of reality TV, "One Perfect Couple" delivers a thrilling, entertaining read that keeps you hooked until the final page. A special thank you to Gallery Books for providing me with an Advance Reader's Copy for review!

I may be in the minority but I found this book to be a really fun ride. Reality show plot, isolated setting, people dying one by one, uhh yes please! Were there some flaws in the facts and plot, yes, but I go into books to have fun and enjoy the story and this delivers on both accounts.. In a nutshell, this is a quick paced survival story set on a deserted island with quite a few unlikeable characters. Lyla is our main character, a scientist who goes a on a reality dating show when everything goes wrong. If you want perfect scientific facts or a realistic story, do not read this. It is a far-fetched thriller, but again fun and a quick read. It was a solid 4 stars until the end which dropped it to a 3.5, ut still recommend.

The island setting and the reality show trope make for a wonderful match in the newest thriller by Ruth Ware.
This book was a page turner - Ruth Ware never disappoints.

Page turner!! It is an interesting take on the whole (like) love island-style realty tv series. Mostly.
Single gal signs up with her boyfriend (they do live together and she has doubts about her boyfriend's ability to be a good partner...he is fairly immature) to join as a couple for a reality tv series on a glorious island. They could win a lot of money. Her boyfriend could get his big break. She is uncertain...but, he pleads his case and she agrees, a little reluctantly.

On the island, serenity is hard to find with a killer on the loose; Relationships unravel—disaster after disaster. Fear sets in. Big storm. Fear sets in., Will they be rescued before the next victim falls. Who is the killer? Why? Who will survive? Grab this thriller from Ruth Ware to find out for yourself.

Many thanks to Ruth Ware, the publishers, and Netgalley for an ARC to read for review. 4 stars!

I think this was my favorite Ruth Ware book to date! A mix of Survivor and Bachelor plus a lot of bad decisions led to a very engrossing thriller! Kept me on the edge of my seat, for sure!

This was an entertaining read. Good suspense and loved the female bonding. Read it in one sitting and enough of a thriller to transport my mind away from problem, which is what a thriller should do.

Such a good read that I enjoyed! I'm so glad that I got the chance to read it early and will definitely be recommending it to multiple people who enjoy these types of novels. I enjoyed the characters and especially enjoyed the writing by this author. I'm excited to see what the author comes out with next as I'll definitely be reading it! Thank you to the publisher for my early copy of this book!

After realizing that her research contract will not be reup, Lyla agrees to join a reality dating show with her boyfriend. But upon arriving on the island, things begin to get heated between all the couples. Then a storm moves in and they are cut off from the outside world.

There were some twists and turns that I really enjoyed in this story but the ending fell a bit flat for me.

I felt the ending could’ve had a little more but like always, I loved this Ruth Ware book! Felt very Love Island meets horror, perfect for the summer.