3.5⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to Netgalley and Bookouture for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The story- A few days before their wedding, Ethan and Nicci make a terrible mistake. Nicci is in turmoil over the mistake but Ethan persuades her to keep it to themselves.

My thoughts - This is what I would class as a ‘popcorn thriller’. An easy read that you just fly through. The story started slow but did pick up the pace midway through. There were some twists that keep you guessing. It’s written in 3rd person, which made me feel a little disconnected from the characters. Overall, it was an enjoyable read and I would read from this author again.

A gripping and compelling psychological thriller that starts with a bang and keeps ramping up the tension to the end. Great characters and a plot that unfolded at pace. I really enjoyed this book and found it hard to put down. Thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture and the author for the chance to review.

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When Nicci and Ethan get married, it’s not long before Nicci’s dad, Pete, makes Ethan Managing Director. Ethan is keeping secrets from Nicci but she’s got lots on her mind, thanks to events prior to the wedding. With events spiralling out of control, can Nicci keep her marriage on track? What is Ethan hiding and what is Nicci’s best friend, Stacey, keeping from her?
It felt different.
Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for giving me an advance copy.

Nicci and Ethan have a secret. Their entire life can fall to pieces if the secret comes out.
Ethan sees an opportunity to charm his way into this family, and won't let anyone come between Nicci and him.

I found the start of this book quite tedious, I felt that Nicci's character was wishy washy, and Stacey and Ethan took advantage of her weakness and inability to say no.
Ethan was just too good to be true, I think Stacey was the only character that sussed him out for what he actually was.

The book seemed to gain a lot of interest in the second half for me, and I couldn't put it down. There were a couple of twists that surprised me, and I found the ending very satisfying.

3/5 stars from me. I would recommend to readers of Freida McFadden.


Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for the opportunity to read this book.

Nicki and Ethan are both harboring secrets as they walk down the aisle on their wedding day. Each of them are keeping a secret from each other, and they also share a secret that could destroy them both.

Now, with events starting to spiral out of control, the illusion of the perfect couple is quickly falling apart. Will these secrets destroy them?

This story was well formulated, but it starts off as a slow burn with unlikable characters. However, the author has weaved such an intricate web of deceit, drama,and betrayal it will keep you glued to pages as the intrigue builds into a faster, well paced narrative

I'm a long-time fan of Rona Halsall and devoured The Bigamist last year.in one sitting. I'm definitely looking forward to her next book.

Thank you to netgally, Bookature, and the author for my advanced copy. My review was voluntary.

Nicci and Ethan are getting married in a few days. They're consumed with the last minute details after a party with friends. Their evening takes a turn for the worst after a figure appears in the dark road on their way home.

Now they have a secret to keep until death do them part. But Nicci is struggling with this secret and Ethan will do everything he can to make sure no one knows what happened that night. But is this the only secret the couple has?

If you love Freida McFadden, you will love this book!!

Reading this book 10 days before my wedding may not have been the best idea.
If marrying someone, especially after reading this book, make sure you truly know them.
There were lots of twists snd turns in the book and it's a really good read

Such a gripping, exceptional read. I loved how quickly the facts of the story were presented. It is a well executed plot with great characters and easy to follow plot. I was engrossed from start to finish. An easy five stars.

A story full of secrets and lies. So many twists and turns that had me on the edge of my seat the whole time ..

My only complaint was the way it was written. I prefer that the characters be broken up into separate chapters as it made for a confusing read. Once past this I still recommend.

Thanks Netgalley and bookouture

All Thoughts and opinions are my own

The cover wasn't the greatest at really displaying what the book was all about. The description is very well, it's your basic thriller nothing more.nothing less. Easy read and definitely something to read on a stay at home type of day.

Another brilliant book from Rona Halsall, this had me completely gripped and I couldnt put it down. Full of twists and turns and shocks, I loved it!

Oh my! This book was a slow burn for a while but then when it got exciting, there was no holding back! Handsome Ethan Watts works for Nicci's father's contracting business. Nicci's mother used to work in the office and after she passed away, Nicci started working there. An incident happened just before the wedding that begins all the exciting events. I really enjoyed this book and found it unputdownable and a real page turner.

Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for the ARC of this very exciting book that I could not put down.

I did enjoy this book which had a couple of twists and turns along the way.
Just before Nicci and Ethan get married, they are involved in a hit-and-run as Nicci had been drinking and chose to get behind the wheel of their car. She is consumed by her guilty conscience but Ethan persuades her not to go to the police because of what it will do to them, her father and her father’s business where they both work.
Nicci becomes convinced the unidentified victim is her friend, Joel, who she has developed feelings for and Ethan agrees with her.
She discovers her best friend Stacey, is blackmailing Ethan over something she has seen and Nicci is convinced it’s the accident. A twisty tale develops with events I often didn’t see coming.
I thought this was a good story but I thought that Nicci was a bit weak and some of her decisions were not how a normal person would react. It did become a little far-fetched but all in all an enjoyable read.
4⭐️

Wow- I liked this one! Lots of new twists in this story. It started a little slow but the intrigue just kept building. The short, fast paced chapters make this a quick read. I flew through it.
Thank You to NetGalley, Bookouture, and Rona Halsall for the opportunity to read and guiltily enjoy this ARC.

Bride & Groom
By: Rona Halsall
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Nikki and Ethan are a young married couple. They forgo a honeymoon as Nikki’s dad, Pete needs their help in his business. Pete makes Ethan Managing Director, but Nikki wants a different future.
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Before their marriage something happens that has them both harboring a secret. This starts to affect their marriage. This secret could destroy them both. They each their own secrets as well.
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This novel is fast-paced, twisty and my favorite by Halsall.
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Thank you Bookouture for this advanced copy. This novel is out April 5, 2024.

Oh my sunny stars what a blinking book!! This is by far my favourite book by Rona and probably one of my fav this year in this genre!

You know from the start something isn't right with one of the characters and I am relieved I was right but then it just sets you on edge! You know they are unhinged and you have no idea what they are going to do when or what!

So many twisty roads in this, all leading to an end game which I think may have even shocked one of the MCs!

I am trying to formulate something coherent and spoiler-free but I am struggling. I knew this would be a doozy but I didn’t realise how much I couldn’t get this book go. How much I had to sit and finish it in one go if I could. Sod the knee and the cold, I was reading this!

The thing is, bear with me, but you could imagine this book actually happening! I mean when you’ve watched enough true crime to see how many loopy people are out there already, this book is up there.

Rona, you are scaring me a bit though 😂. It was dark, and twisty but so much fun! It was intense, addictive and a wild ride. Just pure adrenaline pumping!

Don’t get me wrong Nicci could be a bit soft at times, but I guess with all the gaslighting and controlling she’s had to endure you can see why. But man I wanted to shake her to open her eyes! And I am so glad she did!!! Although the walk in the fog petrified me but made me cheer at the same time!

I can only say…what.a.book

It took me a while to get into Bride and Groom, but once it took off, I was hooked! The characters were believable and the situation was riveting. I would definitely read more by this author.

Bride and Groom by R. Halsall, published by Bookouture, is a gripping thriller of its finest. Literally unputdownable gives these wonderful goosebumpy feelings. A great read, 5 stars.
Blurb:
Walking down the aisle in the packed church, sunlight glints off my ivory silk gown. This should be the happiest day of my life. But as I carefully lift my veil and greet my husband-to-be, my heart is pounding with fear. Does someone out there, know what we’ve done?
Ethan gently squeezes my hand as he slides the golden ring onto my finger. But I know we aren’t worthy of happiness.
As I look down at my wedding ring, in a blistering flash, I suddenly remember another piece of that pitch-black, rainy night… but I try to focus on Ethan’s gorgeous blue eyes. I know exactly what he’s thinking. We can never tell.
All our family, friends and loved ones smile as they watch Ethan and I promise to be together until death us do part. But only we know what that really means…
Because we have already killed someone.
My dear, sweet new husband isn’t quite all he seems…
But then again, neither am I.

A brilliant book from one of my favourite authors, a great twisty fast-paced thriller read which kept me on my toes from the very first page.

The characters were all well described and interesting and I didn't know who to believe

Thank you to Netgalley and Bookouture for this ARC which I have no hesitation in recommending.

I've literally just finished this and my heart is still pounding. I didn't know who to trust or believe. Rona is an amazing writer and so skilled at writing dark, twisty plots with red herrings galore. She never disappoints.