I enjoyed this as much as the first one. This was as thrilling as I had expected. I enjoyed the multiple POVs and the ending was a fun ride!

The perfect divorce is exactly what I needed and wanted from this sequel. I liked how it gave a little previous info from the last book as it’s been about a year since I’ve read it. Both books went together smoothly. If you loved the perfect marriage you definitely need to check this book out!!!

This sequel is about Sarah Morgan who is now married to Bob Miller and they have a child together. Sarah finds out that Bob cheated on her like her husband before Adam who went to jail for killing his mistress which he was framed by Sarah and Bob. The officer who ran the investigation on Adam get involved in a DUI where evidences comes up to reopen Adam’s case 12 years later. This causes Sarah and Bob to need to make some smart choices while Sarah files for divorce from Bob. There are many more twists and turns in this story.

P.S. make sure you read the acknowledgment!! So excited!!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

When I first read The Perfect Marriage, I never imagined Jeneva Rose would write a sequel. But here we are, several years later, and she's given us another book full of twists and turns. This time around, you might have a hunch about who’s behind everything, but it still manages to leave you in disbelief.

While I do think you could read The Perfect Divorce without having read the first one, having that background from The Perfect Marriage definitely adds more depth to the story. Surprisingly, I actually enjoyed this one more than the first—definitely not how it usually goes with sequels!

I loved The Perfect Marriage and was excited to jump into this. The Perfect Divorce picks up years later, Sarah now has a daughter with Bob, who she is actively divorcing after finding out he had a one night stand and cheated on her.

Soon after, Stacey (the one night stand) goes missing and Bob is being questioned by the police as he starts to wonder if Sarah is playing games and framing him.

Another POV is from the new sheriff, trying to clean up a mess on the Summer’s case when DNA from a police office is matched to the third unknown DNA from the from book 1. The public is starting to question if Adam really was innocent wrongfully received the death sentence. The sloppy police job doesn’t help, and the new detective is under pressure to get to the bottom of it.

This was fast paced, engaging and I loved seeing more of these characters in this cat and mouse game !

Thanks to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Release date 4/15/25.

Sarah Morgan, as I live and breathe....and die.
The Perfect Divorce is the perfect sequel to what is one of my favourite psychological thrillers. I never thought another dead mistress and investigation could have new twists but leave it to Jeneva to bring us on another wild ride. It was great being back in this world, seeing how far Sarah has come and who she's become. I was almost rooting for Bob—lol, almost—but Sarah is the ultimate villain protagonist. I want her to be my best friend, because I certainly would fear having her as an enemy.

Once again Jeneva Rose delivers a great story. I am impressed with the characters she portrays. It was a thrill ride for me lots of plot twist but I enjoyed reading it. I would recommend buying her books. Chapters are super easy to read through. I enjoyed it.

This book was amazing. Absolutely loved it. Sarah Morgan is one of my favorite fictional characters, and listening to the audio book made this one so much better. Extremely happy that the same cast came back. And the man who voiced sheriff Hudson, shew he was amazing.

Just like The Perfect Marriage, this book kept me on my toes. I was worried it would feel repetitive, but even with the ending we got in the end the stories were as different as they could be and even tied up a few loose ends. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for Sarah Morgan next.

Absolute perfection in every form. The characters were all expertly crafted and just when you think you have it figured out, it twists again

I found The Perfect Marriage before the booktok craze but that doesn’t stop me from being a huge Jeneva fan and devouring all of her reads

I cannot wait for the next one

This sequel is absolute chaos—in the best way possible. Jeneva Rose throws readers right back into Sarah Morgan’s savage world, and it’s even better than the first. Twisty, dramatic, and gloriously unhinged, it delivers razor-sharp dialogue, petty revenge, and jaw-dropping reveals that had me gasping more than once. Sarah is smarter and meaner, and Bob? He never stood a chance. Over-the-top? Definitely. Addictive? Completely. It’s a wild ride of courtroom games, murder, and dark humor that I couldn’t put down. Bring on book three—I need more.

Thank you to Netgalley for both the eARC and the ALC!

This was not my favorite book of this author. I did not really feel there was much drama and the characters were a bit confusing.

4.5/5 stars, rounded up

Thank you Blackstone Publishing for the advanced reading copy!

This is soooo close to being first 5⭐️ of the year… some twists were predictable and that just stops me from giving it 5/5. However!!! This was a great sequel. I had forgotten a lot from THE PERFECT MARRIAGE which had me a bit confused at first, but I easily fell back into the story. I should probably be concerned with my loyalty for Sarah Morgan -- she's sooo problematic and toxic but I love her??? A bad-b, take-no-prisoners MC is sooo fun and she fits that bill for sure.

This is Jeneva Rose at her best!! The writing is simple enough that it’s easy to tear through the story, and the plot is so complex it’ll keep you hooked the entire time. Like I said, a few of the twists I guessed, but for the most part this one had me totally floored. I was entertained from start to finish, that much is for sure.

This also reminded me that I haven’t yet read HOME IS WHERE THE BODIES ARE, so now I’m super excited for that!

I would keep reading more and more and more about Sarah Morgan's twisted mind, and it sounds like I might just get my wish... !!!!

I adored The Perfect Marriage, even with the spoilers I was aware of, it was a fantastic read so when I saw The Perfect Divorce was being released, I knew I NEEDED it! The Perfect Divorce is a great follow up! There is suspense, constant questioning of "who done it", and great throwbacks to the first book. This one you won't want to put down!

Jeneva Rose returns following The Perfect Marriage with her highly anticipated follow-up novel, THE PERFECT DIVORCE (Perfect#2). A wildly entertaining, razor-sharp cat-and-mouse thriller that will have you frantically turning the pages into the wee hours of the morning.

Rose's best yet. She ups her game. Yes, even better than The Perfect Marriage.

About...

Sarah Morgan is a high-powered killer attorney, and she defended her husband, Adam, against the charge of murdering his mistress in The Perfect Marriage.

In THE PERFECT DIVORCE, Sarah is married to Bob. They have been together for twelve years, but have been married for just over a year.

Sarah knew when she married Bob, she would divorce him one day, because men are like lawyers. They can't be trusted. She would know because she is one, and so is he.

One time cheating. He didn't mean anything. Sure, that is what they all say. He is like the rest of them.

She wants a divorce and tries to remain civil due to their nine-year-old daughter. Bob cheated on their family. Motherhood changed her. Bob can forget custody of Summer.

Till death do us part. Yours. Not Mine.

However, during the separation, new DNA evidence is uncovered in the case against Adam, suggesting that he might have been innocent. This forces the police to reopen the investigation, putting Sarah right back in the spotlight.

Adam Morgan, a literary author, had been having an affair with the victim. The murder of Kelly Summers and her unborn child. He was defended by his wife, Sarah, the high-profile DC attorney, but was found guilty and ultimately received a death sentence a year earlier.

Former deputy (now Sheriff) Marcus Hudson is determined to find the truth. Was Adam innocent? Things start happening. The woman Bob slept with goes missing.

We also have the former Sheriff Ryan Stevens. How was he involved in the Kelly Summers case? The plot thickens...

Let the sinister power-play games begin... and there is the past that may haunt them both.

My thoughts...

WOW! THE PERFECT DIVORCE is a wild roller coaster ride, and there is much going on, so pay attention. The above is only a hint of all the drama about to unfold, and I was in for every minute.

There are several threads in addition to the ones involving Sarah, Bob, and Allen.
~Former Sheriff Ryan Stevens' investigation
~Kelly Summers reinvestigation
~Stacy Howard's disappearance

Plus more...

The story, told from the perspectives of Sarah, Bob, Sheriff Hudson, Stacy, and Unknown, is an action-packed, wickedly dangerous, and twisty game of cat and mouse with teaser texts sprinkled throughout. But what sets it apart is the dark humor, keeping you entertained and engaged. From scheming, lies, and a mastermind. Good vs. evil.

Jeneva knows how to hook, grip, twist, and keep you addicted to this binge-worthy dark psychological page-turner thriller. She keeps the tension, suspense, and psychological games high to keep the audience on the edge of their seat. Yes, goal achieved!

THE PERFECT DIVORCE is like an intense game of chess. Who will make the first move?

Like a cat-and-mouse story, a checkmate thriller involves a pursuit or game of wits in which one character tries to outsmart or capture another. The "cat" is often the antagonist, attempting to control the situation, while the "mouse" is the protagonist, trying to evade capture or manipulation. The thrill comes from the tension of near-capture, repeated escapes, and the intellectual sparring between the two characters.

Who is the cat, and who is the mouse?

Cleverly done. Get this gem, better than Gone Girl —on your list NOW, whether or not you have read The Perfect Marriage. But if you haven't, you will when you finish to learn more about tantalizing evilish Sarah Morgan.

The author gives new meaning to the world of divorce, and if you're like me, you're anxiously awaiting #3. How fast can you write —a new mother-to-be? We cannot get enough of Sarah Morgan's tantalizing story!

Recs...

For fans of the series and those who enjoy super twisty psychological and domestic thrillers, crime thrillers, and cop procedurals, such as Jeneva Rose. Also, for fans of authors Kaira Rouda, Victoria Helen Stone, Jennifer Hillier, and Hank Phillippi Ryan.

Special thanks to Blackstone Publishing and NetGalley for a gifted digital advanced reading review copy for my honest thoughts.

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My Rating: 5 Stars
Pub Date: April 15, 2025
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This book was better than the first! Thank you, NetGalley and the publisher, for the digital ARC of this book. I enjoyed getting sucked back into this world.

Jeneva Rose never fails. I can’t turn the pages fast enough. Question everything and everyone. Another great read!

The Perfect Divorce was a great addition to Jeneva Rose’s catalogue of books. This book gave us a peek into Sarah Morgan’s life 10 years later and boy has she not changed at all? She is still up to her antics and constantly changing the narrative to put her in a positive light. This book was a great sequel and it is good to know that we are not finished with the life of Sarah Morgan.

This is a sequel and if you are expecting a great story, I think you will be a bit disappointed. In fact, I’m sorry I picked it up after all.

Here’s a quote: “Any lawyer worth their salt knows sometimes the best thing to say is nothing at all, and the second-best thing to say is a lie.”

Sums up the morals and ethics of most of those characters in the story.

It started out as a 4 when I thought things might go differently (and I assume anyone reading this will have read the first installment) but all the twists and craziness didn’t save it from the last part getting a solid 2 stars. I liked the short chapters. Didn’t like many of the characters.

There were way too many points of view and what I felt were unnecessary side plots — two women missing and the Stevens situation. Just complicated the narrative without adding any real value since we all know what happened in the first book. Sarah is exactly the same person as before and hasn’t changed a bit despite the years and getting married again, this time to Bob Miller. All the games and the distrust and the cat and mouse didn’t really grab me this time and by the time the second half of the story came around, I had already guess what was going on, who was going to do what, and how it was all going to end. Bummer. I won’t bother with a third in this series if there is one. Too predictable now.

I was able to listen to the audio book while also following along in the e-book ARC provided by the publisher. There was a full cast of voice actors for this book, in fact 6 different men and women. Everyone did a great job except I do not care for the sound of the voice of whomever performed the character of Stacy Howard. I had to fast forward thru those and read the book instead. In any event, the production did help elevate my experience though they couldn’t change the words or the plot!

This was okay. I felt like it was a little slow and maybe a bit confusing. I did like the ending and how it all tied together.

Jeneva Rose offers a thrilling sequel to The Perfect Marriage! The story takes place 11 years after Sarah's ex-husband is deemed guilty of the murder of Kelly Summers. Sarah is now remarried, to Bob (!), but Bob has wronged Sarah, and she now has to make him pay...just like she did Adam. I found this sequel to be both fun and dramatic - Sarah is so wild, but you want to keep reading to see what she does next. The ending has been shocking,g and I am excited for the third book! Thank you for the e-arc!