My anticipation was high (and everyone else’s, I’m sure) for the sequel to The Perfect Marriage, and Jeneva Rose delivers a follow-up that more than meets expectations. Picking up where the first book left off, this thriller maintains a gripping pace and a consistent sense of suspense that keeps you fully engaged from beginning to end.

Jeneva expertly weaves multiple plot threads throughout the novel, creating a layered and complex narrative that demands your attention — and rewards it. The twists are plentiful, the stakes are high, and the tension rarely lets up, making it a worthy continuation of the story fans first fell in love with.

In preparation, I revisited The Perfect Marriage, and I’m glad I did; the refresher enhanced the experience and helped me fully appreciate the nuances of the sequel. As far as follow-ups go, this one is strong, smart, and satisfying — a testament to Jeneva’s growing prowess in the thriller genre.

With each release, Jeneva Rose proves she’s a name to watch, and I can’t wait to see where she takes us next.

Thank you to Netgalley and Blackstone Publishing for the advanced reader's copy of The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose.

I was eager to dive into this novel and revisit where Sarah was now a decade later after the end of her marriage. This book did not disappoint. We discover that Sarah has married Bob and they have a daughter. Bob has an indiscretion himself and Sarah finds out. This book follows them getting a divorce while also trying to navigate the cunning behavior they both know the other is capable of doing.

This novel will keep you on your toes with all the plot twists.

There's a lot happening in this book, perhaps too much. We navigate multiple POVs and storylines: Sarah, juggling being a mom and also dealing with Bob's infidelity (because clearly he didn’t learn from what happened to Adam!), a few women in the area go missing with convenient ties to the MMC, and the reopening of Kelly’s murder case.

Overall, the narrative feels cluttered. While the ending does bring everything together, the journey to get there felt overloaded and convoluted. I really enjoyed The Perfect Marriage. It kept me engaged and focused on a detailed plot. I’m not sure every book needs a sequel. This installment felt like it was trying too hard to outdo its predecessor, ultimately resulting in a less satisfying reading experience.

3.5 ⭐️ rounded down.

- If you didn’t like the first book, don’t read this one. You’ll hate it. Also, this definitely should not be read as a standalone, or you’ll be so confused!

- Every single adult character is extremely unlikeable.

- You need a suspension of disbelief to enjoy the twists because as it’s said multiple times in the book: “The truth is stranger than fiction.”

- There was a strong police procedural vibe to this book, and I really personally can’t get into that genre.

Thank you to NetGalley, Blackstone Publishing and Jeneva Rose for the opportunity to read this digital ARC. All opinions expressed are my own.

Jenna Rose delivers another suspenseful story that I dare say is better than The Perfect Marriage. I love Sarah Morgan and all the twists that this books offers. While I guessed some of the twists, I enjoyed every bit of this journey. Don't pass over the acknowledgments! Thanks to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for an advanced copy.

Thank you Blackstone Publishing for my gifted copy!

I will never forget the first time I read The Perfect Marriage. The light that popped on above my head when I realized the coffee shop mentioned was my favorite coffee shop to haunt on the weekends. But not even just that! The storyline, the writing, the twist. I remember feeling like my jaw had hit the floor. I was stunned. So… going into The Perfect Divorce, I expected the same moving and thrilling experience.

And it just wasn’t. And that bums me out. I kept waiting for that same propulsion. The same gripping feeling that kept me turning pages. I kept waiting to be shocked and awed, and I just wasn’t. I thought it would end with a bang, but all I was left with was the thought that these characters were DSM definitions of psychopathy.

It’s fine… I’ll still get my copy autographed at the end of April. 🥲

This was one of the best books that I have read in a while and the sequel out does "The Perfect Marriage". Sarah Morgan does it again! This book held my interest and kept me entertained from start to finish. I would definitely read "The Perfect Marriage" before starting this book so you can make the connections.

Thank you to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for this free advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

I reread the first book to refresh my memory before starting this one, and I am glad I did, as certain threads were woven together well. I love reading morally grey characters and twists and turns that keep me guessing, and this sequel delivered. The build-up was tense and riveting, I could not put this down.

One word: SAVAGE! This sequel is even better than the first!

*I definitely recommend reading THE PERFECT MARRIAGE before diving into THE PERFECT DIVORCE.*

Eleven years ago, Sarah Morgan defended her husband, Adam, on charges of capital murder for killing his mistress. She has moved on with her new husband, Bob and their daughter Summer. She no longer defends criminals, instead revelling in her nonprofit, which gives second chances to people charged with felonies. Life is good. Until it's not. When Sarah discovers that Bob had a one-night stand, she immediately files for divorce. But at the same time, new DNA evidence in Adam's long-gone case comes to light, reopening the investigation and thrusting Sarah back into the mess. When Bob's mistress is reported missing, things get EVEN messier and all gloves are off. Will they survive the divorce or will it be "til death do us part"?

Now this is how you do a sequel...with guns blazing!! With so many addicting twists, THE PERFECT DIVORCE is the perfect page-turning thriller. I knew to expect SHOCKING and malicious moments, but just when I thought I had it all figured out (I did have ONE part), Jeneva pummels you with more dark, vicious turns. Sarah is a force to be reckoned with and I LOVE her, even when I should be low-key hating her. Fast-paced and HELLA entertaining, I promise you'll DEVOUR the chaos!

And because inquiring minds NEED to know - will there be a third installment??

just as many twists as the perfect marriage! i did read a recap of the perfect marriage before starting this one since it’s been so long, and i think that helped me remember the characters better. i thought some of the twists were a little too convenient, but it was a fun story and a great way to pick up where the perfect marriage left off!

While the first one was a little meh but enjoyable, I certainly appreciated the twists and turns it took. Which leads me to this, the sequel…

Now that I KNEW what to look for, some stuff I STILL didn’t see coming. Sarah Morgan is one smart woman, and that’s all I can say without spoilers. The writing style followed the first one, and I already knew to be on my A-game with this chick. There was one scene that I knew wasn’t going to end how it was alluded, but besides some predictable things, I actually really liked this book.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

Sarah has moved on. It’s been 11 years since she defended her husband Adam for killing his mistress. She is remarried and her life is on track. When she finds out Bob had a one-night-stand however, Sarah files for divorce right away. When his one night stand goes missing, and new evidence comes out on Adams case, chaos ensues.

This is the sequel to The Perfect Marriage and it did not disappoint! Jeneva Rose has a pretty dark and twisted brain, but thats why we love her! As messed up as everything is you somehow find yourself rooting for everyone? There were so many unexpected twists I had trouble keeping track at times, but this was the perfect part two! I did this one on audio and really enjoyed it!

Thank you to @blackstonepublishing for my gifted copy of this book!

5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Whoa! I thought I loved the first book in the series - A Perfect Marriage - then Jeneva Rose comes out with this highly entertaining, unputdownable sequel. Ms. Rose - you have outdone yourself with this one! Bravo!

This book was so ridiculously good! As you can tell, I thought it was even better than the first. Dark, fast paced with constant twists that kept me on the edge of my seat. Sarah is one savage character and I’m here for it!

I highly recommend reading The Perfect Marriage before reading this one. I promise you will not be disappointed!

Thank you to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for my advanced copy to read and review.

So thankful for the opportunity to read an early copy of the perfect divorce! The perfect marriage is one of my all time favorite books and this lived up to the hype!

I thoroughly enjoyed this story, just as much as I did the perfect marriage! The twists I found this time weren’t as shocking as they were the last time I read one. Perhaps it’s because I read the perfect marriage just before this one, unlike some readers who read it months before. Regardless, I still enjoyed this one. Another one you’ll have a hard time putting down. I liked how this one tied up loose ends from the first ones if you’re looking for a good, diabolical, twisted, and dark story. This is definitely one for you. Grab both of them before you go on vacation this year. You won’t be disappointed.

FIVE FREAKING STARS for this book!
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I was lucky enough to get an early copy of this book and WOW! It left me thinking that Jeneva Rose has a very scary mind and I wouldn’t want to get on her bad side! 😂 just kidding, sorta. Thank you to @blackstonepublishing @jenevaroseauthor and @netgalley

If you thought The Perfect Marriage was amazing, you have something to look forward to with this book! It’s even better if that’s possible!!!! I lost a lot of sleep trying to finish this book and it was worth it!!! I’ll update with a review once the book has been published but here’s the synopsis.

< The Perfect Divorce Synopsis >

It’s been eleven years since high-powered attorney Sarah Morgan defended her husband, Adam, against the charge of murdering his mistress. Sarah has long since moved on, starting a family with her new husband, Bob Miller, and changing careers. Her life is back to being exactly how she always wanted … or is it?

After discovering Bob engaged in a one-night stand, Sarah wastes no time filing for divorce. However, amid their ugly separation, new DNA evidence is uncovered in the case against Adam, forcing the police to reopen the investigation and putting Sarah right back in the spotlight. Everyone wants to know what really happened, most of all former Deputy Hudson, who is hell-bent on finding the truth.

But when the woman Bob slept with is reported missing, he and Sarah start to fight dirty, and a high-stakes game of cat and mouse ensues. Filled with page-turning suspense and Jeneva Rose’s signature twists and turns, this sequel will have readers wondering: Can Bob and Sarah achieve the perfect divorce?

Jeneva Rose is an auto-buy author for me. I absolutely love her books so I was absolutely thrilled to receive an ARC! I will be honest, I was worried about the "sequel slump," where the second book is nowhere near as great as the first book in the series. And I can happily say that "The Perfect Divorce" is not a victim of the sequel slump! I could not stop reading it and loved all the twists and turns. 5 stars for me! Great job Mama Goose!

The Perfect Divorce is absolutely phenomenal. It is fast paced, heart-pounding, twisty, and excellently plotted. It will keep you guessing at what is really going on and will serve you with plot twists you didn’t see coming. The multiple POVs really keeps you hooked and eager to find out what happens next. With a satisfying ending and complex characters this book will have you thinking about it for days after you’ve finished it.

*"The Perfect Divorce"* by Jeneva Rose is a brilliantly twisty and cleverly written psychological thriller that keeps you guessing until the very last page. The story follows a seemingly amicable divorce between the main characters, but as secrets unravel, it becomes clear that nothing is as simple as it seems. Rose masterfully weaves in unexpected twists, making you question every character’s true intentions. Just when you think you have it all figured out, another shocking revelation throws everything into question. It's a smart, fast-paced read with plenty of surprises, perfect for anyone who loves a thriller that keeps them on their toes!

I received an advanced reader’s copy of The Perfect Divorce from Blackstone Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review, and here are my thoughts:

Wow! Jeneva Rose has done it again. I finished The Perfect Divorce feeling a whirlwind of emotions, and the frustration I felt was not what I expected (even though the first book, The Perfect Marriage, really got to me as well). This book was a five-star read because it evoked such strong feelings and kept me hooked—I couldn’t put it down, desperately wanting to know how it would all unfold.

The Perfect Divorce centers on Sarah Morgan and her second husband, Bob Miller. It quickly becomes apparent that Sarah struggles to make her marriages work, and this story delves into the messy, complicated realities of divorce. As the characters are pushed to their limits, their true selves are revealed, showing how intense pressure can drive people to act in ways they never anticipated.

I was so excited to hear of a sequel to The Perfect Marriage. Jeneva did not disappoint. Will Sarah's secrets be revealed? Is her estranged husband hiding a very dark secret? I loved every moment.