Emily Shiner’s The Nanny Share is a taut, compulsively readable thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. While the characters may not win any popularity contests, their morally complex, self-serving actions only add to the gripping tension as the story unfolds.

From the first page, The Nanny Share hooks you with its high-stakes premise. Two families wake up to find out their pre-school age girls are missing. Then we learn that these two families had decided to share a nanny, intertwining their lives in ways far beyond convenience. But now that things have taken a dark and unexpected turn, it becomes clear that no one is as innocent as they seem. The layers of deceit and self-preservation build a story that’s as compelling as it is unsettling.

The tension in this book is razor-sharp, and Shiner masterfully ratchets it up with every chapter. The plot twists are genuinely surprising, and even when the characters’ decisions made me cringe, I couldn’t look away. Every interaction pulses with the potential for disaster, making it impossible to stop reading.

None of the characters in The Nanny Share are particularly likable. They are selfish, manipulative, and more concerned with saving their own skins than protecting their children. And yet, their flaws make them utterly fascinating. Each choice they make—whether driven by fear, greed, or desperation—pulls you deeper into the story.

This is not a tale of heroics or redemption. It’s a story about survival, and Shiner isn’t afraid to explore the murky depths of human behavior when the stakes are at their highest. You might not root for the characters, but you’ll find yourself glued to the page, desperate to uncover the truth.

If you’re a fan of dark, twisty thrillers that make you question who you can trust, The Nanny Share is a must-read. Shiner’s prose is sharp and suspenseful, and the relentless pacing ensures there’s never a dull moment. Despite the lack of sympathetic protagonists, the story’s intensity will keep you hooked until the final reveal.

The themes of trust, betrayal, and parental instincts create a compelling backdrop for the drama. Even if you’re left shaking your head at the characters’ choices, you’ll find yourself turning pages late into the night.

This book was definitely a wild ride. There were a lot of twists and turns in the book. I did figure out most of them pretty quickly. This book is great because it immediately starts off strong and you do not have to wait for it to pick up. I definitely recommend this book to anyone that wants to read an exciting thriller that captivates you from the moment you start the book.

When I’m starting a book by Emily Shiner, I know nothing else will get done, because I will be completely immersed in the story, stunned by unexpected twists and unable to put the book down!

The Nanny Share fits the brief perfectly. Two four year old girls share a nanny, an arrangement that was made when their mothers were best friends, as well as living just a few doors apart. But all that changed a few months ago and now, both of the girls are missing. The common link is Julie, their nanny.

Every character was a suspect and every chapter built more suspense. Lock your doors and trust no one.

5 ⭐️ Thanks to Netgalley, Emily Shiner and Bookouture, for an ARC in return for an honest review.

“The Nanny Share” is a mystery/thriller by Emily Shiner. I liked the premise of this book - two kids with the same nanny go missing. While the beginning sucked me in, I realized that I really didn’t like any of the adults (maybe the main detective?) and the twists became too convoluted toward the end. Yes, there are secrets between the two families - former “besties” now not. I do wonder if the main detective would’ve (should’ve?) been on the case, since she knew one of the parents - but that’s a minor quibble. A fast read, but this book reminded me that maybe this isn’t the author for me… but if you like mystery books with lots of twists, this might be one to pick up.

This book was a wild ride. The amount of twists and turns was crazy. There were a few of them I figured out right before they were revealed, while others caught me off guard. Everyone had a background that made them seem suspicious. Honestly, they were all shady people. Trust no one in this book. I enjoyed reading this and believe others will too.

Great thriller and one I raced through to find out what was going to happen. Told from multiple POV this is essentially the story of two small girls, living in a privileged neighbourhood who disappear in the night.

The writing style is good and keeps the reader on tenter hooks, there was so much to unpick in the story that the threads kept unraveling from start to finish. I enjoyed the character of Emily, but the others were mostly selfish and repugnant, much as I would guess the author wanted the reader to feel.

Definitely would recommend this for fans of a domestic thriller.

Thank you to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

The Nanny Share by Emily Shiner tells the story of two little girls who suddenly go missing from separate homes. The common denominator in the two cases is the girls' shared nanny, Julie, a woman who seems to have plenty of secrets, but does she have a motive?

I always enjoy this author's superbly executed, suspenseful narratives, and this latest was no exception. Told from multiple POVs, you will be kept guessing until the final explosive twist.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for an ARC.

I absolutely LOVE Emily Shiner books. The Nanny Share completely lived up to expectations. Two young girls go missing…what do they have in common? The same nanny…. But there are more dark secrets hidden in the homes of their rich families. What will it take to bring them home safely?

Emily never disappoints with the stories she weaves, the characters are written so well and I get lost in the drama. I wasn’t expecting the twists and turns here either! Highly recommend as a non gory, edge of your seat thriller!

A gripping thriller that keeps you guessing until the shocking ending. Another great read from Emily Shiner.

I love Emily Shiner’s books and this one was no exception. Told from multiple POV, it was fast-paced and kept my interest throughout.

This was a great story! It follows the POV of several people, and I had no idea which direction it would end up going. The story has great twists and turns, and an ending I wasn't expecting! Overall I enjoyed this book, and I love this author!

I did not see the twist at the end coming!

This was a brilliant book, a little bit slow in the beginning, but interesting enough to keep you hooked and around 30% of the way through you will not want to put the book down.

p.s. Ryan and Carrie were some seriously horrible people and I am a little bit resentful that they got their happy ending when the others didn't, but it is actually slightly more realistic that way because sometimes in life, the bad guys win.

This book was well written and had me on the edge of my seat more times than I can count. I was terrified for those poor little girls the entire time! While the beginning felt a little slow, once the story picked up, I couldn’t put it down. I also loved the multiple POVs. I found it really added depth to the story. The twists and turns were chaotic in the best way possible, and I enjoyed every messy second of it. Huge thanks to Bookouture and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!

First, a huge thanks to Emily Shiner and her team for allowing me to read this ARCA.

It's my first from her, and it won't be the last. This book takes a different approach to twisting and turning the story, right up to the end. Without giving away spoilers, this is not your average kid goes missing story. I highly encourage everyone to read it.

Thank you; Bookouture & NetGalley for this ARC ebook by Emily Shiner.

Release date set for: February 21, 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - When 2 little girls, who live on the same block, in a gated community, who have the same nanny go missing on the same day is just horrifying!

The story is told from different POVs (both girls moms, the nanny & the police detective). The transition from one to another was flawless.

This book hooked me right from the first chapter. I couldnt put it down because I just HAD to know what was going to happen.

The author Emily Shiner did it again with this one. With lots of twists, secrets & suspense, The Nanny Share is a "must-read" domestic thriller.

Once again, thank you @NetGalley! for the opportunity to read this advanced copy.

#NetGalley #TheNannyShare

I requested this book because of the description and title (I used to be a nanny for a nanny share), so I was intrigued. This book is told from multiple point-of-views. The storyline is gripping and held my interest the entire time. The were so many twists and every time I thought I had it figured out, I learned that I surely didn’t have it figured out! This was my first Emily Shiner book and won’t be my last; I’m officially a fan!

I’m happy to report that none of this happened during my nanny share experience! Haha.

From the very start, the author drops plenty of hints that get my mind working to piece everything together. I find myself eagerly flipping through the pages, trying to figure out what’s going on. Then, just when I think I've got it all sorted out—around 80% into the book—the author adds more details that make me question everything I thought I knew, leaving me even more bewildered.

As I approached the end, I felt the story pick up speed, and I found myself sitting up, fully engaged in the journey.

Overall, I really enjoyed the read. There were so many twists, but in the end, everything made sense!

So many unexpected twists. Secrets and shocking revelations just continually come spilling out! This was a very entertaining and twisty thriller! I felt like I couldn’t trust any of the characters and that just added to my enjoyment of the story. Be prepared for intense moments and unpredictable twists. I never could have guessed how everything would fit together in such a shocking way! Well worth the read!

This book had an intriguing premise but all of the characters were so unlikeable. Those poor little girls in the story were being taken care of by really awful humans. The story moved at a fast pace but I just couldn't bring myself to care about any of the characters, except the little girls. And we never really knew much about them, so it was hard to really get involved in the story. The ending was convoluted and just too much.

There is a lot to unpack and digest in this novel. It starts with a bang and doesn't let up. I relly enjoyed it and set out to read a few chapters a day, boy was I wrong! I just kept wanting to read it, it's that good! Full of twists and turns, it really kept my attention and I raced through it. Fabulous read.