The breadcrumbs being dropped were so good I was making up theories as I went and could put this book down. I read it in two days. I was so happy everything I thought I had figured out I was totally wrong. I love the twists being so good I didn’t see them coming!

Annabelle Reynolds is out here living the dream — if your dream is stress-sweating through psychic nightmares while your husband gaslights you with the soft voice of a man who definitely has secrets in a crawlspace. This woman is seeing full-on disasters before they happen, and everyone around her is like, “Have you tried yoga?” Ma’am. She is predicting death. And not in a cute fortune cookie way. Real plane crashes, real bodies, real “you might be the problem” energy. The vibes? Haunted. The support system? Flimsy. The urge to throw the whole husband in the trash? Immediate.

At first, it’s easy to root for her. She’s trying to stay grounded, protect her family, and not get committed, which is harder than it sounds when you're waking up from plane crashes that just happened IRL. But then the book starts yanking her support system away like it's playing a mean little game of domestic Jenga. Husband? Distant. Friends? Sketchy. Therapist? There was one, but let’s just say that door quietly closed — and not in the “she’s cured!” way. Honestly, the most reliable people in this book are the nightmare specters, and even they’re being a little cryptic.

This whole thing reads like if “The Gift” and “Sharp Objects” had a baby that was raised on Adderall and subtle gaslighting. The vibes? Immaculately unsettling. There's a slick, glossy layer of tension that never breaks — you’re always waiting for someone to stab her in the back or for the dreams to go full "Final Destination." Every chapter piles on just enough dread to keep your jaw clenched and your trust issues screaming.

Now let’s talk marriage, because OH. The husband dynamic made me want to crawl out of my own skin. I won’t spoil anything, but the “supportive spouse” mask starts slipping about five seconds after Annabelle opens up about her dreams, and suddenly we’re knee-deep in those terrifyingly calm conversations where you just know one person is mentally replacing you with a Stepford doll. Watching her fight to hold on to herself, her family, and her sanity — while being dismissed like she’s just tired or hormonal — had me ready to throw hands. Or wine. Or both.

There are some pacing bumps, especially when the plot splits into timelines or starts chasing side characters like a dog with too many tennis balls. And yes, not every twist hits as hard as it wants to — and even if the dream stuff doesn’t totally stick the landing, that creeping “what the hell is happening?” energy kept me flipping pages like a gremlin in a blackout.

By the end, I didn’t know who to trust, whether Annabelle would make it out with her family or her sanity intact, or whether I was gonna need a sedative myself. And I kind of loved that. "Don't Open Your Eyes" thrives in that anxious gray area between dream logic and domestic drama, and while I didn’t want to live there forever, I fully respect the haunting chaos it delivers. Solid 3.5 stars.

Big thanks to Random House Publishing Group and NetGalley for the ARC, and for letting me spiral through a psychic meltdown from the comfort of my couch. You have no idea how much emotional whiplash I’m willing to endure for free.

OOH!! This was such a great thriller that was character driven instead of the usual plot driven ones. The pacing was superb and I love me some multiple POVs and dual timelines. The ending had my jaw on the floor!! What an awesome surprise, I couldn't help but smile. This is definitely for those thriller readers who love being on their edge of their seats and gasping out loud. A page turner, for sure! This book made me classify Liv Constantine as an auto buy author.

This book makes me grateful that I don't remember my dreams! In this book, Annabelle starts having vivid dreams where some of the things she's dreaming about come to fruition. As Annabelle struggles to understand what these dreams mean, her life as she knows it starts to unravel. With a broader theme around consequence of choice, Annabelle begins to spiral with the knowledge of potential catastrophe in the future. Liv Constantine has never failed to deliver on a domestic thriller and just when you think you know how everything comes together, there is a plot twist to keep you on your toes. I devoured this book within a 24 hour window because I was totally captivated by Annabelle's story. I especially connected to Annabelle's work life stress which I felt was realistically portrayed, as was the weight of caring for sick parent.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC! I’ve loved many of Liv Constantine’s thrillers, but Don’t Open Your Eyes wasn’t my favorite. The premise is compelling and there are some solid twists, but the pacing was a bit too slow for me. I usually prefer thrillers with a faster tempo and tighter plot. Still, it has a tense, atmospheric feel that some readers will enjoy.

Rating: ★★★☆☆

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Don’t Open Your Eyes by Liv Constantine is a masterfully crafted thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. With its relentless pacing and expertly woven plot, the story is packed with twists and turns that left me guessing until the very last page. Constantine’s sharp writing and ability to build suspense made this a truly immersive reading experience—I couldn’t put it down! If you love psychological thrillers that keep you second-guessing every character, this book is a must-read.

Buckle up! This book will take you for a wild ride! Don’t open your eyes made it hard for me to close my eyes because I couldn’t wait to see how this book ended! Annabelle is a successful social media marketer who is married to a devoted doctor and a mother to two girls. She begins having dreams that come true shortly after her dreams. I don’t want to give too much away and give out any spoilers. This was a great read told from multiple viewpoints. I wasn’t sure how this book was going to end as there are many twists! It kept me guessing and it was a quick read as I couldn’t wait to find out what happened. Thank you to net galley and the publisher for an ARC of this book

Phew this book is as twisty as a mountain road! I think I guessed one single minor twist in this book but the rest blew me out of the water. Do yourself a favor and pick up this fast paced thriller because you will not know what’s coming!

I finished this in 1.5 sittings! It is such a binge-able story! Liv Constantine does NOT disappoint. I am someone who usually predicts the twists that end up coming, even if I end up enjoying the book regardless, but I was NOT expecting what came at the end! Myself and my best friend were both approved for this arc and used it for a buddy read, and we had a GREAT time. I would highly recommend this as a book club/summer read!

Shoutout to NetGalley for giving me access to this book before it releases to the public. I consumed this book in the best way. It was an amazing thriller filled with lots of twists and turns along the way. This book did an excellent job at building the plot, characters, and twists. I also loved how when I thought I had the t twists figure out, it switched on me. I won’t give anything away but, if you’re a thriller loving book reader like me, YOU NEED TO READ THIS BOOK!!

I loved this book! The “supernatural” feel of dreams coming true, mixed with all kinds of family drama had me hooked! I really liked Annabelle, and also enjoyed the other POV chapters with the wife and Scarlett. I would highly recommend if you want a quick read that keeps you hooked!

Annabell has a wonderful life, a great husband and two children. she starts having bad dreams about something happening to her family, but when the dreams start to come true, she wonders if they were really dreams.

This was a wild ride! I kept thinking I had it figured out when another shock would come along. The dream part was a little offbeat for me but in the end I accepted it. Highly recommend this one if you like to keep guessing.

My version
Another great thriller by Liv Constantine. How well do you know the people you are closest to? For Annabelle, maybe not as well as she thought. She seems to have an amazing life with the perfect and supportive doctor husband and 2 daughters. But she’s having disturbing dreams that start coming true. Why is this happening? And can she stop the dreams from coming true? If you think you have it figured out, you don’t! And that ending…just wow!

Chat gpt summary of my version
In another great thriller by Liv Constantine, Annabelle appears to have the perfect life—a loving doctor husband and two daughters—but everything changes when her disturbing dreams start becoming reality. As she questions the people closest to her, secrets unravel, and nothing is as it seems. With twists you won’t see coming and a jaw-dropping ending, this thriller explores how well we really know those around us.

Liv Constantine delivers another gripping psychological thriller in Don't Open Your Eyes, a novel that masterfully blends suspense, emotion, and just a touch of the supernatural. With her trademark flair for building tension and her talent for exploring the complexities of human relationships, Constantine gives readers a chilling and emotional ride they won't soon forget.

At the center of the story is Annabelle Reynolds, a woman who seems to have it all — a loving husband, two wonderful daughters, and a fulfilling career. But that picture-perfect life begins to unravel when Annabelle starts having vivid, terrifying dreams about a future she doesn’t recognize — one where her marriage is broken, her daughters are in danger, and her entire world is on the brink of collapse.

The concept of dreams as premonitions isn’t new, but Constantine makes it feel fresh and urgent here. As details from Annabelle’s dreams begin to manifest in real life, the line between reality and vision starts to blur in truly unsettling ways. The tension builds as Annabelle races to figure out what choice — what single moment — might tip her life from safety into tragedy.

The multiple POVs and timelines are one of the novel’s greatest strengths. Each perspective adds depth, intrigue, and a greater sense of foreboding. Rather than feeling disjointed, these shifts enrich the narrative and kept me fully engaged from beginning to end. I especially loved how each viewpoint added new layers to the mystery, making me question everything — and everyone.

What makes this book particularly compelling is its emotional weight. Annabelle’s fear for her daughter Scarlett is palpable, and her desperation to protect her family gives the suspense real emotional stakes. The maternal instinct here is raw and powerful, grounding the more surreal elements of the plot in something deeply human.

This was one of those rare thrillers that hooked me from the first page. I could have devoured it in a single sitting — the pacing is that sharp — but I found myself intentionally drawing it out over a week just to savor the suspense. That’s the mark of a great read.

My only slight critique (and the reason for the half-star drop) is that a few plot threads wrapped up a bit too neatly in the final chapters. I would have liked a bit more ambiguity or complexity in the ending to match the intensity of the build-up. But even so, it was deeply satisfying.

Having now read four of Liv Constantine’s books, I can confidently say she’s become a must-read author for me. If Don't Open Your Eyes is any indication of what’s in store in her backlist, I can’t wait to dive into the rest.

Wow! Can you tell the future? How does this happen? Moreover, how would you handle it? Lots to love in this story with the manufactured drama and intense character connections. But ultimately, there's a fine line to reality and magic. A good family drama, I found myself wondering how much fate plays a role in our lives. Solid writing. Charming background and setting. Love Constantine books!

Don’t Open Your Eyes
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
By Liv Constantine
Publishing date: June 17, 2025

Thank you to netgalley for this arc. I am so grateful I got to read this book before the publishing date! Wow what a book! Annabelle’s dreams keep coming to fruition. These dreams are haunting her and she begins to do everything she can to keep her dreams from coming true! Annabelle dreams her daughter Scarlett is in immediate danger. Scarlett has been talking to a mysterious guy named Ben online. There were so many twists and turns. I couldn’t put this thriller down! I highly recommend if you are into fast-paced thrillers!

When I first picked this book up, I knew that I was going to like it. It was a quick read that switched from different points of view and alternated between past and present. Until around 70 percent of the way through the book, I really had no idea where the story was going (in the best way possible). Unfortunately, that's where it kind of fell off the rails for me. The ending was super bizarre and I can't say that I enjoyed it. I ended up knocking the rating down two stars just because of the chaotic ending.

3.5 stars. I loved the short chapters and multiple points of view. It made the story more intense and for a while I wasn’t quite sure where it was all going but towards the middle it became slightly predictable. There was a good hook at the end though. Quick, fun read. Much different vibe to The Last Mrs Parish despite it being a domestic thriller.

Liv Constantine, author of the electrifying Mrs. Parrish series, once again delivers a gripping psychological thriller that immediately pulls the reader into a world of suspense and secrets. Don’t Open Your Eyes follows Annabelle, a woman plagued by haunting dreams that feel less like nightmares and more like chilling glimpses into the future.

The novel masterfully alternates between Annabelle’s college years and her present life, creating a dual timeline that builds tension and deepens the mystery. As the story unfolds, Annabelle becomes increasingly fearful for her family’s safety, and the reader is taken on a rollercoaster of twists and turns that never let up.

I was completely hooked. Liv Constantine is an auto-read for me, and Don’t Open Your Eyes may just be my new favorite. If you love unpredictable plots, complex characters, and suspense that keeps you guessing, this is one not to miss.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group – Ballantine for the advanced reading copy in exchange for an honest review.