A fast-paced, tension-filled thriller with a sinister edge.

From the moment Brittany steps into the Daltons' luxurious villa, The Good Parents wastes no time in ramping up the suspense. What starts as the perfect solution to her impossible situation quickly spirals into a nightmare as the seemingly perfect couple reveals cracks beneath their polished surface.

If you enjoy psychological thrillers where nothing is quite as it seems, The Good Parents delivers an entertaining ride. While seasoned thriller readers may find the plot predictable, the story’s sharp pacing and escalating tension keep the pages turning. It's a solid pick for fans of domestic suspense.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the advanced copy. The Good Parents follows Pastry Chef Brittany Young as her life drastically changes. Brittany ends up pregnant after the death of her twin, and knows that she is not the correct person to raise the baby. She meets John and Angela, a couple who offers both a job opportunity and to raise Brittany’s child as their own. It seems like the perfect solution, but not all is right. I enjoyed the story. It was fast paced thriller that kept me entertained. It was predictable, but I wanted to continue to know the ending.

This book was very well written and entertaining. It kept me engaged and the twists were everything you could want and more in a thriller! This has me wanting to read other books by this author!

I could not put this book down! Started off a little slow but got very interesting with a shocking twist at the end. All I gotta say is THIS IS WHY YOU DON"T SIGN NDAs. And just because someone is rich, doesn't mean they are happy.

What a good opening of the month!
The Good Parents by Jessica Huntley is a suspenseful, gripping and action-packed psychological thriller with some shocking twists!
This was just something! It started steady. Part 1 let us know pastry chef Brittany on a deep level so it was easy to connect with the character. Part 2 starts to put up speed where the confusion comes in, nothing is how it looks like, people lying and for the first time, Brittany doesn't have any idea of what is going on. Part 3 comes like a bomb and blows your mind by giving the most craving answers.
Some parts are so emotional and cutting you deeply. Trigger warnings around grief.

Brittany is a young pastry chef who has a clear idea of her future goals but an unexpected tragedy turns her life upside down and her only chance is to accept John and Angela Dalton's generous offer to relocate to France to become one of the private chefs in their luxurious villa. Unfortunitelly things go terribly wrong when she realises that she is pregnant... This is where the rollercoaster starts to speed up...

I absolutely loved it! And so grateful for the copy of this book!

As always with Jessica Huntley's books I felt drawn into the secrets and danger and couldn't put it down as the the twists kept me hooked.

The Good Parents is a very intriguing story. I almost gave up on this one, but I am glad I persevered. It was a bit slow in the beginning but it gradually became more interesting when Brittany moved on with her job, and met her new coworkers and new Bosses. I did not see the twists and turns coming, and they kept me on my toes! I am hoping there will be a sequel to this book in the future! I’d love to follow up with their adventure!

Without a doubt, one of the best books of the year. A must read for a thriller fans. Add this one to your beach read bag.
Looking forward to more from this author.

The way the author tied situations faced by many into the plot made the twist that much more suspenseful. When what seems like a perfect solution changes I couldn’t put the book down!

The Good Parents
by Jessica Huntley

5⭐️

I really enjoyed this fast paced thriller. The Good Parents was my first read by this author and it won’t be my last.

The story follows pastry chef Brittany grieving the loss of her twin sister. She’s offered a dream job she can’t resist. Unfortunately things are not as good as they seem when she discovers secrets lurking at her with her new employer.

Wow! I really enjoyed this story! We have a pastry chef with a twin sister and a husband and wife that are probably crazy! Then there’s Luke. Mean head chefs, goes without saying. Children that may or not be real! Who knows and of course an affair! A lot of mystery and suspense. Love Jessica! Great book!

I absolutely loved this book I was completely drawn in by the characters, loved the twists and turns,a totally gripping read and highly recommended.

I enjoyed this story, as I am always intrigued when I can’t quite figure out what is going on. This domestic thriller has an easy to love FMC with very strong character development. She will capture you from the very beginning & has a very satisfying conclusion to her story.

The story follows Brittany, and her road to healing after loosing her twin sister. Taking Clara’s death very hard and with no other family around, she is anxious to start over but it is hard to do that without money. When she meets Angela and John, they offer her the opportunity of a lifetime and most importantly a fresh start. She is an up-and-coming pastry chef & this wealthy couple is willing to hire her, but this will require her to relocate. Great income, all expenses paid, fresh start.. all of this sounds amazing to Brittany, but as the weeks and months go by with her working for this couple, she’s beginning to wonder how she put herself in danger as she finds herself in a deadly cat & mouse game.

Overall a very solid read that I highly recommend for fans of domestic thrillers! My first from this author but certainly won’t be my last! Thank you Inkubator Books and NetGalley for this advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own.

The Good Parents introduces us to Brittany a pastry chef. Brittany has a twin sister who is very unwell and when tragedy strikes salvation arrives in the form of a wealthy couple Angela and John. When Brittany realises she is pregnant will they be her saviours or her undoing? The plot is masterfully crafted and keeps you turning the pages and not wanting to put it down. I wasn't even trying to guess the twists because I felt so much engaged in only what was happening at the time so the twists very much hit me hard right in the face. Although I didn't like all the characters they each play their part well. Jessica Huntley has created a outstanding physcological thriller that is impossible to put down!

The Good Parents is a fast-paced and engaging thriller that kept me turning the pages. The tension builds well, and the story is full of twists that make it hard to put down. While some moments require you to suspend belief, it didn’t take away from the enjoyment—I was fully invested in seeing how things played out. The writing is compelling, and I’d definitely read more from Jessica Huntley in the future.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for letting me read and review this book!

I flew through this book, very good thriller but don’t let the cover fool you, it was much deeper than I expected it to be. Has some real dilemmas in and my emotions were up and down. Definitely worth a read! I would read more by this author.

In "The Good Parents" by Jessica Huntley, we meet Brittany Young, a dedicated pastry chef struggling to balance her demanding job at a prestigious London restaurant with the financial strain of caring for her twin sister, Clara. Diagnosed with chronic kidney disease two years prior, Clara's mounting medical bills have left Brittany scraping by, but she hides the burden from her sister to spare her worry. As Clara's condition suddenly worsens, Brittany is faced with an impossible choice—to save her sister's life by donating her kidney or risk losing the one person who keeps her grounded. When her boss refuses to grant her time off for the life-saving procedure, Brittany chooses family over her career. However, tragedy strikes and Clara's death leaves Brittany shattered and consumed with guilt. Desperate to escape her debt and grief, Brittany accepts a job offer from the affluent John and Angela Dalton, who promise her a fresh start as a pastry chef at their luxurious villa in the Cote d’Azur. But as Brittany steps into the Daltons' world, the lines between opportunity and danger blur.
Brittany's dream of a new beginning quickly unravels as she discovers she is pregnant, a situation she cannot afford to manage. The Daltons, however, present a tempting solution—they offer to buy her baby, but the arrangement comes with unsettling conditions. Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement, Brittany unwittingly ensnares herself in a web of deceit as John’s demeanor takes a sudden sinister turn and Angela starts behaving erratically. To complicate things further, an accident leaves Brittany trapped, prompting her to question whether it was truly an accident, as her instincts scream that she is in danger. Determined to protect herself and her unborn child, she is forced to delve into the Daltons' secrets, unraveling a chilling mystery that could cost her everything. Caught in a sinister game, Brittany must act swiftly to uncover the truth before her dream job morphs into a harrowing nightmare.
As I delved into "The Good Parents" by Jessica Huntley, I found myself immediately drawn into the world of Brittany Young. Her character resonated with me deeply, as her story of resilience and vulnerability unfolded with raw authenticity. Brittany's journey is both relatable and heart-wrenching, as she navigates the complexities of familial bonds and personal sacrifice. Jessica Huntley’s ability to craft such a compelling figure left me enthralled, eager to turn each page to uncover what lay ahead for Brittany.
The dual perspectives offered in the novel provide a fascinating insight into the unfolding drama. As a reader, I felt like I was privy to the intricacies of each character’s motives and dynamics, making the story all the more engaging. The way Jessica Huntley portrayed hidden truths and deception was masterful. Each revelation felt like a crucial turning point, pulling me further into a complex web of intrigue that captivated me at every moment.
Throughout the novel, I was struck by Jessica Huntley’s ability to evoke strong emotions. The themes of sacrifice, betrayal, and the quest for redemption were skillfully woven into Brittany's internal struggles and moral dilemmas. The supporting cast, particularly the enigmatic Daltons, added depth to the story, each character contributing to the rich tapestry of suspense and intrigue. All the characters are intricately developed and expertly crafted, featuring well-defined personalities and dialogue that truly made me ponder their hidden motives and even their sanity.
From the very beginning, the book's pacing captivated me. It maintained a relentless momentum that made it nearly impossible to put down. Jessica Huntley expertly balanced tension, creating an undercurrent of suspense that had me on edge, eagerly anticipating each new twist in the plot. The unpredictable nature of the storyline kept me riveted, and the conclusion delivered a killer of an ending that lingered in my mind long after I finished the final page.
"The Good Parents" by Jessica Huntley is a gripping psychological thriller that weaves an atmosphere of suspense, where every page teeters on the edge of revelation. With intricate characters cloaked in mystery and twists lurking around every corner, Jessica Huntley's expert handling of hidden truths and deception leaves readers breathless and constantly in suspense.
Personal Book Rating:
Originality: 5.0/5.0
Plot Structure: 5.0/5.0
Pacing: 5.0/5.0
Dialogue: 5.0/5.0
Personal Enjoyment: 5.0/5.0
Cover Design: 5.0/5.0 (Not averaged in the overall rating.)
Overall Rating: 5.0/5.0

Woah! This was a shocking thriller by Jessica Huntley! Lots of gripping suspense, and thrilling twists! I was so worried for the main character, I couldn’t put this one down. A must read for thriller fans.


Release date April 6, 2025

This psychological thriller will definitely entice fans of Freida McFadden!

As a thriller reader, I do love a good psychological thriller. The main things that I loved about this book are the short chapters and the fast-paced story line. For me, who has the attention span of a fly, this really keeps me hooked with the plot.

This book is split into three parts and has flash backs which really keep the reader hooked. I love a thriller that has a prologue, it is a chance for the reader to know if the book is going to be good or not, and this one definitely was!

Thank you to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for this ARC.

The story starts slowly with an introduction to Brittany Young, 26, a talented pastry chef and her identical twin sister Clara, a tattoo artist, who develops chronic kidney disease and needs a kidney transplant which Brittany is happy to give to her, even if it means losing her job due to a horrible bully boss who doesn't want to give her the time off.

But something goes wrong and a heartbroken Brittany finds herself agreeing to a three year contract at the private mansion of extremely wealthy Angela and John Dalton in the South of France near Nice. They pay off all her debts, and when she finds herself accidentally pregnant from a one-night stand, offer to privately adopt her baby and give her enough money to start her own restaurant.

But are they too good to be true? Angela seems increasingly unhinged, pretending to be pregnant herself after many miscarriages and the death of her infant daughter. Nothing is as it seems and soon Brittany fears for her life. Can she figure out what's going on? One thing is clear - money doesn't seem to buy happiness.

Part II adds Angela's POV which gives an interesting new perspective to the plot. Angela is mentally ill, but it's not quite clear what caused it. Did she drown her newborn in the bathtub like her husband says, who so helpfully gives her pills to calm her? Or was something more sinister at play? Where is their daughter Faye, and why does each of the many staff have to sign NDAs? The sense of manipulation is strong here and the question is, who can you trust?

This is a brilliantly written dark psychological thriller with many twists and turns, which delves deeply into our characters' minds. There is always a sense of dread and danger in this tense story of how far people will go for what they want. Clara is an amazing character who struggles through grief, a hospital phobia and an unwanted pregnancy to discover that her nice new employers have dark secrets that are threatening to come out and harm her. The list of content warnings is long and deal a lot with child loss, so be warned.

This was my second book by this author and it won't be the last. I was hooked from the first page and the writing just flowed. I appreciated Brittany and her emotions being slowly introduced and the setting in France being properly set up, with the action ramping up towards the end. The very short chapters cleverly invite you to read "just one more chapter", until you've suddenly finished. I preferred this to "Horrible Husbands ", which I've read recently. Highly recommended.