Amelia appears to have it all but what is her close friend Paige's agenda? The plot expertly weaves a tale of intrigue and suspense. It is full of twists that kept me guessing.

What a brilliant read! Miranda Rijks has done it again she’s one of my favourite authors, and this gripping thriller had me hooked from start to finish.

Amelia appears to have it all: a successful career as a yoga teacher, a beautiful home, a devoted husband, and strong friendships in her community. She’s especially close to Paige, a fellow instructor and trusted friend. But when Amelia’s life begins to unravel, she starts to question whether Paige is truly who she seems or if she's been the cause of it all.

The suspense is expertly crafted, with clever twists that kept me guessing right up to the final pages. The characters feel real, the pacing is tight, and the tension builds beautifully. I was completely absorbed. A binge-worthy, twist-filled thriller I’ll be recommending to all my fellow psychological thriller fans. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this fantastic book!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5 — Unexpectedly gripping!

I went into this thinking it would just be a story about a mentally unstable woman (Paige) who’s insanely jealous, and a kind but naive yoga teacher (Amelia) who trusts the wrong person. But wow 😲 this book quickly turned out to be so much more than that.

Right from the beginning, the pace is lightning-fast. It’s one of those psychological thrillers that you could easily devour in a single day (and yes! I did.) Every chapter left me wanting more.

✨ What I loved:
* The shifting POVs between Amelia, Paige, and Marnie gave depth to the story, especially Marnie’s perspective, which added emotional tension beyond just the adult drama.

* Paige is the perfect antagonist: twisted, manipulative, and terrifying in the most chillingly calm way.

* The descent of Amelia’s seemingly perfect life felt both heartbreaking and suspenseful. You can’t help but root for her, even as everything starts to fall apart.

This book is a wild ride of friendship, betrayal, and slow-burning revenge. Big recommendation for fans of fast-paced domestic thrillers with complex female leads and deliciously evil intentions.

Amelia has a good life, a handsome husband, a beautiful home and is a successful yoga teacher. Amelia is friends with the other yoga teachers and particularly close to Paige- but can Paige be trusted? Suddenly Amelia’s world is crumbling around her and her trusted ‘friend’ might be the reason.

This book was so good from start to finish. It builds great tension and I felt quite sorry for Amelia, her life literally falls apart and she has no idea why. I did not see the twist at all. I’ve not read anything by this author before but I would definitely have a look at her previous books after reading this.

This was such a fun and entertaining psychological thriller. The revenge plot in this one was on point. It kept me glued to the pages from start to finish. Filled with suspense and thrills. I really enjoyed it.

Another fantastic page turner that had me hooked from the very first page! Full of twists and turns.

This is yet another fabulous domestic thriller by Miranda Rijks. It is packed full of twists and turns and comes with an amazing ending. Be warned, you won’t be able to put it down once you start it!

You can trust me, NOT! What a psychological thriller! This book will have you on a twisty turny roller coaster that you keep your eyes closed because you don’t want to see what is around the next corner

This dramatic story will keep you glued to the pages. Trust me, it’s about two women. One is seeking revenge. Amelia is your typical housewife, living in a big house with a loving husband and daughter. But she’s naïve. Page, on the other hand, is a crazy psychopath in a loving relationship with a great daughter. She has Amelia in her sights, determined to destroy everything she loves. This isn’t your typical fast-paced thriller. You know what’s happening, but you don’t know why. But it will definitely keep you wanting to read more.

Wow!!!!! I’m left totally speechless. This has to be my favorite book by this author yet. From the beginning to the end I was kept on the edge of my seat. I swiped through the pages so quickly. I had to get to that shocking ending and fast. I don’t know where to start with this one. How about the characters. They were all great and fit the story perfectly. Each of them had a role to play and they all did it so well. Next up plot. The blurb did not do this one justice at all. It was juicer then I thought it would be. Also, it was very refreshing to read something different. The books I’ve reading lately have all been the same. Either they are about missing kids or spouses hiding deep dark secrets from each other. It was wonderful to read something different. Last but not least my favorite part of every book, the ending. OMG!!!!! It was awesome!!!!! What’s that saying. Keep your friends close and your enemies closer. Or the other saying. With friends like these who need enemies. Both of these sayings fit with this book perfectly. This author just keeps getting better and better with every book. I just love her so much. I can’t wait to read more by her.

Love this author so i knew i would enjoy it.
I tried to keep it for when i had the time and peace to enjoy it.......i lasted two days!!
Great plot and well written characters.
Who can you trust and why would you doubt them?
I don't want to give anything away but this is a MUST read.
My thanks to netgalley, the publisher and the author for my copy.

The plot definitely kept me engaged and I found myself wanting to know more. I also appreciated the way the story unfolded, as it kept me guessing until the very end. The pacing was great, allowing for the right amount of suspense and character development. It was a truly enjoyable read that I would highly recommend.

This book was full of so many plot twists, which made it another fun psychological Thriller, which Rijks nails every time.
You never know when you meet someone if they are genuine or want something from you.
Amelia is a yoga teacher, who’s live is unraveling after a scan and her teenage daughter is rebelling. She meets Paige and their daughters Taryn and Marnie become besties.
Paige has placed herself in Amelia and her daughter’s life, but it is NO ACCIDENT. She has ulterior motives and they are not good.
Get ready for a WILD ride!!!

I devoured this book in one day, it completely hooked me! You Can Trust Me is a dark, twisty, and addictive read filled with ruthless characters and shocking turns. Paige and her daughter were absolutely unhinged in the best way, and I loved seeing the chaos unfold through the different POVs. The shifting perspectives between the mothers and daughters added so much depth and suspense.

Miranda Rijks knows how to keep the tension high and the drama juicy. Just when I thought I had things figured out, another layer would peel back. If you like fast-paced thrillers with dysfunctional family dynamics and deliciously manipulative characters, don’t miss this one.

You Can Trust Me by Miranda Rijks is a gripping psychological thriller built on the foundation of a toxic friendship turned catastrophic. When yoga instructor Amelia becomes the target of a devastating online scam, her colleague Paige steps in as the hero—only to reveal chilling ulterior motives. As Paige subtly undermines Amelia’s finances, marriage, and sense of self, every moment crackles with tension and uncertainty. The relentless betrayals and well-placed red flags keep you guessing until the final page. A dark, twist-filled exploration of trust and deception, this novel cements Rijks’s reputation as a master of suspense.

I had no idea where this book was going and it took me longer to get through than I normally do but we had company for a week and I wasn’t able to read as much. So … Miranda Rijks’ latest You Can Trust Me had me glued from the very first page. You sure can’t trust anyone in this book!! The ending is shocking! It came out of nowhere. Well done Miranda!!! Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this early release in exchange for my honest review. To be published July 20, 2025.

"You Can Trust Me" by Miranda Rijks is an emotionally charged, fast-paced psychological thriller about toxic friendships that keeps readers guessing until the very end, featuring twists that hit you when you least expect them. This book illustrates how easily one can turn someone’s life into a bloody nightmare and how difficult it can be to prove the truth.

Amelia and Paige are yoga teachers at the same studio. When Amelia falls victim to an online scam, Paige helps her secure a refund and becomes her hero. However, Paige is a skilled con artist and actress with her own plans to take Amelia's money and tear her life apart. Complicating matters further, Amelia’s daughter and Paige's daughter become friends and seek support from each other as they navigate their crazy mothers.

Despite the book being presented from multiple points of view, it is easy to follow the events.

I’m always excited to read Miranda's books. I just checked and out of the ten books by her that I've read, I rated eight 5 stars and two 4 stars. It's fair to say I am a fan of her writing.

Thank you to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for this copy!

Miranda Rijks is an author who is always on my list of favorite authors and with her latest, You Can Trust Me, she did not disappoint!

We are thrown into a story that resonates because we hear it far too often - what if? What if your life was being destroyed and you had no idea you were being targeted? Your savings - gone! Your reputation - gone! Even your child goes missing. Now imagine it's someone closer than you think, someone who constantly tells you, "You can trust me.!"

If you ever wanted a character to feel sorry for, it's Amelia. She meets Paige at the yoga studio where she teaches. Soon, her daughter Marnie, and Paige's daughter Taryn, become fast friends. Amelia thinks Paige is giving her great advice when an online retailer scams her. She also feels that Taryn is a good influence on her daughter, since Taryn is such a bright student. And she thought her husband would never cheat on her. She couldn't be more wrong - on two out of three of these counts.

This is a book that will leave you clenching your jaw, and maybe obsessively checking your bank accounts!

Thanks to the author, NetGalley, and Inkubator books for an advance reader's copy.

Amelia and Paige are colleagues, both married, both yoga instructors, and become close friends. Their daughters, Marnie and Taryn are at the same school, and become best friends too. Amelia's problems begin when she buys a dress online, and is the victim of a scam. Her friend Paige is very good with computers, and helps Amelia to get her money back, but from then on, Amelia's life seems to be nothing but problems, one after the other. Her job is affected, money vanishes from her bank account, her marriage is on shaky ground. She turns to Paige, who is sympathetic, but Amelia begins to wonder if that sympathy is genuine, or is something going on with Paige that Amelia knows nothing about.
The story is told from the viewpoints of the mothers and the daughters, and after a slow but tense build up, the plot takes off into a gripping roller coaster ride, with an ending I did not expect. I read this book in one sitting, as I could not wait to see what happened next.
Thank you for my advance copy.

📖 Book Name: You Can Trust Me
✍️ Author: Miranda Rijks
📅 Pub Date: July 20, 2025
🏷️ Publisher: Inkubator Books
📚 Genre: General Fiction (Adult) | Mystery & Thrillers

Thank you NetGalley and Inkubator Books for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

📝 Description:
They were the best of friends. And the worst of enemies.

When yoga teacher Amelia falls victim to an online scam, her colleague Paige really comes through for her. And with their daughters Marnie and Taryn becoming best friends, the two families grow even closer.

But all is not as it seems. Paige has an agenda.

Once she has won Amelia’s trust, Paige starts to execute her carefully laid plan… stealing Amelia’s money, destroying her business, undermining her marriage. All the while pretending to be Amelia’s closest friend.

Will Amelia realize what’s going on before it’s too late? Or will Paige succeed in turning her life into a living hell before finally extinguishing it?

Two women trapped in a fight to the bitter end – the best of friends, the worst of enemies.

You Can Trust Me – the chilling psychological thriller from the best-selling author of The Visitors and Make Her Pay.


💭 My Thought :
Miranda Rijks truly knows how to twist a reader’s mind—and You Can Trust Me is psychological warfare at its finest. Right from the opening chapter, I was stunned. A teenage killer? That reveal slapped me awake and pulled me straight into this chilling nightmare.

What unfolds next is a slow, venomous attack dressed up as friendship. Paige is pure evil—strategic, manipulative, and merciless. She doesn’t just want to ruin Amelia… she wants to become her. And she’ll stop at nothing to take over her life—her business, her home, her marriage, and her child.

Watching Amelia unravel was both painful and powerful. I screamed inside, wishing she’d see the truth sooner. But I never gave up on her. She may have been slow to catch on, but when she rose—she fought back hard. She protected herself. She protected Marnie.

And oh, how I adored Marnie. Brave, quiet, smart—she was the soul of this story. Even as the adults played twisted games, Marnie saw the cracks. She is a character I will carry with me.

Hudson and Dean—I pay my sympathy. Their flaws didn’t make them villains, just tragic pieces in Paige’s cruel puzzle.

And as for Taryan… chilling doesn’t even begin to cover it. That girl gave me goosebumps. Cold, calculated, and terrifying beyond her years.

This book isn’t just a thriller—it’s a sharp reminder that the real monsters might be smiling across your kitchen table.

If you love fast-paced psychological thrillers filled with betrayal, twisted friendships, shocking teens, and fierce survival—you’ll devour this one.

🌟 5 stars from me!

📌 Add it to your TBR ASAP.

And yes… I have trust issues now 🥹

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