I read this book in one day, I couldn’t put it down. There are plenty of twists and turns throughout to keep you on the edge of your seat. The characters were great, the story was very enjoyable and suspenseful and the style of writing was perfect. This is the first book that I have read by this author, I have just bought her next book on Amazon so can’t wait to get reading it.
I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys reading psychological thrillers.
Thank you netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for a honest review.

Due to a sudden, unexpected passing in the family a few years ago and another more recently and my subsequent (mental) health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for several years after the bereavements. This meant I didn't read or venture onto netgalley for years as not only did it remind me of that person as they shared my passion for reading, but I also struggled to maintain interest in anything due to overwhelming depression. I was therefore unable to download this title in time and so I couldn't give a review as it wasn't successfully acquired before it was archived. The second issue that has happened with some of my other books is that I had them downloaded to one particular device and said device is now defunct, so I have no access to those books anymore, sadly.

This means I can't leave an accurate reflection of my feelings towards the book as I am unable to read it now and so I am leaving a message of explanation instead. I am now back to reading and reviewing full time as once considerable time had passed I have found that books have been helping me significantly in terms of my mindset and mental health - this was after having no interest in anything for quite a number of years after the passings. Anything requested and approved will be read and a review written and posted to Amazon (where I am a Hall of Famer & Top Reviewer), Goodreads (where I have several thousand friends and the same amount who follow my reviews) and Waterstones (or Barnes & Noble if the publisher is American based). Thank you for the opportunity and apologies for the inconvenience.

I was grabbed by the tag lines with this book.
I enjoyed the most part of it, but I felt it lacked suspense and tension.

Devoured in one sitting. Samantha M Bailey has created your typical tense psychological thriller, with the textbook twists required.

Wow, what a read! Tense and action packed. I raced through it in one evening - it was that gripping! I can't wait to read more from the author!

Oh my goodness! For a debut this certainly packs a punch!
I found myself staying up promising myself just one more chapter.... then one more.... it’s just one of those books where you simply can’t put it down!

Disturbing beginning, a good read, but I’ve read better. Well written and the ending I didn’t guess but same as other thrillers - just didn’t blow me away. Feel I ought to say sorry!

Brilliant. This was a well written book that I greatly enjoyed and already plan to recommend. Believable characters and an inticing setting. Some parts were perhaps a little lengthy, but maybe because I was impatient to reach the novels conclusion! Thank you Netgalley for the chance to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

Just your average thriller to be honest. It’s well written, which meant I didn’t guess the ending, but it’s nothing that I haven’t read before in plenty of other thrillers. That’s not meant to be off putting because it was a good read but it just didn’t blow my mind.

Quite a disturbing start to this book, but you are plunged in to an exciting, tense thriller, which piles on the suspense. I really enjoyed this book, and I will read more by this author.

This was an exciting read and kept me interested throughout. I thought the plot was slightly unrealistic in places, but the twists and tension more than made up for that. Both Morgan and Nicole were fully rounded characters and it was an interesting look at motherhood too. Recommended for thriller fans!

My thanks to Netgalley and Headline for a copy of “Woman On The Edge” for an honest review.
This was a fast paced read , with a little twist in most chapters that helped the plot move along well.
Not too long a book and I enjoyed the style of writing
I have already recommended this to a couple of friends who have enjoyed it as much as I have

Wow this book was fantastic I read every word well sat on the edge of my seat waiting for the next twist in the tale I just couldn't put it down you no it's a good story when it keeps you up all night because you have to finish it

Woman On The Edge explores what it’s like for many women as new mums: with the constant state of paranoia that sleep deprivation brings. It is about obsession and madness, motherhood and trauma. This is a debut and I can’t wait for her next book! 4/5

This multiple character view point novel had a lot of potential but unfortunately it didn't feel fully worked through for me. There were aspects, particularly related to the birthing and postnatal care, which needed more research or an in-depth discussion with a midwife / obstetrician / doula. This is only my opinion as a midwife, and it may be that this wasn't an issue for other readers. Overall, the plot is fast paced and cinematic with the added texture of an unexpected love story woven into what would otherwise be such a sad tale. I feel this storyline would work much better as a TV mini series or movie where the lack of depth would be overshadowed by the action and suspense.

I really enjoyed this dual-edged, double perspective aspect of this story and kept me reading right to the end of the book. The story was disturbing of course - and has a suicide near the beginning - but the story itself unfolds amazingly.

#WomanOnTheEdge #NetGalley
Mind blowing novel. Stunning debut.
a split second, Morgan's life changes for ever. A stranger hands her a baby, then jumps in front of a train.Morgan has never seen the woman before and she can't understand what would cause a person to give away her child and take her own life.When the police question Morgan, she discovers none of the witnesses can corroborate her version of events. And when they learn Morgan longs for a baby of her own, she becomes a suspect.To prove her innocence, Morgan frantically tries to retrace the last days of the woman's life. She begins to understand that Nicole Markham believed she and her baby were in danger. Now Morgan might be in danger, too.
Thanks to NetGalley and Headline for giving me an advance copy.

This kept me reading until the end. I really enjoyed the two-character flashback perspective as the stories of each character unfolded. While the story is confronting with regards to the subject matter of suicide, PPD and anxiety there is enough depth to this story to cope with this. Recommended.

I absolutely loved this outstanding debut novel, We learn about a successful business woman who is desperate for a baby. Her life changes when one is thrust into her hands while she waits for the tube. Seconds later the mother commits suicide. Or was she pushed? A real psychological thriller that will keep you turning the pages to find out more and more.

A woman with a past, trauma, fear and suffering. She’s now strong and independent, married to a husband that supports her, pregnant with a surprise but much wanted baby and a thriving company that she’s built from the bottom up. She gives birth to a sweet baby girl, Quinn and then the problems begin. Paranoia and obsession lurk in the shadows becoming a dominant presence in the recesses of her mind.

My heart broke whilst reading the novel. As a fellow sufferer of Post Natal Depression, it was close to my heart. Unfortunately becoming a mother isn’t the beautiful, sunshine and rainbows experience for everyone. Its evil and disturbing but the story is utterly compelling. Little Quinn warmed my heart and the interactions between mother and child brought a genuine tear to my eye. I could picture her bubbly little laughs, her twinkling big eyes and her infectious aura. She brought light to an otherwise dark existence. From the start you know that Nicole has suffered hurt, to see her fall from grace, from high powered business woman to struggling mother. The theme is both moving and heartfelt but with a core of pure tension.

As a mother myself I could totally relate to the feelings Nicole had as a new mother, especially of a first born. The feelings are new, you love this little bundle with such a fierce intensity and a maternal instinct that would propel you forward to do anything for your baby. Nicole developed such a strong bond with her daughter that she didn’t want to put her down, have others care for her or sleep in case something terrible happened to her. How many mothers can associate that strong feeling in the early weeks? It’s such a relatable topic and so terrifyingly real.

Nicole’s plight had such an intense emotional reaction in me. Going through the story knowing what happened to Nicole, her presence had the haunting ambiance of a ghost. You knew how it was going to transcend but the lead up was cruel, but the narrative was glorious. It was dangerously addictive until the final truth will out.

The story is told in dual prospective, Nicole and Morgan. Both women were extremely relatable, and you were ready to follow them straight to hell. Their experiences were similar, and Morgan made forthright decisions to take back control of her life. They were needed to bring her to a point when all was right with the world again. The author has an extremely talented knack for writing characters that connect with the reader in the most mesmerising fashion.

“Take My Baby.”

Woman on the Edge is a throat punch. I cried, I was angry, and I just couldn’t stop turning the pages. A landslide to the heart. Tragedy but with a large helping of healing. Complex and suspenseful. Sharp edged and claustrophobic. A perfect read for those cosy winter nights.