If you read this book you need to push past the dull first half... dull is a bit mean actually, I guess I mean slow burn. Man this is a slow burn. But the twist actually had me go back and read again, think I’d made a mistake. I read the past 4 times before I realised I’d read it right and this was actually happening. I loved the twist, thought it was fantastic. But there were still a few things not cleared up and kind of ignored by the end that worried me. Some loose ends that while subtly hinted at, it was super subtle and actually I wanted it to be clearer.

This wasn’t my favourite Liv Constantine - that’s The Last Mrs Parrish without a doubt. But this is totally worth a read, and the twist will stick with you. The twist was well done, even if it is slow to get there.

This amazing thriller was even better than the author’s previous two novels. It was fascinating and kept me glued to the pages.

The writing is pure genius
and so well written
holds you captive from the first word
It's so fast paced and you become so absorbed
that when you get to the unpredictable finale
GOSH it will blow your mind

This is a must read for 2020
If you've not read the previous two books I suggest you do.

Thank you netgalley, Liv Constantine and HarperCollins UK for allowing me to read and review this book.

The Wife Stalker by Liv Constantine is a dark, twisted and delightfully slippery psychological thriller that will have your brain ticking over, trying to fit together the pieces of the jigsaw. Following the lives of two women, Piper and Joanna, readers are taken on a journey full of trickery and deceit, with secrets aplenty and suspicion hidden behind every turn of the page. Exciting, to say the least, with the ever-present sense of something more, something darker, on the cusp of being revealed, I was on the edge of my seat throughout my reading of The Wife Stalker and thoroughly enjoyed the twists and turns delivered by the author.
In The Wife Stalker by Liv Constantine, readers are introduced to Piper and Joanna. Throughout the novel, the chapters switch between the narrative of these two women, giving readers an insight into each of their separate lives. The differences between Piper and Joanna quickly become apparent, and it isn't long before we watch as their lives collide in the most devastating of ways. Introduced to Joanna's husband, Leo, through her work at the Phoenix Recovery Centre, Piper is instantly attracted to him, and the connection is stronger than anything she's ever felt before. As the invisible thread between Leo and Piper begins to tighten and pulls these two characters closer and closer, we're able to watch via Joanna's perspective and she sees Leo being drawn away by this other woman who seemingly has a hold over him like no other woman has had before. This addictive slipping and sliding between the two women, watching the action then consequences of said action ricocheting between their two lives, was fantastic, and I felt unable to look away, intrigued to see what would happen next. Liv Constantine ensures that there's enough of a pull of interest in the characters that the reader wants to find out more, and I certainly wanted to find out more...
Liv Constantine writes a distractingly curious novel in The Wife Stalker. With so much to consider, and the constant threat of Piper in Joanna's life, I really couldn't wait to see how far Constantine would force her characters to go. The in-depth look at relationships and parenthood paired well with the undertone of trouble and danger, and I felt the author really nailed the thriller aspect of this novel, with her razor-sharp style and punchy pacing. The characters, too, were crafted with great technique and detail, and I was completely fascinated by Piper and her mysterious past, which added an extra layer of distrust to the overall plot. The fall-out of Leo and Joanna was absolutely catastrophic and I couldn't tear my eyes away as I watched Joanna's life fall to pieces. Constantine captures the devastation felt by Joanna perfectly, and Piper instantly becomes the enemy as she makes herself a space in Leo and the children's lives, while at the same time ensuring there's no room for Joanna to return. I couldn't help but to feel broken-hearted on Joanna's behalf. After all, could there be anything more gut-wrenching than watch another woman take your place in your family? God, it was wretched, and I truly felt for Joanna as she tried to figure out what she could possibly to do help Leo see sense. Joanna takes it upon herself to delve a little deeper into Piper's past, and when certain things begin to come to the surface, my grip on my Kindle tightened and I sat back and waited for the truth to rock them all.
I really enjoyed the final conclusion to this novel, that of which I felt was being built-up to from the very beginning of the book. I have to say, Constantine certainly pulled the wool over my eyes and had me fooled. As soon as we switch from Piper to Joanna, I knew these characters would, at some point, come together and battle for the life they wanted so desperately with Leo and his children. The plot was mostly driven by the characters and their motives, encouraging the tension to escalate from the very first page, a tension so palpable I'm surprised my Kindle didn't spontaneously combust in my hands. The twist, which is mentioned on the cover of The wife Stalker, was certainly not anticipated by me, making it all the more bold and clever and I really have to applaud the author for pulling it off because I sat there and considered it for a while once I'd finished the book.
Overall, The Wife Stalker by Liv Constantine was a twisted and tense story of hidden pasts and unearthed secrets. It was brilliantly-paced, punchy and well-structured, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. The in-depth dive into family and relationships was so well done, and I really look forward to seeing what's next from Liv Constantine. This book is receiving a four out of five rating from The Book Babe today. With thanks to Harper Collins for the advanced reading copy of this book, that of which has no reflection on me giving a fair and honest review.

For 90% of this book, I was really disappointed. I'd previously loved The Last Mrs Parish so had been hoping for good things but I couldn't help dying to finish so I could pick up another book. Pretty much every single one of the characters annoyed me and it felt like a story that had been done time and time again - dad falls for an incredibly beautiful woman and so ensues a whirlwind relationship with plenty of bumps along the road. Leo was an awful character who I eye-rolled at numerous times, for someone who was this incredible lawyer, he really wasn't very bright. My first thought was that the book moved very quickly which felt unrealistic but then this made a bit more sense by the end of the book. The twists come out in the last 10% of the book and admittedly, I hadn't expected them but it was a case of too little too late for me personally. I don't want to have to wait till the last 10% of a book until it gets good. The ending was incredibly rushed and it still left a lot unanswered but not in a teasing way, more a lazy one.

Another great suspense thriller from this author. This was amazing and I’d have never ever have guessed the twist. Brilliant xx

First book I have read by the author what can i say wont be the last. Brilliant book twists and turns didnt want it to finish.

Deviously dark and engrossing. The Wife Stalker is that book you read in one sitting because you become so absorbed in It and needs to know what happens next.

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Fast paced and addictive. Liv's best work till date.
If you've not read Liv Constantine then what are you waiting for? Go and give this mind blowing novel a read. She's really perfect.
Piper Reynard sets down roots, opening a rehab and wellness space and joining a local yacht club. When she meets Leo Drakos, a handsome, successful lawyer, the wedding ring on his finger is the only thing she doesn’t like about him. Yet as Piper well knows, no marriage is permanent.Meanwhile, Joanna has been waiting patiently for Leo, the charismatic man she fell in love with all those years ago, to re-emerge from the severe depression that has engulfed him. Though she’s thankful when Leo returns to his charming, energetic self, paying attention again to Evie and Stelli, the children they both love beyond measure, Joanna is shocked to discover that it’s not her loving support that’s sparked his renewed happiness—it’s something else.
I loved the character of Piper. Overall plot is brilliant and it's narration is like a cherry on a cake.
Its a must read of 2020.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Collins UK Harper Fiction for giving me an advance copy of this amazing psychological thriller.

Loved This book the characters were so well written and the plot was really good
The best thing about this book was the twist I never saw it coming and that for me made the book

Loved this. Plus it did keep me guessing and that happens rarely- a clever bit of plotting here from Liv Constantine of whom I am a fan having also loved her previous novel.

This is a two way drama- the new wife and the ex - both harbouring a dark side it seems but the play on this particular circumstance is very clever. 

A very pacy plot with things happening at breakneck speed in relation to the ebb and flow of the dynamic between these two women- it is utterly riveting and unpredictable throughout. 

If you love an intelligent, really well written psychological thriller that doesn't immediately make all it's secrets obvious then you will love this. I certainly did.

Recommended.