Just reading the words on the cover had me interested in the premise of this book. I was interested to see what exactly was happening and, obviously, if there were any ulterior motives.

I enjoyed the numerous POVs telling the story so that you’re given just enough information to wonder what was going to happen next and if your theories were correct. I wouldn’t say I connected to any of the characters, the story felt more like you were watching from the outside. The ending wasn’t overly predictable, which I liked, and I think I was expecting way more drama.

This was definitely an interesting premise, and although did the storytelling was a bit slow at times, I was interested in seeing how everything played out in the end.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the opportunity to read this book. All opinions are my own.

This book has a believable cast of characters. It is well written and very twisty. The story was very engaging and gripping.
But it could have been a bit more gritty

I must firstly apologise for the amount of time it has taken me to provide a review of this book, my health was rather bad for quite some time, something that had me in hospital on numerous occasions and simply didnt leave me with the time I once had to do what I love most.

Unfortunately that does mean I have missed the archive date for many of these books, so It would feel unjust throwing any review together without being able to pay attention to each novel properly.

However, I am now back to reading as before and look forward to sharing my honest reviews as always going forward. I thank you f0r the patience and understanding throughout x

Reading the synopsis of this book, I expected it to be like The Serial Killer's Wife by Alice Hunter which was a very good book. But NOOOOOOOO, this is one very different kind of "WHAT" book. Why WHAT? Because I said WHAT at some point in every chapter, it is that deliciously twisted. The characters, and there are many, have all chosen sides in this story and each has a very good reason. But, I kept turning pages, thinking someone is going to explode any second now, but nope. When the end comes, and it's a very good one, all I could say was.....I need to read this one again!!!

Holy Guacamole! I stayed up late at night reading this book and finishing it. In a nutshell, a woman marries a man who killed her son. As the story progresses through the pages, the story is told little by little, throwing twists that I never saw coming. I have been a huge fan of K.L. Slater's for a long time - her books just keep getting better. I can't wait for Slater's next page-turner.

Another gripping read. From the start I was drawn into the book by the idea of this marriage. Unconventional by any standards it soon becomes clear there is more up it than it seems. Twist after twist makes it unputdownable. For lovers of mind games, this is a MUST

This author just keeps getting better and better with every book she writes
I have always been a big fan of the author and K L Slater is now becoming an auto buy : auto request author
The storyline, at times, can be unbelievable. However the author throws in so many twists and turns that the reader quickly forgets that and becomes engulfed in the story
I loved reading the multiple perspectives and I was greedy to finish the book that I read it one sitting
A highly recommended book

The Marriage by KL Slater : if you’re on the look out for an insanely gripping thriller, this one is for you!

I can’t put into words how much of a page turner this is, it’s written so well - you’ll be thinking ‘what on earth can happen next?!’ and have absolutely zero clue what twists are in store…

Missing one star as I guessed the ending (does it count if I only realised just before the start of the last couple of chapters?) but other than that, a crazy good read 👏🏼

Loved this thriller , kept me on my toes wanting more , I really clicked with the characters which made the book more enjoyable, will be definitely reading more by this author

This book was a decent read - it kept me entertained while on vacation. However the writing felt a little lazy. The “bad guy” was clear all along - I’ve never encountered a character more toxic than Robert! - and attempted diversions by the author were obvious and not believable. The secondary characters (the teacher and Audrey) didn’t feel like they fit well into the story and were a distraction. I hope for better from this author in the future.

This was a really disappointing read.

I have previously read and really enjoyed books by this author before but this one really missed the mark.

This is definitely more of a domestic suspense rather than thriller.

I found this book really dragged on, with little action until the very end.

The concept was interesting but after the first 50 pages, not much happened.

The writing and characters were just okay.

Overall, I was disappointed by this book, I found it boring and didn't really care by the time I got to the end. I will read more by this author in the future, as I hope this was just a blip and her other books are fantastic as the ones I've previously read.

I love this author and have found the previous books to be gripping and engaging, and this one was no different, this has a fantastic plot and I raced through!

I love K.L. Slater and I can proudly say that I have read all of her books. I have loved every single book, so of course I was very excited and had to read this one immediately.

Boy it was gripping, full of unexpected twists and turns and it kept me hanging on the edge of my seat.

Run don't walk for your copy!

A big thank you to netgalley for a copy of this book.

Another fantastic read from the author. Never disappoints! This one is as gripping as always with some great twists. Fascinating characters too.

HOLY....this book was AMAZING!!! One of the best I've read all year. It was so chilling, spooky, mysterious, and I LOVED it! K.L. Slater is such a genius. The premise was truly terrifying and I couldn't stop talking about it even after I finished reading.

Good read, enjoyable and keeps the reader guessing. I am a fan of the author and have read several of her books.

Loved the characters and the insight we get of them all from every angle. The twists and turns throughout kept my attention so much that i read the book in a day.

I have enjoyed KL Slater's books before, but I when I read the blurb of this novel, I have to confess about being a little bit worried that I wouldn't enjoy the content/subject matter.

Now, don't get me wrong, I'm sure it wouldn't be everyone's cup of tea, but as we learn about why our protagonist is doing what she is doing, we begin to understand it.

This book is a brilliantly unusual thriller, with a unique storyline that shouldn't be missed.

I was a little apprehensive going into this book because even though it sounded interesting, I was worried it would be your usual, run of the mill thriller. I was so wrong.

This book really sucks you in from the first page. We follow Bridget and Tom as they start their marriage following Tom's release from prison, much to his parents horror. Quickly, the story branches out into sub plots & places suspicions on almost every character.

This was really enjoyable and difficult to put down. It didn't go in the direction I was expecting and had an ending I did not see coming. In saying that, I think the author maybe lead the reader a bit too far in a different direction than the ending actually took. That's just a personal take, I still really enjoyed the ending & I was definitely shocked.

I gave this 4 stars⭐

Thanks to K.L. Slater, Bookouture & NetGalley for an eArc of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Ten years ago my darling son Jesse was murdered and our perfect family was destroyed. My strong, handsome boy, so full of life, became a memory, a photo I carried with me everywhere.

But today I’m finally close to finding happiness again. My ash-blonde hair has been curled into ringlets. Carefully placed white flowers frame my delicate features. The small, drab chapel has been prettied up with white satin, and there are tiny red hearts scattered on the small table where I will soon sign the register with my new husband.

The man who killed my son.

My attention was immediately captured when I finished reading the premise of this book! I couldn't wait to get started to know the entire plot and I wasn't disappointed.

Right from the first page, the book is filled with tension and there were so many twists that I didn't stop reading until I reached the end!

Thank You NetGalley and Bookouture for the ARC!