This would be a great summer beach read. It is a quick fast read. It kept me engaged throughout. The twist and turns kept coming. However I was disappointed with the ending where I felt that the book became rather unrealistic at the end, and jump the shark.

This is an edge of your seat read. Before you realize it, you are reading as fast as you can to find out what is going to happen, to the exclusion of everything around you.
Every Breath You Take is about a woman who receives a text from her husband saying he found someone else and wants a divorce. From there the woman’s life tumbles into chaos. It is a living nightmare and unexpected twists abound. .
The book is perfect for mystery/thriller fans but also readers who wish to delve into this genre, as it is an easy read. I think cosy readers would enjoy it, as well, since it is not focused on blood and guts.

There is an aspect of LBGTQ+ in this a story for those who do not wish to read about this topic.

I received an ARC from Incubator Books through NetGalley. This in no way affects my opinion or rating or this book. I am voluntarily submitting this review and am under no obligation to do so.

Eva's husband, Samuel, send her a text saying that he has found someone else. But he took none of his belongings with him when he disappeared, and she knows that he would never leave their two children without a word. She tries to keep her children in the dark, and go on with her life, until she receives a terrifying picture of him with a knife to his neck. His kidnapper gives Eva a series of ridiculous demands that she has to fulfill in order to guarantee Samuel's safety. And she can't tell anyone why.

This book, like the author's other titles, is full of suspense and unexpected plot twists. I didn't feel that it merited 5 stars because the scenario under which Samuel disappeared was a bit too farfetched, as was the ending. But it was an enjoyable read nevertheless.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

Loved it. Really easy to read I got to know the characters quite quickly so was able to keep track of what was going in. Definitely some added twists I hadn’t seen coming. Just something completely different. It’s left me wanting to read more by this author as it somehow just felt fresh.

Thanks to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for this Advanced Reader’s Copy of Every Breath You Take by Miranda Rijks due to be published July 14, 2024.
This is my fourteenth book by Miranda Rijks – she is one of my favorite authors!
When Eva’s husband Samuel doesn’t come home for the night, she is very concerned. She is even more afraid when she receives a picture of Samuel being held and is asked to perform a strange “bucket list” of things to do to save Samuel. Who is holding him captured and why?
Every Breath You Take is a story like no other one I’ve read – the premise is totally new to me. Eva seems to perform all the tasks she is asked with no questions asked, afraid to go to the police. Some of the tasks are mundane, and some are pretty bizarre. The ending is quite a surprise and brings the book back full circle. Another good one by Miranda Rijks!
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I just finished Miranda Rijks latest book and, once again, it's another winner! This fast paced story was filled with suspense, tension, and excitement and I finished it in just two days. The identity of the villain was revealed a bit sooner than I expected but it was a very unexpected and bold choice to make that character the guilty party. After the big reveal, I expected the book to just wind down to it's inevitable conclusion but, there was another, even more shocking, twist at the end! I don't know how Miranda Rijks manages to do it, but everyone of her books gives me such a wonderful experience and this one was no exception. I'm already looking forward to her next book!
Thank you, NetGalley, for allowing me to enjoy this ARC!

My hopes for this book were pretty high, so that may have influenced how I felt about it. The story was a little off for me, I can’t exactly pinpoint why. I supposed I just found it hard to believe a lot of it. Of course, that’s what I read these kinds of books for- most things are a little grandiose and I understand that, this one just didn’t line up right for me. I don’t want to include any spoilers, but I did find the main character to be quite naive and blind to things that most people would probably notice. I did like the book but not as much as other books that I have read by this author.

Every Breath You Take by Miranda Rijks is another five star read from this never to be missed author.

Eva's husband Samuel has gone missing following a night out with friends. Their marriage has always been strong, so Eva knows that her husband would never leave willingly and suspects that he has met with foul play as that is surely the only explanation. That is, until a message arrives from Samuel telling her that he has left to be with his lover and will soon be in touch, leaving a devastated Eva to make sense of it all, until things take another terrifying turn.

Told from the alternating perspectives of 'The Wife' and 'The Lover ', this is a suspenseful, adrenaline-fuelled tale that will virtually propel you through the pages.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for an ARC.

Started reading this title and still couldn’t put it down. I did not finish yet but I can tell this one is one of those mystery thriller books to keep you on the edge of your sit. Amazing plot, beautifully written. I am loving it!

What did I just read? Eva’s husband is missing. And now she is being threatened. About midway, I thought, oh good, that explains it, but then the plot took another sharp turn! This is a fast paced, high tension thriller. I will always read Miranda Rijks’ books, they keep your jaw dropping wide open over and over. A must read!! Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this advanced copy.

This book was wild! I felt like I was losing my mind right alongside Eva. I shook my head and protested throughout this entire story at her blind willingness to just go along with the kidnapper's requests. Sorry not sorry, but I wouldn't do any of those things, especially without proof of life. I wanted to scream at her to just stop and go the police. The gaslighting by her friends and family really ticked me off, too. I literally felt like I was having a mental breakdown. I thought for sure I had it all figured out, but the reveals were like huge slaps to the face. I definitely did not see that coming! This book was crazy, and I would definitely recommend! 

Thank you to the author, Inkubator Books, and NetGalley for granting me digital access in exchange for my honest review!

Miranda Rijks’ latest thriller comes out in July 2024 and I was lucky enough to grab a copy from NetGalley and the publisher. I could not keep up with this book. So much detail, twists and turns all over the place. Loved it!!!! I love ALL her books!!! Just a fantastic thriller writer!

I have read a handful of books by this author, and I usually love them so much. This one wasn't quite as gripping for me. It was still interesting, and I read it in just a few hours, but it didn't give me the rush that I'm used to when I read her books. Overall I did enjoy it, and I will continue to read and recommend her!

Wow! Miranda Rijks, once again, writes a jaw dropping psychological thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat. I have read every one of Rijks books, and this has to be one of her best to date.
This book has it all: secrets, lies, and betrayal in the worst way. Clear your schedule for this fast paced page turner!!

𝐀𝐢𝐫 𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐦𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐚 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐲, 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫. 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐈 𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤.

I have read and loved all of Miranda's thrillers, but this one is her juiciest and most jaw dropping yet!

Eva and Samuel have a great marriage. So when he goes silent during a night out with the boys, she doesn't think anything of it. When he's not home in the morning, however, she's concerned. After several frantic hours, she receives a text from him stating that he's fallen in love with someone else and will contact her in a few days regarding the kids. Stunned doesn't even begin to describe how Eva feels, but then the situation turns darker.

She receives a photo of Samuel with a knife to his neck and a demand: 𝒅𝒐 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒏 𝒎𝒚 𝒃𝒖𝒄𝒌𝒆𝒕 𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒓 𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒅𝒊𝒆. Eva finds herself at the mercy of whoever is behind the screen as the demands become more and more bizarre. Who is behind this madness? Is someone in her inner circle laughing behind her back as they execute the worst betrayal a friend is capable of? Has she been targeted by a stranger or someone from her past?

Told from alternating points of view, The Wife and The Lover, when that twist hit, it was wholly unexpected, and I had to read a few lines twice to be sure. And just when I thought I had everything figured out, she got me again. Well played! Thank you so much to Inkubator Books for the early copy. This title will publish July 14, 2024.

EVERY BREATH YOU TAKE by Miranda Rijks
⭐️ rating: 7/10

read if you like:
🕵🏻 kidnapping
🏡 family dramas
💨 quick read thrillers

summary:
I binged this right after Freida McFadden’s new book, and for fans of her style, this book is for you! It’s about Eva and Samuel, a seemingly happy couple, living with their two children when Samuel goes missing after a night out with friends. Eva quickly discovers that he has been kidnapped by someone determined to do everything in their power to split the couple up. They communicate with Eva through Snapchat, delivering several “dares” that Eva has to complete in order for Samuel to live. While everyone around her is increasingly concerned about her erratic behavior, Eva is fighting for her husbands life while wondering — where is he, and who is he with?

The book alternates POV’s between Eva’s and the kidnappers, and moves quickly. I was a little creeped out by the kidnappers story, but I guess that’s the point? It’s hard to say a lot without spoiling anything, but I will say it was hard to see Eva get gaslit by all her friends and family while she refuses to tell them what’s going on with Samuel. They all assume she’s going crazy and no one bothers to give her the benefit of the doubt, which is frustrating to watch. The big reveal takes place halfway through the book, which is nice, and then there is a HUGE curveball at the end.

If you like quick reads with a shock factor, check out EVERY BREATH YOU TAKE. Thanks to Inkubator Books and Net Galley for the advanced copy. You can read this for yourself when it releases on July 14!

What a brilliant book this is, I think this has to be Miranda's best yet and I have read quite a few.

The storyline was exciting with great characters, a twisty read that kept me on the edge of my seat throughout. I had to stay up until midnight to finish it and what can I say about the fantastic ending, just brilliant with everything brought to a satisfactory conclusion.

Thank you to Netgalley and Inkubator Books for this ARC which has to be another of one of my top ten reads for 2024.

Wow! Did not see that coming.
A crazy story with a crazy twist.

Great character build up and definitely one that will keep you interested in the storyline.

I’m so happy I stumbled across this author. She is a master storyteller and you will be happy you read her books.

Thank you NetGalley and Inkubator Books for the eARC.
This was a knuckle bitter, tense and full.of surprises, with interesting characters. It's written alternatively by the wife and the lover and that works really well. Everyone thinks the poor wife is in need of a psychiatrist, but surely she's entitled to be super upset by having her loving husband end their marriage (by text!) to tell her he's met someone else and disappears.
Good read with quite a shocking twist.

Wow what a read! I am a big fan of Miranda Rijks and this did not disappoint.
Eva's husband is kidnapped and she is forced into never ending ridiculous stunts. Unable to allow the police or friends to help her i just kept thinking what the hell would i do in her position?
I read this far to quickly but i was sucked into the story from the start.
The ending was not what i expected at all.
My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for my advanced copy.
This gets a huge five stars from me.