This is another tense and suspenseful read by Daniel Hurst. The Baby Swap is a book that you definitely don’t want to put down!! When two babies are swapped at birth, things immediately start happening in this intense and shocking read. I highly recommend this book!

Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for the ARC of The Baby Swap by Daniel Hurst. This book truly was unputdownable! I was hooked from the very beginning and the ending was intense! The author does a great job telling the story from both points of view, and sometimes it was very difficult to figure out whose side I was on based on the character's actions. Although I did find myself wondering why Jade would not have come up with a "reasonable explanation" rather than admit fault when she thought no one saw her. The last chapter and the epilogue had me absolutely reeling the whole time and the author had a great closing to the book. It was an easy and entertaining read and I look forward to reading more from Daniel Hurst!

This is a quick read and a page turner. The title says it all, and it is a wild ride. Lots of twists and turns. This is the first book I’ve read by Hurst, and I look forward to reading more.

The Baby Swap by Daniel Hurst was a crazy good rollercoaster ride that had me gasping at every turn. Daniel has once again proven he is the master of his domain. There hasn't been any book of his that I have not devoured with gluttony.

The story follows married couple Avril and Bobby, and Jade who is single. Both women give birth at the same hospital and on the same day and are roommates on the delivery ward. What quickly ensues is a spine tingling cat and mouse game of revenge. But who is the cat and who is the mouse? Neither woman is willing to be the underdog in this game and both pull out all the stops to come out on top.

The chapters are short and easy to fly through, and is told through the viewpoints of both Avril and Jade. Psychological suspense lovers climb aboard and strap yourselves in and get ready for this exhilarating ride. I highly recommend this book.

Thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for the advanced copy

This is another cracking story from Daniel Hurst. A page turning, mind blowing journey where I was totally conflicted. Two new mums, two babies and the worst kind of revenge I can imagine. I was pulled this way and that, not quite knowing which, if either, of the mothers to support or feel sorry for. Both Jade and Avril were both equally loathful yet sometimes vulnerable too. The twist at the end was unexpected but brought the story to a satisfactory conclusion. I enjoyed every minute spent with this book and am working my way through Daniel's earlier books. I thoroughly recommend this one to all who enjoy a twisty, riveting psychological thriller. My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a chance to read and review an early copy of The Baby Swap.

Jade and Avril are in the hospital together giving birth on the same day. Avril feels like Jade looks a little familiar, but can not place where she knows her from...during the night after they have both given birth, Jade swaps the babies and leaves to go home with Avril's child in tow. Why did she do this? Now Avril and her husband are home with a new baby, and Avril knows that something is wrong, why is she unable to bond with her new child? Things all seem so very different than they were that first day. Avril's past hides some terrible secrets and Jade was directly affected by Avril's bad behavior. The book is told from both Jade and Avril's viewpoints and we know things about each woman as she tells her story. Things that Avril has done in the past are revealed, and how those things play a large role in the vengeance being sought by Jade.

This story had me hooked, I couldn't put it down, and in typical Daniel Hurst fashion, the epilogue revealed a big twist that I did not see coming! Fast-paced, fun read!

Fantastic, edge of your seat, crazy good story. I loved all of the characters, but for entirely different reasons.

Jade was a down on her luck, pregnant, depressed mom with no plans for her future except trying to survive. Avril is a wealthy, determined, self-centered businesswoman who wants nothing more than a baby. When these women end up in the same hospital to give birth, with only a curtain between them, Jade recognizes Avril and her husband from a long ago altercation, and it’s the perfect opportunity for revenge.

It’s hard not to cheer on Jade, even though I felt bad doing so. She’s far from perfect. But Avril is ruthless and deserves what she gets, sort of.

This is a quick read, it’s gripping all the way through, and that ending is definitely unexpected. Thank you, NetGalley and Bookouture for the advanced reader copy.

It must be a Tuesday there’s a new Dan Hurst book to review 😀 I jest but the truth is this author could stand as the explanation for the dictionary meaning of the word prolific and it’s a good job 1.I read quick 2. he writes such good books

I read a comment by another fan who said this was, to date, their favourite by DH, mmmm I thought that’s a big say when there has been so much gone before….however I have to agree, this is one of the best by the author

All the usual elements are there that make his novels so addictive but there is a darker side to it ( I said that about another recent one but this is darker still ) more than a tinge of shock and raised eyebrows and feeling of disquiet

The title needs no further explanation but the reasons behind it are surprising, I loved the Devil, Prada ish vibe for a small part of the story and really felt for Jade ( Mum 1 ) and went against Avril ( Mum 2 )

I think as you read you will make your opinions and feelings towards each faitly quickly…..

Call out for Linda, Jade’s neighbour, she tried her best, ‘dowdy’ as she was

Do I need to say its again a Hurst masterpiece? Prob not

Fab

2⭐️

I’ve read a couple of Daniel Hurst books before and enjoyed them. Unfortunately, this one just didn’t work for me. It started off really promising but got too over the top and ridiculous as the story progressed. There were waaaay too many coincidences that made me roll my eyes. There were a couple of twists/turns that were good and I didn’t see coming.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

The Baby Swap was good, but it was a slow start. Overall a great read with unpredictable twists.

“The Baby Swap” is hands down my favorite of Daniel Hurst's books so far! From start to finish, the story had the perfect balance of suspense and jaw-dropping twists that kept me hooked. Hurst does an excellent job of building tension and creating characters that feel real, yet keep you guessing about their motivations. Just when I thought I had it figured out, another twist would come out of nowhere, keeping me on the edge of my seat.

The pacing was spot on, with enough suspense to keep the pages turning, but not so much that it felt overwhelming. I also loved how Hurst managed to explore complex themes of trust, guilt, and deception, all while delivering an engaging and thrilling plot. If you enjoy psychological thrillers that keep you second-guessing every character, The Baby Swap is an absolute must-read. Highly recommend!

Daniel Hurst just keeps getting better (how is this even possible?!). This standalone title will appeal to new readers, as well as those who (like me) were held in utter rapture by 'the Doctor's Wife' series. This book sees a new depth to Daniel's writing, while (gratifyingly), keeping the absolute hallmark of Daniel Hurst - his unwavering and quite remarkable ability to conjure up utterly genius plots!!

In this novel 2 women are reunited on a maternity ward, however only one of these woman realises this recognition and unfortunately she is the one with a significant grudge against the other - cue her impulsive and somewhat self destructive decision to switch the babies. As the novel plays out we learn not only about the history between these woman (a fascinating story in itself), but also how the story of the catastrophic baby switch plays out...and it is an epic tale!!

I seriously loved the plot twists in this novel...and there are many!! This book is well worth reading and provides entertainment that packs a serious punch!

My thanks to NetGalley, author and publisher for the opportunity to review this book in exchange for an advance copy.

Predictably great read. The only author I like who can write books faster than I can read them. The ending on this was great...made a nice change from the female winning through. Thank you so much for the pre read. It was fascinating and addictive right the way through

as in true Daniel Hurst fashion I didn't see any of the twist and turns coming. just when you think you're on one characters side, a total curve ball is thrown and completely changes it all. this book had me on the edge of my seat the entire time

WOW! This book takes off at the very beginning and doesn’t stop until the very end. Daniel Hurst is an excellent author that knows how to capture your attention right away and includes twists perfectly. I also liked the fact that the topic was something different than the usual thrillers.

Two baby boys born on the same day, two mothers that have a history that is less than stellar…what could go wrong? Meet Avril and Jade…two women with a past that just couldn’t stay in the past for one of them. Is swapping babies with your greatest enemy the ultimate payback?

Thank you, Bookouture, for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

This was an amazingly well written story of swapped babies and revenge and plot twists that I thought I had figured out but hadn’t.
Well written characters and an storyline that kept me gripped and involved from start to finish. This was one of those books that consumed the whole afternoon being read in one sitting from start to finish. First for me from this author but it definitely will not be my last. Love finding a new writer to add to my ever growing list and this one is straight on there.
If you love a good jeep you on your toes read then don’t over look this one or you will be missing out. Just excellent!

I just know once I start a book by Daniel Hurst that I will finish it within a few hours. The Baby Swap was no exception. When 2 babies are swapped at birth, it was shocking , but I had to know the reason behind it. What follows is a tense and suspenseful read . I raced through the pages wanting to know the outcome. As with all this authors books there is the inevitable plot twist. In this book, the plot twist was on another level!

This book was swapped at birth with a twist at the end I never saw coming. The characters, the storyline and the events consumed me and just when I thought I figured out one part, here came another twist. This was very well written and kept my attention no problem. Highly recommend if you enjoy a good thrill
Thank you Booktouture for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

This via my first read by Daniel Hurst and it definitely won't be the last ..what a book! Based on 3 characters who's lives are intertwined from many years ago. This is a story of revenge. It's full of twists and turns right up to the last page when we find one final twist.
Excellent.

Loved this book. At times it was a bit farfetched. But the over all story was well written overall and kept me engaged. The ending was shocking, not what I expected at all.