Thank you to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for providing me with an electronic advance reader copy.

Overall, I found this book enjoyable, especially thanks to its unexpected twist at the end. I really appreciate a story that keeps me guessing from start to finish. That said, I struggled to connect with the characters—they were all quite unlikeable, which made it hard to root for anyone. Despite that, the story held my attention. The first quarter was especially gripping, though the pacing dipped around the midpoint before picking up again in the final fifty pages. I think many women will find this a satisfying end-of-summer pool or beach read.

As someone who usually isn’t a fan of character-driven books, every once in a while I get surprised by how much fun they can actually be. This book definitely took me by surprise.

For the most part, it’s all about Elise, Colette, Kate, and Valerie — and of course, the one thing tying them all together: dancing.

Dancing is basically the thing that unites and divides throughout the whole book. It was the friendship starter between Kate and Colette, the mentorship between Kate and Elise, and the reason behind the sour relationship between Kate and her mom.

I genuinely loved how each character was written and fleshed out — they all felt so realistic and vivid. I also loved the focus on how familial pressure can turn a sport or hobby from a passion (and a bonding experience) into an obsession.

Surprisingly, my favorite character was Elise. She was obviously a horrible human being, but she made the strongest impact on me. Her hyperfixation on Colette’s dance career — and how it was always tied to her own experience as a professional dancer — had me in a chokehold. I loved how the author showed that, for Elise, Colette’s career wasn’t her own — it was Elise’s second chance at glory.

On the other hand, Colette didn’t match Elise in intensity for most of the book, which is why some parts didn’t make much sense when she was involved. She was mostly just reacting to her mother. I won’t say she was a pushover because she was clearly a victim of her mom’s ambition — but let’s be real, she was kind of a meh character.

The dynamic between Valerie and Kate was the complete opposite. It was mostly Kate acting out and Valerie despairing — throughout the entire book. Honestly, I think Kate was a brat. Valerie may not have been totally on board with dance, but she paid for lessons and accepted it as a hobby — which is more than a lot of parents do. And as a single mom, I totally get why she wanted a stable career path for Kate. For me, the fact that Kate didn’t even try to understand her mom’s perspective was seriously frustrating.

As for Valerie, apart from the weird love choice (which was completely unbelievable and only there for drama), she was actually a pretty mild character. Again, she was the Colette of the dynamic — mostly just reacting instead of initiating.

Even though some parts didn’t quite make sense, I was still hooked by the characters and how they reacted to everything happening around them. In a way, it was like watching reality TV — you’re just there for the drama.

The ending was my least favorite part and the reason this gets 4 stars instead of 5. The whole explanation about the accident just didn’t make any sense — it was wild, even by book standards.

I was honestly waiting for another unexpected character to be behind it. It still would’ve been a stretch, but it would’ve made way more sense.

Overall, I really enjoyed it and would definitely recommend it.
*I received an ARC of this book through Netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review*

What’s Yours is Mine is a compelling read that strikes a great balance between mystery and realism. The suspense builds steadily, keeping you engaged with just the right amount of twists, while the story also explores modern, relatable themes like privacy, trust, and personal boundaries. It’s thought-provoking without losing its grip on the tension, making it a satisfying psychological thriller with depth

This novel beautifully balances the intensity of ambition with the messy, fragile ties of family, making it impossible to put down. It’s a thrilling, heartbreaking look at how far people will go when dreams and desire collide.

A gripping and twisty psychological thriller. What's Yours Is Mine is a suspenseful, well-paced read that kept me turning pages late into the night. The premise - two women with very different lives becoming dangerously entangled - hooked me from the start. Jennifer does a great job at exploring themes of identity, privilege and the lengths people will go to, to protect their secrets.
The dual perspectives added depth to the story, and both characters felt distinct and well developed. There were several twists I didn't see coming, and the tension built steadily throughout.

This was an twisty amazing suspense thrillers. I was hooked from the start and of course I didn't see the ending coming. A must!! ADORED IT

🩰 Thank you Lake Union Publishing and @netgalley for the opportunity to review this incredible book.

📕 Think Dance Moms meets Desperate housewives with a good dose of paranoia, suspicion and secrets. This book tells the story of two very different mothers, their best friend daughters, and the lengths some will go to as they pursue competitive dance. The result is a twisty read that pulls you in for all the drama, a mom living vicariously, some truly unhinged moments and an act of violence that will have fingers pointing in every direction.

🩰 I couldn’t put this book down. The writing and intrigue were strong from start to finish. The author did an incredible job weaving twists and turns that kept me guessing at every turn.

📕What’s Yours is Mine is also a part of the @booksparks summer reading challenge! Pre-order it now friends and clear a spot on your August TBR for this one!!

As a former dance mom myself, What's Yours is Mine was a very realistic look into the competitive dance world. Two best friends competing since childhood competing against each other for the same roles and opportunities . If you enjoyed Black Swan this would be right u your alley!

What a fantastic book!!!! I have not had a book grab me and refuse to let go like this since reading The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. I’ve read for the last 5 hours straight and would not finish until a I reached the end. This book on the surface is about the cutthroat world of competition dance and dance moms, it I felt this book was so much more, too. This book delves into the frailties and realities of motherhood, of twisted thinking, of trauma and how it shapes the future. It’s a gorgeous depiction of the adult psyche and all its complications and the messiness of relationships—especially for adults. In other words, it’s everything you want in a novel when you’re looking to escape and be entertained. Jabaley is on the list as one of my new favorite writers! I can’t wait to read whatever she writes next!

If you are a fan of Black Swan, Dance Moms, or the idea of a dance based thriller, this book is for you! Kate and Colette have been best friends since they were little, bonded at their love for dance. Kate’s mom Valerie and Colette’s mom Elise…. not so much. A young, single mom, Valerie is just trying to balance everything around her. Elise, rich, married, a former prima ballerina, wants nothing more than for Colette to be the best. But when Kate and Colette both get accepted to compete in a competition, tensions rise and accusations are made. And what’s going on in Valerie’s love life? And what really happened during Elise’s time as a prima ballerina?


This was my first ever ARC and my first Jennifer Jabaley book but it definitely won’t be my last! The plot was so interesting, dance based thrillers might be my new favorite subgenre.

I really liked all of the characters especially as the book was told in a 3-person perspective switching between Elise, Valerie, and Colette. At first it definitely took some adjusting to and keeping track of who was talking got confusing occasionally but after a few chapters I was locked in!
When Valerie felt like she was a bad mother, I really felt for her. When Colette was stressed about dance, so was I. When Elise was suspicious about other dancers, I was questioning them myself.

Overall, a really great book that any thriller reader should put on their list to buy as soon as it comes out on August 19th!

This book is a sharp, suspenseful look at the dark side of ambition, competition, and motherhood. As the tensions between two mothers and their daughters escalate, the line between friendship and rivalry blurs, leading to shocking consequences. With a gripping plot full of twists and simmering resentments, this novel explores how far people will go to protect their dreams—and the lengths they’ll take to destroy others who stand in their way.

While I truly appreciate NetGalley giving me this opportunity to read this ARC, I did have trouble finishing it. While the story is played out, some of the situations were very . . Unbelievable and ridiculous. I had a hard time getting into it and vibing with any of the characters.

A new technical program allows Lauren to enter another world, an alternate reality. She is able to travel back and forth between the two worlds. She can see what her life would look like if she stayed with Ollie, her present boyfriend, or with Drew a guy at work she had a crush on. I certainly would not want to be able to do that! I would get so confused.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I can’t give feedback because I could not get into the book I just think the storyline was not for me thank you for allowing me to read this

A story about mothers and daughters, and the price that dreams and ambitions can extract from the dreamers.

Kate and Colette are best friends and gifted dancers, who both aspire to reach great heights. But only Collette has a determined and ambitious mother (who Kate also adores), who will do anything to see her succeed. So, when Kate unexpectedly outshines Collette, sparks are bound to fly...

A perceptive and absorbing story, this one is worth reading. It gets 3.5 stars.

This book was good, although it didn’t grab me from the start. I did appreciate how some the characters were suspensefully mysterious until the end.
Overall I very much appreciated the chance to read the ARC, and would very much be interested in reading this author in the future.
Thank you NetGalley!

Valerie and Elise each have a daughter. Both mothers and daughters are friends and only become rivals when the girls are each competing for the coveted Duncan Prize which is worth $100,000 to the best gymnast. And we all know what rivalry can bring out in a competitor who will do anything to win! The novel does a deep dive into obsession, vindictiveness, and jealousy as we see what mothers--and also daughters--will do to succeed!
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC!

Colette and Kate are best friends and the top dancers in their studio. Everything is great until they both get invited to dance at the Duncan, a special competition and then Elise, who was like a mother to Kate ditches her and pushes Colette to the brink to ensure she wins. A story about friendship, rivalry, and the stress to win, only Colette knows to what ends she will go to get her mother off her back and save her friendship.

An entertaining and engaging read about rivalry, ambition and motherhood with some great twists and turns. If you enjoy or have insight into the world of dance, that would be an extra bonus! Recommended.

wow this book packs the punches. not least because these really disturbing behaviors and series of events do happen in real life. and this book shines a stark light on those. i wish they didnt but ive seen them myself. and helped those who have been subject to it.
you wouldnt believe the pressure like in this book that the dancers are put under. and the worst thing is that often it is by the parents. in this case it is a very realistic mother doing the pressuring. the manipulation and pushing she does to her daughter to win is just awful. and my whole heart went out to the two girls under the weight of that pressure. i can easily see how thing spiral either inwardly or outwardly behavior wise for the girls under this pressure. but still this book has me gripped by its detail to the darkness.
you fully got that sense of impending doom. you got the pressure. you got the evil(yes i said it) way one mother was pushing.
the other mother was the opposite and constantly worried about the pressures. it was a little bit of ease to see this opposite. sadly its too and far between and those mothers arent really ever strong enough to not be down shafted by the horrid ones.
its so hard to try separate the girls from what was happening to them. this book was so full of real life emotion for me. its definitely hit close to home having worked with these girls and woman at the spiraled end of this kind of thing. its never pretty. in a way it was nice to read a fiction book that took it that bit further. made it even more darker. that allowed that distance.
this is a brilliant read though. despite my own links to this world i will say you dont feel that as a reader. because the book is jsut pure good writing and plot. i was surprised by the ending too. and i did that little intake of air that all good books get from you.