Who did I Marry is a story full of deceit, family secrets, and family drama. On Charlie's 14th birthday, a dead body turns up on the porch. Madeline, her mother, claims to know nothing of who it is and what happened and Tyler, her father, can't remember what happened. All the evidence is pointing to Tyler, but the story takes a turn. And when we find out who the body is.... well... let's just say my jaw was on the floor. It was a twist I didn't see coming. Everyone in this story is a liar and it was a little confusing trying to keep up with everyone. None of the characters had any likable qualities about them, except, Madeline's determination to keep Charlie safe and protect her was admirable. I really love how everything came together at the end of the story. All in all, a little confusing, but still a great thriller.

Madeline and Tyler have been married for 14 years, and from the outside it seems like they have it all together. Then a dead body shows up during their daughter's birthday party, and their lives quickly fall apart. They fight to hold themselves together while struggling to hold on to their secrets as well. The question is how long will their secrets stay hidden in the midst of a police investigation?
I devoured this. I finished it in two days, and probably could have done it in one if I had started it earlier in the day. There were so many secrets that got uncovered and lies that got unraveled, that I just couldn't put it down. It did start a little slow, but once it got going I was in.
I really enjoyed al the POVs that we got in this book. There were at least 5 that we saw all together although Madeline and Tyler were the main two POVs.
At times, I felt like the characters and their motivations were conflicting, but then I realized that the narrators are unreliable because they're lying to everyone, and trying to lie to themselves.
Overall I enjoyed this book.
*Slight spoilers ahead*
One of the biggest downfalls I had for this book was that I felt like the synopsis kind of gave away the big mystery. I got part way through and then remembered what I had read in the synopsis and figured out the big mystery. There were enough secrets to go around though that I did question my conclusion at times.

I was hoping for a story with sharp characters and unusual twists. What I got was rapidly changing POV's, horrible characters and no interesting or unusual twists. There was a lot of tell and not enough show so although I tried reading more of it after the ridiculous scene at the funeral, it still didn't work for me. It was all monologues and a lot of overthinking - not to mention the even more ridiculous scene where Madeline and Tyler suddenly, amidst all that's (not) happening, having a wild night together. So unreal.

Thanks to Storm publishing and Netgalley for this review copy.
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This book had everything I love in a psychological thriller, dark secrets, constant twists, and that unsettling feeling that nothing is as it seems. From the very first chapter, I was hooked. Just when I thought I had it all figured out, another reveal would completely change my mind. Every character felt suspicious at some point, and the tension never let up. If you enjoy thrillers that mess with your head and keep you second-guessing until the very end, this one’s a must-read!

"You are the architect of your own ruin."


The title really intrigued me. At first, I was wondering was it the wife or the husband who said it? And it turned out I guessed right.
From the beginning, I had a gut feeling about who actually said "Who did I marry?" or "Who the f*ck did I marry?" I also felt the obvious killer was not the real one and I was right.

But honestly, I was not satisfied with the ending. Will there be a Book 2? I hope so, because it feels like the story is not over yet. Everything was so twisted.

I did not really like any of the characters. And the plot reminded me of two other popular thrillers I have read before, which gave me mixed feelings.

Still, it was an interesting read and I think it definitely needs a Book 2.


Thank you author Sara Pucci, Storm Publishing and NetGalley for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

BOOK: WHO DID I MARRY?
AUTHOR: SARA PUCCI
PUB DATE: MAY, 2025
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Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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Well, this was everything a psychological thriller should be. Engaging plot twists, psychotic lying characters, well hidden secrets, and unexpected endings. I enjoyed reading this book. It was an amazing thriller. As I was reading the book, I once sympathized with one of the characters before I discovered how crazy said person was. However, there was no sane person here (except the detective), the others were just Lee's crazy.
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You'll spend the time used in reading books to find out who the perpetrators were and the true victims. I was pleasantly surprised by the turnout of events. I liked the pace and the personal lives of Madeleine, Tyler, and their daughter, Charlie. They were going through a rough patch, and you don't know who the troublemaker is.
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The book was an amazing read. I liked that the real perp was 'punished', instead of going scot free like other psychological thrillers. However, I wanted an epilogue from Tyler and Charlie's POV.
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This book had a lot of twists and turns. The characters were all unlikeable and had many flaws, which I guess was the point. It was hard to find anyone to root for in the book. With every chapter, another surprise was revealed. I did not see any of it coming. It was a very fast read

Who Did I Marry?
by Sara Pucci
Pub Date: May 28 2025

Who Did I Marry is a twisty, gripping domestic psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat from the very first page until the last! Full of toxic characters with many twists and turns including many points of view.

Synopsis: The people closest to us hurt us the most…Our daughter’s birthday party was supposed to be perfect. Our townhouse has never looked better. The decorations were extravagant but tasteful. The cake had three delicious tiers. But I didn’t account for a dead body discovered on our perfectly manicured lawn…

Many thanks to #WhoDidIMarry #NetGalley and #StormPublishing for providing me an E-ARC of this fantastic edge of your seat psychological thriller!

"Who Did I Marry?" is a psychological thriller that keeps the reader engaged until the end. The story illustrates how secrets can lead to major catastrophes when they are revealed. The family formed by Madeline, Tyler and Charlie keeps so many secrets that it is difficult to avoid problems. I recommend reading this book, which is very intriguing.

This domestic thriller kicks off with promise: a glamorous Upper East Side birthday party gone wrong, a dead body in the backyard, and a cast of flawed, unlikable characters who make the unraveling of the story both believable and compelling. The rotating POVs and a solid twist ending give it that quick-hit whodunnit appeal.

That said, the leisurely pacing made it hard for me to stay engaged. I often found myself drifting and needing to reread sections just to keep up. While I usually don’t mind a slow burn, there has to be a thread of intrigue to pull me along—and here, that thread was a bit too thin. The dialogue felt stiff, especially early on, where characters delivered exposition-heavy monologues that didn't feel natural. Some choices, like the detective casually lounging on a couch mid-investigation or the daughter’s overly stylized journal entries, stretched believability.

Still, the characters' moral grayness, particularly Madeline’s descent into desperation, added depth. This wasn't a book I tore through in one sitting out of sheer excitement—it was a fast read mostly because I was eager to just get it done. But reading taste is highly personal. If you enjoy a slow-paced domestic mystery with a cast of despicable players and a final twist, this might just be your kind of story.

Thanks to Storm Publishing, Sara Pucci and NetGalley for an advance copy in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

Madeline's life definitively takes a dramatic turn when a body is discovered outside her home during her daughter Charlie's 14th birthday party. Despite the festivities, no one at the party claims to have seen anything—supposedly. We follow the determined detective as she tirelessly work to unravel the truth behind the murder that unfolded in front of Madeline's home. As the investigation progresses, shocking truths come to light, and death lurks nearby once more. With Madeline's husband, Tyler, a child of affluent parents, and his grandmother leading the inquiry, we delve deeper into the web of intrigue surrounding this mysterious crime. The twists keep you on the edge of your seat—some anticipated, others completely unexpected—but each contributes to the gripping plot. This book skillfully evokes feelings of confusion, concern, hope, and anxiety. By the end, every loose end is expertly tied up, bringing the story full circle. This compelling read deserves a solid 4 out of 5 stars.

A great domestic thriller about an upper East Side family that finds a dead body at their house on the day of their teen’s birthday party. All of the characters are suspicious, and none seem to be a reliable narrator. I really enjoyed the shift in intensity about midway through when you start to see some true colors.. Just wow! i definitely was left guessing the ending of the book.

Thank you Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC

Read and reviewed in exchange for a free copy from Netgalley. Unfortunately I was unable to finish this book. The characters were unlikeable and while the synopsis grabbed me, I found the book too slow and could not get engaged.

Do you really know who you married?

Madeline is putting the final touches on her daughter’s birthday party in their picture-perfect home. The cake is ready, the decorations are flawless—but where is her husband, Tyler?

Then, a body is found in their front yard, and the party comes to a screeching halt.

As detectives dig deeper, dark secrets begin to unravel. Everyone has something to hide—and no one is above suspicion. With a growing list of suspects and tension running high, this twisted domestic whodunnit keeps you guessing until the very last page.

Every character in this book was unlikeable… and that’s what made it so likeable. The dysfunction, the tangled web of lies—you can feel your dislike for the characters as well as their own dislike of each other.

Perfect for fans of messy thrillers where you don’t root for anyone. You just want to know what they’ll do next.

Thank you to Storm Publishing via NetGalley for the opportunity to read this advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

Who Did I Marry is a fast-paced thriller with a never-saw-that-coming ending. Multiple twists throughout the story make this a roller coaster of a read!

Thank you, Storm Publishing, and NetGalley for letting me review Who Did I Marry?, and provide an honest review in return.

This novel flowed so well, with the multiple POVs, the suspense, tension, and some physiological thrill. Along with the multiple POVs, there were different timelines.

I truly couldn’t figure out who the killer was. it seemed like everyone did it, because each character came off as unlikable, which kept the reader in suspense the entire time.

This book would give little pieces of the killer throughout and just when you think you got it, you don’t. I never figured out who did it. I had to reread the ending. I was so in shock, and still am. Wow! What an ending. I am still thinking about this book. It’s so good that you need to reread it so you can try to catch everything in more precision.

Very well written, with an execution that reminded me of the author, Lisa Jewel. I highly recommend reading this book. You will never figure out who, what, and where, like the movie clue.

Thank you to NetGalley for letting me read this before it comes out!
I felt like this was a hit and a miss. It says that there will be a shocking twist, but I guessed it fairly quickly. The characters are all toxic as heck and they all suck. I found it lacking. It felt like the author was trying to make you believe the fmc and the mmc are in love, but there's just no way. And the fact that as soon as Madeline tells Tyler that she committed murder, he immediately turned on her? AND on Charlie? Messed.

I kept seeing this book being advertised and knew i wanted to read it, so to read it in advance was great!

And boy it did not disappoint! There is drama from the first page and it doesn’t let up all the way through. Set in New York a wealthy couple and their daughter are celebrating her 14th birthday when a body is found - this sets of a chain of lies, deception and more twists and turns then a rollercoaster.

Pucci is clever as you think you know what is going on but you really don’t, not until the last chapter. Short chapters each told from a character and a delightfully bingeable read. Well worth the wait.

A husband that lies. A wife that has secrets. A best friend that would do anything. A detective that is getting too close. All of those make for a gripping multiple POV psychological thriller.

Madeline has the perfect life with her daughter Charlie and husband Tyler. At least she did until a body of a man shows up on her porch the day of her daughter’s 14th birthday.

The multiple POV’s makes for fast pace as the mystery of murder unravels. I was left guessing all the way to the last chapter. Just when I thought I could trust one character I quickly began to doubt myself. Awesome ending!

Thank you netgalley and Sara Pucci for the opportunity to read the ARC!

As psychological thrillers are my favourite genre I read this book with eager anticipation and was certainly not disappointed. Unbelievably this is Sara Pucci's first psychological thriller which she can be justifiably proud. Some great twists to enjoy in this tale. Thanks to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the chance to ARC this book.