I LOVED THIS BOOK! This book definitely should be on everyone’s must-read list and it stayed with me long after I read it!

It was fantastic in EVERY way! I literally had NO WAY of working out what was going to happen until the end I was holding my breath as I just couldn’t stop reading until the end – I had to know!

This book was filled with twists and turns and I was engrossed from start to finish. It had many jaw-dropping twists- prepare to be on the edge of your seat until the very end as I was!

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Really enjoyed this read. Great characterisation, engaging story and well written.
Two stories based around one street. Then about 2/3 in we learn how they link together. I hadn’t seen this coming.
Recommended

First book by Emma Curtis that I have read and I really enjoyed it. The book is really in two parts. Dr Geddes is a psychiatrist divorced and in her 30s. It is also steps back to Lorna who is married with a young son but are also bringing up Amy who is Lorna’s child with another man. Things are all going really well for the family. They live in a comfortable home in Chadwell Grove which is a very posh area. Dr Geddes herself lives in a flat which she once shared with her ex husband. As the two stories unfold it is obvious they are interlinked and this proves interesting. Lorna and her husband are invited to a neighbour’s house for a party. Once she arrives she realises that the husband is an ex pop star who she had a crush on when she was a teenager and this starts a rapid issue in her life as she never really got over the crush especially when the secrets come out about something that happened to her as a teenager. Lorna befriends his wife, Elise, in a obsessive way and this leads to so much trouble. Fast forward to Amy, Dr Geddes. One of her patients is very difficult and she cannot get to grips with him. She feels he is a little obsessed with her and sometimes makes the wrong comments for her profession. Eventually their sessions end and that is the end of her having to deal with him or is it. As the book progresses between the two main characters and the time difference it is difficult to stop reading as you really what to know how this story will end, happy or sad, traumatic or not. Although the book is technically in two parts and time differences it is easy to keep up with and well worth a read

I absolutely loved Emma Curtis’s last book, The Commuter, so was thrilled to get a copy of The Psychiatrist! Like The Commuter, this is another dark thriller with a lot of lies and unreliable narrators.

The story is mainly told from two perspectives – Dr Geddes the psychiatrist, a divorcee in her early 30s, with hints at a troubled past; and Lorna, mum of teenage Amy and 4-year-old Jack.

Dr Geddes lives in a flat overlooking the expensive Gladwell Grove, where she used to live with her husband. When she finishes her sessions treating a young man, Ben, he makes an accusation against her that starts unravelling her past dark secrets.

Meanwhile, Lorna also lives near Gladwell Grove, and can only dream of living there. When her childhood crush, ex-pop star Dexter Coleridge, moves into Gladwell Grove with his wife Elise, she is proud to have been let into their inner circle. It seems Lorna would do anything to be part of the Gladwell Grove clique, and to get Jack into the right school.

But how far might she go to achieve the right status? And is she trying to do the best for her kids, or just thinking of herself?

This was a really addictive story – and quite creepy! I loved the first half as everything built up and I tried to work out what connected the two stories. Unfortunately I worked out that first big twist, but it was still a really enjoyable book. And I wasn’t expecting the final twist at the end which tied everything up!

When one of her male patients goes off the rails in a most unexpected fashion, a female psychiatrist finds him taking her hard-earned professional reputation with him. But as it turns out, there is a lot more to this story...

I have read Emma Curtis's last two novels and it is clear to me that she is growing, and further expanding her range as a writer, with each successive story.

Told in dual timelines, with an insightful look into human emotional frailty and the collateral damage of over inflated egos, Curtis' newest novel comes with plenty of twists, troubled characters and complicated family dynamics. This one is well worth a read, and will keep the reader on the edge of her seat.

First of all thank you for approving my request!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The authors writing style had me hooked throughout this book.

I didn't want it to end, a book I really couldn't put down.

I was really excited to read this as I love Emma Curtis’ books.
I thought itcwas absolutely fantastic, I won't say too much about the plot as I don't want to spoil it for you.but suffice to say this one has a sense of mystery and intrigue throughout.

This story unfolds across dual timelines, set in a wealthy London neighbourhood.

In the present day, we meet Dr. Geddes — a successful but divorced psychiatrist — whose life begins to unravel after a new patient walks into her practice. At first, everything seems routine... until an offhand comment leaves her unsettled and sparks a series of events that threaten to reveal a long-buried secret.

Meanwhile, Lorna Chilcott is delighted to befriend Elise — the glamorous wife of a former boyband heartthrob whom Lorna once encountered and never quite forgot. Elise has been giving Lorna's daughter Amy singing lessons, but when Amy disappears after one of her sessions, panic sets in. Suspicions arise, blame is cast, and trust between the women quickly breaks down.

A single hidden truth ties both storylines together — but what is it?

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The plot twists kept me guessing, and I found myself questioning who to trust. A gripping read that I highly recommend.

Emma Curtis is one of my favourite authors, so I was incredibly excited to read The Psychiatrist—and wow, I was not disappointed. This gripping psychological thriller hooked me from the very first page and kept me captivated all the way through to the shocking conclusion.

The author weaves a complex, layered story full of deception, hidden secrets, and mind games that keep you on the edge of your seat. The novel is primarily told from two perspectives: Dr. Geddes, a psychiatrist in her early 30s with a mysterious past, and Lorna, a mother of two teenage daughter Amy and four-year-old Jack. You don’t know how the two are linked and what secrets they are hiding. I love a book told from multiple perspectives as I think it really builds up the suspense which this book was full of.

This has definitely been my favourite read so far this year, and I can’t wait to recommend it to everyone. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this great book.

I love when a book totally catches me off guard, and this one did that so many times! Emma Curtis really nailed it with this one—honestly, I think it’s her best book yet.

The story’s told from multiple points of view, and at first you’re not quite sure how it’s all going to come together. But that’s part of what makes it so good. Each character has their own flaws and story, and it’s fascinating watching it all slowly click into place.

It also really makes you think about the choices we make—how crossing certain lines, no matter how young or old we are, can have big consequences later in life. The paths we choose can stick with us in ways we don’t expect.

The pacing is spot on too—there’s never a dull moment. It’s one of those books you just don’t want to put down. If you’re into twisty, character-driven reads, definitely give this one a go!

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Dr Geddes is a divorcee, living in the flat she shared with her ex husband, over looking Gladwell Grove, a sought after place to live. She is a recently qualified psychiatrist, and is successfully building her career. She has just had a last session with one of her male patients, and, as he is no longer her patient, he pays her an unexpected compliment which leaves her feeling rather uncomfortable. Later, she encounters him again, which leads to him making accusations against her.
Lorna Chilcott is married with a young son, and has an older daughter living with them from her first marriage. Lorna is an estate agent who would love to live in Gladwell Grove herself. A new couple have moved into the grove, and Lorna and her husband are invited to a party there. She realises it is a lead singer of a band, who she used to have a crush on in her teenage years. She makes friends with his wife, Elise, and is often invited to the house, very pleased to be accepted by the famous couple.
Then, Lorna's daughter goes missing, after being at Elise's house. Accusations fly, and old secrets come to light. The past events of the lives of the characters in this book are entwined, and I was enthralled by the twisted plot which kept me avidly turning the pages to find out more.
An addictive thriller.
Thank you for my advance copy.

Brilliant story which will hook you from the start. The character of Amy (the psychiatrist of the title) is a tragic figure as is her mum Lorna. Both lives spiral out of control because of a lie. Involving Dexter. A predator from the past and present. His wife Elise is a cold hard character who is integral to the plot. As is her son. I’m trying not to give too much away as the plot ties up perfectly by the end. It’s pacy, intriguing and clever and this won’t be the last book I’ll read by this author. Thank you for the eARC NetGalley Corvus books and the author herself. This could easily be adapted for the screen in the future. Denise x

Two families, one lie, no forgiveness.

In an affluent London suburb, two perfect families' lives are shattered by a scandal.
Meanwhile, newly qualified psychiatrist Amy struggles with her own demons after a chilling encounter with a patient.

A single lie connects these traumatic events, with deadly consequences...

I'm obsessed with Emma Curtis' new book 'The Psychiatrist'! A gripping, dark and twisted story that I couldn't put down. Highly recommended, especially if you love a good twist!

Emma Curtis is a genius - I devour every book she writes! 💓
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Thanks @netgalley @emmacurtisauthor and @atlanticbooks for my arc
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This book is more than just a story is a complete human drama.

told in two timelines Dr Geddes is a brilliant and reputable psychiatrist and when she starts treating a man with more than enough life issues she finds that her repuatation is soon shattered.

Lorna is a mother of two and is friends with Elise, however when her child goes missing this friendship is tested to the limits and dark secrets and emotions are unearthed for all involved.

This is a dark, I would say thriller, it uncovers what people would do to keep themselves and their secrets safe.

I was amazed with the twists and in awe of the author who has written a book that just keeps giving..

Review of ‘The Psychiatrist’ by Emma Curtis, due to be published on 2 October 2025 by Atlantic Books.

A story told across two different threads - one with Dr Geddes a psychiatrist who is treating a young patient, Ben, who leaves her feeling unnerved by his presence - and one with Lorna, mum to two children who strikes up a friendship with her new neighbour, Elise, who is married to a former singer, and has an unruly child.

This was a deliciously slow burning dark thriller, which left me wondering how the stories would entwine, and when the connection was exposed, I did not see it coming.

A fabulous story with well developed characters and strong female protagonists, and revenge at its core. A highly recommended read.

Billed as a chillingly, gripping thriller, this book certainly lives up to that. As soon as I started it, I was completely immersed into the plot and could not put it down. Recently qualified psychiatrist Dr Geddes is building her career at a lucrative London practice when an unexpected encounter with a you make patient threatens to expose her biggest secret. This is a tale of secret, lies and ultimate revenge. The plot unfolds at pace and there are plenty of twists that will keep you enthralled. Highly recommended. Thank you to NetGalley, Atlantic Books and the author for the chance to review.

TWO FAMILIES. ONE LIE. NO FORGIVENESS.
In the leafy suburbs of West London, status is paramount and reputation is everything...

Recently, qualified psychiatrist Dr Geddes is building her career at a prestigious practice when an unexpected encounter with a young male patient threatens to expose her darkest secret.
Lorna Chilcott is delighted to befriend the glamorous Elise, wife of the ex-boyband star she had a crush on as a teenager. But when her daughter goes missing after leaving Elise's house, friendship turns to discord and accusations fly.

A single lie connects these two traumatic events and their impact will be deadly...

This was a good solid thriller!
It's about two family’s, about revenge and things you do for the ones you love, despite the consequences...
I loved every bit of this original story. Every page gave some good information! Which means that it is fast-paced and has no unnecessary information! I love that, I think it's a gift! Everything happens for a reason and you can feel it, but during the story, you can't really place it until the story unfolds even faster...
My gosh, the twist at the end.... what can I say

I say no more. Just read this one...
Thank you, @netgalley and @atlanticbooks, for my copy of this awesome thriller!
Pub Date 2 October 2025

What a great page turner. Gripping from start to end. Emma Curtis has delivered another breathtaking novel.
Two families involved in one lie that completely blows them apart. Who is telling the truth? The characters are believable and the plot just brilliant. A truly hard to put down, psychological thriller that leaves you with a twist you do not see coming.
Looking forward to the next twisted book from Emma Curtis

I’m so tired today. I’m placing the blame well and truly on Emma Curtis for writing a page turner so gripping that I couldn’t sleep until I knew what happened.

I do love a book with a dual timeline and written from different perspectives, as it keeps me on my toes as the story gradually unfolds. I was positively tap-dancing to keep up with the twists and tangles of Emma Curtis’ latest offering, as two seemingly disparate stories gradually intertwined to leave my jaw dropped open.
I loved the character of Dr Geddes, and felt for her as her career began to implode after one particular patient enters her life. Conversely, I found Laura to be a needy, at times quite unlikeable character but in a good way - I enjoy it when writing evokes a reaction like this in me. It also made me remember times when, as a parent new to an area a number of years ago, I joined the school PTA and although they were kind, I still felt like an outsider.
There’s a trigger warning of s*xual assault but it’s not written in a graphic way. The author handles it sensitively and the raw emotion of someone struggling to be heard is something which sadly too many women experience.
I said earlier that I blame Emma Curtis for being tired. I also blame her for the huge book hangover I have right now. The Psychiatrist is published by Atlantic Books and is available to buy from 2nd October 2025. It will be a purchase that psychological thriller lovers will definitely not regret!

A captivating thriller that had me gripped from start to finish. The story is told from two perspectives and across different timelines. Firstly we have Dr Geddes, the divorced psychiatrist in her early 30s; and then we have Lorna, mum of teenager Amy and a much younger son, Jack.

Dr Geddes encounters significant difficulties with a young male patient, Ben, who makes an allegation against her which leads to her suspension from work and puts her career under threat. Ultimately this then leads to the unravelling of dark secrets from her past.

At the same time the book introduces us to Lorna, an estate agent dealing with wealthy clients buying property in an upmarket part of town, Gladwell Grove. When Dexter Coleridge (a famous ex pop start who Lorna had a crush on as a teenager) and his wife Elise move into Gladwell Grove, Lorna goes to great lengths to befriend Elise and to have contact with Dexter and their circle of wealthy friends. What price will she ultimately pay in order to mix with these people and how will it impact on her family?

It was intriguing trying to work out the connection between the two parts of the on-going stories and even when this became obvious I wasn't quite expecting the final twist at the very end.

An extremely well written book with brilliant flawed characters and enough mystery to maintain a high level of engagement throughout.

I am grateful to NetGalley and the publishers for an advanced reader copy of this 5 star read.