May 11, 2026

#BooksonTour #TheFakeWife #EmilyShiner #Bookouture #NetGalley

 

As I watch Darren bury his wife’s body in the backyard, I know I need to act fast. I’m going to be her replacement. He’ll never know what’s coming…


The next day, I smile down at Darren in bed next to me. When he wakes up, I’m going to tell him I’m his new wife. I’ll keep this beautiful house clean and host the most fabulous dinner parties.


He’ll wonder what’s going on. He’ll wonder how I got into his house. We both know I’m not really his wife. But he will never be able to get rid of me.


Before she died, I watched Britt and Darren for longer than I care to admit. I knew her favorite white wine. I know Darren’s weekly tee time. I also know about the cheating. And the lies they told each other on their wedding day…


You might think I’m a woman in love, obsessed with someone else’s husband.


Or you might think I’m here to avenge Britt’s death.


All I know is, handsome and powerful men like Darren think they can get away with anything.


But he’s so, so wrong… 


A totally gripping psychological thriller that will keep you up all night! The Fake Wife is perfect for fans of The Perfect Marriage, John Marrs and Freida McFadden.


Readers love The Fake Wife:

Just WOW! crazy great read… Captivating from start to finish… A real rollercoaster of a ride that left me with whiplash and not knowing who to trust. Big 5 stars. Highly recommend.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Had me hookedon page1! You will be wowed from beginning to end. Bravo Emily Shiner… amazing!” nikki_carmouche, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


A delicious jam-packed novel full of twists… had my head spinning. A rollercoaster plot… just plain fun… will have you turning the pages late at night.” stamperlady50, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


I am a colossal fan… gripping, perfectly paced, and absolutelyamazing… a must-read… incredible… grabbed my attention and held me captive until the final sentence… filled with unsuspecting twists and turns that kept me guessing—and second-guessing… perfect… left me absolutely stunnedA true jaw-drop” moment… unforgettable.” britreadsbooks83, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


A whirlwind which hookedme from the word go! The twists and turns have you on the edge of your seat! Emily Shiner hit it out of the park with this one! Jaw-dropping… grabs you from the first page. I devoured this in 24 hours! This was an instant 5 stars and it will keep you up late!” arcreviews_by_m, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


“Absolutely unhinged—in the best way… grabs you from thefirst page… impossible to put down… just when you think you’ve got a handle on it—bam, another twist… wildly addictive… a one-sitting read that will leave you questioning everything.” MyFictionAddiction82, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


“Amazing book!!! Knocked it out of the park with this one!!!!” Goodreads reviewer


All I can say is wowI finished this in one sitting. I never saw the ending coming.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Emily Shiner always dreamed of becoming an author. After spending years devouring stacks of thrillers, she decided to try her hand at writing them herself. Now she gets to live out her dream of writing novels and sharing her stories with people around the world. She lives in the Appalachian Mountains and loves hiking with her husband, daughter, and their two dogs.


The Fake Wife 
Written By Emily Shiner

Review By Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews 


First, I want to thank Emily Shiner, Bookouture and NetGalley for providing me with this book so I can bring you this review. 


Sometimes when you start reading a book you just wonder how the author came up with the inspiration for the storyline! In Emily Shiner’s latest psychological thriller The Fake Wife her storyline was written outside of the creative box that you just had to wonder. I mean she has written some twisted stories in the past but this seemed a little more shall we say wicked?! 


I thought it was sweet that Emily dedicated this book to her grandparents. It was cute how she thought they would have been delighted-but not surprised that they wrote books. My bet is they would be very proud of the writer she has become. 


Starting out at the prologue Emily already has me hooked at the edge of my seat as I feel like a fly on the wall with the intense action unfolding in front of me. 


Ohh lets be perfectly clear on one thing I did not care for Darren at all!!! I hated how he only thought about himself and put down Britt in every single way! He was a cold hearted man! 


Scary to think that your own husband, the man that you love, is stalking you! Why in the world would he be wanting to stalk you?! Does he want her dead?!


The Fake Wife has so many wicked twists, turns and Intense story lines that will have you glued to your kindle. It is definitely one to put on your TBR list. 





May 3, 2026

#BooksonTour #TheNightBeforeTheWedding #EmmaRobinson #Bookouture #NetGalley

 

Looking out at the crystal clear waters of Sorrento, my heart aches at the loss of the future I’d allowed myself to dream. But Tom’s lie is bigger than I could have imagined. How can we survive it? My decision will shatter more than just my own heart. Am I really ready to say the words that will change everything?


It was supposed to be a week of bliss leading to our dream wedding on the Italian coast. But it’s obvious our families are against it. My mother questions why Tom has controlled so much of the planning, twisting his generous surprise into something sinister. Tom’s daughter, Lily, makes it known she’ll never see me as her mother.

Trying to focus on our dream day, I can’t help but notice a woman who spends every day at the pool, alone. She seems fascinated by Lily in a way that worries me. When Tom finally locks eyes with her, he immediately pales.


This week should have been the best time of our lives but before our future can begin, Tom will confess a secret that could destroy everything. But he’s not the only one who kept a past lie hidden for the sake of happily-ever-after. By the end of the week with both our secrets laid bare, will we really say, ‘I do’?


A totally addictive novel about family secrets which will have you turning the pages long into the night. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty and Diane Chamberlain.

What readers are saying about Emma Robinson:


Wow… Ooomph this book sure does pack an emotional punch… My eyes simply couldn’t read fast enough… I loooooove this kind of book… Held me tight and didn’t let go… Brilliant.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Will keep you hooked from start to finish!… Heartbreaking with a few surprises that will leave you gasping!’ sapphirenst9ne, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Emotional family drama that grabs you by the throat, whispers “you’re not ready for this,” and then absolutely wrecks you anyway… Emotional, twisty, and painfully real. If you love family dramas that make you feel everything, this one delivers!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Impossible to put down… Will leave you on the edge of your seat and also punch you in the heart… Beautiful.’ Kkecreads\


Wow! I’ve come to expect lots of twists and turns, emotion and family drama from this author, but this book just keeps going with the surprises… Just one more chapter you will say, but no, it’s not that easy!’ cypresscornerreads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Cancel all plans while reading – I inhaled this over one weekend and resented everything that kept me away from it!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


Had me reaching for the tissues… Beautiful… Had my heart in my chest!’ Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews


I honestly couldn’t put this book down as it hooked me from the beginning.’ Goodreads




The Night Before The Wedding

Written By Emma Robinson

Review By Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews


First, I would like to thank Emma Robinson, Bookouture and NetGalley for providing me with this book so I can bring you this review. 


YES!! Emma Robinson who is my favorite author when it comes to emotional reads is back with her eighteenth book!! Being a huge fan of hers I think I have read most if not all of hers. The Night Before The Wedding is her latest read with the main theme being based on family. Emma surprised me in this book. Usually all of her books make me ugly cry with a tear jerking storyline. I honestly think this is the first one I did not cry over!! Oh I still loved the storyline regardless but just was shocked. 


I love how Emma wrote a very sweet dedication to her first friend in publishing Kim Nash. 


Instantly, Emma sweeps us away to Sorrento to a destination wedding and we don’t even have to leave our comfy chairs!! 


Emma’s book is all about families and the secrets they keep to protect the ones that they love. Many of the stories paralleled each other.


Out of all the characters in the book my heart ached for Lily the most! Growing up thinking her Mom was dead because that is what her Dad told her was so wrong on so many levels!!! She had so many emotions to process that I am so glad that Carrie could be there for her!! Oh this storyline was one of the best! 


The Night Before The Wedding in my opinion digs a little deeper in emotional intensity (but not waterworks wise). I highly suggest you add this to your tbr pile! It is one of her best! 




Emma Robinson is a USA Today Bestseller with a passion for stories which explore the power of family and friendship in the most challenging circumstances. Focusing on emotional themes, her novels are both heart-breaking and life affirming.





May 2, 2026

#CoverReveal #PeopleLikeUs #KierstenModglin #Preorder #Savethedate #May15

 

In the intoxicating circle of influence and celebrity surrounding her ultra-rich in-laws, Astrid is an outsider. When she and her husband, Simon, return to the Morning family’s lavish estate for his sister’s wedding, she seizes the opportunity to finally prove she belongs.


As the family members set to work preparing for the ceremony, Astrid’s efforts lead to her uncovering an old radio hidden in the back of a closet. Curious, she turns it on. 

Then, the nightmare begins.


Across the static-filled line, a young girl calls for help.

But is the threat real? The Mornings have dealt with cruel pranks before, and they’re certain someone is trying to trick Astrid into revealing the wedding location, or worse.


If she doesn’t heed their warnings, she might just tumble headfirst into a meticulously laid trap. But as the wedding day draws nearer and tensions escalate, she can’t shake the feeling they’re wrong. And when she crosses a line in her search for answers, even Simon can’t hide the doubt lingering in his gaze.


She must make a choice; if the girl is actually in danger, Astrid is running out of time.


In the grand, sun-soaked halls of Morning House, Astrid fears the secrets looming in the shadows. The cracks have begun to show, and in choosing between her own intuition and her new family, the very ground she walks on will crumble.


From the moment she married Simon, all Astrid wanted was the family she’s always dreamed of, but as terrifying truths are unearthed, it becomes undeniable: if she digs too deep into the Mornings’ world, she might find herself buried instead.


Perfect for fans of The Family SecretDon’t Go Down There, and Bitter House, Modglin returns with a dark, utterly propulsive locked-room thriller, crackling with tension and dripping with wealth, whispers, and unbridled power.





KIERSTEN MODGLIN is a #1 bestselling author of psychological thrillers. Her books have sold over two million copies and have been translated into multiple languages. Kiersten is a recipient of ThrillerFix's Best Psych Thriller Award, Suspense Magazine's Best Book of 2021, and a Silver Falchion for Best Book of 2021. Kiersten's readers across the world call her "KMod." A binge-watching expert and indoor enthusiast, Kiersten enjoys days spent with her favorite people and evenings with her nose in a book.

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