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The Secret Marriage
There are three of us in this marriage. Will any of us survive it?
My husband is a handsome and successful businessman. He charms everyone he meets; including me. I’m madly in love with him and I believe we will grow old together in our beautiful, renovated farmhouse in the countryside.
Until one rainy evening when I discover his I watch as he steps into the arms of another woman. The truth is like a punch to my gut.
But what comes next is even worse.
I notice the gold wedding band on her finger and I hear him say, ‘I missed you wifey.’
My heart shatters. He’s married to someone else, even though he’s still married to me.
Tears streak my face, mixing with the rain. He’s betrayed me. He thinks he can get away with it.
But he has no idea how far I’ll go to get my revenge…
This utterly gripping psychological thriller from bestselling author Mikayla Davids is a page-turner that will keep you reading way past your bedtime! Perfect for fans of Lucy Foley, Lisa Jewell and Ruth Ware.
What readers are saying about Mikayla
‘SHUT. THE. FRONT. DOOR!!!! WHAT DID I JUST READ?!! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time… What a page-turner… I couldn’t put it down as I HAD TO KNOW what happened next. Was literally gasping throughout. And that ending!! WOW!! I DID NOT EXPECT THOSE TWISTS!!! 10 stars!!’ Goodreads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘OMG!!! SOOOO TWISTY! I absolutely LOVED this brilliant thriller. Had me totally gripped and I could not put it down as BOOM there were so many twists. And woah that ending was nail-biting!!!! A five-star book and an auto-buy author!’ Bookywookyman82, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! I absolutely loved this! Page-turning… Gripped from the first page and just had to keep reading… Every chapter left me wanting more… Loved all the twists on the way to the nail-biting end.’ Goodreads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Wow! Wow! Wow! Addictive story… Kept me gripped until the final jaw-dropping twist. Five huge stars!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Y'all WHERE DO I EVEN START with this book?! I was invested in everyone. I LOVED… Y'all need to go get this book, you won’t be disappointed!!’ @AFELTON6212, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Absolutely a 5 star book! WOW… So many twists… Absolutely brilliant novel… Fast-paced… full of tension and it drew me right in!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Page-turner… Unable to put down… I loved… I couldn't get enough of this, I absolutely devoured it. A gripping psychological thriller. 5 stars!’ leannebookstagram, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Utterly gripping… I was hooked right from the start<
My husband is a handsome and successful businessman. He charms everyone he meets; including me. I’m madly in love with him and I believe we will grow old together in our beautiful, renovated farmhouse in the countryside.
Until one rainy evening when I discover his I watch as he steps into the arms of another woman. The truth is like a punch to my gut.
But what comes next is even worse.
I notice the gold wedding band on her finger and I hear him say, ‘I missed you wifey.’
My heart shatters. He’s married to someone else, even though he’s still married to me.
Tears streak my face, mixing with the rain. He’s betrayed me. He thinks he can get away with it.
But he has no idea how far I’ll go to get my revenge…
This utterly gripping psychological thriller from bestselling author Mikayla Davids is a page-turner that will keep you reading way past your bedtime! Perfect for fans of Lucy Foley, Lisa Jewell and Ruth Ware.
What readers are saying about Mikayla
‘SHUT. THE. FRONT. DOOR!!!! WHAT DID I JUST READ?!! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time… What a page-turner… I couldn’t put it down as I HAD TO KNOW what happened next. Was literally gasping throughout. And that ending!! WOW!! I DID NOT EXPECT THOSE TWISTS!!! 10 stars!!’ Goodreads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘OMG!!! SOOOO TWISTY! I absolutely LOVED this brilliant thriller. Had me totally gripped and I could not put it down as BOOM there were so many twists. And woah that ending was nail-biting!!!! A five-star book and an auto-buy author!’ Bookywookyman82, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! I absolutely loved this! Page-turning… Gripped from the first page and just had to keep reading… Every chapter left me wanting more… Loved all the twists on the way to the nail-biting end.’ Goodreads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Wow! Wow! Wow! Addictive story… Kept me gripped until the final jaw-dropping twist. Five huge stars!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Y'all WHERE DO I EVEN START with this book?! I was invested in everyone. I LOVED… Y'all need to go get this book, you won’t be disappointed!!’ @AFELTON6212, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Absolutely a 5 star book! WOW… So many twists… Absolutely brilliant novel… Fast-paced… full of tension and it drew me right in!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Page-turner… Unable to put down… I loved… I couldn't get enough of this, I absolutely devoured it. A gripping psychological thriller. 5 stars!’ leannebookstagram, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Utterly gripping… I was hooked right from the start<
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Published November 11, 2025
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August 24, 2025
I’ve just flown through this book in two days, it’s been a long time since I was so engrossed I just couldn’t stay away from a book. Wonderful!!
It’s faced paced, with short chapters between two characters points of view, it was easy to keep track of the story and you were never left waiting too long before getting back to the others personally POV. Perfect!
There were plenty of twists to enjoy and even a couple of moments where I was rooting so badly for a character I was willing them to do what I wanted! It was great to get so immersed.
A fantastic book! Definitely recommend you give it a try.
It’s faced paced, with short chapters between two characters points of view, it was easy to keep track of the story and you were never left waiting too long before getting back to the others personally POV. Perfect!
There were plenty of twists to enjoy and even a couple of moments where I was rooting so badly for a character I was willing them to do what I wanted! It was great to get so immersed.
A fantastic book! Definitely recommend you give it a try.
August 25, 2025
Great Little Mystery with a big side of crazy
I’m not sure where to start. Ok. Boy loves girl. Boy falls out of love with girl. Girl is crazy. Boy finds love with a new girl. Crazy girl says “hold my beer”. Not literally, but her crazy definitely comes out. It’s a tale of revenge and control. It was a good read. I gave a five star review in lieu of the four stars that I wanted to give. There’s a lot of back and forth between past and current events, like every other chapter. I personally don’t care much for that style of writing, but since this is a personal preference of mine, I didn’t think I should penalize the author by taking a star. Overall, it was well written and a good story. You won’t be disappointed if you read it.
I’m not sure where to start. Ok. Boy loves girl. Boy falls out of love with girl. Girl is crazy. Boy finds love with a new girl. Crazy girl says “hold my beer”. Not literally, but her crazy definitely comes out. It’s a tale of revenge and control. It was a good read. I gave a five star review in lieu of the four stars that I wanted to give. There’s a lot of back and forth between past and current events, like every other chapter. I personally don’t care much for that style of writing, but since this is a personal preference of mine, I didn’t think I should penalize the author by taking a star. Overall, it was well written and a good story. You won’t be disappointed if you read it.
August 24, 2025
Great read couldn’t put it down lots of twists and turns and surprises liked Kirsty
October 5, 2025
Oh my gosh, Mikayla wrote another one that I couldn’t put down! I put on sunscreen, went outside to read, and still ended up sunburnt because I read it all in one sitting and forgot to reapply 🤪 this is a two POV, dual timeline with a lot of switching between characters and timelines with each chapter. But the way it was set up had you turning the page to see what happened and where it was going! Overall, a great read!
Eva and Nicholas have been together and married since before the business took off. They’ve had their rough patches: renovating a house causing them to live apart while the business is booming in London and he is away on work trips. But Eva thought they would be fine. That is, until she sees him with a woman in the renovated house with a wedding band on and he was calling her wifey. But Nicholas doesn’t seem to be the only one with secrets.
Thank you to Love Books Tours for the copy, all thoughts are my own.
Eva and Nicholas have been together and married since before the business took off. They’ve had their rough patches: renovating a house causing them to live apart while the business is booming in London and he is away on work trips. But Eva thought they would be fine. That is, until she sees him with a woman in the renovated house with a wedding band on and he was calling her wifey. But Nicholas doesn’t seem to be the only one with secrets.
Thank you to Love Books Tours for the copy, all thoughts are my own.
August 26, 2025
Love this authors books and this one did not disappointment . Enjoyed from start to finish
December 31, 2025
Talk about a psychological thriller! This is my second audiobook by Mikayla Davids, and once again she proves she knows exactly how to write a gripping, mind-twisting story. From the prologue alone, you know things are about to go very wrong, it’s just a matter of how.
At first glance, the premise seems simple: Eva is married to Nick. So is Kirsty. Only one of them knows about the other, and she’s determined to make sure everyone finds out. But what unfolds is far from simple. Twists pile on twists: people pretending to be someone they’re not, secrets Nick is desperately hiding, and neighbors who clearly know more than they let on.
Davids takes you on a wild ride that had me glued to my headphones. Every time I thought I had things figured out, I was completely wrong, and that’s exactly how I like my thrillers. I want to be shocked, second-guess everything, and never feel ahead of the story. A Secret Marriage delivered on all counts. I didn’t predict a single major moment, which made the experience even more satisfying.
And that ending? I immediately need the next book. The fallout, the consequences, the choices, especially when a scorned woman finally learns the truth, left me desperate to know what happens next.
The narration was phenomenal. Esther Mwane and Rachael Beresford brought incredible emotional depth to both POVs, perfectly capturing vulnerability, fury, and tension. Their performances made it impossible not to feel for these women, even as the story spiraled into chaos. This dual narration elevated the audiobook experience in every way.
If you love psychological thrillers packed with secrets, deception, and jaw-dropping twists and enjoy watching just how far a scorned woman might go, this one is absolutely for you.
💖 Thank you to @lovebooktours for this gifted ALC in exchange for an honest review.
At first glance, the premise seems simple: Eva is married to Nick. So is Kirsty. Only one of them knows about the other, and she’s determined to make sure everyone finds out. But what unfolds is far from simple. Twists pile on twists: people pretending to be someone they’re not, secrets Nick is desperately hiding, and neighbors who clearly know more than they let on.
Davids takes you on a wild ride that had me glued to my headphones. Every time I thought I had things figured out, I was completely wrong, and that’s exactly how I like my thrillers. I want to be shocked, second-guess everything, and never feel ahead of the story. A Secret Marriage delivered on all counts. I didn’t predict a single major moment, which made the experience even more satisfying.
And that ending? I immediately need the next book. The fallout, the consequences, the choices, especially when a scorned woman finally learns the truth, left me desperate to know what happens next.
The narration was phenomenal. Esther Mwane and Rachael Beresford brought incredible emotional depth to both POVs, perfectly capturing vulnerability, fury, and tension. Their performances made it impossible not to feel for these women, even as the story spiraled into chaos. This dual narration elevated the audiobook experience in every way.
If you love psychological thrillers packed with secrets, deception, and jaw-dropping twists and enjoy watching just how far a scorned woman might go, this one is absolutely for you.
💖 Thank you to @lovebooktours for this gifted ALC in exchange for an honest review.
October 12, 2025
Another twist thriller from Mikayla Davids. The story follows two women who are both married to the same man... but instead of being united against the serial cheater, these women have secrets of their own and someone will have to pay a very high price.
I liked that we got both points of view, with short punchy chapters that had me wanting more. This was full of twists and turns. The writing pulled me in and I needed to see what was coming next.
The setting worked well and the author really sets the scene of the house and village. I liked how things are gradually revealed about both women as the tension ramps up!
I think a lot of thriller fans will love this one!
Huge thanks to the author and Love Books Tours for providing a copy of the book to review
I liked that we got both points of view, with short punchy chapters that had me wanting more. This was full of twists and turns. The writing pulled me in and I needed to see what was coming next.
The setting worked well and the author really sets the scene of the house and village. I liked how things are gradually revealed about both women as the tension ramps up!
I think a lot of thriller fans will love this one!
Huge thanks to the author and Love Books Tours for providing a copy of the book to review
August 30, 2025
Another great story from Davids. Fast paced with enough twists to keep you guessing right till the end!
Mikayla Davids latest, The Secret Marriage, in this gripping psychological thriller, a devoted wife’s idyllic life in the countryside is shattered when she discovers her husband in the arms of another woman—who also wears a wedding ring. What begins as heartbreak quickly spirals into a chilling tale of deception, double lives, and revenge.
Also spotted another release – The New Boyfriend – due 2026, added to my TBR!
Mikayla Davids latest, The Secret Marriage, in this gripping psychological thriller, a devoted wife’s idyllic life in the countryside is shattered when she discovers her husband in the arms of another woman—who also wears a wedding ring. What begins as heartbreak quickly spirals into a chilling tale of deception, double lives, and revenge.
Also spotted another release – The New Boyfriend – due 2026, added to my TBR!
August 27, 2025
How does she do it?! Davids delivers another dark, twisty thriller with her signature tense and atmospheric storytelling. Perfect if you love a read that keeps you guessing right up to the very end!
September 2, 2025
Another great book from Mikayla Davids. As with previous books, it was very difficult to not keep reading and reading! It has an interesting premise, and plenty of twists and turns to keep you hooked. Looking forward to the next one!
September 18, 2025
Good read.
Very good read. I would recommend it to people who like suspense. I will be looking for more books like this to read..
Very good read. I would recommend it to people who like suspense. I will be looking for more books like this to read..
December 8, 2025
2.5 ⭐ rounded to 3
September 16, 2025
Thoroughly gripping from the first page to the last. There was suspense, secrets, and complex characters. Every chapter kept you guessing until the finale. A must read.
September 22, 2025
The Secret Marriage is a griping psychological thriller that perfectly exemplifies the term “threes company”. I really appreciated this unique storyline and how Davids was able to keep the reader entertained with short and succinct chapters. The pacing felt appropriate and Davids did a great job of connecting the reader to the characters. I was easily engaged and interested in each character’s motive throughout the novel. My biggest qualm with the novel was that I expected some heavier twists and more of an intense climax in the storyline, but that never fully matriculated for me in the way I was hoping. Overall, it was an enjoyable read and one I would recommend.
🔪😱 Thrills and Chills Factor: 1/5
✔️🚫 Would Recommend: Yes
🔪😱 Thrills and Chills Factor: 1/5
✔️🚫 Would Recommend: Yes
October 8, 2025
“Fast-paced, addictive, and full of red flags you can’t ignore…”
The Secret Marriage by Mikayla Davids is my seventh read from this author – and she’s firmly cemented herself as my auto-buy thriller writer. Every single book so far has delivered, and this one was no different. I went in with high expectations, and I’m pleased to say I wasn’t disappointed.
Told from the perspectives of Kirsty and Eva, with both past and present timelines, this story dives into marriages where the warning signs are impossible to miss. Nicolas (or Nick – yes, the same character!) is the ultimate red flag husband: controlling, gaslighting, offensive and downright vile. I disliked him intensely, and that’s exactly the kind of character who makes a thriller so absorbing.
Eva’s storyline in particular struck a chord with me. I hated the way she was treated and how easily she was manipulated into looking like she was suffering a breakdown. At times, her intentions were difficult to judge and I’m still not sure her arc was the strongest choice, but she remained sympathetic and fascinating to follow.
Kirsty, on the other hand, I really warmed to. Naive at times, yes, but she had that friend/sister quality that made me root for her from the beginning. Jean was another standout side character who I would love to see more of in future. Some of the others – like Tiggy and Jane – added a layer of mystery, though I’m hoping a sequel might dig deeper into their stories.
The big reveal was unexpected, though I felt it could have been more intense. If Eva is being portrayed as “unhinged”, I would have liked the reveal to lean harder into that chaos. The ending itself was intriguing and left a few loose ends dangling, which has me wondering if Mikayla is setting us up for a continuation.
With short, snappy chapters and a fast pace, this is one of those books you can easily lose hours to without realising. For me, it’s another strong 4-star read. It didn’t quite have the same level of angst and tension I adored in The Family Secret or Her Daughter’s Lies, but it’s still a fantastic thriller I’d highly recommend.
And I absolutely cannot wait to get my hands on The New Boyfriend – I’m already wondering if it could be connected.
The Secret Marriage by Mikayla Davids is my seventh read from this author – and she’s firmly cemented herself as my auto-buy thriller writer. Every single book so far has delivered, and this one was no different. I went in with high expectations, and I’m pleased to say I wasn’t disappointed.
Told from the perspectives of Kirsty and Eva, with both past and present timelines, this story dives into marriages where the warning signs are impossible to miss. Nicolas (or Nick – yes, the same character!) is the ultimate red flag husband: controlling, gaslighting, offensive and downright vile. I disliked him intensely, and that’s exactly the kind of character who makes a thriller so absorbing.
Eva’s storyline in particular struck a chord with me. I hated the way she was treated and how easily she was manipulated into looking like she was suffering a breakdown. At times, her intentions were difficult to judge and I’m still not sure her arc was the strongest choice, but she remained sympathetic and fascinating to follow.
Kirsty, on the other hand, I really warmed to. Naive at times, yes, but she had that friend/sister quality that made me root for her from the beginning. Jean was another standout side character who I would love to see more of in future. Some of the others – like Tiggy and Jane – added a layer of mystery, though I’m hoping a sequel might dig deeper into their stories.
The big reveal was unexpected, though I felt it could have been more intense. If Eva is being portrayed as “unhinged”, I would have liked the reveal to lean harder into that chaos. The ending itself was intriguing and left a few loose ends dangling, which has me wondering if Mikayla is setting us up for a continuation.
With short, snappy chapters and a fast pace, this is one of those books you can easily lose hours to without realising. For me, it’s another strong 4-star read. It didn’t quite have the same level of angst and tension I adored in The Family Secret or Her Daughter’s Lies, but it’s still a fantastic thriller I’d highly recommend.
And I absolutely cannot wait to get my hands on The New Boyfriend – I’m already wondering if it could be connected.
September 23, 2025
When I see Mikayla Davids' name, it's an automatic buy now! Her books are frequently available on KU, so technically, it's an autodownload, but you know what I mean. I can never wait to dig into the next amazing thriller that she has cooked up! She is one of those writers who strikes up a bit of professional envy in me, because I am amazed at how she cooks up such deliciously devious plots so frequently and knocks every single one out of the park! I have not been disappointed by a single one of her books! Every single one has been five stars from me, including this one!
It's full of her fabulous character building, absolutely wild twists and turns, and fast-paced storytelling. Once I start one of her books, it is impossible to put it down! From the first chapter, it's like what is going on!! Who is this lady? Why is she spying on these people? Who is this dude (ie, @$$hole big time in this one from the get go, I could feel it!!) Even with the big-time spoilers in the blurb, you might think you know what's going on - but you will find yourself slap dab in the middle of a class Mikayla Davids twisty plot before you know it.
And, the best advice I can give you is to snap this book up as soon as you can if you like a good thriller! If you haven't had the joy of reading Davids' books, she is phenomenal, and this latest installment only shows growth! I had only dipped my toes in thriller reading when I read my first Davids, and she quickly became my favorite! The way she can craft a paranoid mind right alongside a devious one is just *chef's kiss.*
It's full of her fabulous character building, absolutely wild twists and turns, and fast-paced storytelling. Once I start one of her books, it is impossible to put it down! From the first chapter, it's like what is going on!! Who is this lady? Why is she spying on these people? Who is this dude (ie, @$$hole big time in this one from the get go, I could feel it!!) Even with the big-time spoilers in the blurb, you might think you know what's going on - but you will find yourself slap dab in the middle of a class Mikayla Davids twisty plot before you know it.
And, the best advice I can give you is to snap this book up as soon as you can if you like a good thriller! If you haven't had the joy of reading Davids' books, she is phenomenal, and this latest installment only shows growth! I had only dipped my toes in thriller reading when I read my first Davids, and she quickly became my favorite! The way she can craft a paranoid mind right alongside a devious one is just *chef's kiss.*
December 16, 2025
3.75⭐️💫 There are three people in this marriage, will they all survive it? Eva’s husband is a handsome and successful businessman, charming everyone he meets. She is madly in love with him and believes they will grow old together in their beautiful, renovated farmhouse in the countryside. One evening she discovers his secret, as she watches him step into the arms of another woman, a woman who he addresses as his wife…
Right from the offset this was a fast paced journey through a cast of characters that, at first, you’re not sure just how they will all end up connecting.
It took me a while to get used to the differing character POV’s and switching timelines, but ultimately everything flowed well together to give the full picture overall. Some unexpected twists were nicely inserted when you least expected, adding additional elements to the storyline that were not anticipated.
A very cleverly written epilogue (no spoilers!) also added a clever element to bring an element of unfinished business, again, the author has executed these hidden and unexpected elements superbly. Seeing things from both sides of the story was very prominent in this title, providing the element of just who was telling the truth.
My first title by this author and it was a pleasure to have discovered her writing!
Right from the offset this was a fast paced journey through a cast of characters that, at first, you’re not sure just how they will all end up connecting.
It took me a while to get used to the differing character POV’s and switching timelines, but ultimately everything flowed well together to give the full picture overall. Some unexpected twists were nicely inserted when you least expected, adding additional elements to the storyline that were not anticipated.
A very cleverly written epilogue (no spoilers!) also added a clever element to bring an element of unfinished business, again, the author has executed these hidden and unexpected elements superbly. Seeing things from both sides of the story was very prominent in this title, providing the element of just who was telling the truth.
My first title by this author and it was a pleasure to have discovered her writing!
October 25, 2025
Kirsty thinks she’s found her happily-ever-after with Nicholas in their dream farmhouse. But everything shatters when she discovers him with another woman and hears him call her “wifey.” The realization that Nicholas has been living a double life sends Kirsty into a spiral of anger and obsession. As deception and revenge take hold, Kirsty is forced to confront just how dangerous love and lies can become.
Mikayla Davids does it again! While this wasn't my favorite book of hers, it was still good and had enough curiosity that had me glued to the book. I read a good chunk of this one at the nail salon. David's writing style closely resembles Freida McFadden's in the way that it's quick, thrilly, and straight to the point. So if you like Freida, you might want to give Mikayla David's a try.
Trigger Warnings: infidelity, betrayal, emotional manipulation, gaslighting, domestic conflict, revenge, obsession, psychological tension
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Mikayla Davids does it again! While this wasn't my favorite book of hers, it was still good and had enough curiosity that had me glued to the book. I read a good chunk of this one at the nail salon. David's writing style closely resembles Freida McFadden's in the way that it's quick, thrilly, and straight to the point. So if you like Freida, you might want to give Mikayla David's a try.
Trigger Warnings: infidelity, betrayal, emotional manipulation, gaslighting, domestic conflict, revenge, obsession, psychological tension
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September 13, 2025
The Secret Marriage was a thrilling and entertaining read. I really enjoyed reading this book and I found myself wanting to read more and more. It is very fast paced and the short chapters make the book feel like a quick read.
The book follows the journey of a newly married couple, the husband is a successful business owner and the wife is young and has a new cake making business. As the story deepens, we see some secrets between the pair which is told through many twists. I found myself rooting for the main character, Kirsty, and especially at the ending. I thought the characters were developed well.
The book is told from different perspectives and in the past and present, so it gives the story some depth and definitely loads of cliffhangers. This made the book such a page turner as I couldn’t put it down. At some points, I could predict some elements, but there were more twists which shocked me.
The book follows the journey of a newly married couple, the husband is a successful business owner and the wife is young and has a new cake making business. As the story deepens, we see some secrets between the pair which is told through many twists. I found myself rooting for the main character, Kirsty, and especially at the ending. I thought the characters were developed well.
The book is told from different perspectives and in the past and present, so it gives the story some depth and definitely loads of cliffhangers. This made the book such a page turner as I couldn’t put it down. At some points, I could predict some elements, but there were more twists which shocked me.
September 29, 2025
This is now my sixth read by this author and oh my, they've all been 5* reads for me and Mikayla is most definitely an auto-buy author now.
I absolutely loved the connected thrillers which I read first, but I've also since loved the standalone reads too and this one was no exception!
In true style, we are carried along by the fast-paced writing style and short chapters, which inevitably make me need to just squeeze one of two more chapters in each sitting - but to be honest, I really devour these over 2 or 3 sittings anyway.
We follow this story over a multi pov and dual timeline format and I absolutely love this because it really creates a great atmosphere and tension as the story gradually unfolds through the book and often keeps us hanging on for answers between the different pov's and timelines.
We also get a good insight into each of the characters and their thoughts and feelings over each of the events.
I really felt sorry for Kirsty throughout and was definitely rooting for her to get a happy outcome - however that might look!
As ever, I was totally immersed in this and raced through it.
Another great read and again, I'm excited for the next release.
I absolutely loved the connected thrillers which I read first, but I've also since loved the standalone reads too and this one was no exception!
In true style, we are carried along by the fast-paced writing style and short chapters, which inevitably make me need to just squeeze one of two more chapters in each sitting - but to be honest, I really devour these over 2 or 3 sittings anyway.
We follow this story over a multi pov and dual timeline format and I absolutely love this because it really creates a great atmosphere and tension as the story gradually unfolds through the book and often keeps us hanging on for answers between the different pov's and timelines.
We also get a good insight into each of the characters and their thoughts and feelings over each of the events.
I really felt sorry for Kirsty throughout and was definitely rooting for her to get a happy outcome - however that might look!
As ever, I was totally immersed in this and raced through it.
Another great read and again, I'm excited for the next release.
September 27, 2025
I’ve been a huge fan of Mikayla and her books for a while now! So the anticipation before starting this was intense! And I was not disappointed!
Firstly I’m going to point out the fact that this was super fast paced to the point where it’s hard to stop reading. You keep getting drawn in to the story by reveal after reveal and it makes for incredible reading. Add in the dual POV between the 2 main characters and that Eva’s timeline is split between the past and present it all adds up to being a thrilling read.
I loved both Kirsty and Eva in their own ways. I feel like I wanted to know just a tiny bit more about Eva but the suspense kept me going and by the end I was shocked! I also loved that Kirsty has secrets of her own too and that added an extra level of intrigue and suspense!
I’m really hoping the ending means there is another book to finish off. I’d be picking it up in a heartbeat if that’s the case. A thrilling fabulous twisty read!
Firstly I’m going to point out the fact that this was super fast paced to the point where it’s hard to stop reading. You keep getting drawn in to the story by reveal after reveal and it makes for incredible reading. Add in the dual POV between the 2 main characters and that Eva’s timeline is split between the past and present it all adds up to being a thrilling read.
I loved both Kirsty and Eva in their own ways. I feel like I wanted to know just a tiny bit more about Eva but the suspense kept me going and by the end I was shocked! I also loved that Kirsty has secrets of her own too and that added an extra level of intrigue and suspense!
I’m really hoping the ending means there is another book to finish off. I’d be picking it up in a heartbeat if that’s the case. A thrilling fabulous twisty read!
September 27, 2025
This psychological thriller completely pulled me in! I couldn’t stop reading it was one of those books that made me forget about sleep. Mikayla always nails it.
The story follows Kirsty, a newlywed who moves to a quiet countryside estate with her charming husband Nick. But beneath the surface of their picture-perfect life, there are secrets lots of them.
I loved how the story moved between past and present.
Kirsty was such a strong lead. She tried to adjust to her new life, especially with Nick working all the time and her feeling isolated. Her little dog was a sweet companion, and I liked their bond.
The suspense kept building, and every reveal made things more intense.
This one’s a must-read.
The story follows Kirsty, a newlywed who moves to a quiet countryside estate with her charming husband Nick. But beneath the surface of their picture-perfect life, there are secrets lots of them.
I loved how the story moved between past and present.
Kirsty was such a strong lead. She tried to adjust to her new life, especially with Nick working all the time and her feeling isolated. Her little dog was a sweet companion, and I liked their bond.
The suspense kept building, and every reveal made things more intense.
This one’s a must-read.
September 29, 2025
What a book! This had me completely hooked from the start.
Lots of twists, short chapters plus with the then and now storyline, it was a book I find really hard to put down - loved it! ❤️
I’ve read a few of Mikayla Davids books now and they have all been really good, I would highly recommend reading them for any twisty thriller fans.
This one built the tension as you read the book but the prologue sets the scene which is what really grips me to this authors books.
Great writing and characters you don’t know whether to trust or not plus a story that keeps you guessing another perfect Psychological thriller from Mikayla I cannot wait to see what comes out next!
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Lots of twists, short chapters plus with the then and now storyline, it was a book I find really hard to put down - loved it! ❤️
I’ve read a few of Mikayla Davids books now and they have all been really good, I would highly recommend reading them for any twisty thriller fans.
This one built the tension as you read the book but the prologue sets the scene which is what really grips me to this authors books.
Great writing and characters you don’t know whether to trust or not plus a story that keeps you guessing another perfect Psychological thriller from Mikayla I cannot wait to see what comes out next!
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August 29, 2025
Just when you think you've hit the last twist - BAM! - along comes another one. This is a book about revenge, control, and secrets. It's also about an unhinged ex-wife who's not an ex-wife, a current wife, and their friends. Oh, and the handsome, charming husband around whom the story revolves around. He was controlling, he was a bigamist, but was he the bad guy?
I loved the descriptions of the house and the yard, and Kirsty's interactions with the folks in town.
Mikayla Davids delivers books that will take you out of your reading slump!
Thanks to Love Books Tours for taking me along on this wild ride with a reviewer's ebook!
I loved the descriptions of the house and the yard, and Kirsty's interactions with the folks in town.
Mikayla Davids delivers books that will take you out of your reading slump!
Thanks to Love Books Tours for taking me along on this wild ride with a reviewer's ebook!
September 28, 2025
I have read a lot of Mikayla's books at this stage and they honestly never fail, I've loved them all & the trend continues with The Secret Marriage, I loved it.
This was another fast-paced, gripping & compelling read that I struggled to put down, in true Davids fashion the short snappy chapters & dual POV/timeline added to the tension, mystery and atmosphere.
The characters were well written & developed, I particularly warmed to Kirsty & found myself cheering her on like she was a friend.
The Secret Marriage is an edge of your seat read full of twists & turns, a story about marriage, secrets, lies & revenge.
The perfect thriller.
This was another fast-paced, gripping & compelling read that I struggled to put down, in true Davids fashion the short snappy chapters & dual POV/timeline added to the tension, mystery and atmosphere.
The characters were well written & developed, I particularly warmed to Kirsty & found myself cheering her on like she was a friend.
The Secret Marriage is an edge of your seat read full of twists & turns, a story about marriage, secrets, lies & revenge.
The perfect thriller.
September 30, 2025
The Secret Marriage by Mikayla Davids.
I did enjoy this book. I loved the cover. It's why I signed up for this tour. Gorgeous. I do love this author. This is the 3rd book I've read by her. It doesn't disappoint. I got into it straight away. The only thing was I wasn't sure how I felt about the characters. I do know that I didn't trust any of them. I just didn't connect with them. I liked the writing style and the story. The chapters are short. They go between Kirsty and Eva. Then and now. Oh my, what a twisty and gripping read. I definitely didn't see that coming. I definitely recommend this rollercoaster of a read.
I did enjoy this book. I loved the cover. It's why I signed up for this tour. Gorgeous. I do love this author. This is the 3rd book I've read by her. It doesn't disappoint. I got into it straight away. The only thing was I wasn't sure how I felt about the characters. I do know that I didn't trust any of them. I just didn't connect with them. I liked the writing style and the story. The chapters are short. They go between Kirsty and Eva. Then and now. Oh my, what a twisty and gripping read. I definitely didn't see that coming. I definitely recommend this rollercoaster of a read.
October 16, 2025
Well done, but that ending…
It must be me, because I totally could put this book down!
Seriously, there was a LOT going on. Nicholas has a problem and her name is Eva. She’s his “first” wife but she won’t let go. And he’s moved back into his country home with his “new” wife…
SPOILER
There were definitely twists that I just rolled with, because duh. It’s a thriller. But that ending took it down a star. My feeling was that it was unnecessary and now Kristy is going to have to look over her shoulder all the time once she figures out that new chick is cray-cray.
KU read. Better than average…
It must be me, because I totally could put this book down!
Seriously, there was a LOT going on. Nicholas has a problem and her name is Eva. She’s his “first” wife but she won’t let go. And he’s moved back into his country home with his “new” wife…
SPOILER
There were definitely twists that I just rolled with, because duh. It’s a thriller. But that ending took it down a star. My feeling was that it was unnecessary and now Kristy is going to have to look over her shoulder all the time once she figures out that new chick is cray-cray.
KU read. Better than average…
November 5, 2025
I liked the fat pace and the short chapters but at times i was a little confused as to who or when these were even though it says in the chapter titles. A few times I thought I had missed out a couple of pages as the story seemed to jump. The author included some red herrings but they really weren't as they had nothing to do with the story and were never explained ( the florist for example, the bloke in the pub). My biggest criticism is the portrail of women as weak, easily manipulated and subservient, this was taken to extreme as it appeared all the women in this book were like that. No I don't believe any woman would just put up and shut up like this.
September 24, 2025
Thank you to Love Books Tours and Mikayla Davids for an ARC copy of this book. *All thoughts and opinions are my own*
This is the second book from Mikayla I have read and I adore her writing. Each of her books are so well-written with great pace and the story just pulls you in. I quickly fell in love with Kirsty and found myself rooting for her throughout the book.
The twists in this book are completely unpredictable, and keep you guessing until the very end. If you love thrillers this is definitely a book I'd recommend. Mikayla is easily becoming an auto-buy author for me!
This is the second book from Mikayla I have read and I adore her writing. Each of her books are so well-written with great pace and the story just pulls you in. I quickly fell in love with Kirsty and found myself rooting for her throughout the book.
The twists in this book are completely unpredictable, and keep you guessing until the very end. If you love thrillers this is definitely a book I'd recommend. Mikayla is easily becoming an auto-buy author for me!
August 29, 2025
Wow! Seriously I couldn't get enough of this book. It felt like a addiction and I even put sleep aside just to read it. There are three people involved in a marriage! Like what the? It's told from the past too now and back and forth which I feel like this kept me interested. The twists are unbelievable they had my heart pumping through my chest and most of them were surprises that I hadn't guessed. I think that this authors writing style has got better and better with each book.
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