The Perfect Girlfriend: An absolutely gripping and breathtaking psychological thriller

Written by Hayley Smith

Narrated by Katie Villa

I smile at my boyfriend as I set the table ready for the delicious dinner that’s bubbling on the stove. I know I’m everything to him. I’ve made absolutely sure I’m his perfect match, in every way…

 

Jay and I have only known each other a short while, but whenever I gaze into his gorgeous brown eyes I know he’s the one. His little house by the deep forest’s edge is perfect for the two of us – no internet, no phone signal, and no neighbours. I’m about as far from my past as I could be. N

 

Warm in Jay’s arms, I can persuade myself it’s ok that he disappears for hours when he thinks I’m asleep at night, returning the next morning, glittery eyed and tense. And I don’t mind that he likes to be in charge of our money, our time, of me. He’s just looking after me, keeping me safe from the outside world, because he loves me.

 

I won’t question him, I can’t challenge him. I need our relationship to work. Because I have secrets too. Jay thinks he knows me, but he doesn’t have a clue.

 

All I have to do is play my part, and pray he never discovers just how far from perfect I really am… 

 

A completely addictive psychological thriller packed with incredible twists you won’t see coming. Perfect for fans of The Housemaid, The Split, and The Serial Killer’s Wife.

 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Hachette UK - Bookouture
• Release date: Jul 20, 2023
• ISBN: 9781837908165

Hayley Smith

Hayley Smith is married with three children and lives in a north Derbyshire village. She has worked as a graphic designer, youth worker and musician, and has been involved for many years in organising music festivals and gigs. She studied English Language and Creative Writing with the Open University and is an avid reader of psychological fiction. Having a penchant for all things alternative, she often dips into the counter-culture scene for writing inspiration, producing quirky rough-edged characters and dark, unpredictable twists, turns and moral dilemmas.

Reviews for The Perfect Girlfriend

[Nichole · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Just enough questioning without being scary. I really enjoyed this book.

[Lisa · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

You know what you're getting into when you read a domestic thriller. It isn't like the plot is original. However that doesn't necessarily mean the book will be bad. What I can say about this novel is the narrating is excellent and I was pulled in for the first three quarters of the book. However, at the last quarter which is about two and a half hours, is absolutely unrealistic and borderline stupid. I try to be really fair with reviews, but give me a break. I was disappointed.

[Candi Casulli Jania · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I really liked this book. The author actually wrapped up the story at the end in a very satisfying way. She answered all of my lingering questions about what happened to the main character.
Also, other audio books I fast forward some of the non important word vomit to get to the point. I’m not sure I fast forwarded one time!

[Natshedge · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Brilliant! Binge listened, had me on edge and wondering what was going on from start to finish.