My Husband Next Door
- Judith D Collins
- Oct 26
- 4 min read
By: K. L. Slater
ISBN: 9781835252741
Publisher: Bookouture
Publication Date: 10/28/2025
Format: e-book
My Rating: 4 Stars (ARC)
The perfect way for us to live. The perfect way for him to hide…
My husband Matt and I are an ordinary married couple in every way but one. At the end of each day, we return to our own homes and our own spaces. Some people think this arrangement is odd, but for us it’s perfect.
But beyond the fairy lights I string at my window, darkness is pressing in. Two local women have gone missing, and I don’t want to be alone. With Matt away for work, I find comfort in chatting to my new neighbour Brenda, who drops in regularly with casseroles and groceries.
Sipping our coffees, looking out of my kitchen window, I soon notice how observant Brenda is. So when she tells me that perhaps my husband isn’t simply working late, something cold takes root. I think of Matt’s recent vague tone, the way he brushes off my questions. Brenda thinks I should pop by when Matt’s not at home. Just to check everything’s as it should be.
I should be able to trust the man I married. But when I do go through my husband’s things, I discover that our perfect living arrangement is hiding a shocking secret…
A completely compelling and twisty page-turner from number 1 bestselling author K.L. Slater. Fans of Lisa Jewell and Freida McFadden will be hooked by My Husband Next Door.
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My Review
Bestselling author K. L. Slater, a beloved name in the thriller world, is back with her latest gripping novel, MY HUSBAND NEXT DOOR.
Renowned for her suspenseful storytelling, unexpected plot twists, domestic drama, and dark family secrets, Slater takes us on a thrilling ride that explores the complexities of a married couple living apart, where sinister secrets and betrayal might be lurking.
About the Book...
Set against the backdrop of Nottingham, we meet Sylvie and Matt, a couple who have chosen to embrace a lifestyle of marriage while living separately. (on the same street)
However, as two local women go missing, Sylvie begins to feel increasingly isolated and fearful, especially with Matt away for work.
Her anxiety escalates with the arrival of her new neighbor, Brenda, whose persistent presence only heightens Sylvie's sense of unease rather than offering comfort.
Doubts creep in as Brenda suggests that perhaps Matt isn’t as occupied with work as he claims. With the complexities of family dynamics involving her daughter, baby, and boyfriend, Sylvie is thrust into a web of drama and hidden truths.
Determined to uncover the reality behind their unconventional arrangement, Sylvie decides to investigate Matt's home, leading her to a shocking revelation that could change everything.
How are the storylines connected?
My Thoughts...
MY HUSBAND NEXT DOOR is a multi-layered twisty fast-paced psychological thriller narrated from the alternating perspectives of Sylvie and Brenda, cleverly interwoven with chapters from the police investigation as they search for the missing girls. The tension is palpable, with every character harboring secrets and not many likable figures to root for.
As always, Slater delivers a masterclass in psychological thrillers, making this a must-read for domestic thriller enthusiasts and those who crave intense narratives filled with unexpected twists. Her signature style shines through, as she masterfully crafts shocking and unpredictable plot developments that keep readers on the edge of their seats with plenty of suspects to keep you guessing.
A fascinating topic...
Living Apart Together (LAT): when committed couples maintain separate residences, a trend on the rise for reasons like preserving individual autonomy, personal space, and a desire to avoid the constraints of traditional cohabitation.
Recommendations...
My Husband Next Door is perfect for K. L. Slater fans and readers drawn to dark family secrets, where seemingly ordinary individuals engage in extraordinary acts. If you enjoy works by B.A. Paris, Shari Lapena, and Lisa Jewell, this book deserves a spot on your reading list.
A special thanks to Bookouture and NetGalley for providing an advanced review copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
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My Rating: 4 Stars
Pub Date: Oct 28, 2025
About the Author
Kim is the number one bestselling author of over twenty psychological crime thrillers. She has sold over three million copies of her books worldwide. She has also written four Carnegie-nominated Young Adult novels as Kim Slater for Macmillan Children’s Books. Kim has an MA in Creative Writing and lives with her husband in a small Nottinghamshire village. WEBSITE
Order of publication:
SAFE WITH ME (2016)
BLINK (2017)
LIAR (2017)
THE MISTAKE (2017)
THE VISITOR (2018)
THE SECRET (2018)
CLOSER (2018)
FINDING GRACE (2019)
THE SILENT ONES (2019)
SINGLE (2019)
THE APARTMENT - AUDIBLE ORIGINAL only (2019) August
THE APARTMENT - eBook & paperback formats available (2020) April
LITTLE WHISPERS (2020)
THE GIRL SHE WANTED (2020)
THE EVIDENCE - AUDIBLE ORIGINAL only (2021) February
THE EVIDENCE - eBook & paperback formats available (2021) July
THE MARRIAGE (2021)
THE WIDOW (2021)
MISSING (2022)
THE NARRATOR - AUDIBLE ORIGINAL only (2022) August
THE NARRATOR - eBook & paperback formats available (2023) January
THE GIRLFRIEND (2022)
THE BEDROOM WINDOW (2023)
HUSBAND AND WIFE (2023)
MESSAGE DELETED (2024)
THE MARRIED MAN (2024)
THE WAITRESS - AUDIBLE ORIGINAL only (2025)
THE WAITRESS - eBook & paperback formats available (2026)
THE LUCKY WINNERS (2025)
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