56 pages • 1 hour read
Just the Nicest Couple
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Book Brief
320
Novel • Fiction
Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary
2023
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Just the Nicest Couple by Mary Kubica is a domestic thriller about two couples, Nina and Jake Hayes and Lily and Christian Scott, unraveling after Jake goes missing. Nina and Lily, close friends and colleagues, are drawn into the mystery and ensuing cover-up involving Lily’s altercation with Jake. As tensions rise and secrets unravel, the couples confront deception, betrayal, and trauma. The material addresses sexual assault, graphic violence, murder, suicide, and miscarriage.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Emotional
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
184,016 ratings
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Review Roundup
Mary Kubica's Just the Nicest Couple receives praise for its gripping plot and well-developed characters, keeping readers engaged till the end. However, some find the pacing uneven, with sections feeling slow and meandering. Overall, it's a strong suspenseful read, but the fluctuating tempo may not suit everyone.
Who Should Read Just the Nicest Couple?
Readers who relish psychological thrillers with intricate plots and suspenseful twists, akin to Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train, will be captivated by Mary Kubica's Just the Nicest Couple. Ideal for those who enjoy a blend of domestic drama and mystery.
184,016 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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320
Novel • Fiction
Chicago, Illinois • Contemporary
2023
Adult
18+ years
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