Just the Nicest Couple

By: Mary Kubica

Narrated by: Brittany Pressley, Gary Tiedemann

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

“Grabs you on the first page and doesn’t let go until you reach the end.” —Laura Dave, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me

A husband’s disappearance links two couples in this twisty thriller from the New York Times bestselling author of Local Woman Missing, Mary Kubica

Jake Hayes is missing. This much is certain. At first, his wife, Nina, thinks he is blowing off steam at a friend’s house after their heated fight the night before. But then a day goes by. Two days. Five. And Jake is still nowhere to be found.

Lily Scott, Nina’s friend and coworker, thinks she may have been the last to see Jake before he went missing. After Lily confesses everything to her husband, Christian, the two decide that nobody can find out what happened leading up to Jake’s disappearance, especially not Nina. But Nina is out there looking for her husband, and she won’t stop until the truth is discovered.

"Rich with detail and a mounting, almost suffocating sense of dread, Just the Nicest Couple is a dark and twisted exploration of loyalty, family, and how far we’ll go to protect the ones we love." —Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author of We Were Never Here

Don't miss Mary Kubica's newest novel, She's Not Sorry, where an ICU nurse accidentally uncovers a patient's frightening past...

Look for these other edge-of-your-seat thrillers by New York Times bestselling author Mary Kubica:

• The Good Girl
• The Other Mrs.
• Local Woman Missing
• She's Not Sorry
• It's Not Her

Good story, but lacks development

Entertaining, suspenseful and original, but I found myself expecting flashbacks or something to build up to the tragic circumstances. Because everything takes place in a few days with just a few characters, I found myself getting a little bored and restless.

Presley does a fantastic job (I think she’s gotten better and better) however, I’m not sure Tiedemann is right for the male character, or maybe his voice is right for the role, but just not for me…. Too whispery and weak.

All in all, it’s worth a listen and a good story- just could have been better.

I read the whole thing but had so many questions at the end!!

No spoilers here! I’m a fan of twisty thrillers and mysteries but this one had me scratching my head at the end. Don’t get my wrong, I listed to the whole thing and couldn’t wait for the pieces to fall into place. Everything seemed to happen at the end of the book, making it a major slow burn. I’m still a little confused about some of the plot lines that never came together.
I loveeee the writer and did enjoy the voice performance but I wanted it to be a little more fast paced. I recommend it for those who love the writer, start with a different book if you are a newbie to Mary Kubica.

Kept me guessing throughout the story,

This was the best book I’ve read in a long time maybe ever! The narrators were excellent and the ending was great. Loved it.

Gripping to the last second

Page turner!! Always enjoy when Brittany Pressley narrates. Engaging story, perfect presentation. Would definitely recommend.

Compelling story and excellent narration

I really felt like I got to know each character and that I was truly present as they led me through their homes , relationships and lives. This is the kind of light, easy to read/listen modern, suburban, mystery that I always thoroughly enjoy! These expert narrators are always wonderful, and did not disappoint with this book! They were excellent. The story was, at times, somewhat predictable, but there were more than enough twists and turns to keep me on my toes and holding my breath repeatedly as well! Very enjoyable listen!!

Had Potential

I kept waiting for this to be a Mary Kubica masterpiece. But it never happened. It was predictable even with plot twists and the repetition in dialogue, which personally is a huge negative, only made the characters seem weaker. Hoping the next one will be great!

Narration was good with what they were given.

Figured it

Out just before last chapters. I had a feeling about wife not being as innocent as she seemed. Kind of sad and a bit far fetched.

Very mid, but not bad

My lord, Lilly and Christian are insufferable and the story was fairly predictable. Still, I enjoyed the ride.

An surprise ending

This book was full of surprises, it definitely surprises you. I never saw that coming.

Great book !

Wonderful book and made you want not stop listening to it. I finished it very quickly.