Not a Good Enough Mother: A completely addictive and gripping psychological thriller

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Have you ever looked at those mothers who seem to be perfect – with sweet little children, a full-time job, a beautiful home – and thought: am I not good enough? But even the most perfect mothers can be hiding deadly secrets behind closed doors…


Ava Green has a successful job, two gorgeous children and a husband who makes other women blush. But now I’m working in her immaculate home, I know not everything is so perfect…


I hear the hissed arguments late at night. Finn takes phone calls at strange times – and when I talk to the children, it’s clear that their daddy is keeping secrets.


Now I know what’s hiding in this house, I’m just glad Ava didn’t check my references too carefully. Because Ava thinks she chose me. But I chose her. Even before she hired me, I made sure I knew about all the little secrets in this family.


And by the time they figure out why I’m really here, it will be far too late.


A completely addictive psychological thriller that will have you gasping at the final twist. Fans of Shari Lapena, Lisa Jewell and The Perfect Marriage will be reading late into the night.


This book was previously published as The Assistant.


Read what everyone’s saying about Not a Good Enough Mother:


‘OMG, this was such an amazing book… So gripping it was hard for me to keep it down… The ending was literally mind-blowing.’ Goodreads reviewer


‘What a book! I was hooked… Extremely gripping… I literally couldn’t put this down.’ Jessica’s Book Biz, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘Caught my attention IMMEDIATELY and had me hooked until the very last page. I thought I knew where this book was going… man oh man was I surprised!...absolutely gripping… will have you glued to the pages… You will inhale this book and forget all your responsibilities… I couldn’t finish this book fast enough. Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘Wow! What a story! Absolutely loved everything about this book.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘Loved!!!!! It was such a roller coaster for me and left me speechless.’ Blue Moon Blogger, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘Wow!!! I was completely hooked from start to finish! Every chapter left me hanging… I just couldn't stop myself from reading more…I devoured the whole book in two sittings. Even though I'm exhausted today, it was totally worth it! My heart was racing the entire time... The ending was mind-blowing… Incredible twist! I honestly can't remember the last time a book left me so stunned.’ Goodreads reviewer


‘You won’t be able to put this down!... the end comes and slaps you across the face! Wow wow wow!!!!!!... Wish I could give more stars!.. Amazing book!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘Loved!... I flew through the chapters… Hard to put down… must read!’ Goodreads reviewer


‘I was absolutely blown away and did not see that twist coming… I devoured it in one sitting.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


‘WOWZA!... Totally grabbed me!... Absolutely loved.’ Goodreads reviewer


‘I read this in under 12 hours… OMG that ending!!’ Goodreads reviewer


‘Wow… I couldn't put it down and it kept me reading way into the night.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Have you ever looked at those mothers who seem to be perfect – with sweet little children, a full-time job, a beautiful home – and thought: am I not good enough? But even the most perfect mothers can be hiding deadly secrets behind closed doors… Ava Green has a successful job, two gorgeous child...

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4 reviews
Stacey Morgan
July 19, 2026
This wasn't a book that I really enjoyed of Nicole's. There were to many 'surely they would' and the fire dept can pin point where the fire started and how. I definitely won't be reading the follow up book
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Sumarni Natuna
February 12, 2026
An inspiring and easy-to-read book with a meaningful message. It motivates you to grow, think positively, and believe in yourself. A great read for personal development and reflection.
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