Not all secrets are what they seem.When Bridget spots an elegantly dressed woman leaving her husband’s office late one night, she fears the worst. Her marriage is already strained but things are about to take an even more shocking turn when her family is suddenly torn apart by a horrific crime they all become entangled in. Her trust is shattered, her husband is on the run, and her son is hiding a … hiding a dark secret. Bridget’s life has become a dangerous lie and the clock is ticking as the police close in on the killer.Who can she trust, when all roads lead back to her husband and son?- A gripping thriller that will leave you doubting those you love most! –
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Had an ending that I never saw coming. Really good book!
Really enjoyed this domestic suspense about two families entangled in a murder. The story is told from a wife/mother’s perspective, who finds a dead woman in the trunk of her husband’s car. She becomes almost paralyzed about what to do, as her mind spins with possibilities, doubts and projections about how this tragedy will change their lives. If there is one disappointment, it’s that the ending was abrupt and a little too tidy considering the dismantling of the primary family. However, a great reading experience and I’m looking forward to the author’s next book!
On the whole I enjoyed this book. I stayed up till 3 AM reading. But for part of the book I was really irritated with Bridget for not talking to her husband and preventing all this pain. I guess I can’t imagine a relationship where spouses don’t talk but I know they exist. Bridget decides to take dinner to her husband who is working late and sees a beautiful woman coming out of his office. She immediately assumes he is having an affair. Instead of confronting him, she drives around aimlessly, returns home and puts the dinner in the refrigerator. When the woman’s body turns up, of course it was her husband that killed her. Then her kids get drawn into this. If this family ever talked and spent time together none of this would have happened. But then we wouldn’t have a book. Luckily their communication skills improve by the end of the book and the characters develop into real people. The development of this mystery was most satisfying and the style of writing was highly readable. Thanks to the author and BooFunnel for allowing me to read an advance copy of this book . I plan to read more of her work.
The whole story is based on the assumptions that people start to make regarding the death of a woman and everything gets really complicated. If they had started to talk – really talk , listening and understanding each other – things would be much simpler…. and such is real life as well. Sometimes problems grow way out of proportion just because we do not communicate appropriately with one another. The plot gets bigger and bigger as you read the book and has a lot of twists and turns. Enjoyable and easy reading.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for a honest review.
The Other Woman, my third read from author Norma Hinkens. Its cast of diverse personalities comes off as people, not just words in a book. I’m a character reader I get into who the characters are & why they do the things they do. I enjoyed the outstanding suspense story-line with its intricately woven twists and turns. Norma Hinkens is on my radar of great authors! I was given a Kindle copy of this book back in January and am just now getting around to voluntarily reading & reviewing it. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 – July 24, 2018).
This is a psychological mind blower! I couldn’t stop reading. The story is cleverly designed to take you on a roller coaster of an emotional ride. I was on the edge of my seat, got up and paced around and was chewing my nails, in general was a bundle of nerves because I became really invested with the characters. The reality of what really happens when things go totally haywire in families experiencing some of the most tragic events that can take place, are so real and frightening to think about. The news media can, and oftentimes is, ghoulish and very rude to families and friends of victims. When a murdered mother affects two families and makes a huge impact on how the families are treated in school, by the court in this instance, by neighbors, friends and the public, the story becomes so very realistic. It’s shameful to think about how badly some people are treated when going through some of the worst days of their lives. Just when I thought things had hit rock bottom, something worse would happen. I love how the story ended. I’m not going to say more because I don’t want to spoil the story before you get a chance to read it! You really need to get this book!
I received this book free as an advanced reader copy. This was my voluntary review
I received an ebook from the author and this is my voluntary review. I absolutely love Hinkens’ books. They are full of suspense that keep you vigilant and ready to see what happens on the next page. Her books are realistic but entertaining. I was awestruck with this story. I hope Ms. Hinkens has many, many more books to write because I am now an avid fan! Enjoy!
The author did an amazing job with this book. It is well written with a great story line and characters. Bridget Hartman believes her husband is having an affair and just as she comes to terms with the fact her fears may be justified, the worst happens. As she tries to get to the truth she stumbles upon more troubling information. This suspense thriller with its many turns and twists will have you on the edge of your seat. I was thoroughly entertained. It is definitely worth giving a read.
I’m usually able to figure out “who done it” long before the end of the book, but not with this one. The author kept me guessing all the way to the end. Although like some other reviewers, I found the character a bit annoying and naive, I liked the story enough to suspend my own prejudicial thoughts and just enjoy the story. I’ll be be reading others by this author.
Disclaimer: I received a free Audible code for this book from the publisher. This is my own voluntary and unbiased reviews.
N.L. Hinkens has written another page turner. Filled with twists and turns that keeps you reading to get to the end and find out what is really going on.
I have enjoyed seeing N. L. Hinkens growth as she has embarked on her journey writing psychological thrillers. Each book is better than the last. I am very much looking forward to the next book.
This had me hooked from the get go and I wish I hadn’t started it while at work as I had to keep putting it down for the first part of the book, in saying that my team mate next to me wanted an update after every break and when I got home I had to up date her on the book as I went along also as she didn’t want to wait until the next day at work to find out. There is so much doubt on who to trust as you really don’t know who is involved and the killer or killers I thought of kept changing all the time and when it all finally starts to unfold you are just like WOW!