Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2018. Why or why not? As my friend aPril says, if you liked Gone Girl, you will probably like The Wife. Used book in poor condition - listed as new, Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2022. The issue of sexual harassment and assault gets a new spin in Alafair Burkes gripping new novel, The Wife., For your group if: You like your #MeToo meme as a fast-paced narrative., The latest novel from lawyer-turned-best-selling novelist Burke is as freshly topical as a #MeToo hashtag, but it unfolds with the slow-burn thrill of pure fiction. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. in which a woman must make the impossible choice between defending her husband and saving herself. THE WIFE. But when Kerry disappears, Angela is forced to take a closer look at the man she married. Gardner (Fear Nothing, 2014, etc.) THE BETTER SISTER has been praised as twisty (BookBub), mesmerizing (Publishers Weekly), fast-moving (Library Journal), and a non-stop thriller fest (Suspense Magazine). The two merge so well that it is hard to categorize the novel. It is well written and I mean no offence to the author at all, just found it hard to read not hard to put down! Follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram if you're prepared for a healthy dose of dog photos along with your book news. She poses a seemingly impossible, if undeniably compelling, challenge: a woman must either save her life or defend her husband, but not both. , A timely, riveting, and deeply resonant psychological suspense novel. , Twisty and schemey. Burke knows what shes doing. , Written by a former prosecutor with a genius for plot, this thrill ride of a novel takes a hard look at loyalty and the violence a secret can causeespecially when that secret involves a revered public figure accused of rape. . Angelas mother helped her hide the body, and then she, Angela, and Spencer changed their names and disappeared. For Angela, the marriage turned out to be a chance to reboot her life. Whoa! To her surprise, Jason, a brilliant economics professor at NYU, had other plans, and they married the following summer. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Perhaps a novel way to reveal the killer but I would have preferred to see someone figure out what happened. : This police procedural / thriller surprised me over and over again. QOTD: We all have mile-long TBRs, but what is a book you feel guilty you havent gotten to yet? For Angela, the marriage turned out to be a chance to reboot her life. Her 2016 novel, THE EX, was nominated for an Edgar Award for Best Novel. Would return but need to read for book club. Kathy Reichs My theories and sympathies constantly changed. Some of these items ship sooner than the others. "The latest novel from lawyer-turned-best-selling novelist Burke is as freshly topical as a #MeToo hashtag, but it unfolds with the slow-burn thrill of pure fiction. Book spoilers aheadif you havent yet read. A former prosecutor, she now teaches criminal law and lives in Manhattan and East Hampton. A graduate of Stanford Law School and a former Deputy District Attorney in Portland . SPOILERS for Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six by Lisa Unger, SPOILERS for The Housemaid by Frieda McFadden, SPOILERS for All the Dangerous Things by Stacy Willingham, SPOILERS for Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson. Angela is a woman with a terrible secret in her past. Please try again. Lisa Gardner. PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER, by We dont share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we dont sell your information to others. The Wife: A Novel of Psychological Suspense, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon, Harper Large Print; Large type / Large print edition (January 23, 2018). "Following a six-week battle with a previously-undiagnosed brain tumor, Liza transitioned into the next realm peacefully while being cared for by friends and family," Liza Burke's obituary read. almost serene paceuntil the end, . She does not hesitate to keep ongoing no matter what obstacles are placed to keep her off the main track. As my friend aPril says, if you liked Gone Girl, you will probably like The Wife. , ISBN-13 Lisa Gardner The plot was well-thought out, and had an extremely satisfying ending. This has all the makings of a standout novel. , This might be the most gripping, insightful work from the best-selling author Alafair Burke yet. Alafair Burke is the New York Times, Edgar-nominated author of fourteen crime novels, including The Ex, The Wife, The Better Sister, and the forthcoming Find Me. As regards the ending of the story. Sold by Indigo Trove and ships from Amazon Fulfillment. Thank you! Now, in addition to his university job, he has a mega-successful consulting firm and a top-rated podcast. This much-anticipated follow-up to Burkes Edgar-nominated. So I was delighted to find this gem! Alafair Burke is aNew York Timesbestselling author whose most recent novels includeThe WifeandThe Ex, which was nominated for the Edgar Award for best novel. To her surprise, Jason, a brilliant economics professor at NYU, had other "Now she was going to find out how much Jason knew about his wife. I just received an ARC of Find Me, Alafair Burkes latest book, but Ive had this one on my shelf forever so I wanted to read it first. In her latest book, The Wife, she uses that talent to tell the story of Angela and her husband Jason, who is accused of sexual harassment by two women. Before he died, it seems, Felix Vodyanov was linked to a passenger ferry that sank in 1994, an even earlier U.S. government project to research biological agents that could control human behavior, the hinky spiritual retreat Sparkling Waters, the dark web site DeepUnder, and the disappearances of at least four schoolchildren, two of whom have also turned up dead. With a bad breakup behind her, [], The Plot (from Goodreads): Make him want you.Make him love you.Make him dead. Six years later, thanks to a bestselling book and a growing media career, Jason has become a cultural lightning rod, placing Angela near the spotlight she worked so carefully to avoid. Alafair Burke is the New York Times best-selling crime writer that other best-selling crime writers croon over. Buy The Wife Main by Burke, Alafair (ISBN: 9780571328192) from Amazon's Book Store. Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web. The killer directly tells the reader how the murder happened and also reveals facts about previous events which had been kept from the reader. Includes initial monthly payment and selected options. , Item Weight She is also the co-author of several novels with Mary Higgins Clark. A former prosecutor, she now teaches criminal law and lives in Manhattan and East Hampton. Spine may show signs of wear. Got really excited about this book, however it just didnt do it for me. it just lacked something. THE WIFE was selected as a best-of-the-month pick by Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Entertainment Weekly, O (Oprah Magazine), and others. DETECTIVES & PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS | THE WIFE was selected as a best-of-the-month pick by Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Entertainment Weekly, O (Oprah Magazine), and others. The detective, Corinne Duncan, figured it out and started looking for her. Such a timely story, it almost felt Law and Order-ish, as in "ripped from the headlines!" It's a well-written page turner until the last couple of chapters. Trouble signing in? The author is sort of telling two stories simultaneously, with the allegations against Jason as the main plot and Angelas past as a little sub-plot. Working as a caterer, and living Read full review, Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. 12. , Harper Paperbacks; Reprint edition (November 6, 2018), Language by SUSPENSE | Wyatt Foster front and center in this overly complicated thriller, while corporate security expertand Fosters new girlfriendTessa Leoni, from the 2011Love You More, plays a distant second fiddle. Burke always comes through with twisty plots and strong female characters, but shes at the top of her game here. Lisa Scottoline, author of Exposed, A wonderfully taut psychological thriller . Storytelling at its best. Michael Connelly, Burke is earning a reputation as one of the most nuanced, compelling authors working today. Crime Reads, With plot twists and turns to the very end, this is a tantalizing follow-up to The Ex that will keep pages turning. Booklist, Alafair Burke always delivers. : , which was nominated for the Edgar Award for best novel. The Wife: A Novel of Psychological Suspense. She also co-authors the bestselling Under Suspicion series with Mary Higgins Clark. What sort of relationship did Angela have with her mother? What did you like or not like about him or her? How did you find the pace of the book? Noun: A painter who uses light and shade rather than colour to create the illusion of volume. THE WIFE was selected as a best-of-the-month pick by Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Entertainment Weekly, O (Oprah Magazine), and others. Summary of The Wife by Alafair Burke: Conversation Starters, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It Book Club Discussion Questions, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It By Elle Cosimano, Dava Shastris Last Day Book Club Discussion Questions, Dava Shastris Last Day By Kirthana Ramisetti, Yellow Wife Book Club Discussion Questions, A Woman Is No Man Book Club Discussion Questions, The Extraordinary Life Of Sam Hell Book Club Discussion Questions, The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo Book Club Discussion Questions. A subtly sneaky, emotionally complex, and utterly addictive novel of psychological suspense, delivers on all fronts. Highly recommended." . This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Angela Powell, the unreliable narrator of this plot-propelled roller-coaster of a domestic thriller from Edgar-finalist Burke (The Ex), is the wife of a respected NYU economics professor and rising media star and the mother of a 13-year-old. What is Angelas relationship like with her son Spencer? To comply with FTC guidelines, I receive no compensation for the reviews or promotional content posted. A week after the night she chases but fails to catch a mysterious trespasser outside her town house, some unknown party texts Tempe four images of a corpse that looks as if its been chewed by wild hogs, because it has been. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 14, 2022. The Plot (from Goodreads): Busy flower shop manager Evita Machado cant wait to get to Nantucket. There was a problem loading your book clubs. What a shocking ending! The Wife by Alafair BurkePublished January 23rd 2018 by HarperDate read: October 7, 2021. SUSPENSE | This much-anticipated follow-up to Burkes Edgar-nominated The Ex asks how far a wife will go to protect the man she loves: Will she stand by his side, even if he drags her down with him? Angelas unusual and horrible secret will not completely unfold until the very end of this page-turner. Burke always comes through with twisty plots and strong female characters, but shes at the top of her game here. , A wonderfully taut psychological thriller . Storytelling at its best. , Burke is earning a reputation as one of the most nuanced, compelling authors working today. , With plot twists and turns to the very end, this is a tantalizing follow-up to The Ex that will keep pages turning. , is a timely, gracefully written exploration of family, crime, and the current media-soaked, celebrity-obsessed, smartphone-crazed moment. Which theme resonated with you? Faber & Faber, Limited, 2018 - 352 pages. Alafair Burke is the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of twenty novels. When a college intern makes an accusation against Jason, and another woman, Kerry Lynch, comes forward with an even more troubling allegation, their life begins to unravel. Something went wrong. How did that book end? The latest novel from lawyer-turned-best-selling novelist Burke is as freshly topical as a #MeToo hashtag, but it unfolds with the slow-burn thrill of pure fiction. This might be the most gripping, insightful work from the best-selling author Alafair Burke yet. 8. Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt, Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Its free and takes less than 10 seconds! Please do not copy or reproduce without explicit permission. puts her experience as prosecutor to good use in her 13th novel, with detailed police work and legal machinations playing key roles. As others have pointed out there is unfinished business. RELEASE DATE: March 17, 2020. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Hope knew some of the things he wrote weren't true. asks how far a wife will go to protect the man she loves. Hidden fields. Twelve Years Gone: A Detective Emily Tizzano Vigilante Justice Thriller, UNLEASHING THE TIGER: Book 1 of the Camilla Lee series (The Naked Assassin Series). A stunning domestic thriller in the vein of Behind Closed Doors and The Woman in Cabin 10in which a woman must make the impossible choice between defending her husband and saving herself. A former prosecutor, she now teaches criminal law and lives in Manhattan and East Hampton. SUSPENSE | Im not much on romance novels, yet I was hooked on this surreal suspenseful recounting of a love decent poolside read but not much of substance, Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2023. The List Price is the suggested retail price of a new product as provided by a manufacturer, supplier, or seller. Nicoles history unspools in calculated sound bites, with each episode ending in an artificial cliffhanger. Dont lie to your readers No spoilers. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 5, 2019. Retrieve credentials. THE WIFE by ALAFAIR BURKE was an extremely fun, enjoyable, twisty, and surprising psychological domestic thriller that started out a little bit slow for me, but once I grasped the focus of this story, I was totally intrigued and immersed in this tale. She lives in New York City and East Hampton with her husband and two beloved dogs. As Angela deals with the fall out of Jason's accusations she worries about her past problems that involved her and her son. SUSPENSE | From the . It kept me gripped from beginning to its highly unexpected ending. Jason insists he is innocent, and Angela believes him. For me its The Last Summer at the Golden HotelI was gifted a copy by the author that I cant wait to read, but ARCs and book tours keep getting in the way! Please try again. Why or why not? . SUSPENSE | Learn more about Alafair at www.alafairburke.com. 5. A genuine shocker, sneaky and smart.". The Wife contains no shortage of plot twists; even seasoned suspense fans will find themselves caught off guard by Burkes zigs and zags. , Burkes female characters are always very involving, with big, strong voices. , [A] page-turner. Classic domestic-thriller elementsthe too-perfect couple, the unreliable narrator, the troubled pastare given a good workout in this satisfying round of Whos the Psycho? , [A] roller-coaster of a domestic thriller. , [Burke] brings authenticity to the legal intricacies of the plot. Highly recommended. William Landay, author of Defending Jacob, A spellbinding novel that will keep her audience up into the wee hours of the night. puts Sgt. , ISBN-10 As a former prosecutor, the author provides excellent background details into the workings of the District Attorney's office in this story. with some really intriguing twists right there at the end. When a college intern makes an accusation against Jason, and another woman, Kerry Lynch, comes forward with an even more troubling allegation, their life begins to unravel. Copyright 2020 by Bookends. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Burke always comes through with twisty plots and strong female characters, but shes at the top of her game here. Lisa Scottoline, author of Exposed, A wonderfully taut psychological thriller . Storytelling at its best. Michael Connelly, Burke is earning a reputation as one of the most nuanced, compelling authors working today. Crime Reads, With plot twists and turns to the very end, this is a tantalizing follow-up to The Ex that will keep pages turning. Booklist, Alafair Burke always delivers. Smart, suspenseful, and absolutely riveting. , [Burke is] one of the more subtle suspense writers around. THE BETTER SISTER. Very . The ending wasn't what I was expecting, and you know I love to be stumped! Jason insists he is innocent, and Angela believes him. As the story explodes in the media and on the internet, Angelas reaction is a bit different than one might expect: How long could Jasons 'scandal' make the rounds before someone started to wonder why his wife kept such a low profile? Why, indeed. As an affiliate for Amazon, I may receive a small monetary commission for purchases made through certain links on this website. All were either trying to be too clear and pack too many plotlines in, had one dimensional, unbelievable characters or were boringly formulaic. asks how far a wife will go to protect the man she loves. To solve this, I started jotting down synopses to jog my memory. : A parent's worst nightmare! Jason Powell is hot in every way. The structure is of two parts: the A story is told in first-person by Angela, wife of Jason, a liberal economist and Alafair Burkes latest, The Wife, is another standalone, this one plumbing the depths of the #metoo movement, which rocked us all in 2017-18. Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2022. In addition to the standalone novels that have earned her a reputation as a genius for plot (Oprah Magazine) and a virtuoso of domestic suspense (Minneapolis Star Tribune), she authors two power house series (Sun-Sentinel) featuring NYPD Detective Ellie Hatcher and Portland Deputy District Attorney Samantha Kincaid. Will you read another book by Alafair Burke? Burke always comes through with twisty plots and strong female characters, but shes at the top of her game here. , A wonderfully taut psychological thriller . Storytelling at its best. , Burke is earning a reputation as one of the most nuanced, compelling authors working today. , With plot twists and turns to the very end, this is a tantalizing follow-up to The Ex that will keep pages turning. , is a timely, gracefully written exploration of family, crime, and the current media-soaked, celebrity-obsessed, smartphone-crazed moment. Alafair Burke is the New York Times, Edgar-nominated author of fourteen crime novels, including The Ex, The Wife, The Better Sister, and the forthcoming Find Me. The Wife by Alafair Burke Published January 23rd 2018 by Harper Date read: October 7, 2021. . This item can be returned in its original condition for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt. Categories: And when she is asked to defend Jason in court, she realizes that her loyalty to her husband could unearth old secrets. The issue of sexual harassment and assault gets a new spin in Alafair Burkes gripping new novel, The Wife. Associated Press, Startlingly timely. Sensational and sly. Laura Lippman, O, the Oprah Magazine, For your group if: You like your #MeToo meme as a fast-paced narrative. Washington Post, Best New Thrillers, An intriguing, twisty psychological thriller, The Wife had me tearing through the pages, never sure which characters to trust. "This might be the most gripping, insightful work from the best-selling author Alafair Burke yet. A second line of narration follows Detective Corinne Duncan as she investigates the complaint, which blows up a few days later when a second woman comes forward with a much more serious accusation. Highly recommended." Her most recent novel, FIND ME, has been called a "skillfully constructed, delightfully twisty thriller" (Booklist) and "a twisting, surprising, and satisfying new thrill ride" (Ms. Magazine). They're just normal peoplewith secrets. Sissy has aninteresting family. She is also the co-author of several novels with Mary Higgins Clark. This much-anticipated follow-up to Burkes Edgar-nominated The Ex asks how far a wife will go to protect the man she loves. PRAISE FOR THE WIFE. Angela had killed Kerry. last domestic thriller on the bestseller list are going to be happy with this one, a gimmick-free . In addition to the standalone novels that have earned her a . The introduction of Detective Corinne Duncan is excellent. POLICE PROCEDURALS | Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 3, 2019. Such a timely story, it almost felt Law and Order-ish, as in "ripped from the headlines! Author is a good writer and knows how to present a story in a manner that keeps you engaged. How did your opinion of her change over the course of the book? Bestselling author of The Ex and The Better Sister*The Girl She Was, available to pre-order now*'Highly addictive' KARIN SLAUGHTER 'A major talent' HARLAN COBENHow well did she ever know her husband?When Angela meets Jason Powell, a brilliant university professor, she assumes their romance to be a fling. She might have learned this technique from her famous father, James Lee Burke, or it might just be a natural talent. When a corporate lawyer who divorced his first wife and married her more successful sister is found dead in his home in the Hamptons, his teenage son goes on trial for murder. And shes skilled at keeping the surprises accelerating, right to the last line. , Alafair Burke has been one of our finest suspense novelists for some time now, but in, she takes new risks, and the result is her best novel yet. , Alafair Burke executes a plot twist at the end of, that left this reviewer gasping in awe. , bestselling author whose most recent novels include. Except for books, Amazon will display a List Price if the product was purchased by customers on Amazon or offered by other retailers at or above the List Price in at least the past 90 days. Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2018, decent poolside read but not much of substance, Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2023. Share. QOTD: We all have mile-long TBRs, but what is a book you feel guilty you haven't gotten to yet? Alafair Burke uses amnesia to explore friendship and obsession in "Find Me." In Heather Gudenkauf's "The Overnight Guest," two plots converge around a writer in an isolated Iowa farmhouse. This might be the most gripping, insightful work from the best-selling author Alafair Burke yet. The Ex by Alafair Burke follows a woman who agrees to help an old boyfriend who has been framed for murderbut she begins to suspect that she is the one being manipulated. Was there anything in the book that surprised you? : Dont lie to your readers No spoilers. As my friend aPril says, if you liked Gone Girl, you will probably like The Wife. The Wife: Author: Alafair Burke: Publisher: Faber & Faber, 2018: ISBN: 0571328202, 9780571328208: Length: 320 pages: Subjects: Fiction Crime. I really enjoyed this story, full of drama and suspense ,I reall didnt expect the outcome it was really surprising! Foster and his team launch a massive search until Nicoles husband, Thomas, arrives at the hospital and tells the police that there is no child: Nicole suffered a traumatic brain injury (actually several), causing her to conjure an imaginary daughter. A former prosecutor, she now teaches criminal law and lives in Manhattan and East Hampton. "With plot twists and turns to the very end, this is a tantalizing follow-up to The Ex that will keep pages turning." Booklist "Alafair Burke always delivers. Alafair Burke how to make thca diamonds in a mason jar,

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