The Wife and the Widow
The Wife and the Widow
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Belport Island • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Christian White's The Wife and the Widow, readers encounter a suspenseful mystery set on a fictional island. The story alternates between the perspectives of two individuals: a person discovering unsettling truths about their loved one, and another unraveling the hidden past of their partner. As their worlds converge, a gripping tale of secrets unfolds.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Unnerving
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Wife and the Widow by Christian White is praised for its clever plot twists and engaging narrative pace. The dual perspective structure provides depth, though some critics feel the character development could be stronger. Its atmospheric setting enhances the mystery, appealing to thriller fans despite occasional predictability.
Who Should Read The Wife and the Widow?
Fans of psychological thrillers like Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins will find The Wife and the Widow by Christian White captivating. Readers who appreciate intricate plot twists and dual narratives exploring hidden secrets will enjoy this gripping mystery set on an eerie, atmospheric island.
33,417 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Belport Island • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
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