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Recipe for a Perfect Wife

Karma Brown
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Recipe for a Perfect Wife

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Karma Brown

Recipe for a Perfect Wife

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York • 1950s, 2010s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Recipe for a Perfect Wife by Karma Brown is an enthralling tale that intertwines the lives of two women from different eras. The novel explores their struggles, secrets, and resilience, delving into themes of marital expectations, independence, and personal transformation. Through alternating narratives, the characters find unexpected connections across time.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

25,463 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Recipe for a Perfect Wife by Karma Brown intertwines the lives of two women separated by decades, exploring themes of marriage and societal expectations. Readers appreciated its rich character development and compelling dual narratives. However, some found the pacing slow and the plot somewhat predictable. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read with a nostalgic touch.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Recipe for a Perfect Wife?

Readers who relish dual timelines, domestic suspense, and exploration of women's roles will enjoy Recipe for a Perfect Wife by Karma Brown. Fans of The Wife Between Us or The Hours will appreciate its blend of historical and contemporary narratives, with secrets that challenge societal norms and marriage dynamics.

3.9

25,463 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York • 1950s, 2010s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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