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The Hunting Wives

May Cobb
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The Hunting Wives

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

Book Brief

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May Cobb

The Hunting Wives

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

356

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Texas • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Hunting Wives by May Cobb follows Sophie O'Neill, who relocates to a small Texas town seeking peace. She becomes entangled with a secretive social circle led by the alluring Margot Banks, quickly descending into a dangerous world of obsession and betrayal.

Reviews & Readership

3.6

54,781 ratings

53%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

May Cobb's The Hunting Wives has garnered a mix of reviews. Praised for its engaging and fast-paced plot, the book offers a thrilling dive into suburban life and dark secrets. However, some critics found the characters lacking depth and the narrative veering towards implausibility. Despite its flaws, it is appreciated for its entertainment value.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Hunting Wives?

Fans of suspenseful thrillers with a focus on complex female relationships will enjoy The Hunting Wives by May Cobb. Ideal for readers who appreciate the dark intrigue of Big Little Lies and the gripping tension of The Girl on the Train. Expect twists, scandal, and morally ambiguous characters.

3.6

54,781 ratings

53%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

356

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Texas • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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