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The Husband's Secret

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Liane Moriarty

The Husband's Secret

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

396

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sydney, Australia • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriarty, three women’s lives become entwined in a Sydney suburb as they navigate personal crises: Cecilia discovers a letter from her husband revealing a dark secret, Tess faces her husband’s confession of being in love with her cousin, and Rachel copes with the potential move of her family and the mystery surrounding her daughter's death years ago.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Emotional

Dark

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

830,570 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriarty has garnered a mix of praise and criticism. Readers commend its intricate plot and well-developed characters, highlighting the suspense and emotional depth. However, some found the multiple narratives and pacing challenging. Overall, it's well-regarded for its compelling exploration of moral dilemmas and human relationships.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Husband's Secret?

Readers who enjoyed the complexity and emotional depth of Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty, the gripping, intertwined narratives of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn, or the moral dilemmas presented in The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins, will likely be captivated by The Husband's Secret.

4.1

830,570 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Character List

Rachel

Rachel is an older woman in the community, deeply affected by her daughter's murder years ago. She is known for her traditional views and strained relationships within her family but seeks healing and new beginnings as the story progresses.

Cecilia is a highly successful Tupperware consultant and a meticulous mother of three, whose life appears picture-perfect to those around her. Her journey involves dealing with a complex moral dilemma that impacts her family's dynamics.

Tess is a mother and wife grappling with her husband's emotional affair. She reflects critically on her own life and the assumptions she has made about those around her, leading to personal growth.

John-Paul is perceived as a model father and husband, yet he struggles with a deep sense of personal guilt that affects his actions and relationships.

Connor is a character entangled in the web of relationships and uncertainties surrounding the murder of Janie Crowley, reflecting the burden of unearned guilt.

Will is a father and husband whose emotional affair creates complexities for those around him. His mid-life crisis takes him on a path of self-reflection.

Felicity is Tess's closest friend, whose significant weight loss challenges others' perceptions of her identity and capabilities. Her transformation prompts a reassessment of past judgments.

Book Details
Pages

396

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sydney, Australia • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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