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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

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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