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My Lovely Wife

The gripping Richard & Judy thriller that will give you chills this winter

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My Lovely Wife

By: Samantha Downing
Narrated by: David Pittu
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Penguin presents the audiobook edition of My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing, read by David Pittu.

Introducing the next generation of domestic thriller...


Every marriage has secrets. Everyone has flaws. Your wife isn't perfect - you know that - but then again nor are you.

But now a serial killer is on the loose in your small town, preying on young women. Fear is driving your well-behaved young daughter off the rails, and you find yourself in bed late at night, looking at the woman who lies asleep beside you.

Because you thought you knew the worst about her. The truth is you know nothing at all.


PRAISE FOR MY LOVELY WIFE

"The twist at the end of the first chapter made me read through the night. Clever. Manipulative. Dark. Disturbing. What more can you ask for?"-Jane Corry, bestselling author of My Husband's Wife

"An assured and deliciously engrossing debut. You'll surely devour My Lovely Wife, but it will linger long after you've reached the last page." Sarah Pinborough, Sunday Times bestselling author of Behind Her Eyes

"You'll never look at your neighbors the same. I couldn't pull myself away from this story...Make sure you clear your schedule before you pick it up. Absolutely unputdownable." Liv Constantine, bestselling author of The Last Mrs. Parrish

"My Lovely Wife is a knockout. It's not just a novel about serial killers. It's family drama, about a marriage, about kids out of control, about infidelity, and about the news media; and it's also about the folks next door. It's an effortless page-turner." Publishers Weekly

"The twist at the end of the first chapter made me read through the night" Jane Corry

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Critic Reviews

We're calling it: My Lovely Wife is the most gripping psychological thriller of 2019... this book will keep you reading late into the night
One of my favourite thrillers of the year - I couldn't stop reading but didn't want it to end. Dark, chilling and compelling ... My Lovely Wife is a brilliant debut
Wow! My Lovely Wife is a stunner - full of twists, well-drawn characters, and riveting suspense
Dexter meets Gone Girl - I loved this this brilliantly dark and twisted novel. One of the best books I've read this year!
The twist at the end of the first chapter made me read through the night. Clever. Manipulative. Dark. Disturbing. What more can you ask for?
Brilliant - I was enthralled by the premise and it totally delivered. Five star entertainment!
Dark, shocking and very witty, this wickedly good read will make you run screaming from the suburbs
We're calling it now: Samantha Downing's creepy, sexy debut thriller is going to be the next Gone Girl.
So beautifully and elegantly written . . . the ending is amazing and there is a great twist. I loved it. (Sophie Hannah)
An assured and deliciously engrossing debut. You'll surely devour My Lovely Wife, but it will linger long after you've reached the last page
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This is a absolutely fantastic book! So interesting! Great narrator - I don’t know what some other reviewers are going on about. Wonderfully written! Highly recommend!

Oh I LOVED IT

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I loved the voice actor, I felt he did a great job. He is the main reason I am giving it a 5 star. However, I must admit, the story feels derivative of Gone Girl. This kind of story has been done before. It is not surprising that everyone keeps on comparing it to Gone Girl.

Great Performance by the Voice Actor

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Liked this book, was engaging enough. Narrator did a good job but I found the twist was a bit anti climatic as was the conclusion.

Pretty much Gone Girl

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The storyline was captivating but at times creepy. The narriation wasnt to best particularly millicent character which for me was a bit too silky. overall a good book and difficult to put down.

good read

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I loved this story. Twists & turns all the way.
Very entertaining, wanted to listen all in the one sitting.

Gripping to the end.

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