Julia Crouch Libri

È uno sbaglio, Rose lo sa. Ma non può rifiutare. Lei e Polly sono amiche da sempre. Le loro vite sono ormai divise, ma le loro anime sono indissolubilmente unite. Unite per sempre, da un segreto e un silenzio. La telefonata è giunta all'improvviso: Polly, un'ex cantante ribelle, è disperata, ha bisogno di ospitalità. Rose è l'unica in grado di aiutarla. Ma quando si presenta alla porta del cottage, è da subito evidente che Polly non è quello che sembra. Dimostra fin troppo interesse per i vestiti di Rose. Per la sua casa. Le sue figlie. Suo marito. Rose inizia a sospettare che lo scopo di Polly non sia solo quello di essere consolata. Strani incidenti si susseguono. Il gatto di casa scompare, la figlia piccola di Rose si salva per un soffio da un avvelenamento. Giorno dopo giorno l'inquietudine di Rose cresce, ma nessuno le crede, nemmeno Gareth, suo marito. Finché una cosa non appare chiara: una volta che Polly è entrata, sarà molto difficile farla andare via. Il castello di certezze di Rose e la sua stessa vita sono in pericolo, ma lei non ha nessuna intenzione di farsele strappare tanto facilmente. Anche a costo di far riemergere la parte più oscura di sé, la parte che da anni nasconde dietro la facciata di madre perfetta e moglie esemplare…

The story revolves around a protagonist who believes they have discovered true love, only to face a shocking twist when their partner is found dead. This unexpected turn plunges them into a mystery filled with emotional turmoil and the quest for answers. As they navigate grief and betrayal, the narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the search for truth, compelling the reader to unravel the complexities of relationships and the impact of sudden tragedy.

A gripping, heart-wrenching thriller for fans of Cara Hunter, Heidi Perks, Claire Douglas, Fiona Barton, Susan Lewis and Lesley Kara

Trust becomes a central theme as the narrative explores the complexities of family dynamics and relationships. Characters are faced with challenging decisions about loyalty and protection, leading to intense emotional conflicts. As secrets unravel, the story delves into the lengths one will go to safeguard loved ones, raising questions about trust and betrayal. The tension builds as the characters navigate their intertwined lives, ultimately revealing the true meaning of family and the bonds that hold them together amidst adversity.

A couple embarks on a journey intended to mend their faltering marriage, but as they navigate unexpected challenges and confront buried issues, their relationship unravels in unforeseen ways. The trip becomes a catalyst for revelations that threaten to shatter their bond completely, forcing them to face the reality of their love and the choices they've made. Tensions rise as secrets are unveiled, leading to a dramatic turning point that alters the course of their lives forever.

The narrative revolves around a family shrouded in mystery and conflicting truths regarding the death of the mother. The protagonist grapples with their father's assertion that their mother committed suicide, while their sister vehemently disputes this claim. As the story unfolds, themes of grief, trust, and the search for truth emerge, leading to an exploration of family dynamics and the impact of loss on personal identity. The tension between the siblings highlights differing perspectives on trauma and memory.

Sophie Hannah says Julia Crouch is 'brilliant' and Erin Kelly calls her 'one of the best writers in a strong field'. A woman has to stop her husband's lover from ruining her life in this stunning psychological thriller, HER HUSBAND'S LOVER, from the acclaimed Julia Crouch. She stole her husband. Now she wants to take her life. After the horrors of the past, Louisa Williams is desperate to make a clean start. Her husband Sam is dead. Her children, too, are gone, victims of the car accident in which he died. Sam said that she would never get away from him. That he would hound her until she died if she tried to leave. Louisa never thought that he would want to harm their children though. But then she never thought that he would betray her with a woman like Sophie. And now Sophie is determined to take all that Louisa has left. She wants to destroy her reputation and to take what she thinks is owed her - the life she would have had if Sam had lived. Her husband's lover wants to take her life. The only question is will Louisa let her?

How far would you go to protect your secrets? Greece, 1980. Emma takes part in a shattering, violent event. An event to which she is anything but an innocent bystander. She is only eighteen, but this marks her fall from innocence. It will haunt her for the rest of her life. London, now. Kate has the perfect existence: a glossy image, a glamorous home, a perfect family. But there are cracks. All is not what it seems. And now the two worlds are about to collide. Somebody's out for revenge. Someone who has been waiting thirty years...

An utterly gripping psychological drama for reading groups, in the vein of Sophie Hannah.