If you, like me, dislike romance novels or even romantic thrillers, I promise, THE WIFE BETWEEN US is neither. Although it does describe a love triangle, it doesn't exactly. It seems the ex-wife is stalking and terrorizing the girlfriend, but then it doesn't.

No one in this book is as they first seem. It will feel like you are constantly having to revise your understanding of people and events. As a matter of fact, halfway through the book you may want to stop and reread everything you have read so far.

And it won't seem that you are reading a romance novel, promise.

I won an ARC of this book from St. Martin's Press.

Don't marry Richard...you don't know what you are getting yourself into.

Vanessa was Richard's first wife and wanted to warn her replacement to not marry Richard. Vanessa also had some mental issues or maybe she didn’t and was made to think she did.

The entire book was a guess what or guess who and then it all became changed with a new guess what or guess who.

THE WIFE BETWEEN US switches back and forth in time with all the characters. The book gives hints about the main issue, the husband, and his possessiveness, but it is very subtle.

THE WIFE BETWEEN US was confusing but a good confusing because the authors wanted it that way….brilliant tactic!!

The ending had me saying HMMMMM, but the only way to experience the book is to make sure you read it yourself and form your own opinion. I don't think anyone can tell you what to think or surmise. 4/5

This book was given to me free of charge and without compensation by the publisher in return for an honest review.

Well written book, the subject was difficult to read, due to the mental and physical abuses. The way that the author presents the evolution of Nelly to become a strong woman that stand for her rights and others rights.

Loved this book! The change in character points of view had me hooked. It was suspenseful and full of surprises for every turn of the page.

Perfectly written. Gripped me from the start. Couldn’t put it down. Loved the writers storyteling style. Just when you think you have it figured out, a new twist appears! Best book I e read in a long time!!

Very interested in finding out how it ends and what’s happens to all the characters; it kept me engaged until the very end.

OMG!!! This book is fantastic!! Part One is a page turner, but as soon as you read the last page of that section and start Part Two you must give up life as you know It and dedicate it to this book!! The authors wrote it so well I was surprised, but thoroughly enjoyed the twists and turns. Every part was wrapped up so well, I wasn't left hanging. This is a must read book!!!

I did not figure out the end and the writing was good. It was so much like Gone Girl, Girl on the Train, Behind Closed Doors, The Girl Before...

When you read this book, you will make many assumptions.
You will assume you are reading about a jealous wife and her obsession with her replacement.
You will assume you are reading about a woman about to enter a new marriage with the man she loves.
You will assume the first wife was a disaster and that the husband was well rid of her.
You will assume you know the motives, the history, the anatomy of the relationships.
Assume nothing.

unlike some others , I really did not figure some of this out until about 1/2 way through. it is a very good read!

We gave this a B.

Some good discussion points, but the ending dragged.

Vanessa and Richard have a fairy tale marriage, until it all goes wrong. They are now divorced and Richard is about to marry a younger, prettier woman. Vanessa begins to stalk her replacement. Is she just a jealous ex-wife or is there more going on.
This is a very readable story, although at times a bit confusing. Loved the twists and turns.

The Wife Between Us, Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen, authors; Julia Whelan, narrator
Vanessa was married to Richard Thompson. Both of them came from dysfunctional backgrounds with many hidden secrets in their past. Vanessa’s mom had mental issues, and Richard’s parents were tragically killed in a car crash. His sister, Maureen, took care of him and never married.
To the world, Richard looked like the perfect man, the perfect husband. Was he too good to be true? He was courteous and caring. In business, he was successful. He was good looking. He provided Vanessa with a fairytale existence. She had luxurious homes, a dream world of travel experiences and a magnificent wardrobe with fabulous jewelry. She wanted for nothing. She did charity work and lived a life of leisure. The only thing missing was a child and she tried desperately to conceive one.
Richard was attentive and romantic, loving and devoted. He was compassionate and always ready to solve all of Vanessa’s problems. He wanted a perfect wife, and he was able to make Vanessa into his fantasy. She was beautiful, able to interact with his friends and business associates, and she was a perfect homemaker and entertainer of his guests. She was well dressed, well groomed, and well mannered. She seemed to really enjoy her life. They were both well liked.
Richard seemed to be able to anticipate all of Vanessa’s desires, in addition to anticipating everything she planned to do. How was he able to do that, she wondered? He paid such close attention to her needs. He was also eager, and happily able, to solve all of her problems. Was it out of a true concern for her, or was it out of a need to control her?
When Vanessa began to wonder if Richard was losing interest in her, what did she discover? Was her marriage indeed made in heaven or was it about to fall from grace? What happened when Vanessa didn’t please Richard? As secrets are revealed, what kinds of consequences result? With its twists and turns and surprises, the reader is constantly kept guessing. Who is the one losing touch with reality? Is Vanessa succumbing to the same mental illness of her mother? Is Richard being manipulative? Can he control his temper? Instead of a perfect life, does life becomes a perfect trap for Vanessa or for Richard?
It takes a bit of time to get into the book, but as it rolls outwith its twists and turns, it will keep the reader guessing until the end. The audio narrator did a good job interpreting the characters, but perhaps not as good a job identifying them with specific voices. As the story reveals itself into a diabolical, psychological thriller, it is often hard to tell who the hero or heroine will be. Who is in danger? There are secrets and lies, hidden histories and violence. Is anyone really who they seem to be? The ending is a real surprise in this thriller, so don’t peek.

This is such a good book about true life situations. Such a good read I recommend it all the time to family n friends to read it