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The Question: A Simple Question Exposes A Cheating Wife
Baby, have you ever thought about having an affair?"
I guess that might seem like a very loaded question, and to an outsider, I can see why you'd think that, but I asked it in all innocence, just like all the other questions I've asked over the years.
"Why do you think clouds don't fall?"
"If Jesus were to return today, what would be his thoughts on modern Christianity?"
"Why demolish two perfectly functional office buildings to construct a new one downtown?"
But none of those questions ever prompted the same reaction from my wife. As soon as I saw it I knew she was guilty of something, I just didn't know what and I was determined to find out.
But is it ever truly possible to recover from a betrayal like that? Will I ever be able to look at my wife's naked body again without remembering what he did to her?
That is the question.
I guess that might seem like a very loaded question, and to an outsider, I can see why you'd think that, but I asked it in all innocence, just like all the other questions I've asked over the years.
"Why do you think clouds don't fall?"
"If Jesus were to return today, what would be his thoughts on modern Christianity?"
"Why demolish two perfectly functional office buildings to construct a new one downtown?"
But none of those questions ever prompted the same reaction from my wife. As soon as I saw it I knew she was guilty of something, I just didn't know what and I was determined to find out.
But is it ever truly possible to recover from a betrayal like that? Will I ever be able to look at my wife's naked body again without remembering what he did to her?
That is the question.
146 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 28, 2023
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August 2, 2024
The Question is a deeply insightful story about a discovered one afternoon stand and the ramifications on a long-term loving marriage.
Told from the perspectives of the betrayed husband, regretful wife and briefly from their therapist, the hurt and regret are explored and analyzed. Is there a road to recovery from such an event, or is there only everlasting pain and regret? What does the future hold whether the B is Burned, or the couple reconciles?
In reading this story, the outcome is unclear until very close to the end. Although the couple goes down the track of attempting to reconcile, reconciliation is far from assured.
Some of the author’s insights include:
“"I think we all secretly cherish being angry or hurt, feeling like someone owes us. So, perhaps we cling to our resentments a bit longer than necessary. …”
"”And Becky, patience will be key for you. Right now, Steve may not know how to open up to you or accept your attempts at reconciliation. …”
And
“This situation highlighted the complexity of healing and moving forward after a breach of trust in a relationship.”
There were some things I didn’t like about this book, but those were substantially based on what I would do differently from husband Steve. His idea of a “test” was pretty transparent and foolish. I’m also perhaps a little more open minded about the “sanctity” of marriage when marriages can last 60+ years - that’s a really long time. I’m also perhaps a little less hung-up on the “possessiveness” of marriage as portrayed in this story. There is a theme in this tale of “you’re mine” and any indiscretion is “stealing from me”/“stealing something that is mine”. The story doesn’t address the question of: “is yours yours” or “is yours mine”? Or does a onetime fling trump an otherwise deep, complex and fully integrated life partnership?
This isn’t an easy book filled with exciting adventures. It’s an insightful look at the potential impact of a brief infatuation and the risky struggle to put a relationship back together.
5 Insightful and Informative Stars. I’ll look at this author’s other books that appear to be more adventure based.
Told from the perspectives of the betrayed husband, regretful wife and briefly from their therapist, the hurt and regret are explored and analyzed. Is there a road to recovery from such an event, or is there only everlasting pain and regret? What does the future hold whether the B is Burned, or the couple reconciles?
In reading this story, the outcome is unclear until very close to the end. Although the couple goes down the track of attempting to reconcile, reconciliation is far from assured.
Some of the author’s insights include:
“"I think we all secretly cherish being angry or hurt, feeling like someone owes us. So, perhaps we cling to our resentments a bit longer than necessary. …”
"”And Becky, patience will be key for you. Right now, Steve may not know how to open up to you or accept your attempts at reconciliation. …”
And
“This situation highlighted the complexity of healing and moving forward after a breach of trust in a relationship.”
There were some things I didn’t like about this book, but those were substantially based on what I would do differently from husband Steve. His idea of a “test” was pretty transparent and foolish. I’m also perhaps a little more open minded about the “sanctity” of marriage when marriages can last 60+ years - that’s a really long time. I’m also perhaps a little less hung-up on the “possessiveness” of marriage as portrayed in this story. There is a theme in this tale of “you’re mine” and any indiscretion is “stealing from me”/“stealing something that is mine”. The story doesn’t address the question of: “is yours yours” or “is yours mine”? Or does a onetime fling trump an otherwise deep, complex and fully integrated life partnership?
This isn’t an easy book filled with exciting adventures. It’s an insightful look at the potential impact of a brief infatuation and the risky struggle to put a relationship back together.
5 Insightful and Informative Stars. I’ll look at this author’s other books that appear to be more adventure based.
January 31, 2024
At last a well written - non outlandish cuckold tale by a very capable author. So very real in its plot and outcome. Actions have consequences and the cheater did pay a price almost commensurate with her actions. Notwithstanding, the author's clever handling of the tragedy did reduce my need to see Becky "burned at the stake."
August 26, 2024
This is a story of infidelity and the effects it has on the mid-40s couple’s marriage.
It is told from multiple perspectives, mainly those of the husband and wife. Although it is interesting to view things from different angles, there was a lot of repetition.
This is a much more cerebral approach to the subject, so don’t expect lots of sex scenes.
It is told from multiple perspectives, mainly those of the husband and wife. Although it is interesting to view things from different angles, there was a lot of repetition.
This is a much more cerebral approach to the subject, so don’t expect lots of sex scenes.
December 22, 2024
What A Story
Not great on sex. So if that’s most important for you, then I’d suggest skipping this one. There are long periods without it, just dialogue and description.
I think the premise of this story is great. But I don’t think it’s yet a great story. It’s interesting to read about cheating wife, rather than husband. But to me his response was way over the top. But not having been in that situation, who am I to say.
It’s just that for me it was too much of the story. It went on too long. I’m glad to read that he sought professional help in working through his doubts. But when he found his wife unconscious in front of their front door, wouldn’t the appropriate response be to call 911 and see what happened to her. I mean what about a bleed in her brain. I’d sure want my wife to have an MRI/ CT or both, say nothing of X-rays of her ankle.
There must be another way to have him feel good about the 2 of them than to have him be her immediate caretaker after the fall.
Overall I liked the intent of this story, it just seemed to go on too long in the middle.
Not great on sex. So if that’s most important for you, then I’d suggest skipping this one. There are long periods without it, just dialogue and description.
I think the premise of this story is great. But I don’t think it’s yet a great story. It’s interesting to read about cheating wife, rather than husband. But to me his response was way over the top. But not having been in that situation, who am I to say.
It’s just that for me it was too much of the story. It went on too long. I’m glad to read that he sought professional help in working through his doubts. But when he found his wife unconscious in front of their front door, wouldn’t the appropriate response be to call 911 and see what happened to her. I mean what about a bleed in her brain. I’d sure want my wife to have an MRI/ CT or both, say nothing of X-rays of her ankle.
There must be another way to have him feel good about the 2 of them than to have him be her immediate caretaker after the fall.
Overall I liked the intent of this story, it just seemed to go on too long in the middle.
March 21, 2024
where to start
How can you put to words how wonderful something is, and truly express your feelings. This was the first book I have read from this author, I will be looking forward to others. The story put you in both characters lives and feelings.
I recommend reading this story, it’s that good
How can you put to words how wonderful something is, and truly express your feelings. This was the first book I have read from this author, I will be looking forward to others. The story put you in both characters lives and feelings.
I recommend reading this story, it’s that good
January 3, 2025
Rating 4.0 stars
This is the second book in a row that I have already been exposed to. Again, I think I saw a video of this one on YouTube/Reddit. There is a little bit of everything in this one. There are many descriptions of sex, but I wouldn't call this erotica. This story is told from multiple POV's, mainly the betrayed husband, the remorseful wife, and a very small inclusion of the therapist. This couple has been married from 25 years. They are a great couple. One the things that makes them so great together is their conversations. They can talk about anything. One day the husband the husband asks a random question. Have you ever thought about having an affair? He wasn't accusing, it was just one of the random topics they always talk about. Her response gave him pause though.
This was a very thought-provoking story about infidelity and the path to reconciliation from both perspectives.
This is the second book in a row that I have already been exposed to. Again, I think I saw a video of this one on YouTube/Reddit. There is a little bit of everything in this one. There are many descriptions of sex, but I wouldn't call this erotica. This story is told from multiple POV's, mainly the betrayed husband, the remorseful wife, and a very small inclusion of the therapist. This couple has been married from 25 years. They are a great couple. One the things that makes them so great together is their conversations. They can talk about anything. One day the husband the husband asks a random question. Have you ever thought about having an affair? He wasn't accusing, it was just one of the random topics they always talk about. Her response gave him pause though.
This was a very thought-provoking story about infidelity and the path to reconciliation from both perspectives.
August 15, 2024
This is a tough book to rate for general consumption. You're either into this type of relationship drama or you're not. Relationship dramas generally involve a cheating spouse and they either end in abandonment, tragedy, reconciliation, divorce or revenge.
Spoiler: As a warning, this story features a cheating wife, no malicious motive behind the affair, no intentional humiliation and it features an attempt at reconciliation.
This one was good, and I enjoyed it, but I wasn't convinced the ending was earned... but when you're dealing with the drama and the wording used to describe the cheating, it's tough to get to that ending in the space provided in this book.
I wish the husband was more dramatic in his reaction to the betrayal. I like stories to balance, so the cheating wife should have felt regret and pain equal to the pain and betrayal he suffered. (tough to describe without spoiling the story.)
Spoiler: As a warning, this story features a cheating wife, no malicious motive behind the affair, no intentional humiliation and it features an attempt at reconciliation.
This one was good, and I enjoyed it, but I wasn't convinced the ending was earned... but when you're dealing with the drama and the wording used to describe the cheating, it's tough to get to that ending in the space provided in this book.
I wish the husband was more dramatic in his reaction to the betrayal. I like stories to balance, so the cheating wife should have felt regret and pain equal to the pain and betrayal he suffered. (tough to describe without spoiling the story.)
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 21, 2024
A celebration of a simp
Perusing through the writers other offerings, I saw books that definitely showed she has issues about men/husbands with self respect & testicular fortitude. So in choosing this I thought maybe it could be worth reading. Alas it was a more subdued take on her philosophy.
When you boil it down to gravy, you have typical cliche fest of fallacies like "I really love him but I'll spread my legs quite easily" and the classic "I'll make it up to him by cooking and guilt sex". Steve the simp is also to blame, just the fact that he returned to the bed that she betrayed him on says plenty of his character. But the most telling of all was the "If the roles were reversed" scenario came up, and she hypocritically couldn't forgive what she was asking for...
Perusing through the writers other offerings, I saw books that definitely showed she has issues about men/husbands with self respect & testicular fortitude. So in choosing this I thought maybe it could be worth reading. Alas it was a more subdued take on her philosophy.
When you boil it down to gravy, you have typical cliche fest of fallacies like "I really love him but I'll spread my legs quite easily" and the classic "I'll make it up to him by cooking and guilt sex". Steve the simp is also to blame, just the fact that he returned to the bed that she betrayed him on says plenty of his character. But the most telling of all was the "If the roles were reversed" scenario came up, and she hypocritically couldn't forgive what she was asking for...
September 22, 2025
This is exactly what it proclaims to be. A Cheating wife, BTB tale.
A great marriage,
A loving couple, and a couple who communicate totally.
She succumbs to a one-off.
The damage to the relationship, Husbands ego, are examined in detail.
The consequences necessary to rebuild the marriage are covered.
this is an excellent story in this venue.
The heat is not it's most important element.
The best part for me, is the multiple Points of View.
You really get insight into what the characters are really thinking.
The biggest loss in this kind of event,... is Trust.
It takes a very long time to recover,... if ever.
A great marriage,
A loving couple, and a couple who communicate totally.
She succumbs to a one-off.
The damage to the relationship, Husbands ego, are examined in detail.
The consequences necessary to rebuild the marriage are covered.
this is an excellent story in this venue.
The heat is not it's most important element.
The best part for me, is the multiple Points of View.
You really get insight into what the characters are really thinking.
The biggest loss in this kind of event,... is Trust.
It takes a very long time to recover,... if ever.
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