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My Husband's Wife
The New York Times bestselling Queen of Twists is back with a psychological masterpiece that will leave you questioning everything you know about love, identity, and revenge.
Eden Fox, an artist on the brink of her big break, sets off for a run before her first exhibition. When she returns to the home she recently moved into, Spyglass, an enchanting old house in Hope Falls, nothing is as it should be. Her key doesn’t fit. A woman, eerily similar to her, answers the door. And her husband insists that the stranger is his wife.
One house. One husband. Two women. Someone is lying.
Six months earlier, a reclusive Londoner called Birdy, reeling from a life-changing diagnosis, inherits Spyglass. This unexpected gift from a long-lost grandmother brings her to the pretty seaside village of Hope Falls. But then Birdy stumbles upon a shadowy London clinic that claims to be able to predict a person's date of death, including her own. Secrets start to unravel, and as the line between truth and lies blurs, Birdy feels compelled to right some old wrongs.
My Husband’s Wife is a tangled web of deception, obsession, and mystery that will keep you guessing until the last page. Prepare yourself for the ultimate mind-bending marriage thriller and step inside Spyglass – if you dare – to experience a story where nothing is as it seems.
Eden Fox, an artist on the brink of her big break, sets off for a run before her first exhibition. When she returns to the home she recently moved into, Spyglass, an enchanting old house in Hope Falls, nothing is as it should be. Her key doesn’t fit. A woman, eerily similar to her, answers the door. And her husband insists that the stranger is his wife.
One house. One husband. Two women. Someone is lying.
Six months earlier, a reclusive Londoner called Birdy, reeling from a life-changing diagnosis, inherits Spyglass. This unexpected gift from a long-lost grandmother brings her to the pretty seaside village of Hope Falls. But then Birdy stumbles upon a shadowy London clinic that claims to be able to predict a person's date of death, including her own. Secrets start to unravel, and as the line between truth and lies blurs, Birdy feels compelled to right some old wrongs.
My Husband’s Wife is a tangled web of deception, obsession, and mystery that will keep you guessing until the last page. Prepare yourself for the ultimate mind-bending marriage thriller and step inside Spyglass – if you dare – to experience a story where nothing is as it seems.
320 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication January 20, 2026
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About the author
Alice Feeney
18 books35.9k followersAlice Feeney is the New York Times and Sunday Times multi-million-copy bestselling author of novels including HIS & HERS, SOMETIMES I LIE, ROCK PAPER SCISSORS, DAISY DARKER, BEAUTIFUL UGLY and MY HUSBAND'S WIFE.
Her books have been translated into forty languages, and have been optioned for major screen adaptations. HIS & HERS was an instant Global #1 Netflix show in 2026, starring Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal.
Alice was a BBC journalist for fifteen years before becoming an author. MY HUSBAND'S WIFE is her eighth novel.
You can follow Alice on Instagram or Facebook. To be the first to know about her tours, TV shows, and books, visit her website: alicefeeney dot com.
Her books have been translated into forty languages, and have been optioned for major screen adaptations. HIS & HERS was an instant Global #1 Netflix show in 2026, starring Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal.
Alice was a BBC journalist for fifteen years before becoming an author. MY HUSBAND'S WIFE is her eighth novel.
You can follow Alice on Instagram or Facebook. To be the first to know about her tours, TV shows, and books, visit her website: alicefeeney dot com.
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November 21, 2025
Phenomenal. My brain feels like it’s twisted into a million knots this was SO GOOD. Absolutely my new favorite Alice Feeney book!
January 15, 2026
4.75/5 stars
Let me start by saying this: I’ve always loved Feeney’s books. She’s literally one of the authors who sits comfortably on my priority list, no matter what. But this book? Oh my gosh. It absolutely blew my mind in the best, most chaotic way possible. I’ve been craving a book that would shake me to my core, something that would completely take over my brain… and this was it.
I’m going to be honest as much as I adore Feeney, her recent books hadn’t been hitting that same sweet spot for me. I kept waiting and waiting for something that would snap me back into that old excitement, and low-key, I was scared this one would miss too. But it didn’t. Not even close. I loved every single second of it. I devoured it so fast because there was just no way I could stop. The grip this book had on me should honestly be studied.
You know those stories that just grab you by the throat, drag you into the plot, and refuse to let you breathe until the very end? Yeah… that’s exactly what this felt like. I may or may not have neglected a few responsibilities just so I could keep reading but can you blame me? It was that good.
Not gonna lie, Feeney truly redeemed herself with this one.
➳ About the book :-
This book kicks off with a woman returning from her run, ready to walk into her house like any normal day… except her own front door suddenly refuses to open. She tries the lock again and again, convinced she’s just tired or slipping but nope. And then the real chaos begins: her husband, the man she’s been married to for years, doesn't recognise her. Like, genuinely looks at her as if she’s a complete stranger.
From that moment on, she’s thrown into this spiraling confusion, trying her best to make sense of what’s happening. She talks to people, reaches out for help, tries every possible angle but instead of clarity, she gets hit with something even wilder. There’s another woman out there who looks exactly like her. Same face, same everything… and she’s pretending to be her. Because of that, everyone around the actual FMC thinks she’s lying, unstable, delusional basically losing it.
The tension only builds when she goes to see her own daughter, hoping at least she will recognise her… and even her daughter looks at her like she’s a stranger. That moment alone had me clutching my chest. And from there? It just keeps escalating, layer after layer, until an even more unexpected twist hits and throws everything into chaos all over again.
Honestly, this book kept serving me plot twists like it was on a mission. I read thrillers like candy, and I genuinely could not predict a single thing. Not one. Every time I thought I had cracked the mystery, the book was like, “lol nice try.” And that final twist? I swear, I did not see it coming. I considered every possible scenario… but this one? Hell no. It shook me straight to my core.
➳ About the characters :-
Not going to lie, nobody does the unreliable narrator trope better than Feeney and this book proved it again. I swear, I couldn’t trust a single character. Not the actual FMC, Eden, definitely not her husband Harrison (the way he acted?? suspicious), and absolutely not Birdy. I mean, be honest… who’s putting their faith in someone name Birdy? And Gabriella, the daughter? Yeah, even she had me side-eyeing every line she said, not that she said much.
Every single character kept dropping suspicious hints, acting weird, or saying something that made me question everything I thought I knew. I was genuinely playing detective at this point, trying to figure out who the real villain was. And the funniest part? The person who actually turned out to be the antagonist was nowhere on my radar. Not even close. I know I’ve said this like a hundred times now, but truly I did not see that twist coming. At all.
The characters were also mildly infuriating at times because they kept drifting away from the actual point, and I wanted to shake them like, “HELLO?? focus??” That little frustration is literally the only reason I’m not giving this book a full five stars. That… and the fact that I’m a tiny bit of a hater anyway.
➳ Final Thoughts :-
Not to be biased or anything, but this was the book that fully restored my faith in Feeney. Like… she really said “let me remind you who I am” and delivered. And the fact that I got the ARC? I’m still not over it. I was already planning to buy the book the second it hit shelves, so getting approved for the ARC of my most anticipated read felt absolutely unreal. Peak reader moment fr.
This thriller is a whole whirlwind plot twists, suspense, chaos, drama, the works. Exactly what I needed, especially after my last thriller left me feeling so meh. Maybe I’m just picky or maybe that book wasn’t meant for me, but this one? It hit the perfect spot and showed up in my life at the exact right time.
°˖➴ "Overall, if you’re an Alice Feeney girly, you need to pick this one up. It’s packed with thrill, tension, and the kind of chaotic plot twists that make you sit up straight like, “HELLO???” Honestly, what more do you even want? Suspense? Check. Drama? Check. Unhinged characters? Double check.
So yeah, do yourself a favour, honey go read this. You won’t regret it. " 💋
— Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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୨ৎ pre-read:
⤿ started - 18 November 2025
just got the ARC of my most anticipated read for next year, and I’m beyond excited to dive in! 😚
— Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
"Home always isn't where heart is sometimes it's where hurt is"
Let me start by saying this: I’ve always loved Feeney’s books. She’s literally one of the authors who sits comfortably on my priority list, no matter what. But this book? Oh my gosh. It absolutely blew my mind in the best, most chaotic way possible. I’ve been craving a book that would shake me to my core, something that would completely take over my brain… and this was it.
I’m going to be honest as much as I adore Feeney, her recent books hadn’t been hitting that same sweet spot for me. I kept waiting and waiting for something that would snap me back into that old excitement, and low-key, I was scared this one would miss too. But it didn’t. Not even close. I loved every single second of it. I devoured it so fast because there was just no way I could stop. The grip this book had on me should honestly be studied.
You know those stories that just grab you by the throat, drag you into the plot, and refuse to let you breathe until the very end? Yeah… that’s exactly what this felt like. I may or may not have neglected a few responsibilities just so I could keep reading but can you blame me? It was that good.
Not gonna lie, Feeney truly redeemed herself with this one.
➳ About the book :-
This book kicks off with a woman returning from her run, ready to walk into her house like any normal day… except her own front door suddenly refuses to open. She tries the lock again and again, convinced she’s just tired or slipping but nope. And then the real chaos begins: her husband, the man she’s been married to for years, doesn't recognise her. Like, genuinely looks at her as if she’s a complete stranger.
From that moment on, she’s thrown into this spiraling confusion, trying her best to make sense of what’s happening. She talks to people, reaches out for help, tries every possible angle but instead of clarity, she gets hit with something even wilder. There’s another woman out there who looks exactly like her. Same face, same everything… and she’s pretending to be her. Because of that, everyone around the actual FMC thinks she’s lying, unstable, delusional basically losing it.
The tension only builds when she goes to see her own daughter, hoping at least she will recognise her… and even her daughter looks at her like she’s a stranger. That moment alone had me clutching my chest. And from there? It just keeps escalating, layer after layer, until an even more unexpected twist hits and throws everything into chaos all over again.
Honestly, this book kept serving me plot twists like it was on a mission. I read thrillers like candy, and I genuinely could not predict a single thing. Not one. Every time I thought I had cracked the mystery, the book was like, “lol nice try.” And that final twist? I swear, I did not see it coming. I considered every possible scenario… but this one? Hell no. It shook me straight to my core.
➳ About the characters :-
Not going to lie, nobody does the unreliable narrator trope better than Feeney and this book proved it again. I swear, I couldn’t trust a single character. Not the actual FMC, Eden, definitely not her husband Harrison (the way he acted?? suspicious), and absolutely not Birdy. I mean, be honest… who’s putting their faith in someone name Birdy? And Gabriella, the daughter? Yeah, even she had me side-eyeing every line she said, not that she said much.
Every single character kept dropping suspicious hints, acting weird, or saying something that made me question everything I thought I knew. I was genuinely playing detective at this point, trying to figure out who the real villain was. And the funniest part? The person who actually turned out to be the antagonist was nowhere on my radar. Not even close. I know I’ve said this like a hundred times now, but truly I did not see that twist coming. At all.
The characters were also mildly infuriating at times because they kept drifting away from the actual point, and I wanted to shake them like, “HELLO?? focus??” That little frustration is literally the only reason I’m not giving this book a full five stars. That… and the fact that I’m a tiny bit of a hater anyway.
➳ Final Thoughts :-
Not to be biased or anything, but this was the book that fully restored my faith in Feeney. Like… she really said “let me remind you who I am” and delivered. And the fact that I got the ARC? I’m still not over it. I was already planning to buy the book the second it hit shelves, so getting approved for the ARC of my most anticipated read felt absolutely unreal. Peak reader moment fr.
This thriller is a whole whirlwind plot twists, suspense, chaos, drama, the works. Exactly what I needed, especially after my last thriller left me feeling so meh. Maybe I’m just picky or maybe that book wasn’t meant for me, but this one? It hit the perfect spot and showed up in my life at the exact right time.
°˖➴ "Overall, if you’re an Alice Feeney girly, you need to pick this one up. It’s packed with thrill, tension, and the kind of chaotic plot twists that make you sit up straight like, “HELLO???” Honestly, what more do you even want? Suspense? Check. Drama? Check. Unhinged characters? Double check.
So yeah, do yourself a favour, honey go read this. You won’t regret it. " 💋
— Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
-ˋˏ✄┈┈┈┈
୨ৎ pre-read:
⤿ started - 18 November 2025
just got the ARC of my most anticipated read for next year, and I’m beyond excited to dive in! 😚
— Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
January 20, 2026
My husband’s Wife by Alice Feeney
Performed by a full cast narration featuring Bel Powley, Henry Rowley and Richard Armitage
8 hrs 58 minutes at 1x
5 hrs 59 minutes at 1.5 x
SIX months ago, Birdy discovered TWO things-that she has a terminal illness, and that she has inherited Spyglass, from her long lost grandmother in Hope Falls. She can’t quite wrap her mind around the fact that she owns this beautiful estate so when she arrives she tentatively knocks on the door with the brass bird knocker, expecting someone to answer. When no one does, she fits her key into the lock and opens the door. Inside, she finds a fancy envelope that looks like a wedding invitation with just two sentences on the front : Everyone knows their birthday. If you could know your death day, would you want to?
SIX months later, on October 30th, Eden Fox decides to go out for her run. She leaves everything behind in her new home, Spyglass, taking only her key. “Life is filled with sliding doors and dead ends” she muses, and she hopes this move to Hope Falls will be a fresh start for her and her husband, Harrison. Upon returning home, she slots the key into the front door lock but it doesn’t seem to fit. She knocks on the door with its new Fox knocker, but her husband doesn’t answer. Instead, it’s a woman who looks a lot like her-and she claims to be Eden Fox when asked.
IF our jogger is the REAL Eden Fox-then WHO is the woman in her home? This would be taking gaslighting to another level.
How did we get from point A to point B? A whole lot has happened in SIX months!
An unsolved DEATH.
Several LIES. .
And, a whole lot of COINCIDENCES. . .
This fast paced psychological thriller unfolds from the alternating POV’s of Eden, Birdy, Harrison, AND Sergeant Luke Carter, who along with his boss is aware that there is at least ONE coincidence too many.
I was IMMEDIATELY intrigued by this FUN and TWISTY story, which I think is one of Alice Feeney’s BEST books to date. I actually made quite a few guesses which turned out to be correct, but not to worry-the author had a FEW MORE twists up her sleeve which I didn’t see coming too.
ESPECIALLY the one revealed AFTER the epilogue.
4.5 stars ⭐️
A buddy read with Marilyn, Mary Beth and DeAnn, so do check out their reviews as well!
NOW AVAILABLE!
I was able to pair this Audible with a written copy shared with me by GR friend Maren (MarenReads)-thank you Maren!
Thank You to Macmillan Audio for the gifted Audiobook provided by NetGalley Shelf. As always, these are my candid thoughts!
Performed by a full cast narration featuring Bel Powley, Henry Rowley and Richard Armitage
8 hrs 58 minutes at 1x
5 hrs 59 minutes at 1.5 x
SIX months ago, Birdy discovered TWO things-that she has a terminal illness, and that she has inherited Spyglass, from her long lost grandmother in Hope Falls. She can’t quite wrap her mind around the fact that she owns this beautiful estate so when she arrives she tentatively knocks on the door with the brass bird knocker, expecting someone to answer. When no one does, she fits her key into the lock and opens the door. Inside, she finds a fancy envelope that looks like a wedding invitation with just two sentences on the front : Everyone knows their birthday. If you could know your death day, would you want to?
SIX months later, on October 30th, Eden Fox decides to go out for her run. She leaves everything behind in her new home, Spyglass, taking only her key. “Life is filled with sliding doors and dead ends” she muses, and she hopes this move to Hope Falls will be a fresh start for her and her husband, Harrison. Upon returning home, she slots the key into the front door lock but it doesn’t seem to fit. She knocks on the door with its new Fox knocker, but her husband doesn’t answer. Instead, it’s a woman who looks a lot like her-and she claims to be Eden Fox when asked.
IF our jogger is the REAL Eden Fox-then WHO is the woman in her home? This would be taking gaslighting to another level.
How did we get from point A to point B? A whole lot has happened in SIX months!
An unsolved DEATH.
Several LIES. .
And, a whole lot of COINCIDENCES. . .
This fast paced psychological thriller unfolds from the alternating POV’s of Eden, Birdy, Harrison, AND Sergeant Luke Carter, who along with his boss is aware that there is at least ONE coincidence too many.
I was IMMEDIATELY intrigued by this FUN and TWISTY story, which I think is one of Alice Feeney’s BEST books to date. I actually made quite a few guesses which turned out to be correct, but not to worry-the author had a FEW MORE twists up her sleeve which I didn’t see coming too.
ESPECIALLY the one revealed AFTER the epilogue.
4.5 stars ⭐️
A buddy read with Marilyn, Mary Beth and DeAnn, so do check out their reviews as well!
NOW AVAILABLE!
I was able to pair this Audible with a written copy shared with me by GR friend Maren (MarenReads)-thank you Maren!
Thank You to Macmillan Audio for the gifted Audiobook provided by NetGalley Shelf. As always, these are my candid thoughts!
January 16, 2026
While I normally like to include a synopsis in my reviews, this book is best read if gone into completely blind. If you do, and enjoy being confused in the best way, you are in for such a treat with Alice Feeney’s upcoming release. One thing she has done incredibly well in each and every one of her novels is to leave us tiny breadcrumbs throughout the story. Now, we may not pick up on said breadcrumbs during our read, but when we reach the end and the big reveals, it’s easy to see how we were led there all along.
In fact, she is so good at this, I have taken to referring to the inclusion or lack thereof as the Feeney Test. Does a twisty novel pass the Feeney test? Or has the writer done us a complete disservice by never leaving us the blueprint but rather throwing everything on our head in the last chapters of the book? Did I feel massively turned around during a good portion of this book? You betcha. And I absolutely loved it. Keeping in mind I always knew I would eventually discover the breadcrumbs, I was able to trust Feeney to take me on an amazing psychological journey that left me fully satisfied by the time I reached its conclusion.
I must also say, I am also a huge fan of both the way she writes her characters— flawed but always so relatable— and the atmospheric nature of her prose. The setting of this book, which you may be able to tell from the cover, is the Cornwall coast in a beautiful house on a hill with the very creepy name of Spyglass. And as our story unfolds, and you make your way in and around the desolate Spyglass through her descriptions, the atmosphere becomes more and more eerie, and the property begins to feel like a character in its own right.
🎧 This book is equally amazing as a graphic audiobook, completely with sound effects and a full cast. You absolutely cannot go wrong whether you choose to read this one with your eyes or your ears; however, the best experience is an immersive one using both the audio and the physical or ebook edition.
Read if you like:
▪️feeling completely confused in the best way
▪️who can you trust plot lines
▪️unreliable narrators
▪️dual POV
▪️atmospheric writing
▪️slow burn mysteries
▪️Coastal Cornwall setting
Thank you Flatiron Books and Macmillan Audio for the advanced copies.
. . . . . . . .
NOTES WHILE READING:
100% - Well that was a blast! Pretty sure my jaw hit the floor a time or too. Full review to come soon.
62% - I need to know what is happening!! I’m so mad anytime I have to put the book down to adult ☹️
32% - 👀
Only 4 chapters in and I can already tell this is going to be a winner.
In fact, she is so good at this, I have taken to referring to the inclusion or lack thereof as the Feeney Test. Does a twisty novel pass the Feeney test? Or has the writer done us a complete disservice by never leaving us the blueprint but rather throwing everything on our head in the last chapters of the book? Did I feel massively turned around during a good portion of this book? You betcha. And I absolutely loved it. Keeping in mind I always knew I would eventually discover the breadcrumbs, I was able to trust Feeney to take me on an amazing psychological journey that left me fully satisfied by the time I reached its conclusion.
I must also say, I am also a huge fan of both the way she writes her characters— flawed but always so relatable— and the atmospheric nature of her prose. The setting of this book, which you may be able to tell from the cover, is the Cornwall coast in a beautiful house on a hill with the very creepy name of Spyglass. And as our story unfolds, and you make your way in and around the desolate Spyglass through her descriptions, the atmosphere becomes more and more eerie, and the property begins to feel like a character in its own right.
🎧 This book is equally amazing as a graphic audiobook, completely with sound effects and a full cast. You absolutely cannot go wrong whether you choose to read this one with your eyes or your ears; however, the best experience is an immersive one using both the audio and the physical or ebook edition.
Read if you like:
▪️feeling completely confused in the best way
▪️who can you trust plot lines
▪️unreliable narrators
▪️dual POV
▪️atmospheric writing
▪️slow burn mysteries
▪️Coastal Cornwall setting
Thank you Flatiron Books and Macmillan Audio for the advanced copies.
. . . . . . . .
NOTES WHILE READING:
100% - Well that was a blast! Pretty sure my jaw hit the floor a time or too. Full review to come soon.
62% - I need to know what is happening!! I’m so mad anytime I have to put the book down to adult ☹️
32% - 👀
Only 4 chapters in and I can already tell this is going to be a winner.
Want to read
August 5, 2025this sounds juuuuuicy
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
If Alice wrote it, Imma read it. 🫴🏻
Have you ever finished a book and felt like you need to immediately start it over because there is absolutely no way you missed all that??
There's a reason Alice Feeney is one of my very few auto-buy authors.
Another absolute banger in my opinion.
Reader discretion is advised, may cause whiplash from all the twists and turns.
As always, shout-out to my homies at Netgally and the publisher for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review
Have you ever finished a book and felt like you need to immediately start it over because there is absolutely no way you missed all that??
There's a reason Alice Feeney is one of my very few auto-buy authors.
Another absolute banger in my opinion.
Reader discretion is advised, may cause whiplash from all the twists and turns.
As always, shout-out to my homies at Netgally and the publisher for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review
November 26, 2025
4.5 rounded up to 5 for GR! Alice’s books are always SOOOO much fun and full of insanely delicious twists. MY HUSBAND’S WIFE fits that vibe yet again (and how fun is this book title?!)
if you’re looking for a book that…
- grabs you right away
- has short chapters / can help you out of a slump
- has a fun setting (small town set on a cliff)
- unreliable narrators and full of characters you have no idea if you can trust or not
- has multiple twists 🤯🤯🤯
- always keeps you guessing
… look no further!!!!
Alice Feeney never lets me down!!!
thriller lovers will love this come its release in January. it’s a good blend of psychological and domestic thriller and i had NO idea where it was going, which is always fun for a thriller.
a woman comes home from a run and finds her door locked, locks on the door changed, and another person pretending to be her… and her husband is going along with it 👀😱
if that doesn’t grab you, idk what will!
and the ending chapter??? YUP!!!! love it when thrillers aren’t tied up with a little bow 👏🏼
if i had one comment it was that there was a bit too much going on… my head was low key dizzy at one point lol! towards the end, each chapter was jampacked with plot twists and it was a lot of fun but also hard to follow.
thanks for Flatiron for the gifted early copy!
if you’re looking for a book that…
- grabs you right away
- has short chapters / can help you out of a slump
- has a fun setting (small town set on a cliff)
- unreliable narrators and full of characters you have no idea if you can trust or not
- has multiple twists 🤯🤯🤯
- always keeps you guessing
… look no further!!!!
Alice Feeney never lets me down!!!
thriller lovers will love this come its release in January. it’s a good blend of psychological and domestic thriller and i had NO idea where it was going, which is always fun for a thriller.
a woman comes home from a run and finds her door locked, locks on the door changed, and another person pretending to be her… and her husband is going along with it 👀😱
if that doesn’t grab you, idk what will!
and the ending chapter??? YUP!!!! love it when thrillers aren’t tied up with a little bow 👏🏼
if i had one comment it was that there was a bit too much going on… my head was low key dizzy at one point lol! towards the end, each chapter was jampacked with plot twists and it was a lot of fun but also hard to follow.
thanks for Flatiron for the gifted early copy!
January 12, 2026
EEEEKK!!! BANGER ALERT!! BANGER ALERT!! A fast-paced thrill ride full of epic twists and unforgettable turns, My Husband’s Wife was Alice Feeney at the top of her game. With her standard quotable prose and atmospheric vibe, my all-time favorite author managed to outdo even herself this time around. You see, thanks to a complex storyline that only got better with every page, my jaw was quite literally on the floor from beginning to end. Gasp-inducing in every sense of the word, the “HOLY S***!” twists got me every time. Even better, however, were the two perfectly timed plot lines. Filled with long-buried secrets, well-hidden lies, and devious schemes, my mind was reeling in the best possible way as the morally gray characters tried to outsmart one another in these short, cliffhanger chapters.
In addition to the many plot-shifting reveals, though, was a storyline that left me thinking long and hard after I flipped the last page. Exploring guilt, consequences, family, and revenge, the thought-provoking themes only added to the fun. And the fact that the whole thing was all told from the point-of-view of multiple compelling yet potentially unreliable narrators? Well, Ms. Feeney had me in the palm of her hand thanks to the whole motley crew. Who to trust and who to believe? Trust me when I say that I was kept guessing from the fast-off-the-block start until the *mic drop* last page. Add in the eerie small town setting with an old house on the edge of a cliff, and there wasn’t a thing missing from this binge-able, slump-busting, utterly original psychological thriller. Rating of 5+++ stars.
SYNOPSIS:
Eden Fox, an artist on the brink of her big break, sets off for a run before her first exhibition. When she returns to the home she recently moved into, Spyglass, an enchanting old house in Hope Falls, nothing is as it should be. Her key doesn’t fit. A woman, eerily similar to her, answers the door. And her husband insists that the stranger is his wife.
One house. One husband. Two women. Someone is lying.
Six months earlier, a reclusive Londoner called Birdy, reeling from a life-changing diagnosis, inherits Spyglass. This unexpected gift from a long-lost grandmother brings her to the pretty seaside village of Hope Falls. But then Birdy stumbles upon a shadowy London clinic that claims to be able to predict a person's date of death, including her own. Secrets start to unravel, and as the line between truth and lies blurs, Birdy feels compelled to right some old wrongs.
Thank you Alice Feeney and Flatiron Books for my copy. All opinions are my own.
PUB DATE: January 20, 2026
Content warning: terminal cancer, sex, infidelity, car accident, suicide
In addition to the many plot-shifting reveals, though, was a storyline that left me thinking long and hard after I flipped the last page. Exploring guilt, consequences, family, and revenge, the thought-provoking themes only added to the fun. And the fact that the whole thing was all told from the point-of-view of multiple compelling yet potentially unreliable narrators? Well, Ms. Feeney had me in the palm of her hand thanks to the whole motley crew. Who to trust and who to believe? Trust me when I say that I was kept guessing from the fast-off-the-block start until the *mic drop* last page. Add in the eerie small town setting with an old house on the edge of a cliff, and there wasn’t a thing missing from this binge-able, slump-busting, utterly original psychological thriller. Rating of 5+++ stars.
SYNOPSIS:
Eden Fox, an artist on the brink of her big break, sets off for a run before her first exhibition. When she returns to the home she recently moved into, Spyglass, an enchanting old house in Hope Falls, nothing is as it should be. Her key doesn’t fit. A woman, eerily similar to her, answers the door. And her husband insists that the stranger is his wife.
One house. One husband. Two women. Someone is lying.
Six months earlier, a reclusive Londoner called Birdy, reeling from a life-changing diagnosis, inherits Spyglass. This unexpected gift from a long-lost grandmother brings her to the pretty seaside village of Hope Falls. But then Birdy stumbles upon a shadowy London clinic that claims to be able to predict a person's date of death, including her own. Secrets start to unravel, and as the line between truth and lies blurs, Birdy feels compelled to right some old wrongs.
Thank you Alice Feeney and Flatiron Books for my copy. All opinions are my own.
PUB DATE: January 20, 2026
Content warning: terminal cancer, sex, infidelity, car accident, suicide
December 28, 2025
4.25⭐
Genre ~ domestic thriller
Setting ~ England
Publication date ~ January 20, 2026
Publisher ~ Flatiron Books/Macmillan Audio
Est Page Count ~ 320 (17 chapters +e)
Audio length ~ 8 hours 58 minutes
Narrator ~ Bel Powley, Henry Rowley & Richard Armitage
POV ~ multiple 1st
Featuring ~ multiple timelines, terminal cancer diagnosis, references to suicide
Y’all, I was hooked from chapter one. Imagine coming home after a run and your key doesn’t work. Then a woman who looks like you, and your husband, both try to tell you you’re not who you think you are. Intriguing!
Eden is the wife
Harrison is the husband that works for a mysterious company (would I want to know? Not sure really)
Birdie has received a cancer diagnosis and has sold her Grandmother’s house to Eden & Harrison
Carter is the young small town cop
I don’t really want to say too much about this one. There’s a lot going on, but everything is easy to follow along with. Are some things a bit OTT? Sure, but still I’m pretty sure this will be a hit for many fast paced twisty thriller lovers. What an ending, too!
Narration notes:
SO happy there are multiple. There's even some sound effects for some extra pizzazz. It’s very well done.
Genre ~ domestic thriller
Setting ~ England
Publication date ~ January 20, 2026
Publisher ~ Flatiron Books/Macmillan Audio
Est Page Count ~ 320 (17 chapters +e)
Audio length ~ 8 hours 58 minutes
Narrator ~ Bel Powley, Henry Rowley & Richard Armitage
POV ~ multiple 1st
Featuring ~ multiple timelines, terminal cancer diagnosis, references to suicide
Y’all, I was hooked from chapter one. Imagine coming home after a run and your key doesn’t work. Then a woman who looks like you, and your husband, both try to tell you you’re not who you think you are. Intriguing!
Eden is the wife
Harrison is the husband that works for a mysterious company (would I want to know? Not sure really)
Birdie has received a cancer diagnosis and has sold her Grandmother’s house to Eden & Harrison
Carter is the young small town cop
I don’t really want to say too much about this one. There’s a lot going on, but everything is easy to follow along with. Are some things a bit OTT? Sure, but still I’m pretty sure this will be a hit for many fast paced twisty thriller lovers. What an ending, too!
Narration notes:
SO happy there are multiple. There's even some sound effects for some extra pizzazz. It’s very well done.
November 21, 2025
Talk about whiplash!!! They don't refer to Alice Feeney as the "Queen of Twists" for nothing. My head is reeling after reading, My Husband's Wife. I wasn't quite sure what was happening during the first half of the book, but I was fully invested and intrigued! Once the second half came around, I had to hold onto my hat because Alice Feeney blew me away with one twist after another!
Eden Fox went for a run before her first art exhibit. When she returned to Spyglass, her new home, she was shocked when another woman opened the door and that her husband, stated that the new woman was his wife! Talk about a shocker!!!
Birdy has just received a shocking and alarming diagnosis and from a clinic in London which predicts the date of one's death, she is left reeling. When she inherits her reclusive grandmother's home of Spyglass, she returns to Hope Falls....
I usually have a good idea where a book is going when I hit the halfway mark, but not with My Husband's Wife. I still had more questions than answers. I had no idea what was going on or where Alice Feeney was taking me, but I enjoyed the ride! Once the second half kicked in, Alice Feeney delivered!!!! Holy Cow! What a reveal! I mean seriously, I did not see the few reveals which occurred coming. Some were minor but that one reveal was a complete and total shocker!!!!
This book is full of secrets, lies, tension, dread, and characters who are up to no good! I enjoyed not fully knowing where this book was heading and enjoyed the riveting and twist-filled ride! As with her other books, My Husband's Wife was wonderfully written, well thought out, and shocking!
I listened to the audiobook and enjoyed the narration!
**A wonderful witches reads buddy read with Dorie - Cats&Books :)! Please be sure to read her review as well to get her thoughts on My Husband's Wife!!
Thank you to Macmillan Audio and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com 📖
Eden Fox went for a run before her first art exhibit. When she returned to Spyglass, her new home, she was shocked when another woman opened the door and that her husband, stated that the new woman was his wife! Talk about a shocker!!!
Birdy has just received a shocking and alarming diagnosis and from a clinic in London which predicts the date of one's death, she is left reeling. When she inherits her reclusive grandmother's home of Spyglass, she returns to Hope Falls....
I usually have a good idea where a book is going when I hit the halfway mark, but not with My Husband's Wife. I still had more questions than answers. I had no idea what was going on or where Alice Feeney was taking me, but I enjoyed the ride! Once the second half kicked in, Alice Feeney delivered!!!! Holy Cow! What a reveal! I mean seriously, I did not see the few reveals which occurred coming. Some were minor but that one reveal was a complete and total shocker!!!!
This book is full of secrets, lies, tension, dread, and characters who are up to no good! I enjoyed not fully knowing where this book was heading and enjoyed the riveting and twist-filled ride! As with her other books, My Husband's Wife was wonderfully written, well thought out, and shocking!
I listened to the audiobook and enjoyed the narration!
**A wonderful witches reads buddy read with Dorie - Cats&Books :)! Please be sure to read her review as well to get her thoughts on My Husband's Wife!!
Thank you to Macmillan Audio and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com 📖
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Trying to explain this book would be like trying to untangle a ball of yarn, so instead I’ll give a peek at the major players in the book:
Eden Fox: Wife of Harrison Wolf (... what’s up with the animal names in this book?) This couple has just moved into Spyglass, a home in Hope Falls, where everyone knows everyone. She’s a successful artist about to have her first exhibition in the town’s gallery that night … until the weirdness begins.
Harrison Wolf: Founder and CEO of a tech company that can tell you the date of your death. He’s fiercely devoted to his teen daughter Gabriella, who’s receiving long-term care at a high end place called The Manor many years after a mysterious childhood accident. He’s the entitled type. You know the ones.
Birdy (Olivia Bird): A Londoner with an initially unnamed job who previously inherited Spyglass from her grandmother, before selling it. Birdy discovers an interesting connection between her grandmother and the couple who now own it. She’s also received unfortunate news about her health that brings her back to Hope Falls to tie up loose ends. She’s snarky but fun ... and she has a big husky named Sunday that Luke thinks is a wolf. 🐺
Sergeant Luke Carter: The one-man police department of Hope Falls. He’s young, attractive and ambitious for a promotion he can’t seem to attain. He also can’t seem to keep certain “parts” in his pants, but that’s a whole other story. 😏 Despite this flaw, I liked his character.
Long story short, Eden goes out for a jog on the eve of her exhibition, only to come home to a house where the key doesn’t fit. Furthermore, when she knocks and the door opens, her husband is standing with a woman who looks and dresses like a mirror image of her. They both say they don’t know her. What’s going on?
I’m not telling, but let me assure you … it’s a whole lot of crazy! By the time this story ends it’ll be like looking at the back of a tapestry and trying to sort out where all the threads connect. In fact, if I had a single complaint to make it would be that for the plot to work, you have to accept a lot of convenient connections between characters and plot points. I was having fun and just rolled with it, but others might find it challenging to accept. There’s also a lot more spice and profanity than a typical Feeney book, so be warned if that’s an issue for you.
I listened to this on audio and Bel Powley, Richard Armitage and Henry Rowley, along with the sound effects, made this so much fun. I also love a book that has chapters from the POVs of all the major players. The snarky interactions between Birdy and Luke particularly made me laugh! If you like a super twisty mystery with interesting characters and an intriguing setting, this is a treat I can recommend!
★★★★
Thanks to Macmillan Audio, NetGalley and author Alice Feeney for this ALC to honestly review. It will be published on January 20, 2026.
Eden Fox: Wife of Harrison Wolf (... what’s up with the animal names in this book?) This couple has just moved into Spyglass, a home in Hope Falls, where everyone knows everyone. She’s a successful artist about to have her first exhibition in the town’s gallery that night … until the weirdness begins.
Harrison Wolf: Founder and CEO of a tech company that can tell you the date of your death. He’s fiercely devoted to his teen daughter Gabriella, who’s receiving long-term care at a high end place called The Manor many years after a mysterious childhood accident. He’s the entitled type. You know the ones.
Birdy (Olivia Bird): A Londoner with an initially unnamed job who previously inherited Spyglass from her grandmother, before selling it. Birdy discovers an interesting connection between her grandmother and the couple who now own it. She’s also received unfortunate news about her health that brings her back to Hope Falls to tie up loose ends. She’s snarky but fun ... and she has a big husky named Sunday that Luke thinks is a wolf. 🐺
Sergeant Luke Carter: The one-man police department of Hope Falls. He’s young, attractive and ambitious for a promotion he can’t seem to attain. He also can’t seem to keep certain “parts” in his pants, but that’s a whole other story. 😏 Despite this flaw, I liked his character.
Long story short, Eden goes out for a jog on the eve of her exhibition, only to come home to a house where the key doesn’t fit. Furthermore, when she knocks and the door opens, her husband is standing with a woman who looks and dresses like a mirror image of her. They both say they don’t know her. What’s going on?
I’m not telling, but let me assure you … it’s a whole lot of crazy! By the time this story ends it’ll be like looking at the back of a tapestry and trying to sort out where all the threads connect. In fact, if I had a single complaint to make it would be that for the plot to work, you have to accept a lot of convenient connections between characters and plot points. I was having fun and just rolled with it, but others might find it challenging to accept. There’s also a lot more spice and profanity than a typical Feeney book, so be warned if that’s an issue for you.
I listened to this on audio and Bel Powley, Richard Armitage and Henry Rowley, along with the sound effects, made this so much fun. I also love a book that has chapters from the POVs of all the major players. The snarky interactions between Birdy and Luke particularly made me laugh! If you like a super twisty mystery with interesting characters and an intriguing setting, this is a treat I can recommend!
★★★★
Thanks to Macmillan Audio, NetGalley and author Alice Feeney for this ALC to honestly review. It will be published on January 20, 2026.
November 19, 2025
A Fox, a Wolf, and a Bird.
🦊🐺🐦⬛
Those are the surnames of the three mendacious protagonists in Alice Feeney's new masterfully crafted psychological thriller.
"Everybody lies, everybody dies" is the opening line that says it all.
From Chapter One, readers are pulled into the Fox and the Wolf's troubled marriage.
The book's pacing is relentless.
Storytelling is cinematic, atmospheric, and addictive.
Fasten your seatbelts for a dark and wild ride with intense suspense and nonstop, shocking, and misleading plot twists.
Alice Feeney's snarky wit is razor sharp, as are the book's sucker punch twists.
Just when you think you understand the dynamic between husband and wife, you don't.
The final twist? Never underestimate a husband's wife.
I listened to the audiobook, expertly narrated by Bel Powley, Henry Rowley, and Richard Armitage.
All narrators gave Oscar-worthy performances.
Special praise for Macmillan Audio's production team.
The audiobook added rich sound effects and atmospheric touches that added layers of tension, elevating the entire listening experience.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
One of my besties of 2025.
All the stars!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
January 19, 2026
4.5 stars, rounding up! ⭐️✨ UMMM OMG! this was absolutely insane. i just experienced brain-scrambling whiplash. this was my first alice feeney book & consider me a fan!
this book is twist after twist after twist. somehow every time you think you’ve figured it out, there’s something new unraveling! multiple POVs, shifting timelines, unreliable everything, and a plot that constantly keeps you on edge without ever being too scary! plus I think it sticks the landing. with this many moving pieces, I couldn’t figure out how it all would come together but of course it did … with ease! she’s a mastermind! it’s tense, clever & ridiculously unputdownable.
also the audiobook was FANTASTIC! i listened to a couple chapters and it has different voice actors and sound effects that made it even more immersive!
thanks to book of the month for the early physical copy & netgalley + macmillan audio for the advanced audiobook copy 🫶 as always, these are my honest thoughts!
this book is twist after twist after twist. somehow every time you think you’ve figured it out, there’s something new unraveling! multiple POVs, shifting timelines, unreliable everything, and a plot that constantly keeps you on edge without ever being too scary! plus I think it sticks the landing. with this many moving pieces, I couldn’t figure out how it all would come together but of course it did … with ease! she’s a mastermind! it’s tense, clever & ridiculously unputdownable.
also the audiobook was FANTASTIC! i listened to a couple chapters and it has different voice actors and sound effects that made it even more immersive!
thanks to book of the month for the early physical copy & netgalley + macmillan audio for the advanced audiobook copy 🫶 as always, these are my honest thoughts!
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January 19, 2026Oh Ms. Feeney!
Always reeling me in with the blurbs and the gorgeous book cover!
I hope this one delivers!
💚🩷💚
Always reeling me in with the blurbs and the gorgeous book cover!
I hope this one delivers!
💚🩷💚
October 13, 2025
The five stars says all - well, it is Alice …
Yes, she’s back with a rousing chorus of three cheers from Yorkshire.
30th October, Hope Falls.
As Eden Fox runs through the picturesque Cornish seaside village she leaves her worries and issues behind but her problems are just beginning. When she returns to ‘Spyglass’, her cliffside home with husband Harrison Woolf, her key doesn’t fit in the lock. She raps the door knocker three times fully expecting him to answer the door… except a woman does, someone she’s never seen before and yet looks strangely familiar as they look alike. Not only that, but this person is wearing HER dress and claims to be Eden Fox and even more astonishing, Harrison insists she is his wife. What?? Eden’s confusion deepens and turns to rage. Meanwhile, in London, Birdy (Olivia Bird) gets the worst of diagnosis and decides there are things she must do before it’s too late. The tale is told via several points of view.
“Curiouser and curiouser!” Cried Alice… Well, this Alice has me asking a million questions right from the beginning and of course, I’m absolutely hooked and eagerly anticipating the Queen Alice twists that lie ahead and I’m not disappointed. It’s perplexing and deeply intriguing as I try to figure out the whys and wherefores, with cliffhanger chapter endings or revelations that blow my theories out of the Cornish water. The ‘I don’t see that coming’ moments have my brain in a spin and my mind is blown and every so often I’m sure my jaw drops and eyes pop. There are twists right to the end which is typically Alice Feeney unexpected and which blows me away, possibly off the cliffs at Hope Falls.
There’s mystery in pretty much every direction as characters are hiding things and in some cases positively submerging them. There are local legends or legendary characters that create an aura around the place and selecting Cornwall in which to set this novel creates its own unique atmosphere. Hope Falls prides itself for being crime free, absolutely safe but it gives me the heebie-jeebies. It’s intensely claustrophobic, with Spyglass overlooking the village and seeing all, with the surrounding and enveloping moors - Blackmoor - giving Lorna Doone vibes, although that’s Exmoor!! It’s atmospheric in spades and not necessarily a good one.
There are several layers to the plot one of which is very creative and thought provoking which I don’t want to give away but which makes me question and reflect… Would I??? You’ll have to read it to find out what I’m talking about! Finally, there is some of the authors on brand dark humour which is very British too. Your life going to pot? Have a cup of tea.
Overall, this is so good and one which I can highly recommend as this very talented author has well and truly delivered an immersive, cracking plot.
PS there’s a dog too - Sunday, but don’t worry, he’s fine.
With thanks to NetGalley and huge thanks to Pan Macmillan for the much appreciated early copy in return for an honest review.
Yes, she’s back with a rousing chorus of three cheers from Yorkshire.
30th October, Hope Falls.
As Eden Fox runs through the picturesque Cornish seaside village she leaves her worries and issues behind but her problems are just beginning. When she returns to ‘Spyglass’, her cliffside home with husband Harrison Woolf, her key doesn’t fit in the lock. She raps the door knocker three times fully expecting him to answer the door… except a woman does, someone she’s never seen before and yet looks strangely familiar as they look alike. Not only that, but this person is wearing HER dress and claims to be Eden Fox and even more astonishing, Harrison insists she is his wife. What?? Eden’s confusion deepens and turns to rage. Meanwhile, in London, Birdy (Olivia Bird) gets the worst of diagnosis and decides there are things she must do before it’s too late. The tale is told via several points of view.
“Curiouser and curiouser!” Cried Alice… Well, this Alice has me asking a million questions right from the beginning and of course, I’m absolutely hooked and eagerly anticipating the Queen Alice twists that lie ahead and I’m not disappointed. It’s perplexing and deeply intriguing as I try to figure out the whys and wherefores, with cliffhanger chapter endings or revelations that blow my theories out of the Cornish water. The ‘I don’t see that coming’ moments have my brain in a spin and my mind is blown and every so often I’m sure my jaw drops and eyes pop. There are twists right to the end which is typically Alice Feeney unexpected and which blows me away, possibly off the cliffs at Hope Falls.
There’s mystery in pretty much every direction as characters are hiding things and in some cases positively submerging them. There are local legends or legendary characters that create an aura around the place and selecting Cornwall in which to set this novel creates its own unique atmosphere. Hope Falls prides itself for being crime free, absolutely safe but it gives me the heebie-jeebies. It’s intensely claustrophobic, with Spyglass overlooking the village and seeing all, with the surrounding and enveloping moors - Blackmoor - giving Lorna Doone vibes, although that’s Exmoor!! It’s atmospheric in spades and not necessarily a good one.
There are several layers to the plot one of which is very creative and thought provoking which I don’t want to give away but which makes me question and reflect… Would I??? You’ll have to read it to find out what I’m talking about! Finally, there is some of the authors on brand dark humour which is very British too. Your life going to pot? Have a cup of tea.
Overall, this is so good and one which I can highly recommend as this very talented author has well and truly delivered an immersive, cracking plot.
PS there’s a dog too - Sunday, but don’t worry, he’s fine.
With thanks to NetGalley and huge thanks to Pan Macmillan for the much appreciated early copy in return for an honest review.
December 10, 2025
Eden and her husband Harrison recently bought Spyglass in the town of Hope Falls. A house set into the cliffside with views of the sea. This is exactly the change they needed to help mend their marriage.
Eden heads out on her evening jog only to return home to find her key doesn't fit the lock. Panicked she continues to try to get it to work when the door opens and another woman stands looking at her. Eden can't believe her eyes. Who is this woman?
The woman claims to be Eden Fox and says that this is her house and that Harrison is her husband.
Eden can't believe what she's hearing. Then Harrison, her husband, does the unthinkable. He tells her he has no idea who she is and to stop scaring his wife or he'll call the police.
Then we also follow Birdie. A woman who was just given a terminal diagnosis. She is going to leave London to return to Hope Falls to tie up some loose ends before it's too late. While in Hope Falls she becomes entangled in the drama of Eden and Harrison.
If that plot line sounds a bit bananas to you it's because it is. In the best way possible.
I admit when Feeney first hit the scene I was devouring her books with gusto. Then we hit a hiccup when the last three of her books didn't work for me. I was bummed to say the least.
I'm happy to say that this book right here reminds me of the Feeney I know and love. This is a rollercoaster tale with many sharp twists and turns and nearly all of them took me by surprise. I love when that happens.
If you like shady characters, an unpredictable plot, and jaw dropping revelations then look no further. This was a lot of fun! 4 stars!
Won in a Goodreads giveaway - many thanks to Goodreads and Flatiron Books for my copy!
Eden heads out on her evening jog only to return home to find her key doesn't fit the lock. Panicked she continues to try to get it to work when the door opens and another woman stands looking at her. Eden can't believe her eyes. Who is this woman?
The woman claims to be Eden Fox and says that this is her house and that Harrison is her husband.
Eden can't believe what she's hearing. Then Harrison, her husband, does the unthinkable. He tells her he has no idea who she is and to stop scaring his wife or he'll call the police.
Then we also follow Birdie. A woman who was just given a terminal diagnosis. She is going to leave London to return to Hope Falls to tie up some loose ends before it's too late. While in Hope Falls she becomes entangled in the drama of Eden and Harrison.
If that plot line sounds a bit bananas to you it's because it is. In the best way possible.
I admit when Feeney first hit the scene I was devouring her books with gusto. Then we hit a hiccup when the last three of her books didn't work for me. I was bummed to say the least.
I'm happy to say that this book right here reminds me of the Feeney I know and love. This is a rollercoaster tale with many sharp twists and turns and nearly all of them took me by surprise. I love when that happens.
If you like shady characters, an unpredictable plot, and jaw dropping revelations then look no further. This was a lot of fun! 4 stars!
Won in a Goodreads giveaway - many thanks to Goodreads and Flatiron Books for my copy!
January 11, 2026
another fun thriller from Alice Feeney, this one kept me guessing the entire time and the audiobook was incredible. we follow multiple different characters, but things kick off when Eden returns home from her run, only to realize that her key doesn’t work and a woman who looks exactly like her is claiming to be her. things get more complicated when her husband Harrison seems to be going along with this whole scenario too.
”Everybody lies and everybody dies, those are two of the only things you can be certain of in an uncertain world.”
another important character in the story is Birdy, someone who’s on a time crunch and has a lot of mystery behind her motivations in the town. her chapters were my favorite, i never knew what she was going to do next. i was suspicious of Carter with all his questionable behavior immediately, i just didn’t like Harrison and i had no idea what to think of Gabriella. the twists were so good.. that last line? pure gold.
⇢ many thanks to NetGalley, the author and Macmillan Audio for the alc, all opinions are my own.
”Everybody lies and everybody dies, those are two of the only things you can be certain of in an uncertain world.”
another important character in the story is Birdy, someone who’s on a time crunch and has a lot of mystery behind her motivations in the town. her chapters were my favorite, i never knew what she was going to do next. i was suspicious of Carter with all his questionable behavior immediately, i just didn’t like Harrison and i had no idea what to think of Gabriella. the twists were so good.. that last line? pure gold.
⇢ many thanks to NetGalley, the author and Macmillan Audio for the alc, all opinions are my own.
December 12, 2025
They don’t call Alice Feeney the Queen of the Thriller Twist for no reason and her newest work, My Husband’s Wife is a prime example as to why.
Admittedly I was a bit apprehensive about picking this one up since I didn’t love her prior work, Beautiful Ugly. But I’m so glad I did!
Propulsive, fast paced, plot driven, and reminiscent of her earlier work (especially His & Hers), My Husband’s Wife is one highly entertaining story. I found myself on the edge of my seat unable to put this one down. It’s one of those books where you think you know what’s going to happen then BAM! Another twist is thrown in leaving you reeling.
I listened to the audiobook version of My Husband's Wife, which is narrated by Bel Powley (who I adored in the miniseries A Small Light), Henry Rowley, and Richard Armitage.
My Husband’s Wife by Alice Feeney will be available on January 20. Many thanks to Macmillan Audio for the gifted audiobook!
Admittedly I was a bit apprehensive about picking this one up since I didn’t love her prior work, Beautiful Ugly. But I’m so glad I did!
Propulsive, fast paced, plot driven, and reminiscent of her earlier work (especially His & Hers), My Husband’s Wife is one highly entertaining story. I found myself on the edge of my seat unable to put this one down. It’s one of those books where you think you know what’s going to happen then BAM! Another twist is thrown in leaving you reeling.
I listened to the audiobook version of My Husband's Wife, which is narrated by Bel Powley (who I adored in the miniseries A Small Light), Henry Rowley, and Richard Armitage.
My Husband’s Wife by Alice Feeney will be available on January 20. Many thanks to Macmillan Audio for the gifted audiobook!
December 16, 2025
My Husband’s Wife written by Alice Feeney is a keenly written, yet peculiar psychological thriller. This novel has so many obscure and wildly curious happenings that it had my head spinning. This mystery unfolds in a seaside town called Hope Falls and in and around a beautiful estate named Spyglass.
At times this book was unsettling, with cumbersome details that confused and stalled the flow of the story. I also felt both sorry for and curious about each of the two main female characters. Although both seemed somewhat confident in a weird quirky sort of way-neither came across as super likable or dependable. However the narration was fantastic. I listen to this as an audiobook.
The books major themes:
👉Control and manipulation
👉Obsession
👉Deception
👉Family-ties and sisterhood
👉Emotional trauma.
There are three main characters:
🧡Birdy: an abrasive and sad young woman who lives alone in London with her dog Sunday. She has no connection to any family, and has a mysterious past.
🧡Eden: an aspiring artist, married to Harrison and together they live in the Spyglass estate.
🧡Harrison: He is the husband of Eden. He is charismatic and handsome and controlling.
There are two timelines separated by 6 months when this story unfolds. The story opens with Eden living her best life at Spyglass estate and is preparing for her first art show that evening. She leaves for a run only to return to her home and find the house all locked up. Her key doesn’t work and there is another woman inside the house. What has happened? And who is that woman and why does she look just like me? Why doesn’t my key work? Sanity is questioned. Identity is stolen. Life thwarted.
6 months earlier Birdy learns she has only a short time to live and is all alone. Who will care for Sunday? Then, there is someone at her door. Who could that be? She literally knows no one. Shocked and confused, she answers the door. She tells them to go away. But the visitor is insistent and so… she opens the door…invites them in and curiously receives “head-spinning” news. What does this stranger deliver? Birdy’s world is shook!
Here is where the story unravels. And honestly, so did my interest. There is just so much to follow and so many “things” to keep track of. For me, it was just over the top. To track all of this…lines blurred and questions. So many questions. It gave me a headache! 😳
My Husband’s Wife is a well written domestic mystery with many, many shady undertones, plot flips and storylines. This domestic thriller was both addicting and off-putting. I do know one thing, if you are a fan of this author-you will be a fan of this one. Honestly speaking, she just might not be my cup of tea🙃.
Thank you to McMillan audio and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest thoughts and review.
Expected publication January 20, 2026
At times this book was unsettling, with cumbersome details that confused and stalled the flow of the story. I also felt both sorry for and curious about each of the two main female characters. Although both seemed somewhat confident in a weird quirky sort of way-neither came across as super likable or dependable. However the narration was fantastic. I listen to this as an audiobook.
The books major themes:
👉Control and manipulation
👉Obsession
👉Deception
👉Family-ties and sisterhood
👉Emotional trauma.
There are three main characters:
🧡Birdy: an abrasive and sad young woman who lives alone in London with her dog Sunday. She has no connection to any family, and has a mysterious past.
🧡Eden: an aspiring artist, married to Harrison and together they live in the Spyglass estate.
🧡Harrison: He is the husband of Eden. He is charismatic and handsome and controlling.
There are two timelines separated by 6 months when this story unfolds. The story opens with Eden living her best life at Spyglass estate and is preparing for her first art show that evening. She leaves for a run only to return to her home and find the house all locked up. Her key doesn’t work and there is another woman inside the house. What has happened? And who is that woman and why does she look just like me? Why doesn’t my key work? Sanity is questioned. Identity is stolen. Life thwarted.
6 months earlier Birdy learns she has only a short time to live and is all alone. Who will care for Sunday? Then, there is someone at her door. Who could that be? She literally knows no one. Shocked and confused, she answers the door. She tells them to go away. But the visitor is insistent and so… she opens the door…invites them in and curiously receives “head-spinning” news. What does this stranger deliver? Birdy’s world is shook!
Here is where the story unravels. And honestly, so did my interest. There is just so much to follow and so many “things” to keep track of. For me, it was just over the top. To track all of this…lines blurred and questions. So many questions. It gave me a headache! 😳
My Husband’s Wife is a well written domestic mystery with many, many shady undertones, plot flips and storylines. This domestic thriller was both addicting and off-putting. I do know one thing, if you are a fan of this author-you will be a fan of this one. Honestly speaking, she just might not be my cup of tea🙃.
Thank you to McMillan audio and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest thoughts and review.
Expected publication January 20, 2026
November 20, 2025
If you could find out the day you will die, would you want to know?
Alice Feeney has done it again in with her new domestic suspense thriller, My Husband’s Wife! All hail to the queen of the twists! I’ve said it before, but Alice Feeney proves time and again that she can do no wrong!
This book is filled with so many twists and turns; my head was spinning! I dare you to successfully predict the ending!
When Eden Fox returns to Spyglass, her new home in Hope Falls after a run, her key does not fit into the lock. A strange woman opens the door, and her husband insists she is his wife and that she is a stranger. Who is lying?
Six months ago, Birdy was diagnosed with Cancer at the same time she learned that she inherited Spyglass from a grandmother she didn’t know she had. Curious, she returns to Hope Falls and finds a letter her grandmother received from a clinic that successfully predicted the day of her death. Maybe she can find out exactly how long she has left to live.
Birdy begins to investigate, and secrets begin to unravel. Nothing is as it seems in Hope Falls!
I listened to the audiobook which is expertly read by Bel Powley, Henry Rowley and Richard Armitage while also following along with the Ebook. I highly recommend the audiobook format, as it also includes sound effects, which really enhanced my reading experience.
The book deals with themes of love, identity, revenge, and deadly obsessions.
You won’t want to put it down!
4.5/5 stars rounded down
Expected publication date:1/20/26
Thank you to NetGalley, Edelweiss, Flatiron Books and MacMillan Audio for the ARC of My Husband’s Wife in exchange for an honest review.
Alice Feeney has done it again in with her new domestic suspense thriller, My Husband’s Wife! All hail to the queen of the twists! I’ve said it before, but Alice Feeney proves time and again that she can do no wrong!
This book is filled with so many twists and turns; my head was spinning! I dare you to successfully predict the ending!
When Eden Fox returns to Spyglass, her new home in Hope Falls after a run, her key does not fit into the lock. A strange woman opens the door, and her husband insists she is his wife and that she is a stranger. Who is lying?
Six months ago, Birdy was diagnosed with Cancer at the same time she learned that she inherited Spyglass from a grandmother she didn’t know she had. Curious, she returns to Hope Falls and finds a letter her grandmother received from a clinic that successfully predicted the day of her death. Maybe she can find out exactly how long she has left to live.
Birdy begins to investigate, and secrets begin to unravel. Nothing is as it seems in Hope Falls!
I listened to the audiobook which is expertly read by Bel Powley, Henry Rowley and Richard Armitage while also following along with the Ebook. I highly recommend the audiobook format, as it also includes sound effects, which really enhanced my reading experience.
The book deals with themes of love, identity, revenge, and deadly obsessions.
You won’t want to put it down!
4.5/5 stars rounded down
Expected publication date:1/20/26
Thank you to NetGalley, Edelweiss, Flatiron Books and MacMillan Audio for the ARC of My Husband’s Wife in exchange for an honest review.
December 21, 2025
2.5 stars.
One of the most immersive audiobook listening experiences I’ve ever had!
A woman returns home from a run to find her key doesn’t work in her front door. When she rings the doorbell, a woman answers claiming to be the woman who lives there.
There were many things I was drawn to in this story. Secluded, dark and eerie atmosphere. An old manor house on a cliffside estate. Small town police detective. Multiple timelines merging into one. A loveable dog companion alongside a main character. However, suspension of disbelief is required to enjoy this book and that is something I really struggle with.
If you are a reader who can suspend disbelief to escape into a super twisty, fast paced popcorn thriller with a silly and shocking (over-the-top) storyline, then you will love this! I know this will be a winner for many! It’s a fun, crazy, unpredictable romp into a wild, suspenseful and thrilling journey.
I did have fun listening to this, but I had absolutely no investment or connection as the storyline is an extreme eye-roller. Anyone who follows my reviews knows I need to be able to believe the storylines I read. There was not one ounce of believability to this plot. Although it was a fun, escapism read, it isn’t one I can say I loved. Way too far fetched on many levels.
One of my biggest issues was there was so much important information in the storyline that was purposely left out and then revealed later on for shock factor that didn’t work for me. I know these shocking moments will thrill many readers, but they didn’t work for me. The ending took implausibility to a whole new level.
Overall, this didn’t work for me, but I am certain that many psychological thriller fans will love this! I simply couldn’t get past the implausibility of the plot.
Audio rating: 5 stars! This was an incredible audiobook listening experience! There were added audio elements of waves splashing, doors opening, footsteps running, etc., that made this an incredibly immersive listening experience. The audio narrators themselves were excellent and added to my enjoyment. Highly recommend the audio!
Thank you to the publisher for my audio review copy!
One of the most immersive audiobook listening experiences I’ve ever had!
A woman returns home from a run to find her key doesn’t work in her front door. When she rings the doorbell, a woman answers claiming to be the woman who lives there.
There were many things I was drawn to in this story. Secluded, dark and eerie atmosphere. An old manor house on a cliffside estate. Small town police detective. Multiple timelines merging into one. A loveable dog companion alongside a main character. However, suspension of disbelief is required to enjoy this book and that is something I really struggle with.
If you are a reader who can suspend disbelief to escape into a super twisty, fast paced popcorn thriller with a silly and shocking (over-the-top) storyline, then you will love this! I know this will be a winner for many! It’s a fun, crazy, unpredictable romp into a wild, suspenseful and thrilling journey.
I did have fun listening to this, but I had absolutely no investment or connection as the storyline is an extreme eye-roller. Anyone who follows my reviews knows I need to be able to believe the storylines I read. There was not one ounce of believability to this plot. Although it was a fun, escapism read, it isn’t one I can say I loved. Way too far fetched on many levels.
One of my biggest issues was there was so much important information in the storyline that was purposely left out and then revealed later on for shock factor that didn’t work for me. I know these shocking moments will thrill many readers, but they didn’t work for me. The ending took implausibility to a whole new level.
Overall, this didn’t work for me, but I am certain that many psychological thriller fans will love this! I simply couldn’t get past the implausibility of the plot.
Audio rating: 5 stars! This was an incredible audiobook listening experience! There were added audio elements of waves splashing, doors opening, footsteps running, etc., that made this an incredibly immersive listening experience. The audio narrators themselves were excellent and added to my enjoyment. Highly recommend the audio!
Thank you to the publisher for my audio review copy!
December 3, 2025
Audiobook was a RIIIIIDE. Listened in a day!
My tip for this book- go in blind! Just start the audio and buckle up. The ending does lean too convoluted for me to believe but oooof, I love me some good twists!
My tip for this book- go in blind! Just start the audio and buckle up. The ending does lean too convoluted for me to believe but oooof, I love me some good twists!
January 17, 2026
2.5 stars from “Outlier Island”👋🏻 I'm just really, really disappointed in "My Husband's Wife", which makes me super sad ☹️ as I just used to love Alice Feeney’s books so much. Maybe it’s partly due to it being an audiobook, which is not a format that I care for 🤔 Overall, this just felt really over-the-top with the twists that were almost "cheats" & coming out of left field. And what's with all the trashiness?? I'm no prude but I don't expect a spice level in my thrillers 🌶️🌶️ and the f-bombs must be in the four figures and in audio it was even more jarring. Maybe Feeney’s now trying to be the U.K.’s Freida McFadden??? 🤔 I thought the narrators, especially Bel P. were good, it's not their fault, they work with what they’re given. Perhaps I would have liked the print book, but no way to know now & and that’s on me - I should have just waited on my library holds😡 As I didn't care much for Beautiful Ugly" either, that’s two duds in a row for me, so Feeney's now off my "auto request" list.
November 17, 2025
Who’s ready for another Alice Feeney banger! 🙋♂️
Alice Feeney is the ultimate thriller binge author and her newest book, MY HUSBAND’S WIFE, is no exception. I think this one is my favorite since HIS & HERS (and my overall second favorite, behind SOMETIMES I LIE). If you’re a fan of Alice Feeney, you’ll love this one!
Eden Fox comes home to find a stranger living her life, and nothing in the eerie house called Spyglass adds up. Meanwhile, another woman named Birdy inherits the same property and uncovers secrets that blur truth, lies, and fate itself. What follows is a twist-tight thriller where identity fractures, obsession festers, and every answer opens a darker door. Go into this book knowing as little as possible, and honestly maybe just looking at my star rating as guidance!
I can’t in good conscience give this book a 5 star because it can be a bit ridiculously unbelievable at times. But in all honesty, I had an absolute blast! 😮💨 MY HUSBAND’S WIFE is twisty and bingeable in all the best ways! Let your guard down and lower your moral compass and common sense BS-reader and you will love this one! STARS: 4.5, PUB: 1/20/26
ALICE FEENEY RANKINGS:
1. Sometimes I Lie
2. My Husband’s Wife
3. His & Hers
4. Beautiful Ugly
5. Rock Paper Scissors
6. Good Bad Girl
7. Daisy Darker
8. I Know Who You Are
Alice Feeney is the ultimate thriller binge author and her newest book, MY HUSBAND’S WIFE, is no exception. I think this one is my favorite since HIS & HERS (and my overall second favorite, behind SOMETIMES I LIE). If you’re a fan of Alice Feeney, you’ll love this one!
Eden Fox comes home to find a stranger living her life, and nothing in the eerie house called Spyglass adds up. Meanwhile, another woman named Birdy inherits the same property and uncovers secrets that blur truth, lies, and fate itself. What follows is a twist-tight thriller where identity fractures, obsession festers, and every answer opens a darker door. Go into this book knowing as little as possible, and honestly maybe just looking at my star rating as guidance!
I can’t in good conscience give this book a 5 star because it can be a bit ridiculously unbelievable at times. But in all honesty, I had an absolute blast! 😮💨 MY HUSBAND’S WIFE is twisty and bingeable in all the best ways! Let your guard down and lower your moral compass and common sense BS-reader and you will love this one! STARS: 4.5, PUB: 1/20/26
ALICE FEENEY RANKINGS:
1. Sometimes I Lie
2. My Husband’s Wife
3. His & Hers
4. Beautiful Ugly
5. Rock Paper Scissors
6. Good Bad Girl
7. Daisy Darker
8. I Know Who You Are
September 11, 2025
Thank you so much to Alice Feeney and Flatiron Books for my copy of this much anticipated novel! It was about Eden, a woman who goes on a run to decompress before a big night. When she returns to the house, her key doesn't fit in the lock and a woman who looks like her answers the door. Even scarier, the woman claims to be Eden and her husband agrees. Two women who look alike, one husband, and only one of them is telling the truth.
Thoughts: This book was WILD. You can tell from the premise that it captured my attention immediately. The idea of coming home and being replaced was terrifying and I had to know more. Feeney's writing was phenomenal and the way the story unfolded was interesting. There were so many plot points and characters and I didn't know who or what to trust.
This is one of my favorites of Feeney's recent books. She did a great job incorporating multiple POV and manipulating the perspective. The only reason that this book isn't 5-stars is the very last chapter. I loved the way all the twists came together, but this time throwing in a hail mary twist at the end didn't really work for me. However, this was 4.5 stars and a blast to read!
Thoughts: This book was WILD. You can tell from the premise that it captured my attention immediately. The idea of coming home and being replaced was terrifying and I had to know more. Feeney's writing was phenomenal and the way the story unfolded was interesting. There were so many plot points and characters and I didn't know who or what to trust.
This is one of my favorites of Feeney's recent books. She did a great job incorporating multiple POV and manipulating the perspective. The only reason that this book isn't 5-stars is the very last chapter. I loved the way all the twists came together, but this time throwing in a hail mary twist at the end didn't really work for me. However, this was 4.5 stars and a blast to read!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
"The New York Times bestselling Queen of Twists is back with a psychological masterpiece that will leave you questioning everything you know about love, identity, and revenge."
Six months ago, Olivia Byrd (Birdie) inherits Spyglass and is invited to a mysterious clinic that can predict the exact date you will die.
NOW: When Eden Fox goes for a run in their new community of Hope Falls, she is shocked when. her key doesn't fit their new home known as Spyglass. A woman who looks a lot like her claims to be Eden Fox. Who's really Eden? Why didn't her husband, Harrison Wolf tell that woman to leave? Investigator Luke Carter is involved in the case and gets drawn into a web of obsession, secrets, and deception.
Alice Feeney is truly at the top of her game with this one! I could not put this book down! It is masterfully crafted with multiple POVs from Wolf, Fox, and Byrd - yes Alice is intentional even with names that provide clues to their characters - and cliffhangers at every chapter. The story is a propulsive page-turner with perfect pacing. This is a domestic marriage thriller taken to the next level. It is her best book yet and I can't recommend it enough.
The audiobook is expertly narrated by Bel Powley, Richard Armitage, and Henry Rowley. They brought all the characters to life and it was a great companion to reading the physical book for an immersive experience.
Many thanks to Flatiron Books and Macmillan Audio for the physical advance reader's copy and advance listening copy. All opinions are my own.
Six months ago, Olivia Byrd (Birdie) inherits Spyglass and is invited to a mysterious clinic that can predict the exact date you will die.
NOW: When Eden Fox goes for a run in their new community of Hope Falls, she is shocked when. her key doesn't fit their new home known as Spyglass. A woman who looks a lot like her claims to be Eden Fox. Who's really Eden? Why didn't her husband, Harrison Wolf tell that woman to leave? Investigator Luke Carter is involved in the case and gets drawn into a web of obsession, secrets, and deception.
Alice Feeney is truly at the top of her game with this one! I could not put this book down! It is masterfully crafted with multiple POVs from Wolf, Fox, and Byrd - yes Alice is intentional even with names that provide clues to their characters - and cliffhangers at every chapter. The story is a propulsive page-turner with perfect pacing. This is a domestic marriage thriller taken to the next level. It is her best book yet and I can't recommend it enough.
The audiobook is expertly narrated by Bel Powley, Richard Armitage, and Henry Rowley. They brought all the characters to life and it was a great companion to reading the physical book for an immersive experience.
Many thanks to Flatiron Books and Macmillan Audio for the physical advance reader's copy and advance listening copy. All opinions are my own.
December 5, 2025
After a run, Eden Fox, an artist on the brink of her big break, returns to the home she recently moved into in Hope Falls and nothing is as it should be. Her key doesn’t fit. A woman, eerily similar to her, answers the door and Eden's husband insists that the stranger is his wife. Six months earlier, a reclusive Londoner called Birdy, reeling from a life-changing diagnosis, inherits Spyglass, an old house in the pretty seaside village of Hope Falls. How these events affect the story to follow is at the heart of this book.
I enjoyed listening to this novel, excellently narrated by Bel Powley, Henry Rowley and Richard Armitage. The sound effects added to the reality of the narration.
There's a lot going on in this twisty story and I won't even attempt to break it down. I had to stretch my disbelief suspenders quite a bit at times but the story is well presented and an entertaining listen. There's quite an info dump near the end which set my head spinning but I think it was necessary to clear up a lot of my confusion. I didn't enjoy this as much as "Beautiful Ugly" by this author but I do recommend it.
My thanks to Macmillan Audio for approving my request to listen to an advance copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Publication Date: January 20, 2026
I enjoyed listening to this novel, excellently narrated by Bel Powley, Henry Rowley and Richard Armitage. The sound effects added to the reality of the narration.
There's a lot going on in this twisty story and I won't even attempt to break it down. I had to stretch my disbelief suspenders quite a bit at times but the story is well presented and an entertaining listen. There's quite an info dump near the end which set my head spinning but I think it was necessary to clear up a lot of my confusion. I didn't enjoy this as much as "Beautiful Ugly" by this author but I do recommend it.
My thanks to Macmillan Audio for approving my request to listen to an advance copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Publication Date: January 20, 2026
November 24, 2025
Imagine going for a run, only to return home and find your keys don’t fit your home lock. The woman who answers the door looks like you and claims she is you. Then, your trusted husband of many years doesn’t seem to recognise you and corroborates the look-alike’s story.
This was my first Alice Feeney and I can see why she’s the queen of twists. This kept me on the toes the whole way through with two timelines set six months apart and two different perspectives. This quickly expands, and by the end, one of my complaints was that it became too convoluted.
Set in Cornwall, we have a small, safe town where nothing (but the occasional suicide off the cliff) happens. We have a jaded, dying woman, a desperate, tragic wife, a naive, popular officer.
All varieties of love are an equation. Time plus life multiplied by hard times plus heartbreak equals love minus lust? Maybe relationships are just a matter of maths? My husband doesn’t love me the way he used to, but he does still love me, I know he does, and perhaps that is all anyone can hope for when they have been together as long as we have.
Whilst I appreciated the twists, I did think that they were unrealistic. It relied on withholding key information until the right time. Information that our pov characters know all the way through but don’t divulge. This is very frustrating as it means there are so many red flags, but convenient reveals. Not only did this slightly detract from the plot, but also meant reader connections with characters dwindled.
However, I know thrillers tend to be about the plot rather than the characters, so there was enough to keep me invested as a character-driven reader.
It’s fast-paced and you won’t be able to look away.
Arc gifted by Pan MacMillan.
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This was my first Alice Feeney and I can see why she’s the queen of twists. This kept me on the toes the whole way through with two timelines set six months apart and two different perspectives. This quickly expands, and by the end, one of my complaints was that it became too convoluted.
Set in Cornwall, we have a small, safe town where nothing (but the occasional suicide off the cliff) happens. We have a jaded, dying woman, a desperate, tragic wife, a naive, popular officer.
All varieties of love are an equation. Time plus life multiplied by hard times plus heartbreak equals love minus lust? Maybe relationships are just a matter of maths? My husband doesn’t love me the way he used to, but he does still love me, I know he does, and perhaps that is all anyone can hope for when they have been together as long as we have.
Whilst I appreciated the twists, I did think that they were unrealistic. It relied on withholding key information until the right time. Information that our pov characters know all the way through but don’t divulge. This is very frustrating as it means there are so many red flags, but convenient reveals. Not only did this slightly detract from the plot, but also meant reader connections with characters dwindled.
However, I know thrillers tend to be about the plot rather than the characters, so there was enough to keep me invested as a character-driven reader.
It’s fast-paced and you won’t be able to look away.
Arc gifted by Pan MacMillan.
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Review of advance copy
5 stars
First line: "Everybody lies and everybody dies."
I want to start out by saying that my expectations for this one weren't super high - I have enjoyed Feeney's work in the past but there has been some "just okay" stuff for me as well. However this is the first book that I read in one sitting in quite a while (okay it was technically two but I'm not really counting the first session because I only read the first chapter).
The pacing is excellent. Every chapter ends on some type of mini cliffhanger that makes you want to keep reading. The plot switches up in ways I didn't expect it to. The characters are ... mostly unlikeable but I don't have to like them in a thriller (although I did actually love Birdie. Her personality was very laid back, don't-care-what-others-think, sarcastic, my vibe for sure). Can I intrigue you by saying that in addition to the obvious weirdness of the my husband's wife plot, there is another character in this little town that is famous for dying twice?
I don't want to include a spoiler section in this review because the book isn't technically out yet but I may come back in the future and add one. Suffice to say - for now - the reveal shocked me and in addition to that there is another one after the epilogue. At one point in the middle I was seriously wondering how Feeney planned on tying this all together because normally I have some idea of where the plot is going but not so much here.
Highly recommend this one, it's my new favorite Feeney, easily. I am curious what the overall reaction to it will be after the mixed reviews on Beautiful Ugly last year.
First line: "Everybody lies and everybody dies."
I want to start out by saying that my expectations for this one weren't super high - I have enjoyed Feeney's work in the past but there has been some "just okay" stuff for me as well. However this is the first book that I read in one sitting in quite a while (okay it was technically two but I'm not really counting the first session because I only read the first chapter).
The pacing is excellent. Every chapter ends on some type of mini cliffhanger that makes you want to keep reading. The plot switches up in ways I didn't expect it to. The characters are ... mostly unlikeable but I don't have to like them in a thriller (although I did actually love Birdie. Her personality was very laid back, don't-care-what-others-think, sarcastic, my vibe for sure). Can I intrigue you by saying that in addition to the obvious weirdness of the my husband's wife plot, there is another character in this little town that is famous for dying twice?
I don't want to include a spoiler section in this review because the book isn't technically out yet but I may come back in the future and add one. Suffice to say - for now - the reveal shocked me and in addition to that there is another one after the epilogue. At one point in the middle I was seriously wondering how Feeney planned on tying this all together because normally I have some idea of where the plot is going but not so much here.
Highly recommend this one, it's my new favorite Feeney, easily. I am curious what the overall reaction to it will be after the mixed reviews on Beautiful Ugly last year.
December 22, 2025
[arc review] spectacular give me 14 of them right now!
I want to start this off by saying I’ve always been on the fence with alice feeney and her books. I loved his & hers but didn’t enjoy daisy darker and sometimes I lie. THIS—however—is arguably one of my favourite thriller reads of the year.
my husband’s wife is a multiple first point of view thriller that starts off by following eden fox, who returns home to a woman impersonating her—and her husband going along with it.
I enjoyed this and if I had the time I probably would’ve finished this in one sitting. it’s a fast paced thriller that has you questioning everyone—even the people you might’ve sworn had nothing to do with it.
it’s everything you want from a thriller—not too predictable and when the reveal happens, it shocks you.
4.5* rounded down!
thank you pan macmillan for the advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review!
I want to start this off by saying I’ve always been on the fence with alice feeney and her books. I loved his & hers but didn’t enjoy daisy darker and sometimes I lie. THIS—however—is arguably one of my favourite thriller reads of the year.
my husband’s wife is a multiple first point of view thriller that starts off by following eden fox, who returns home to a woman impersonating her—and her husband going along with it.
I enjoyed this and if I had the time I probably would’ve finished this in one sitting. it’s a fast paced thriller that has you questioning everyone—even the people you might’ve sworn had nothing to do with it.
it’s everything you want from a thriller—not too predictable and when the reveal happens, it shocks you.
4.5* rounded down!
thank you pan macmillan for the advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review!
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