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Expected 23 Jun 26A newly open marriage brings discovery, excitement, and upheaval to a young couple, and to the friends and lovers in their orbit
Thirty years old and reeling from her mother’s recent death, Frances feels as if she’s lost her sense of purpose, her joy; her husband, Ben, will do anything to help her. So when she suggests that they open their marriage, he’s willing—and maybe even a little intrigued. They invite a young woman into their bedroom, create a joint dating profile, and go on dates with other exploring couples, with mixed but often exciting results. Over the next five years, they explore their sexualities, navigating through jealousy, betrayal, desire, and obsession—and the friends and lovers in their circle find themselves asking new questions about their own lives and relationships. When Ben finds himself falling in love with another woman, just as Frances realizes she’s ready to settle down and have a baby, they’re forced to confront the consequences of their experiment.
With warmth, humor, and sharp insight, Elisa Faison explores marriage’s many forms and possibilities—and announces herself as an exciting new voice in fiction.
Thirty years old and reeling from her mother’s recent death, Frances feels as if she’s lost her sense of purpose, her joy; her husband, Ben, will do anything to help her. So when she suggests that they open their marriage, he’s willing—and maybe even a little intrigued. They invite a young woman into their bedroom, create a joint dating profile, and go on dates with other exploring couples, with mixed but often exciting results. Over the next five years, they explore their sexualities, navigating through jealousy, betrayal, desire, and obsession—and the friends and lovers in their circle find themselves asking new questions about their own lives and relationships. When Ben finds himself falling in love with another woman, just as Frances realizes she’s ready to settle down and have a baby, they’re forced to confront the consequences of their experiment.
With warmth, humor, and sharp insight, Elisa Faison explores marriage’s many forms and possibilities—and announces herself as an exciting new voice in fiction.
- GenresAdultLiterary Fiction
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Expected publication June 23, 2026
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January 20, 2026There’s still time to not publish this😬
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January 18, 2026rtc.
January 19, 2026
I could barely put this book down once I started it. I've read novels about open marriages before and I must say that this is the one that has hooked me the most!
That being said, there were a couple of chapters that dealt with the people surrounding Ben and Frances that to me just felt like filler and were a bit confusing when it came to connecting to the story.
But, do not skip this one, this story is worth it!
Thank you to Cardinal and the author for providing a free copy of this book through NetGalley.
That being said, there were a couple of chapters that dealt with the people surrounding Ben and Frances that to me just felt like filler and were a bit confusing when it came to connecting to the story.
But, do not skip this one, this story is worth it!
Thank you to Cardinal and the author for providing a free copy of this book through NetGalley.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This book was so addicting that I read it in one sitting. It explores a couple who recently opened their marriage and how it affects their relationship and the friendships around them. The character we meet along the way are fascinating. This book is relatable and realistic and shows the good and the bad comes from their decision. I felt like I was right there watching it all unfold. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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January 15, 2026honestly, i'm super curious about open marriages
*thank you to Cardinal for the ARC*
*thank you to Cardinal for the ARC*
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