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THE DELETED HUSBAND: The Deleted Husband: One of the Most Gripping Psychological Thriller Books of 2026 – A High-Concept Blend of Domestic Tension and Unforgettable Twists
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Expected 6 Jan 26Book overview
On the night I killed my husband, I learned that love is heavier than bronze.
***
I killed my husband with a bronze shoe.
But the worst part? I’m not sure I killed the right man.
It started with something tiny.
Marcus stopped snoring.
The man sleeping beside me looked exactly like my husband—same eyes, same smile, same voice.
But he was… perfect.
He cooked restaurant-quality meals without a recipe.
He remembered every date.
He folded towels into flawless squares.
He didn’t lose his keys.
He didn’t raise his voice.
And at night—he didn’t make a single sound.
The real Marcus burned toast, left his socks everywhere,
and loved me with a messy, warm honesty no one could ever imitate.
So when I finally confronted the stranger wearing his face,
I grabbed the bronze shoe… and swung.
But killing the impostor didn’t bring Marcus back.
Because the real Marcus wasn’t missing—
he was stolen.
And the people who took him?
They’re coming to make sure I never learn the truth.
Some marriages end in divorce.
Mine is about to end in war.
A gripping psychological thriller driven by three unforgettable women—
and Eleanor is the kind of character readers talk about long after the last page…
and long after the lights go out.
Perfect for fans of Gone Girl, The Housemaid, and mind-bending psychological twists that hit like Shutter Island.
On the night I killed my husband, I learned that love is heavier than bronze.
***
I killed my husband with a bronze shoe.
But the worst part? I’m not sure I killed the right man.
It started with something tiny.
Marcus stopped snoring.
The man sleeping beside me looked exactly like my husband—same eyes, same smile, same voice.
But he was… perfect.
He cooked restaurant-quality meals without a recipe.
He remembered every date.
He folded towels into flawless squares.
He didn’t lose his keys.
He didn’t raise his voice.
And at night—he didn’t make a single sound.
The real Marcus burned toast, left his socks everywhere,
and loved me with a messy, warm honesty no one could ever imitate.
So when I finally confronted the stranger wearing his face,
I grabbed the bronze shoe… and swung.
But killing the impostor didn’t bring Marcus back.
Because the real Marcus wasn’t missing—
he was stolen.
And the people who took him?
They’re coming to make sure I never learn the truth.
Some marriages end in divorce.
Mine is about to end in war.
A gripping psychological thriller driven by three unforgettable women—
and Eleanor is the kind of character readers talk about long after the last page…
and long after the lights go out.
Perfect for fans of Gone Girl, The Housemaid, and mind-bending psychological twists that hit like Shutter Island.
423 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication January 6, 2026
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About the author
Kade Vale
1 bookDecades ago, a European newspaper hailed Kade Vale as a rare literary talent after he won two consecutive youth awards. Critics predicted a brilliant future.
Instead, he vanished.
For twenty-five years, he chose silence—watching life, love, and the darker edges of the human heart from the shadows.
That silence ends now.
*The Deleted Husband* marks the return of a voice that never faded.
It simply waited.
Instead, he vanished.
For twenty-five years, he chose silence—watching life, love, and the darker edges of the human heart from the shadows.
That silence ends now.
*The Deleted Husband* marks the return of a voice that never faded.
It simply waited.
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Review of advance copy received from Publishers Weekly
A haunting, unforgettable psychological thriller
The Deleted Husband gripped me from its very first, unnerving moment. The instant Sarah realizes the man beside her is too perfect, the story shifts into a chilling exploration of love, identity, and the fragile rituals that make a marriage real. Kade Vale writes with a quiet intensity that seeps under the skin; I found myself aching for Sarah as she fights not just for her husband, but for the life that was stolen from her.
What makes this book so striking, especially as it approaches its January 6th, 2026 release, is the way it balances suspense with emotional truth. The twists shocked me, but it was the tenderness threaded through the terror that stayed with me. It’s rare to find a thriller that rattles your nerves and touches your heart at the same time, yet this one does it effortlessly.
A remarkable, resonant read. I’ll be first in line for whatever Kade Vale writes next.
The Deleted Husband gripped me from its very first, unnerving moment. The instant Sarah realizes the man beside her is too perfect, the story shifts into a chilling exploration of love, identity, and the fragile rituals that make a marriage real. Kade Vale writes with a quiet intensity that seeps under the skin; I found myself aching for Sarah as she fights not just for her husband, but for the life that was stolen from her.
What makes this book so striking, especially as it approaches its January 6th, 2026 release, is the way it balances suspense with emotional truth. The twists shocked me, but it was the tenderness threaded through the terror that stayed with me. It’s rare to find a thriller that rattles your nerves and touches your heart at the same time, yet this one does it effortlessly.
A remarkable, resonant read. I’ll be first in line for whatever Kade Vale writes next.
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December 13, 2025I was hooked from the first page! Eleanor is a compelling, unforgettable protagonist, and her story is a masterclass in psychological suspense. The twist of killing a man who looks exactly like her husband had me on edge, and the tension never let up. The mystery, the danger, and the unraveling secrets kept me guessing until the very end. The book brilliantly balances messy, real emotions with heart-pounding thrills, making it impossible to put down. Fans of Gone Girl and Shutter Island will love this gripping, twist-filled thriller that lingers long after the last page.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Gripping from the start. Kade Vale sent me an ARC through email and I'm so happy. Most of us have read and watched stories unfold with similar trends. Consider this read another warning for humanity vs rich and AI. Emotional for sure. Frustrating, at times, but humanity can prevail. Believe.
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