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Perfect Wives, Perfect Lies: A Novel
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Expected 8 Sep 26For fans of
The Hunting
A woman in mourning finds renewed purpose in her fake persona for an online mom group—but membership comes at a killer cost.
In the wake of losing her son, Becca also lost her marriage and her moorings. Now, work and time spent with her best friend, Lynn, are what gets her through the day. But it's a private group of moms on social media that gets her through the long nights.
Run by Karen, the holy grail of perfect wives, Mommy Wine Time is a place where women share stories, perfectly airbrushed photos, and advice disguised as humble brags. And it's where Becca pretends to be Lucy, with the help of a stock photo account. Lucy's an ideal wife and mother living a dahlia-filled life in Seattle, enjoying all the things that Becca is certain she'll never have again.
But the line between Becca's truths and Lucy's lies starts to blur when a series of bad deeds, daring games, and too many bottles of cheap chardonnay reveals something darker. Soon, what began as mere petty crimes escalates to kidnapping, assault, revenge, and murder. Still, the more Becca pretends, the more alive she feels . . .
This psychological thriller from the author of Pretty/Ugly takes the wine moms from Big Little Lies and Desperate Housewives, puts them in an online space where it's easier to hide their true identities, and then gives them even darker obsessions. Cheers.
In the wake of losing her son, Becca also lost her marriage and her moorings. Now, work and time spent with her best friend, Lynn, are what gets her through the day. But it's a private group of moms on social media that gets her through the long nights.
Run by Karen, the holy grail of perfect wives, Mommy Wine Time is a place where women share stories, perfectly airbrushed photos, and advice disguised as humble brags. And it's where Becca pretends to be Lucy, with the help of a stock photo account. Lucy's an ideal wife and mother living a dahlia-filled life in Seattle, enjoying all the things that Becca is certain she'll never have again.
But the line between Becca's truths and Lucy's lies starts to blur when a series of bad deeds, daring games, and too many bottles of cheap chardonnay reveals something darker. Soon, what began as mere petty crimes escalates to kidnapping, assault, revenge, and murder. Still, the more Becca pretends, the more alive she feels . . .
This psychological thriller from the author of Pretty/Ugly takes the wine moms from Big Little Lies and Desperate Housewives, puts them in an online space where it's easier to hide their true identities, and then gives them even darker obsessions. Cheers.
288 pages, Paperback
Expected publication September 8, 2026
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About the author
Jennifer Anne Gordon
15 books205 followersJennifer Anne Gordon is a Gothic horror novelist. Her work includes Beautiful, Frightening and Silent (2020) which won the Kindle Award for Best Horror/Suspense for 2020, and From Daylight to Madness (The Hotel book 1), and When the Sleeping Dead Still Talk (The Hotel book 2).
She had a collection of her mixed media artwork published during spring of 2020, entitled Victoriana: mixed media art of Jennifer Gordon
Jennifer is one of the hosts as well as the creator of Vox Vomitus, a video podcast on the Global Authors on the Air Network, as well as the Co-Host of the You Tube Channel “Talk Horror to Me”. She had been a contributor to Ladies of Horror Fiction, as well as Horror Tree.
Jennifer is a pale curly haired ginger, obsessed with horror, ghosts, abandoned buildings, and her dog "Lord Tubby".
She graduated from the New Hampshire Institute of Art, where she studied Acting. She also studied at the University of New Hampshire with a concentration in Art History and English.
She has made her living as an actress, a magician's assistant, a "gallerina", a comic book dealer, a painter, and burlesque performer and for the past 10 years as an award-winning professional ballroom dancer, performer, instructor, and choreographer.
When not scribbling away (ok, typing frantically) she enjoys traveling with her fiancé and dance partner, teaching her dog ridiculous tricks (like 'give me a kiss' and 'what hand is the treat in?' ok these are not great tricks.) as well as taking photos of abandoned buildings and haunted locations.
She is a leo, so at the end of the day she just thinks about her hair.
She had a collection of her mixed media artwork published during spring of 2020, entitled Victoriana: mixed media art of Jennifer Gordon
Jennifer is one of the hosts as well as the creator of Vox Vomitus, a video podcast on the Global Authors on the Air Network, as well as the Co-Host of the You Tube Channel “Talk Horror to Me”. She had been a contributor to Ladies of Horror Fiction, as well as Horror Tree.
Jennifer is a pale curly haired ginger, obsessed with horror, ghosts, abandoned buildings, and her dog "Lord Tubby".
She graduated from the New Hampshire Institute of Art, where she studied Acting. She also studied at the University of New Hampshire with a concentration in Art History and English.
She has made her living as an actress, a magician's assistant, a "gallerina", a comic book dealer, a painter, and burlesque performer and for the past 10 years as an award-winning professional ballroom dancer, performer, instructor, and choreographer.
When not scribbling away (ok, typing frantically) she enjoys traveling with her fiancé and dance partner, teaching her dog ridiculous tricks (like 'give me a kiss' and 'what hand is the treat in?' ok these are not great tricks.) as well as taking photos of abandoned buildings and haunted locations.
She is a leo, so at the end of the day she just thinks about her hair.
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May 7, 2026
Mind is definitely blown!
This book was absolutely wild, so weird, and nothing like I expected (in the best way possible!) I was completely hooked from page one and literally could not put it down!!
The characters are quirky, chaotic, and so well-written that I found myself literally laughing out loud at their banter more times than I can count. Also, can we talk about some of the chapter names? They are such a fun touch and I am obsessed! Finding all the pop culture easter eggs (from songs to shows) made the reading experience so much more exciting and kept me wanting to say “just one more chapter” after every single chapter 😂😅
I’ve already decided this is going to be my official book club pick when it releases. I need my gals to read this so we can obsess over it together! You definitely need to pick this one up on September 8th if you love banter, Easter eggs, and keeping you on your toes plots.
Thank you to Netgalley and Podium Entertainment for allowing me to read this!
This book was absolutely wild, so weird, and nothing like I expected (in the best way possible!) I was completely hooked from page one and literally could not put it down!!
The characters are quirky, chaotic, and so well-written that I found myself literally laughing out loud at their banter more times than I can count. Also, can we talk about some of the chapter names? They are such a fun touch and I am obsessed! Finding all the pop culture easter eggs (from songs to shows) made the reading experience so much more exciting and kept me wanting to say “just one more chapter” after every single chapter 😂😅
I’ve already decided this is going to be my official book club pick when it releases. I need my gals to read this so we can obsess over it together! You definitely need to pick this one up on September 8th if you love banter, Easter eggs, and keeping you on your toes plots.
Thank you to Netgalley and Podium Entertainment for allowing me to read this!
April 8, 2026
Jennifer Anne Gordon’s PERFECT WIVES, PERFECT LIES is absolutely incredible, and is a perfect book club pick. There is a lot to discuss in Gordon’s latest novel; on its surface, there’s the immense loss Becca has experienced in her life, from losing her son to the dissolution of her marriage. But beneath its layers (and there are a lot of beautifully written layers to PERFECT WIVES, PERFECT LIES), this is a book about self-discovery, healing, and coming to terms with reality, no matter how dark things may be.
Becca is all of us; we’ve all been at a point in our lives where we are longing for a past version of ourselves or hoping the future version of us is better. Gordon places her magnifying glass on our insecurities, and while initially heartbreaking, she holds our hand through it, and the examination makes us better. This makes Becca and the cast of characters in PERFECT WIVES, PERFECT LIES relatable and real.
Another layer is its incredibly realistic relationships. Becca’s relationships are believable, and it makes the tension and heartbreak in this book even more intense. We base so much of our worth and our identity in our relationships, even if they are toxic; we put the roots of who we are in the people in our lives, and ultimately, it can make us or break us. Yes, some of Becca’s decisions in this book are rash and impulsive, but at no point do they feel unbelievable, which is a testament to Gordon’s writing. And this is important because Gordon’s ability to make this world seem real makes the ladies of Mommy Wine Time and Becca’s relationship with Lucy even more tense, sinister, and eerie.
PERFECT WIVES, PERFECT LIES will make you cry, but it will also make you laugh. Gordon is witty and smart, and the humor in this book is perfectly placed to allow you to gather yourself and then allow Gordon to crush you and put you on the edge of your seat again. You can feel the heart that Gordon has poured into this book, and it makes it a must-read. I've never read a book that left me feeling so much, and it has me yearning for more books from Gordon. I can’t wait to see what she does next.
PUB DATE: September 8, 2026
Thank you to the author for my review copy.
Becca is all of us; we’ve all been at a point in our lives where we are longing for a past version of ourselves or hoping the future version of us is better. Gordon places her magnifying glass on our insecurities, and while initially heartbreaking, she holds our hand through it, and the examination makes us better. This makes Becca and the cast of characters in PERFECT WIVES, PERFECT LIES relatable and real.
Another layer is its incredibly realistic relationships. Becca’s relationships are believable, and it makes the tension and heartbreak in this book even more intense. We base so much of our worth and our identity in our relationships, even if they are toxic; we put the roots of who we are in the people in our lives, and ultimately, it can make us or break us. Yes, some of Becca’s decisions in this book are rash and impulsive, but at no point do they feel unbelievable, which is a testament to Gordon’s writing. And this is important because Gordon’s ability to make this world seem real makes the ladies of Mommy Wine Time and Becca’s relationship with Lucy even more tense, sinister, and eerie.
PERFECT WIVES, PERFECT LIES will make you cry, but it will also make you laugh. Gordon is witty and smart, and the humor in this book is perfectly placed to allow you to gather yourself and then allow Gordon to crush you and put you on the edge of your seat again. You can feel the heart that Gordon has poured into this book, and it makes it a must-read. I've never read a book that left me feeling so much, and it has me yearning for more books from Gordon. I can’t wait to see what she does next.
PUB DATE: September 8, 2026
Thank you to the author for my review copy.
April 13, 2026
Thank you to Net Galley and Podium for the ARC of this title.
THIS is how you do a psychological thriller! The way this book had me locked in is insane! The whole time I’m wondering what is up with this Karen lady and trust me, none of the things that crossed my mind were what was actually going on. The ending of this book is absolutely insane but in the best way! This one will have you thinking for hours possibly days after you finish!
THIS is how you do a psychological thriller! The way this book had me locked in is insane! The whole time I’m wondering what is up with this Karen lady and trust me, none of the things that crossed my mind were what was actually going on. The ending of this book is absolutely insane but in the best way! This one will have you thinking for hours possibly days after you finish!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to Podium Entertainment, Jennifer Anne Gordon, and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
An emotional, suspenseful story about a woman consumed by grief and desperately searching for relief through an online community of women—while discovering that nothing is quite as it seems.
Years after the tragic loss of her son, Becca is still struggling to cope with overwhelming grief and find any sense of peace. She becomes immersed in an online community of women who post about their perfect salads, perfect children, and perfect lives, and she finds herself increasingly drawn to them. But when another member invites her into a more private group, the secrets and dares begin to escalate.
I found this book incredibly compelling. I especially loved the repetitive figurative language woven throughout the novel: the recurring imagery of dahlias, lilacs, ranch dressing, and chic non-chickpea salads all cleverly reinforce Becca’s emotional state, her grief, her relationships, and her complicated feelings about the online community. Becca is a deeply complex character, clearly crying out for help after the death of her son. Her loneliness and emotional disorientation are portrayed beautifully through the narrative voice, and I genuinely found myself hoping she would eventually find peace and support by the end of the story.
The other women in the online group were equally intriguing—ambiguous, unsettling, and layered—and the overall storyline was impressively clever.
My only criticism is that I wanted slightly more resolution at the end, particularly regarding Becca and Karen’s relationship. Their storyline feels intentionally left lingering, which certainly suits the psychological thriller genre, but I still wanted a little more closure.
I would absolutely recommend this book—not only for its suspenseful story, but for the emotional depth of its characters and the powerful way grief is explored through the novel’s figurative language
An emotional, suspenseful story about a woman consumed by grief and desperately searching for relief through an online community of women—while discovering that nothing is quite as it seems.
Years after the tragic loss of her son, Becca is still struggling to cope with overwhelming grief and find any sense of peace. She becomes immersed in an online community of women who post about their perfect salads, perfect children, and perfect lives, and she finds herself increasingly drawn to them. But when another member invites her into a more private group, the secrets and dares begin to escalate.
I found this book incredibly compelling. I especially loved the repetitive figurative language woven throughout the novel: the recurring imagery of dahlias, lilacs, ranch dressing, and chic non-chickpea salads all cleverly reinforce Becca’s emotional state, her grief, her relationships, and her complicated feelings about the online community. Becca is a deeply complex character, clearly crying out for help after the death of her son. Her loneliness and emotional disorientation are portrayed beautifully through the narrative voice, and I genuinely found myself hoping she would eventually find peace and support by the end of the story.
The other women in the online group were equally intriguing—ambiguous, unsettling, and layered—and the overall storyline was impressively clever.
My only criticism is that I wanted slightly more resolution at the end, particularly regarding Becca and Karen’s relationship. Their storyline feels intentionally left lingering, which certainly suits the psychological thriller genre, but I still wanted a little more closure.
I would absolutely recommend this book—not only for its suspenseful story, but for the emotional depth of its characters and the powerful way grief is explored through the novel’s figurative language
May 7, 2026
Perfect Wives, Perfect Lies is a sharp, wine‑soaked descent into the dangers of reinvention — the kind that begins with quiet grief and ends somewhere far darker.
Becca, still shattered by the loss of her son and the collapse of her marriage, slips into the online mom group Mommy Wine Time under the glossy alias “Lucy.” What starts as a harmless escape — a curated life full of dahlias and perfection — quickly becomes intoxicating. The group itself is deliciously toxic: airbrushed photos, humble brags, and Karen ruling the feed like a ring‑light‑lit queen.
But as the games turn reckless and the chardonnay flows, the line between Becca and Lucy blurs. Petty mischief spirals into kidnapping, revenge, and murder, and the more she pretends, the more alive she feels.
It’s a slick, addictive psychological thriller with the bite of Big Little Lies and the suburban rot of Desperate Housewives, all filtered through the anonymity of online personas. Dark, messy, and compulsively readable — a reminder that the most dangerous lies are the ones we tell ourselves.
With thanks to Jennifer Anne Gordon, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
Becca, still shattered by the loss of her son and the collapse of her marriage, slips into the online mom group Mommy Wine Time under the glossy alias “Lucy.” What starts as a harmless escape — a curated life full of dahlias and perfection — quickly becomes intoxicating. The group itself is deliciously toxic: airbrushed photos, humble brags, and Karen ruling the feed like a ring‑light‑lit queen.
But as the games turn reckless and the chardonnay flows, the line between Becca and Lucy blurs. Petty mischief spirals into kidnapping, revenge, and murder, and the more she pretends, the more alive she feels.
It’s a slick, addictive psychological thriller with the bite of Big Little Lies and the suburban rot of Desperate Housewives, all filtered through the anonymity of online personas. Dark, messy, and compulsively readable — a reminder that the most dangerous lies are the ones we tell ourselves.
With thanks to Jennifer Anne Gordon, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
May 2, 2026
2,25 stars
I really enjoyed the summary of this book and was excited to receive an advanced reader’s copy. I couldn’t wait to dive in, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me.
I can’t quite put my finger on why I didn’t enjoy it as much as I’d hoped, but I struggled to connect with the characters. Becca, in particular, frustrated me throughout, and I found it hard to truly empathize with her. While I understood the pain of her loss, it somehow didn’t resonate with me on an emotional level.
The book explores themes of grief, self-discovery after loss, and the toxic sides of social media. Maybe the writing simply didn’t click with me, but overall, it just wasn’t for me. That said, I have nothing against the author and would definitely be open to reading another one of her books—this one just didn’t work for me.
I really enjoyed the summary of this book and was excited to receive an advanced reader’s copy. I couldn’t wait to dive in, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me.
I can’t quite put my finger on why I didn’t enjoy it as much as I’d hoped, but I struggled to connect with the characters. Becca, in particular, frustrated me throughout, and I found it hard to truly empathize with her. While I understood the pain of her loss, it somehow didn’t resonate with me on an emotional level.
The book explores themes of grief, self-discovery after loss, and the toxic sides of social media. Maybe the writing simply didn’t click with me, but overall, it just wasn’t for me. That said, I have nothing against the author and would definitely be open to reading another one of her books—this one just didn’t work for me.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is one of those novels where you wonder how the author got inside your head to rip out your thoughts and put them out there for everyone to see and you feel so exposed you could cry, but then the next line is so absurdly hilarious and insightful that you're crying but mostly trying not to pee your pants. Perfect Wives, Perfect Lies scraped against the raw spots in my heart and then covered them up with blue frosting and poured me a glass of boxed wine. A masterclass in relationships: those we don't value, those we can't leave, those that mimic real relationships but are they? and the animals that we pour our love into when we're all out of love to give and forget what being loved is even like. Visceral, juicy, and bold, this one is not to be missed. A must read.
April 18, 2026
I received an advanced reader copy from NetGalley.
I love a good thriller mystery! I also love a crazy FMC. I think it was a very interesting take on grief and how someone might cope in a way that leads to an insane spiral. I think the biggest strength of this story was how unpredictable it was. I had hunches, and all of them were incorrect haha. There is nothing quite like reading an ending you did not see coming! Gordon really did an excellent job of giving life to heartbreak, grief and how the human mind responds to it. I also like the exploration of the social media and how easy it is to use for connection but also how easy it is to portray something so far from reality. Overall a fantastic thriller!!!
I love a good thriller mystery! I also love a crazy FMC. I think it was a very interesting take on grief and how someone might cope in a way that leads to an insane spiral. I think the biggest strength of this story was how unpredictable it was. I had hunches, and all of them were incorrect haha. There is nothing quite like reading an ending you did not see coming! Gordon really did an excellent job of giving life to heartbreak, grief and how the human mind responds to it. I also like the exploration of the social media and how easy it is to use for connection but also how easy it is to portray something so far from reality. Overall a fantastic thriller!!!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
‘For fans of The Hunting Wives: A woman in mourning finds renewed purpose in her fake persona for an online mom group—but membership comes at a killer cost.’
Wow. My feelings are all over the place after finishing this one. I almost feel like I should read it again for some much needed clarity.
Perfect Wives, Perfect Lies was one wild & crazy ride. An absolute emotional roller coaster. Obsession, depression, mania, pain, desperation & grief, it’s all here. My curiosity never abated. It had me swiping my kindle like a maniac. And I will never not give praise to a page-flipper. My first time reading this author. So yea, I’m going to need more.
Thanks to Podium Entertainment for the opportunity. Opinions are my own.
Pub: 9.8.2026.
Wow. My feelings are all over the place after finishing this one. I almost feel like I should read it again for some much needed clarity.
Perfect Wives, Perfect Lies was one wild & crazy ride. An absolute emotional roller coaster. Obsession, depression, mania, pain, desperation & grief, it’s all here. My curiosity never abated. It had me swiping my kindle like a maniac. And I will never not give praise to a page-flipper. My first time reading this author. So yea, I’m going to need more.
Thanks to Podium Entertainment for the opportunity. Opinions are my own.
Pub: 9.8.2026.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This one had a strong premise—grief, identity, and the idea of escaping into a curated, “perfect” life online. It started in a direction that felt like it could turn into something really layered and unsettling.
For me, it didn’t fully get there.
Becca’s character had potential, especially in the way her grief blurred into obsession and reinvention. But as the story progressed, I felt more disconnected than pulled in. The pacing felt uneven, and instead of building tension, it stayed at the same level for too long.
I kept waiting for a shift—something sharper or more impactful—and it just never quite hit. The emotional depth and psychological elements were there, but they didn’t land as strongly as I expected.
Not a bad read, just not one that stuck with me.
For me, it didn’t fully get there.
Becca’s character had potential, especially in the way her grief blurred into obsession and reinvention. But as the story progressed, I felt more disconnected than pulled in. The pacing felt uneven, and instead of building tension, it stayed at the same level for too long.
I kept waiting for a shift—something sharper or more impactful—and it just never quite hit. The emotional depth and psychological elements were there, but they didn’t land as strongly as I expected.
Not a bad read, just not one that stuck with me.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Losing a child can be hell on a marriage, as Becca discovers when her newly single life leaves her dependent on work and her best friend for something to fill her days. Until she becomes involved with Mommy Wine Time, an online mothers group full of posturing mummies.
There she operates under the pseudonym Lucy, becoming increasingly preoccupied with these women's lives, in addition to her own imaginary one. Unfortunately, her new obsession also begins to lead her down an increasingly dangerous path...
This book does a good job of showing how the combination of obsession and social media can lead to a very dark place. An absorbing read, it gets 3.5 stars.
I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
There she operates under the pseudonym Lucy, becoming increasingly preoccupied with these women's lives, in addition to her own imaginary one. Unfortunately, her new obsession also begins to lead her down an increasingly dangerous path...
This book does a good job of showing how the combination of obsession and social media can lead to a very dark place. An absorbing read, it gets 3.5 stars.
I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
May 3, 2026
Thank you Podiumbooks for the review copy of Perfect Wives Perfect Lies, out September 8, 2026 🤍
This book was honestly… weird. But in a good way.
It dives into the world of “perfect” wives and the pressure to present a flawless life, but behind that image lies something much darker. The story slowly spirals into a tense, unsettling psychological mess full of secrets and manipulation.
At times it gave me Half His Age vibes , chaotic, slightly unhinged, and full of morally grey characters. You’re never quite sure what’s real, and that’s what makes it so addictive.
It can feel a bit over the top or confusing here and there, but overall I was hooked.
Dark, strange, and definitely memorable.
This book was honestly… weird. But in a good way.
It dives into the world of “perfect” wives and the pressure to present a flawless life, but behind that image lies something much darker. The story slowly spirals into a tense, unsettling psychological mess full of secrets and manipulation.
At times it gave me Half His Age vibes , chaotic, slightly unhinged, and full of morally grey characters. You’re never quite sure what’s real, and that’s what makes it so addictive.
It can feel a bit over the top or confusing here and there, but overall I was hooked.
Dark, strange, and definitely memorable.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
3.75 stars - I loved the title, cover art and description of this book. And while there was enough here to keep me reading, the execution fell a bit flat for me. It felt a little "try hard" at being unhinged, suspenseful and funny at the same time. There were developments I didn't see coming, and I appreciated the use of "cat fishing"/ online mom group as story telling device, but overall the tone of the writing did not engage me as much as I wished it had.
Thank you to NetGalley and Podium Entertainment for providing me with an advance reader's copy in exchange for an honest review.
Expected publication date: Sept 8, 2026.
Thank you to NetGalley and Podium Entertainment for providing me with an advance reader's copy in exchange for an honest review.
Expected publication date: Sept 8, 2026.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Perfect Wives, Perfect Lies was a roller-coaster of a psychological thriller/ drama.
Becca is a middle aged social worker who is divorced and tragically lost her son 11 years ago.
She fills her evenings with Burger King, CVS wine, and pretending to be someone else in a "wine mom" social media group.
It started out interesting to me, but kind of slogged through the middle. No one was likeable. At about the 70% mark, it picked up again and I got re-invested.
Overall, this is a story about grief, obsession, social media, and relationships.
It was pretty dark.
Thanks to Netgalley and Podium Entertainment for an early copy for review.
Becca is a middle aged social worker who is divorced and tragically lost her son 11 years ago.
She fills her evenings with Burger King, CVS wine, and pretending to be someone else in a "wine mom" social media group.
It started out interesting to me, but kind of slogged through the middle. No one was likeable. At about the 70% mark, it picked up again and I got re-invested.
Overall, this is a story about grief, obsession, social media, and relationships.
It was pretty dark.
Thanks to Netgalley and Podium Entertainment for an early copy for review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This is an excellent suspense thriller. My rating is a strong 4 stars. Thank you #NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book.
I loved how I felt like this could be real life situations. The feeling of wanting to be perfect online to an audience that doesn’t know you. Pretending to be someone you’re not. The main characters really possess a powerful ability that can make them be liked and loved online. Little do the perfect wives know not everyone are as they seem and are hiding secrets.
I felt a lot of emotions reading this as they shared who they are with one another. I definitely recommend this read.
I loved how I felt like this could be real life situations. The feeling of wanting to be perfect online to an audience that doesn’t know you. Pretending to be someone you’re not. The main characters really possess a powerful ability that can make them be liked and loved online. Little do the perfect wives know not everyone are as they seem and are hiding secrets.
I felt a lot of emotions reading this as they shared who they are with one another. I definitely recommend this read.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you NetGalley for my arc review of “Perfect Wives Perfect Lies”
I went into this book blind, and let me just say it’s DARK. From child loss, the sense of grief and loneliness is the main layer of emotion through out this book, add in a mass school un-aliving, lies, manipulation and many secrets.
This book weighed heavy on me while reading it. I found the twists to be a bit predicable, and the ending felt a bit rushed.
Overall, I did find myself engaged and wanting to keep reading it.
I went into this book blind, and let me just say it’s DARK. From child loss, the sense of grief and loneliness is the main layer of emotion through out this book, add in a mass school un-aliving, lies, manipulation and many secrets.
This book weighed heavy on me while reading it. I found the twists to be a bit predicable, and the ending felt a bit rushed.
Overall, I did find myself engaged and wanting to keep reading it.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This is a fascinating novel about Becca, whose husband Matt leaves her for another woman after their son, Gabe drowned. Heartbroken by both, she becomes a social worker and then joins an online group, Mommy Wine Time. The administrator, Karen goads the women into revealing secrets and hopes it will help them all heal. But there are many ways to heal and not all of them involve others getting involved, questioning motives and outcomes. I raced through this one as it speaks to all women who have questioned their own motives for personal choices!
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This is a tough one to review because I just didn't really "get it". It started out really interesting and I liked the texting and stories of the various characters but I struggled with what was actually happening. The storyline remained linear for the majority of the book that it wasn't until 3/4 in that it progressed. I love psychological thrillers but this one missed the mark for me. Thanks to NetGalley, the author and publisher for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest opinion.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC. I can definitely see why this book would work for a lot of readers, even if it ultimately wasn’t the right fit for me personally. The themes of online connection and finding community felt very relatable, and the story had an interesting premise. I struggled a bit with the ending and didn’t fully connect with every part of the story, but it was still an intriguing read overall.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Huge thanks to NetGalley for the ARC! I love a twisty thriller with a slightly unhinged FMC. It dives into grief in a really intense way and shows how fast things can spiral. I kept trying to guess what would happen and was wrong every single time (which I love 😂). The ending completely caught me off guard. Would def. recommend! 5/5 stars for me!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thanks to Podium and Netgalley for the advance readers copy. I was gripped by this story. I truly wish I had it on audio. I believe it would be fantastic to listen to.
This is an emotional read at times but then I was so entertained. It’s that’s book that keeps on giving.
I would say don’t go in blind to this story as it might not be for every reader.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I love how fast paced this book was! I enjoyed the story telling through the mom group but this felt a little to try hard. This book does cover some heavy topics so please check trigger warnings!
Review of advance copy
Got the advance copy, opinion are my own.
I loved the this book! It's really a page turner and keeps you guessing as to what's gonna happen next. Jennifer Anne Gordon paints grief, love and loss with beautiful language and creates realistic characters you won't soon forget. Can't wait for her next book!!!
I loved the this book! It's really a page turner and keeps you guessing as to what's gonna happen next. Jennifer Anne Gordon paints grief, love and loss with beautiful language and creates realistic characters you won't soon forget. Can't wait for her next book!!!
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