The Night She Chose: A Psychological Thriller

by Paige Monroe

72 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 18, 2026

Reviews

[Toni A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

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The Night She Chose
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Author Paige Monroe
Publication date May 18, 2026
Publisher Paige Monroe Books

First, thank you Paige for allowing me to read this early. This story had me questioning everything and completely hooked from the start. I enjoyed it so much that I immediately went back for a second read — and I’m glad I did because I caught so many small details I missed the first time. At only 70 pages, it’s a quick read, but it’s packed with intrigue, tension, and clever details. In my opinion, this is absolutely worth rereading.

A tense, razor-sharp thriller about a woman who discovers her husband is planning her murder — and decides she’s not the victim he expected. The slow-burn dread, calculated revenge, and ticking 28-hour timeline make this impossible to put down. Hannah’s quiet rage is the real weapon here.

Now the real question is: what would you do if the person you trusted most had already decided your fate?

[James · Rating 5 out of 5]

Devoured this. I am always afraid of giving something crucial away in a review. It read cleanly and I always wanted to read a few more pages.

I also enjoyed the Elena Drake series (trilogy) and looking forward to "I Took Care of It" in a few weeks :)

I never thought I would enjoy this style of thriller. I have to admit to some poor male assumptions- that it would be melodramatic and 'girly' .
- since trying these stories with strong female protagonists i have quite gladly been proven wrong.

[Donna Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Found this author on BookFunnel. Have quickly downloaded all of her stories from there. I enjoy the fast pace. Just when I think I can figure out what should happen next I’m wrong. Love the ending.

[Rick Farlee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an intriguing storyline for the perfect murder setting… Can you say “evil genius “???

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dieses Buch war wirklich sehr gut.

Schnell zu lesen ,voller Spannung und einigen Überraschungen.

[Roger · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Night She Chose: A Psychological Thriller, my fourth short 72-page psychological thriller from author Paige Monroe. “I received a complementary Kindle copy of this book & am reading it & voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it. I'll be reading more from this author as they're published. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).

[karin whitehead · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this short story as an ARC and this is my review.Hannah finds a burner phone hidden in the dresser drawer, she believes he is arranging her murder. No panic, no screaming, and no confrontation. She is wrong. Well-written, fast paced, great story! A WOW read!

[Sammye · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent psychological thriller. It held me in its grip from beginning to end. So many twists…so much drama…so much suspense! A must-read. I received an early copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review

[Liza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely not a cozy!

Not a mystery since you know who is planning/doing what but has twists to keep you engaged.

I didn't see the final twist coming.

[Jonathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wondered the whole way, which direction the author would take. A perfect murder if there was ever one.

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a twisty turny novella with lots going on. I enjoyed this short read and the unexpected history the story had. It will keep you turning the pages and getting deeper into the read.

This was a free ARC from the author that I reviewed voluntarily.