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My Husband's Fiancée #2

My Wife's Secrets

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Everyone has secrets. When my wife went to prison for the murder of my mistress, I realized just how dangerous some secrets could be.

She’s now my ex-wife and is getting released based on new evidence. I don’t want to worry, but even if she didn’t kill my mistress, which I’m not convinced of, there’s no doubt she’s unstable.

I have a family to protect now. My new wife, Evelyn, is terrified, and I am determined not to let anything happen to her or our newborn daughter.

When I stumble across some puzzling clues, though, I realize Evelyn has secrets of her own. I want to be a good man, a better man, and the father my daughter needs. I don’t know if I should be protecting her from my ex-wife or if the real danger might be closer to home.

In this follow-up to My Husband’s Fiancee, we learn the truth isn’t always as simple as it appears.

227 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 23, 2022

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Wendy Owens

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Wendy Owens is a thriller writer, born in the small college town, Oxford Ohio. After attending Miami University, Wendy went onto a career in the visual arts. After several years of creating and selling her own artwork she gave her first love, writing, a try. It’s become a passion ever since.
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Profile Image for Luvtoread (Trying to catch up).
582 reviews458 followers
March 6, 2022
Nathan and Evelyn are newly married with their new beautiful baby girl while Evelyn states she's a nervous wreck since Liz (Nathan's ex-wife) has recently been released from prison due to insufficient evidence in the brutal murder of Nathan's mistress while he was still married to Liz. (Crazy, right?). Even with a restraining order Evelyn claims their family is not safe and now wants to move far away to an isolated rural area where no-one will know about the hideous scandal. Nathan has mixed feelings about all this because he still loves his ex-wife although he won't even admit it to himself and he rushed into marriage with Evelyn when she told him she was pregnant but he is not in love with his current wife (Confusing?) but he wanted to do the right thing for his child and believes he will grow to love Evelyn if he really tries hard (Ugh). Lately he's been catching Evelyn in some serious lies and now trust has been broken while Liz in the meantime continually tries to get in touch with him telling him he is in danger from Evelyn and If he doesn't listen to him he will end up dead. Now, how can he believe Liz when she killed his mistress? Poor Nathan. Things are not adding up for either of his wives but he realizes Evelyn is lying more and more and her moods are getting more erratic so Nathan finally knows something is very wrong but he just doesn't know who to believe. Will the move be able to change their lives and bring safety to their family or will Nathan find out he is going to make the final biggest mistake of his life.

I couldn't wait to read this book based on the preface but I guess my expectations were a little too high. I found most of the characters unlikeable and very shallow. Nathan was a strange guy (imo). He certainly seemed to be a very immature man for his age and didn't seem to learn from his mistakes even though he kept whining that he wouldn't repeat his wrongs. I couldn't feel sorry for him at all. I did fear l bad for his ex-wife wife Liz, though. She paid a severe price because of Nathan. The storyline was good but I just felt
it was lacking real substance until the last twenty-five percent of the book. The parts that really bothered me were that there wasn't any real mention about his mistress that was murdered or how Nathan felt about her being killed or Evelyn's feelings about the girlfriend. I didn't understand why the murder was skimmed over. Now I have to say maybe all these things I'm disappointed in may be my fault since I had no idea this was a part ll or a duology if you will. With that said I will have to read the first book to see if everything I missed was covered previously. Even so, I jut thought this particular book was lacking in the proper emotions of the characters due to such tragic events as a mistress being murdered by the first wife and the wife being charged with girlfriend's murder. In the future if I find the two books coincide properly I will return and rate this book higher. I didn't have any problem reading this as a stand-alone since I didn't feel I missed any details except for Nathan's real emotions but I would certainly recommend reading the first book before this story. I also felt there wasn't any mystery except possibly at the very end. I had figured everything out about Evelyn and what she did and who she was without reading the first book so that was also a letdown, having filled in all the puzzle pieces. I just didn't find much mystery or suspense in this very twisted story. Please remember, many other readers enjoyed this book and this review was my own personal experience.

I want to thank the publisher "Victory Editing Netgalley co-op" and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this digital copy and any thoughts or opinions are unbiased and mine alone!

I have given this book a rating of 2 1/2 SHALLOW 🌟🌟🌠 STARS!!
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2,388 reviews901 followers
February 21, 2022
I loved that this book was written from the husband’s point of view as the first book was from the wife’s. That was the first wife, not the current wife. This has so many twists and turns and while I was aware of what was playing out in the background, that did not lessen the extreme anxiety I felt as I waited for the big reveal.





This author did a tremendous job of bringing these characters, with all their faults, to life in a way that captured my attention and refused to let it go. I’m not sure I’ve ever cared so much about a “hero” and “heroine” that were miles away from being perfect. But I did. While I knew who the villain was and could pretty much guess their past, present, and their future intentions, I couldn’t be certain of it and that had me watching their every move through a magnifying glass. That alone pulled me into the story on a level I very seldom experience.





This was an intriguing read that had me thinking of it long after the first book and relentlessly while reading the second. It definitely satisfied my craving for a psychological thriller.

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Profile Image for Paula  Phillips.
5,694 reviews342 followers
February 19, 2022
At the end of Book #1, we read as Liz Foster ended up being exonerated for the murder of Alison who was her husband's mistress as the weapon was found and contained traces of DNA from a Patty Dane who supposedly disappeared from a mental institution. In Book #2 Nathan - Liz's ex-husband is married to his new wife Dr. Evelyn Foster who he met during a grief group when Liz was first convicted and now their little girl Madison. As we all know from reading the first book, Evelyn has a truckload of dark secrets including the big one that she was the one who killed Alison and set Liz up to take the fall. Now Liz is out and is worried for Nathan's safety but with Evelyn telling her side of the story, she has made sure in Nathan's eyes that Liz looks like the bad girl and a danger to her family and their daughter Madison, when that is far from the truth. What happens though when Nathan decides to start exploring Liz's theory to disapprove it but ends up finding out she has more secrets than he could ever imagine. I did feel that the details surrounding Madison's birth could have been expanded a bit more as well as when we find out the truth between Evelyn Powell/ Foster and Patty Dane. If you love psychological and domestic thrillers, then check out Wendy Owens "My Husband's Fiancée Series" as you will not be disappointed with the twists and turns of the story and the lengths people will go to save what they think is the "perfect life".
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759 reviews21 followers
February 18, 2022
Excellent thriller that followed 5 ⭐️ My Husband’s Fiancée! These books are the first I’ve read by this author. Looking forward to reading more !! Incredible plot and twists with a great ending!!
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255 reviews
February 27, 2022
I don’t know what happened between the first and second book but it almost seemed like another author wrote this one. The first was well-paced with a good narrative and characters - this one was clumsy with ham-fisted reveals and foreshadowing.

Are we supposed to believe that Nathan is literally the most clueless man alive? This doesn’t mesh at all with the character portrayed in the first book as the Nathan in this book just accepts entirely nonsensical things such as never going to a prenatal appointment with his wife, missing the delivery of his child (and the fact that his wife didn’t even bother to tell him she was in labor?), Evelyn’s obvious lies about her family…I could go on and on. In this book, Nathan is no more than a blustering idiot with apparently not even a shred of critical thinking skills. And it can’t even be chalked up to being blinded by love since he doesn’t even really like Evelyn.

The ending - even though the conclusion is obvious way before you get there - is rushed, sloppy, and unsatisfying. Honestly, I just wanted it to be over.

I was so disappointed in this book.
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Profile Image for Alison Sharpe-Shreeve.
62 reviews1 follower
February 19, 2022
Once again, thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book. At first there was an issue with downloading it to either of my devices, but I don't think I was alone with this, but I am so grateful that it was rectified and I got to read My Wife's Secrets.
So, My Wife's Secrets is the first book which I have read by Wendy Owens, it definitely won't be the last!!! I believe this book is the second in a series. I have not read the first book and not reading the first book did not take any of the enjoyment out of reading this book.
I read this book within 24 hours of picking it up, it was well written, engaging and easy to read. Some bits I did predict but that didn't take away any enjoyment of the book. Although the twist with Evelyn I didn't get.
Nathan Foster is the husband in the book and you do feel for him, even though he did have an affair whilst him and Lizzy were grieving, but you sort of forgive him as the story goes on.
This is a fantastic read which I thoroughly enjoyed!!!
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96 reviews6 followers
February 14, 2022
A jaw-dropping, heart-pounding literary experience from start to finish! Not even the Super Bowl could keep me away from finishing this outstanding thriller! 😂 Wendy Owens has DONE IT AGAIN with My Wife’s Secrets - a brilliantly written sequel of My Husband’s Fiancée. 😁👍🏼 Secrets can destroy nations…think what they can do to a marriage. But it’s not the ordinary secrets that are being kept from their spouse in this fantastically crafted suspense novel. You HAVE to read it to believe it! 📖😁❤️ Without a doubt, Wendy has created ANOTHER 5 STAR ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ novel! Everyone must add this to their TBR list!
1,250 reviews18 followers
February 19, 2022
This book was phenomenal. I highly recommend this duet. This story was full of suspense from the beginning till the end. I absolutely loved all of the characters. This author brought this book to life. You could feel the pain and strife the characters were going through. But I loved how the ending went. It was fantastic. If you like highly suspenseful and stories full of emotions you will love this book. Highly recommend this duet.
2,705 reviews25 followers
February 16, 2022
4*
When Lizzy is released from prison due to inconclusive evidence the drama begins again.
Lizzy is issuing warnings, Evelyn is keeping secrets, Nathan is beginning to take note and feel things aren't as they should be.
A suspense to keep you reading to the end.
Profile Image for Catherine.
855 reviews4 followers
February 21, 2022
This is book two. If you haven’t read My husbands Fiancé then to get the full enjoyment of this book please read that one first.
The last book left me desperate to see how the story continued. Wendy Owens did not disappoint. We see Lizzy out of jail. Nathan now married to Evelyn with their daughter Maddison completing the family unit. Was his ex wife really guilty of the murder of Allison.
The book explores his feelings for his new wife and daughter. Who should Nathan trust. His past or his future.
Many thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to see an ARC.
Profile Image for Laura.
312 reviews
July 24, 2022
Rubbing my temples as I write this…

To begin with, I loved My Husband’s Fiancée and couldn’t wait to read this one. One I started however, I realized this was just a derpy idiot’s telling of the story. Nathan, who supposedly has a brain in his head can’t figure out that his wife faked her pregnancy. Don’t get me started on the logistics of this. The “spoiler” was the least surprising thing I’ve ever read. I knew Evelyn was Patty as soon as their story was mentioned. Sadly I have to say to skip this one.
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Profile Image for Lu Bielefeld .
4,304 reviews643 followers
January 8, 2023
3 ⭐⭐⭐ - OK, or decent reads
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If he had kept his pants zipped, none of this would have happened. The cheated ex wife paid a heavy price and he didn't even suffer. I was pissed off.
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770 reviews1,196 followers
March 3, 2022
The second book in this duology was better than the first!

Getting Nathan’s POV was interesting, although I thought he was an idiot for a third of the book.

This book was full of twists and turns and highly enjoyable. The only reason it isn’t a 5 star for me is because he seemed really immature and gullible for a “big hedge fund guy” AND the epilogue. I’m annoyed by the way it ended.


4✨
Profile Image for ~lil maso~.
1,943 reviews49 followers
February 18, 2022
4 1/2 stars

I devoured the first book, My Husband’s Fiancée, and literally couldn’t stop reading this book once I started as it continues on with the story. The suspense in this story is paramount and as it builds to a crescendo I was reading as fast as I could to find out what happens—to me that’s the sign of an excellent story.

Nathan is the one who gives his point of view this time and we get to know him so much better. I will be honest and say that I wasn’t his biggest fan in book one but in this book, things are very different. I still can’t say I would jump around with a placard #TeamNathan but with everything that happens and his self-honesty—I liked him much better.

Unraveling the mystery is one of my favorite things in a story and as pieces of this puzzle started to slot together other little pieces seemed to pop up but that just adds to the enjoyment. The dramas and discoveries throughout the story at times leave you gobsmacked, yet at other times make you feel your thoughts were vindicated.

My only issue with the story was that Nathan’s character repeated himself a lot and I mean too much, so that’s why I gave it 4 1/2 stars rather than five.

Excitement plus is the only way to describe what it’s like when the crescendo really does peak, I loved every minute of it and recommend the duet to everyone.

*ARC received in exchange for an honest review*

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February 18, 2022


4 1/2 stars
I devoured the first book, My Husband’s Fiancée, and literally couldn’t stop reading this book once I started as it continues on with the story. The suspense in this story is paramount and as it builds to a crescendo I was reading as fast as I could to find out what happens—to me that’s the sign of an excellent story.

Nathan is the one who gives his point of view this time and we get to know him so much better. I will be honest and say that I wasn’t his biggest fan in book one but in this book things are very different. I still can’t say I would jump around with a placard #TeamNathan but with everything that happens and his self honesty—I liked him much better.

Unraveling the mystery is one of my favourite things in a story and as pieces of this puzzle started to slot together other little pieces seemed to pop up but that just adds to the enjoyment. The dramas and discoveries throughout the story at times leave you gobsmacked, yet at other times make you feel your thoughts were vindicated.

My only issue with the story was that Nathan’s character repeated himself a lot and I mean too much, so that’s why I gave it 4 1/2 stars rather than five.

Excitement plus is the only way to describe what it’s like when the crescendo really does peak, I loved every minute of it and recommend the duet to everyone.
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2,340 reviews146 followers
February 23, 2022
Omg...
After the way book one ended, I was overjoyed when the author announced a second book.
And it did not disappoint.
Like some other reviews, some bits irked me, but that's more because I'll always be Team Liz.
When all the secrets are finally revealed, you'll have to scrape your jaw up off the floor.
I'm not going to say anything else as it needs to be experienced first hand to even have a chance of believing, same goes for the fact this book will only make some sort of sense after reading the first one.
Yet again I'm sitting here speechless and insisting that everyone needs to read this duet.
Can't wait to see what the author comes up with next.
Profile Image for Clayr Catherall.
1,626 reviews98 followers
February 21, 2022
After reading My Husband’s Fiancée I couldn’t wait to read the second part of this duet. I needed to know what happens next.

My Wife’s Secrets as you can guess is from Nathan’s POV. It gives us his side of things. I wasn’t his biggest fan, but saw a new side to him in this book.

Not wanting to give too much away, but all the pieces of the puzzle come together. Like the previous book, there’s lots of suspense and drama. I couldn’t stop reading once I started. So make sure you have your drinks and snacks ready.



Profile Image for Heather.
1,917 reviews25 followers
February 22, 2022
I loved the first book and was so glad to see there was a second. This book is told from Nathan's point of view., which I really enjoyed. It starts after Lizzy has been released from prison and he has married Evelyn and they have a daughter. The mystery is still there, only this time Nathan is piecing things together. This is one of those books where any information given could be seen as a spoiler and potentially ruin the story for you. So many of the theories I had reading the first book were right. I'm glad I picked up all the different clues. I also liked the ending. It fit the whole story well I thought.
Profile Image for Caroline O'Sullivan.
85 reviews10 followers
February 23, 2022
For some reason I preferred this to it’s predecessor, My Husband’s Fiancé. In this book we get an insight into how things are from the husband Nathan’s point of view, a foolish, vain man I had zero empathy for in book one but as this book progressed I found myself warming to him, slightly!!

There are a couple of extremely good twists in the story one of which I definitely didn’t see coming!

Really enjoyed it.

Thank you to NetGalley and to Victory Editing NetGalley CoOp for the advance read.
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1,060 reviews18 followers
February 17, 2022
This is a quick read, a sequel to the first book, but you don't have to read book one to read this one. I figured out pretty early on what was going on and it was hard to watch how naive the husband was
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168 reviews
February 26, 2022
I loved My Husband’s Fiancée and frankly expected better in the sequel. The first book was well written and the way the story unraveled was unique and compelling. I thought the writing in this book was weak and the characters were poorly developed and lacked any depth. Nathan served solely as narrator, he had no real feeling or charisma. Evelyn in no way resembled the Evelyn from the first book. From the first few pages, it was obvious what was going to happen and there were no surprises or twists. Big disappointment!
Profile Image for Donna McEachran.
1,623 reviews36 followers
April 9, 2022
Thanks to Netgalley for a copy of this book for an honest review.

I'm glad I read this book after reading and enjoying the first one just for an ending to the story. This one, however, was a little disappointing. Nathan was really niave to the point of stupidity which was annoying.
Profile Image for Kathy.
912 reviews35 followers
February 28, 2022
3.5 Stars

I'm giving this story 3.5 stars because while it was definitely worthy of reading, it's predictability took some of the fun out of it being a thriller.
810 reviews18 followers
February 23, 2022
So… I knew there was something about Evelyn!! She didn’t seem right in my Husbands Fiancé…. But what is she hiding?

Lizzie is out of jail, her case overturned because of evidence that was not brought to trial that someone else’s DNA was on the murder weapon. Hmmmmm…

Evelyn tells Nathan they need to move where no one knows him. He still loves Lizzie, but will never admit that to his wife, Evelyn. He wants to do better with his daughter, be a better father, so he says he’ll consider the move. He gets a visitor at work who makes him start to wonder….

There is a LOT of angst in this book… twists and turns, and craziness galore. You think you may know what the secrets are…. But do you really? Is Evelyn really who she says she is… or is there something else going on? You’ll keep reading because you have to know!

This book is from Nathan’s point of view, and you learn more about him than in the first book…. He’s not as much of a jerk as you may have thought in My Husband’s Fiance….. or… maybe he is!
1,861 reviews50 followers
February 23, 2022
Although this can be read as a stand alone, it’s best to read the first book in the series - My Husband’s Fiancé.

This book picks up right where the first one left off. Wendy writes a fantastic conclusion to the story. There are so many twists and turns that will keep you on your toes until the end.

Nathan is a bit naive and not a strong person. He’s easily manipulated which is why he’s in the position he is. At times, you want to shake him to wake up and look at what’s in front of you…lol

Evelyn is an odd person and some of the tales she spins will have you go…hmmmm. She is a very manipulative character.

Wendy writes a great thriller with creepy and fascinating characters.

I received a complimentary copy and I am leaving my honest review.
Profile Image for Wendy Livingstone.
20.2k reviews259 followers
February 22, 2022
This is the second book in this amazing series and new evidence has become known which has Lizzie being released from prison. Nathan has a new wife Evelyn and new baby girl, and his wife is terrified with Lizzie being released. Nathan start digging and finds himself questioning what the truth is, and secrets are being hidden from him. Who can be trusted, who is telling the truth? This is a well written story which has secrets, truths, twists, drama, intrigue, suspense, danger, and intrigue, which leads to a thrilling and riveting page turner. I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
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1,536 reviews5 followers
February 23, 2022
**Be sure to read My Husband's Fiancée before starting this one!!**

I didn't think this author could top book one in this duet but I was very much mistaken.

There were so many things happening throughout this book, I never knew what to expect with each turn of the page. But I had no idea things were going to turn out the way they did.

The twist and turns kept me guessing until the very moment that everything was brought to light.
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392 reviews8 followers
March 29, 2023
Even though Nathan was a crappy person in book 1 and book 2 it was still a pretty good read!!! I ended up hating Nathan most of the book! He didn't have Any redeeming qualities! And I was kinda upset that lizzy just forgave allllllll that!
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Profile Image for Jennifer Jackson.
470 reviews3 followers
September 20, 2022
Loved this book, I did have figured out but it was so good! Just make sure you read the first book first so you can get the background for this story.
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