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The Perfect Wife by JP Delaney is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of identity and artificial intelligence. The story revolves around a woman who awakens with no memory, only to discover she's a life-like robot created by her bereaved husband, who is desperate to bring back the wife he lost. As she grapples with questions about her past and her existence, a tangled web of secrets and motivations begins to unravel, keeping readers on edge.
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You might enjoy this gripping psychological thriller if you're intrigued by the blurred lines between reality and artificial intelligence, and if unexpected twists and complex character dynamics are your cup of tea. This novel delves into the themes of identity, memory, and trust, making it a thrilling choice for fans of mind-bending mysteries and crime stories.

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The Perfect Wife

The enthralling psychological thriller from the million-copy bestselling author of The Girl Before, perfect for fans of The Woman in the Window and The Wife Between Us.

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‘Seriously brilliant’ CJ Tudor

‘Chilling and compulsive’ Cara Hunter

“There's something I have to explain, my love,” he says, taking your hand in his. “That wasn't a dream. It was an upload.”

Abbie wakes in a hospital bed with no memory of how she got there. By her side is her husband Tim, the driven British founder of one of the world's most ground-breaking tech companies. They met when she joined his startup as artist-in-residence, their marriage a Silicon Valley fairy tale.

But as Abbie's memories return, she realises there's something missing from Tim's version of events. Because, five years ago, Abbie Cullen-Scott was pronounced dead...

See what everyone is saying about JP Delaney, the hottest name in psychological thrillers:

‘DAZZLING’ Lee Child

‘ADDICTIVE’ Daily Express

‘DEVASTATING’ Daily Mail

‘INGENIOUS’ New York Times

‘COMPULSIVE’ Glamour Magazine

‘ELEGANT’ Peter James

‘SEXY’ Mail on Sunday

‘ENTHRALLING’ Woman and Home

‘ORIGINAL’ The Times

‘RIVETING’ Lisa Gardner

‘CREEPY’ Heat

‘SATISFYING’ Reader's Digest

‘SUPERIOR’ The Bookseller

‘MORE THAN A MATCH FOR PAULA HAWKINS’ Sunday Times

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The Perfect Wife by JP Delaney is praised as an inventive and thrilling exploration of what it means to be human. It is described as a first-rate psychological suspense with a gripping narrative that captivates readers. The book's complex plot, rich characterisation, and well-paced suspense are highlighted, offering a deeply thought-provoking experience. It is considered a chilling, unique twist on the unreliable narrator, making it a must-read for thriller enthusiasts.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529431506

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Quercus Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 464

About the Author

JP Delaney's first psychological thriller, The Girl Before, was an instant Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller and went on to sell over a million copies worldwide. His subsequent books Believe Me, The Perfect Wife, and Playing Nice were also top ten bestsellers, while Playing Nice was a Richard and Judy Book Club selection. Recently, JP Delaney has been heavily involved in the television adaptation of The Girl Before, as lead writer and co-executive producer.

www.jpdelaney.co.uk

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