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The Third Wife

By Lisa Jewell
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The Third Wife by Lisa Jewell is a gripping tale about the complexities of family dynamics and secrets. It revolves around Adrian Wolfe, a man whose seemingly perfect life is shattered after the sudden and tragic death of his third wife, Maya. As Adrian delves deeper into Maya's past, he uncovers mysterious elements that challenge his perception of happiness and truth within his blended family.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy a gripping narrative filled with family secrets and emotional twists. Lisa Jewell weaves a compelling tale of mystery and self-discovery, drawing you into the intricate dynamics of an unconventional family. It's a read for those who appreciate character-driven stories with unexpected turns.

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London, 3am, a tragic accident, and Adrian's life starts to fall apart. Because everyone has secrets and secrets have consequences. Some of which can be devastating.

The unforgettable new novel from Top Ten bestseller Lisa Jewell.

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Reissue of the unforgettable novel from top ten bestseller Lisa Jewell, with a fabulously refreshed cover perfect for the psych-susp market.

You think you have the perfect life.

You're successful. Attractive. Well liked.

And you've just got married for the third time.

But that's OK, because everyone's happy. Your children are happy. You're happy. And so is your new wife.

But one tragic accident smashes your perfect life to pieces. Because everyone has secrets, and secrets have consequences.

Some of which can be devastating.

Another unforgettable novel from top ten bestseller Lisa Jewell, author of Then She Was Gone and The Family Upstairs.

The Family Upstairs was the #1 Bestseller in the UK, Sunday Times, August 2019.

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The Third Wife by Lisa Jewell is lauded for its emotional intelligence and compelling plot, offering a brilliantly written examination of modern family dynamics. Critics describe it as a smart, enjoyable story with a narrative that elegantly shifts between various perspectives. The book's captivating characters and the engaging storyline make it an ideal read, perfect for escaping into the complexities of another family's life. It stands out as a top choice among psychological thrillers.

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ISBN: 9780099559573

Publisher: Cornerstone

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 April 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arrow Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 299g

Pages: 432

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Lisa Jewell Literary Fiction Penguin Books Psychological Thriller

About the Author

Lisa Jewell's first novel, Ralph's Party, was published in 1999 and was the best-selling debut novel of the year. Since then she has published another twenty-three novels, most lately a number of dark psychological thrillers, including Then She Was Gone, The Family Upstairs and None of This is True. Lisa is a number one New York Times and Sunday Times author who has sold over ten million books worldwide and been published in more than thirty languages. She lives in north London with her husband, two daughters, Daisy, a Romanian rescue dog, and a mad orange cat called Ivy. @lisajewelluk on Twitter @lisajewelluk on Instagram @lisajewellofficial on Facebook.

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