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Title: The Wife Deserved It
Author: Darby Kane
Format: eBook
Length: 115 pages
Rating: 4 stars
Publication Date: October 21, 2025
Challenges: COYER, NetGalley/Edelweiss
Synopsis: Darby Kane, author of #1 international bestseller Pretty Little Wife, delivers an unputdownable domestic thriller novella in which a man has laid the foundation for the perfect murder… or so he thinks.
Reid Cavanagh is done with his marriage. He wants out. He wants the kids. He wants his wife to shut up. He wants the legal fees to stop. He wants peace.
His wife has to die.
Reid is a smart guy. He has a plan to make it happen. He’s studied. He’s been in the chatrooms. He’s heard other men’s stories. He’s learned from their mistakes. He’s ready. His alibi is in place. He has the weapon. Nothing, none of this, will trace back to him. He can do the deed and move on.
Unfortunately for Reid, she’s ready for him.
Review: This fast-paced thriller was so freaking good! I loved the different POVs from each character. It’s exactly what the story needed. I am always wanting more from novellas… like if it was just a little bit longer, lol!
I received a complimentary e-copy through Thriller Book Lovers: The Pulse.
I’m surprised I haven’t heard of this one. I’m going to be honest though it kind of reminds me of The Perfect Marriage a little bit!
I’ve enjoyed this author too. I should probably read this one. Great review!
Anne – Books of My Heart