The Widow: An absolutely unputdownable and gripping psychological thriller

K.L. Slater

Nov 2021 · Bookouture

About this ebook

My husband was not a monster. No matter what they say…

 

The day my husband, Michael, stepped in front of a lorry after being questioned by the police, my world fell apart. He was devoted to me and our six-year-old daughter. But they’d connected him to the disappearance of a young mother from our tiny village.

 

Now I stand at Michael’s funeral, clutching my little girl’s hand, with tears in my eyes as I insist to all our friends that he died an innocent man. Yet the questions have started, and nothing I say will stop them digging for the truth.

 

But none of them can read the secrets in my heart, or know about the phone I found hidden in his toolbox… 

 

I’m determined that my daughter will not remember her father as a monster. I will erase any hint of wrongdoing in this house whatever the cost.

 

Because to keep my daughter safe, the last thing I need is for people to start looking at me…

 

A completely gripping psychological thriller from the author of the number one bestseller The Marriage. If you like Gone Girl, The Girl on The Train and The Wife Between Us then you will love The Widow.

 

What everyone is saying about The Widow:

 

‘The Queen of twists is back. OMG! I can't believe how many twists this book revealed. It's one hell of a roller coaster ride and in parts left me gasping and holding my breath. I LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT… I was dying to know how this book would end and what a SHOCKING, BRILLIANT, UNEXPECTED ending it was.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Just wow! Definitely one of my favourite books of the year! I was hooked from page one and the thrills never ceased. Awesome characters and storyline. KL Slater weaves her magic again,… Huge on the creep factor and shocking twists! Wish I could give this more than a huge five stars.’Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

‘OMG Kim what a bloody fantastic gripping read… absolutely everything you could want from a thriller.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

‘She's whipped up another winner in my book… it makes for an exciting adventure I really hated to put down come bedtime (and in the end, I stayed up another half-hour or so just to get it finished)… Loved it!’ Books by Monnie, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

‘Another brilliant story that keeps you up to the wee small hours’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

‘A twist I didn't see coming. From the prologue, I was hooked! This is the first book by this author I've read, but I can say without a doubt it won't be the last. ‘ Celtic Connexions, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

‘It kept me awake, I needed to finish it. So many twists and turns, just gobsmacked it takes psychological thrillers to another level. Outstanding page-turner of a book.’ Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This author never disappoints, and I just loved and devoured this book in one session. It was brilliant and the ending pure genius… It was just so engrossing.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

‘Intense, clever and heartbreaking… truly an awesome experience. I hope everyone can get a chance to read this book. Totally worth it. 5 stars! No doubt!’ Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

‘I'll read anything from K.L. Slater so I dove right in to this and loved it! Really enjoyed the twists and storyline. Would definitely recommend to any thriller lover. ‘ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ratings and reviews

BLOG TOUR REVIEW Review for 'The Widow' by K.L Slater. Read and reviewed via NetGalley for K.L Slater, Bookouture publishers and Bookouture anonymous Publication date 12th November 2021. This is the third book I have read by this author. I have previously read 'The Girl She Wanted' and 'The Marriage' which I highly recommend. I was originally drawn to this book by its beautiful eye catching cover and its intriguing synopsis and title. The synopsis stated that 'If you like Gone Girl, The Girl on The Train and The Wife Between Us then you will love The Widow. ' I am a huge fan of 'Gone Girl' and 'The Girl On The Train' so am looking forward to seeing if this lives up to this statement. I am also a huge fan of K. L Slater and if this is half as good as 'The Marriage' and 'The Girl She Wanted' it is sure to be a page turning read. I must admit I was also biased due to the publisher being Bookouture. I have yet to read a book published by Bookouture that I haven't enjoyed. Hopef

Another great psychological thriller from this author. Had me hooked from the first chapter. Kate and Michael had the perfect loving marriage, or so Kate thought. After Michael is killed by a truck driver she begins to question if she really knew him at all. Could he really have had anything to do with not just one, but two missing people? The villagers clearly believe he is guilty but can Kate look past the evidence which is mounting and protect her daughter from thinking her Daddy was a killer? Along with the two missing people, there is also an unsolved case from 23 years ago. Could this also be connected to Michael back when he was just a teenager? Luckily Kate has her best friend Donna for emotional support but she too is going through a difficult time with her cheating husband Paul. Written from the point of view of several characters, past and present really made the story reveal just enough at a time to see where it was going, but then a twist, and then another. Really gripping, page turning thriller, just how I like it. I wasn’t expecting all those twists at all so well done to the author for keeping me guessing.

K.L Slater in my opinion is a superb writer. I've yet to read one of her books that I didn't love so getting approved for this book by Netgalley & Bookouture in exchange for an honest review was exciting for me. I usually can guess the ending in many thriller/mystery books because I have read so many but this one, I was shocked. The characters Kate, Micheal, and Donna were brilliantly developed and relatable. The ideal wife, husband, and friend. The ending, a totally unforeseen twist. Definitely, and edge of your seat, page-turner. I highly recommend this book if you're looking for a mystery. If it's your first K.L Slater read, it will not be your last.