When Cora finds out her famous husband is cheating on her and his mistress is pregnant with his child she leaves and moves upstate in an attempt to put the experience behind her and build her life again.
Two years later Cora's new world is rocked when her Ex, his new wife and child move to her town, disrupting her new routines and resurfacing all the old feelings she thought she had put behind her. But when they are found dead in their bed and Cora has no alibi for her whereabouts she becomes prime suspect for their murders. And the evidence all points to a jealous revenge killing which makes even Cora start to suspect herself.
The set up of this story has a great hook. A couple are murdered and the evidence all points to the spurred ex-wife. But she was asleep alone that night and never left the house. Or did she? With a history of sleepwalking can Cora really trust herself?
The best element of this book is the back story. The breakdown of the relationship between Hugh and Cora felt real and tangible. The concept of Cora being his artistic muse and the embarrassment of their relationship breaking down so dramatically in public via his paintings was a unique idea. I could really believe the situation Cora found herself in as hard and empathise with her emotions. (Spolier alert coming up!) However, I never really believed Cora was a suspect in the murder. Yes, all the evidence pointed to her but that felt way too obvious and the red herring alternative suspects, again, too obvious. Unfortunately I guessed the murderer pretty early on and it all panned out exactly as I expected. So the big twist fell a bit flat. Overall this was a real page turner with some unique ideas which would make an excellent holiday read. Amazon Affiliate link below.
16 Comments
11/2/2018 07:39:36 am
I love it when characters feel so real... not sure this one is for me though I’m a total scary cat when it comes to crime!
The Frenchie Mummy
11/2/2018 06:14:01 pm
I like a book with a focus on relationships like this. If you can guess who it is before that is a sign you could be a detective! 12/2/2018 05:57:15 am
Oooh, this looks like a great book. I'll have to add it to my list. I've got a linky for any book related posts over on my blog at the moment if you wanted to add your link. :) 12/2/2018 06:47:24 pm
This sounds like a fascinating read and definitely something I'd pick up. However what a shame you guessed the murderer so early on. 13/2/2018 02:51:01 pm
This looks like a good book but a bit of a let down that you figured it out so quick. 14/2/2018 08:18:00 am
You can't beat a good who did it book. The plot line sounds really intriguing. A perfect poolside holiday read. 16/2/2018 02:50:35 pm
Its interesting that you guested the ending as I have a tendency to do that. Although I like the sound of the storyline x
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