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Book Synopsis

His terrible secret. Her life-shattering choice . . . Discover the enthralling story of secrets, family, and the danger of the truth from the bestselling author of HBO sensation BIG LITTLE LIES

''Another masterclass from the author of Big Little Lies'' GRAZIA
_________

Cecilia thought she knew her husband.

That is until she finds an envelope with ''to be opened in the event of my death'' written in his hand. Unable to resist temptation, she opens it, and learns a shocking truth he has never dared reveal.

Now Cecilia faces a terrible choice.

Because revealing her husband''s secret will hurt those she loves the most . . .

But could the consequences of staying silent be worse?

_________

''A staggeringly brilliant novel. It is literally unputdownable'' SOPHIE HANNAH

''Finely wrought tension holds up until the final page'' TELEGRAPH


Trade Review
If you loved Big Little Lies as much as the rest of us, you will adore this (just as gripping) book by the same author . . . this book will have you hooked until the very last page * Daily Express *
What would you do if you found a letter in the attic, addressed to you, from your husband - to be opened in the event of his death? Another masterclass from the author of Big Little Lies * Grazia *

The Husband's Secret is a gripping story about love, deception and how the smallest choice can have the biggest consequences. From the bestselling author of the hit HBO series Big Little Lies.

How well do you know your husband?

* from the publisher's description *
Every single one of her books is a great read * E! Online *
The Husband's Secret is a staggeringly brilliant novel. It is literally unputdownable
The story is cleverly plotted, full of suspense and so well-written that it pulls you in from the first page * Sunday Mirror *
Every single one of her books is a great read * E! Online *
If you like Jodi Picoult, you'll love this addictive new book * Essentials *
Dark and compelling, this is a must read * Sun *
The writing is beautiful: sometimes funny, sometimes sad but always compelling * Good Housekeeping *
This is such a clever idea. This is powerful, moving and gripping stuff * Star Magazine *
It's a tense, page-turning story which gradually draws everyone together in a devastating climax. The writing is insightful on the subjects of families and friends, parents and children, husbands and wives. But what makes this a great read are the agonising dilemmas the characters face over blame and guilt, forgiveness and retribution, love and betrayal * The Mail on Sunday, You Magazine *
The book's finely-wrought tension holds up until the final page * The Telegraph *
Fresh, very funny and entertaining, but also intelligent and unsentimental * Marian Keyes on Three Wishes *
Fascinating and compassionate * Daily Telegraph on The Hypnotist's Love Story *
A bittersweet tale by a gifted writer * Women's Weekly on What Alice Forgot *

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    A Paperback / softback by Liane Moriarty

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      Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
      Publication Date: 29/08/2013
      ISBN13: 9781405911665, 978-1405911665
      ISBN10: 1405911662

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      His terrible secret. Her life-shattering choice . . . Discover the enthralling story of secrets, family, and the danger of the truth from the bestselling author of HBO sensation BIG LITTLE LIES

      ''Another masterclass from the author of Big Little Lies'' GRAZIA
      _________

      Cecilia thought she knew her husband.

      That is until she finds an envelope with ''to be opened in the event of my death'' written in his hand. Unable to resist temptation, she opens it, and learns a shocking truth he has never dared reveal.

      Now Cecilia faces a terrible choice.

      Because revealing her husband''s secret will hurt those she loves the most . . .

      But could the consequences of staying silent be worse?

      _________

      ''A staggeringly brilliant novel. It is literally unputdownable'' SOPHIE HANNAH

      ''Finely wrought tension holds up until the final page'' TELEGRAPH


      Trade Review
      If you loved Big Little Lies as much as the rest of us, you will adore this (just as gripping) book by the same author . . . this book will have you hooked until the very last page * Daily Express *
      What would you do if you found a letter in the attic, addressed to you, from your husband - to be opened in the event of his death? Another masterclass from the author of Big Little Lies * Grazia *

      The Husband's Secret is a gripping story about love, deception and how the smallest choice can have the biggest consequences. From the bestselling author of the hit HBO series Big Little Lies.

      How well do you know your husband?

      * from the publisher's description *
      Every single one of her books is a great read * E! Online *
      The Husband's Secret is a staggeringly brilliant novel. It is literally unputdownable
      The story is cleverly plotted, full of suspense and so well-written that it pulls you in from the first page * Sunday Mirror *
      Every single one of her books is a great read * E! Online *
      If you like Jodi Picoult, you'll love this addictive new book * Essentials *
      Dark and compelling, this is a must read * Sun *
      The writing is beautiful: sometimes funny, sometimes sad but always compelling * Good Housekeeping *
      This is such a clever idea. This is powerful, moving and gripping stuff * Star Magazine *
      It's a tense, page-turning story which gradually draws everyone together in a devastating climax. The writing is insightful on the subjects of families and friends, parents and children, husbands and wives. But what makes this a great read are the agonising dilemmas the characters face over blame and guilt, forgiveness and retribution, love and betrayal * The Mail on Sunday, You Magazine *
      The book's finely-wrought tension holds up until the final page * The Telegraph *
      Fresh, very funny and entertaining, but also intelligent and unsentimental * Marian Keyes on Three Wishes *
      Fascinating and compassionate * Daily Telegraph on The Hypnotist's Love Story *
      A bittersweet tale by a gifted writer * Women's Weekly on What Alice Forgot *

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