The Wife Before: A Spellbinding Psychological Thriller with a Shocking Twist
Fans of Verity will be engrossed by this unpredictable novel of suspense as a new bride’s fairytale marriage becomes a prison of secrets. From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Perfect Ruin, this insidiously sexy, twist-filled psycho-drama is reminiscent of the classic gothic tale Rebecca.
“Sexy, scandalous, and striking, this twist-filled psychodrama, like a cosmo, is definitely worth the hype.” – Readers Entertainment Magazine
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Samira Wilder has never had it easy, and when her latest lousy job goes south, things only promise to get harder. Until she unexpectedly meets a man who will change her life forever. Renowned pro golfer Roland Graham is wealthy, handsome, and caring, and Samira is dazzled. Best of all, he seems to understand her better than anyone ever has. And though their relationship moves a bit fast, when Roland proposes, Samira accepts. She even agrees to relocate to his secluded Colorado mansion. After all, there’s nothing to keep her in Miami, and the mansion clearly makes him happy. Soon, they are married amid a media firestorm, and Samira can’t wait to make a fresh start—as the second Mrs. Graham . . .
Samira settles into the mansion, blissfully happy—until she discovers long-hidden journals belonging to Roland’s late wife, Melanie, who died in a tragic accident. With each dusty page, Samira comes to realize that perhaps it was no accident at all—that perhaps her perfect husband is not as perfect as she thought. Even as her trust in Roland begins to dwindle and a shadow falls over her marriage and she begins to fear for her own life, Samira is determined to uncover the truth of Melanie’s troubled last days. But even good wives should know that the truth is not always what it seems . . .
“Truly riveting.” – Urban Reviews
“A shocking, sensual thriller.” —Tarryn Fisher, New York Times bestselling author on The Perfect Ruin
From the Publisher
Publisher : Dafina
Publication date : June 28, 2022
Language : English
Print length : 320 pages
ISBN-10 : 1496731115
ISBN-13 : 978-1496731111
Item Weight : 10 ounces
Dimensions : 5.51 x 0.91 x 8.19 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,601 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #5 in Black & African American Women’s Fiction (Books) #83 in Psychological Thrillers (Books) #90 in Suspense Thrillers
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11 reviews for The Wife Before: A Spellbinding Psychological Thriller with a Shocking Twist
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Jasmine T –
Absolute Page Turner. Read in One Day.
So I purchased this book a year and a half ago, lost it, then found it. I read itIn ONE day. This is my 1st book from this author. I absolutely love the writing style and the flow of the story. I was engaged the whole time. There were turns left and right and just when I thought I had it narrowed down to the killer, I was turned to another suspect. Roland is my type of man, but he definitely has a few flaws, Samira landed the jackpot with him, at least I think so. Absolutely loved this book and will read others from the author.
Jean M –
Great read
The Wife Before is a fast-paced psychological thriller that kept me interested from the beginning. The story is easy to follow, the tension builds steadily, and there’s always a sense that something isn’t quite right. It’s one of those books that makes you want to keep reading just to see how everything unravels.The twist was unexpected and well done, even though parts of the plot felt familiar if you’ve read a lot of domestic thrillers. The characters were intriguing, though I wished some were developed a bit more.Overall, it’s an entertaining and suspenseful read with a solid twist. A great choice if you enjoy psychological thrillers and want something gripping but easy to get through.
Judi Burrell –
Best Book ever
This is one of the best books I have ever read. Truly what a story. Once I started it I could not put it down. The ending was jaw dropping as I never saw it coming.
anna –
Slow
was really slow and the ending felt so random
Flowatress –
4.5 star for story but poor printing!!
Enjoyed the story!! Characters well developed and plot twists I didn’t see coming! I would think I knew something and get served a curve ball! Kept me engaged and entertained. Would have been a 5 star for me if there was better banter at times. Towards the end of the book pages were so light I could barely see and some pages had black streaks
KENYA –
The wife before book review
This book was soo good! It was a good thriller, and I am so glad I wasn’t able to predict the ending. I look forward to reading more books by this author. The style of writing reminded me a lot of Frieda McFadden, if you are familiar with her books. I bought this book during Black History Month, to support a black author. But I think I just found a new favorite. I look forward to reading more books by this author
Ann –
Total worth it!!!
Twisted!!!
Kim –
Yes!!! Loved this! Enjoyable, cozy domestic thriller
I binged this like crazy and finished it in a day! Wow! Shanora Williams delivers a compelling and atmospheric domestic thriller, partially set in my home, Miami, and in Colorado, with “The Wife Before”, weaving suspense, romance, and mystery into an engaging read. From the start, I was drawn into Samira’s and Roland’s worlds, and Williams’ writing style kept me hooked with its smooth, immersive flow. She balances tension and emotion well, creating a story that is both gripping and easy to devour.The plot itself unfolds in an intriguing way, with well-paced twists and secrets that slowly unravel. The characters felt fully realized, and I appreciated the development of Samira’s journey, as well as the psychological depth woven into the story. The theme of uncovering dark truths in a seemingly perfect relationship was handled effectively, making for an addictive read.That said, I found the ending slightly predictable, which took away some of the final punch. While the buildup was strong, I anticipated the direction the story would take before the big reveal. Still, that didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the novel as a whole—Williams crafted a thrilling ride with a compelling premise, layered relationships, and enough suspense to keep me turning the pages.Overall, “The Wife” Before is a well-written and enjoyable thriller, perfect for readers who love stories about secrets, obsession, and the dark side of love. Despite the somewhat foreseeable ending, the journey to get there was more than worth it.
Marian Chawner –
Gosh this book keeps you on the edge of your seat right up until the last sentence. Shanora really knows how to write an incredibly absorbing thriller, with some extremely dark hidden secrets. The characters are so believable, and the heroine so determined. Samaria a young lady finding it difficult to focus on the necessities of life is forced to stand on her own to feet and not rely on hand outs from her brother Kellan and her friend Sheila. Jell is soon to be a Dad, and his fiancée does not get on with his sister particularly well, and Sheila, wants space when her boyfriend moves into her flat. A chance encounter whilst Mira is waitressing has her meeting Roland a professional golfer with a sinister past. A widower, who although walking around freely fell deeply under suspicion when his first wife committed suicide, whilst under the influence of heroine. He was never proved guilty but everyone had opinion that reflected on his career. The two start a whirl wind romance and finish up married and moving into Roland’s home. The one he built with his first wife. Journals that Mira finds written by her hand, the first wife, cast shadows of doubt, and so the incredible journey of deceit, encounters and plots unfold. It is so well written that when the end does arrive the reader is most definitely wanting more. Cruel characters weave in and out. Those you thought you knew you didn’t, and those you thought were fair left you realising that perhaps you only saw what they wanted. The heroines sheer determination, continues throughout the book, and is basically the total backbone of this exciting novel. One not to miss. One to digest and ponder. Some topics are difficult to absorb, and some are quite macabre, but all essential for a phenomenal story. Well worth more than 5 stars. This ladies work always is. Totally excellent.
Amazon Customer –
Good book keeps you gripped from the beginning wanting to find out more and more. The twists and plots were easy to guess but overall it was a good read
Jade –
Can’t imagine how this book is rated as high as it is. Terribly unlikeable characters, a predictable plot and childish writing. Forced myself to finish reading hoping to find some redeeming quality but unfortunately it just got worse.