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  • The Husband's Secret

  • By: Liane Moriarty
  • Narrated by: Caroline Lee
  • Length: 13 hrs and 44 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (31,796 ratings)

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The Husband's Secret

By: Liane Moriarty
Narrated by: Caroline Lee
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Publisher's summary

"My darling Cecilia, if you’re reading this, then I’ve died...."

Imagine that your husband wrote you a letter, to be opened after his death. Imagine, too, that the letter contains his deepest, darkest secret - something with the potential to destroy not just the life you built together, but the lives of others as well. Imagine, then, that you stumble across that letter while your husband is still very much alive....

Cecilia Fitzpatrick has achieved it all - she's an incredibly successful businesswoman, a pillar of her small community, and a devoted wife and mother. Her life is as orderly and spotless as her home. But that letter is about to change everything, and not just for her: Rachel and Tess barely know Cecilia - or each other - but they too are about to feel the earth-shattering repercussions of her husband’s secret.

Acclaimed author Liane Moriarty has written a gripping, thought-provoking novel about how well it is really possible to know our spouses - and, ultimately, ourselves.

©2013 Liane Moriarty (P)2013 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

“Spellbinding.... A knockout!” (Emily Giffin, New York Times best-selling author)

The Husband’s Secret is so good, you won’t be able to keep it to yourself.” (USA Today)

“Lip-smacking and sharply intelligent.” (Entertainment Weekly)

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Outstanding!

What made the experience of listening to The Husband's Secret the most enjoyable?

Character development, pace and talent of reader was great. Story was fantastic!

What did you like best about this story?

The performance and the story development and conclusion!

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Great combo - author and narrator

The usual wonderful twists and turns of this author that come together well. I love this narrator also, so great combo. But still deciding on what I thought of the ending...

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Best book I've read in a very long time

this author has the most extensive emotional intelligence that I knew was possible. her descriptions of self talk really helped us to understand the most contrary moments, thoughts and actions. I so appreciate her for giving so freely her gift to us readers. she has truly found her purpose. I feel like all of her characters are real friends of mine.

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In the End

Thorough development of the three main subjects. The middle at times felt like I was listening to a dime store novel. But in the end, it gave me a lot to think about. The "Whatifs" aside... I guess I would describe it as the psychology of family relationships and murderers.

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Real life

This was a great story of what life really hands you. Nothing is ever as it seems and things don't always perfectly fall into place.

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Captivating

First off the performer was wonderful and the story was fascinating. I enjoyed the book from start to finish.Great ending but did not see it coming.

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couldn't put it down!

I loved the characters and the narrator. I loved her humor. Definitely going to find more books by this author!

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New author to me.

Would you consider the audio edition of The Husband's Secret to be better than the print version?

I did not read the book, but I do think that the audio version was done very well.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Husband's Secret?

A pivotal point after the secret is revealed.

What about Caroline Lee’s performance did you like?

Her voice is amazing.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The day after the secret is revealed. That is one of my worst fears.

Any additional comments?

I read additional books by this author to see if they were as good. She is a good read, fun, enjoyable and good for people who are interested in relationship type books. She gives many points of view which is good when reading a book about a subject that affects so many different people.

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Not what I expected but still an enjoyable listen

I was expecting a one couple story and got a story that jumped between a variety of couples and individuals. A little confusing to start with but once I got to know the characters a little better it was a lot easier to follow. Might be easier to read than to listen to.

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Very interesting!! Kept me listening

This book was very well put together. I love how everyone's lives intertwined behind the scenes. The narrator's British accent suited the story line. I loved it

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