55 pages 1 hour read

Sandie Jones

The Other Woman

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In The Other Woman by Sandie Jones, protagonist Emily Havistock enjoys a quiet life until she unexpectedly falls in love with Adam Banks, leading to a tumultuous relationship strained by Adam's overbearing mother, Pammie. Emily faces manipulation and abuse from both Adam and Pammie as she navigates their oppressive dynamics, ultimately uncovering dark secrets in their family. Sections of The Other Woman describe verbal, emotional, and physical abuse.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Other Woman by Sandie Jones is widely praised for its gripping, fast-paced narrative and compelling psychological tension. Reviewers appreciate the unexpected twists and engaging plot, though some criticize the characters' development as lacking depth. Overall, it's considered a captivating read with a strong emotional pull, but not without its flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Other Woman?

Readers who relish psychological thrillers with intricate family dynamics and unexpected twists, similar to Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or B.A. Paris's Behind Closed Doors, will be captivated by Sandie Jones's The Other Woman. They seek suspenseful narratives that explore complex personal relationships and gripping, unforeseeable plot developments.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Psychological Fiction

Topics

Trauma / Abuse / Violence

Themes

Relationships: Mothers

Natural World: Nurture v. Nature

Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies