The Soulmate: A Novel
“One of the best thrillers of the year”—The New York Times
"The book is many things: a crime story, a psychological study, a blueprint for how and when to mete out information in a thriller. But most of all it is an inquiry into the mysteries of marriage and commitment, and into what we owe our spouses and one another." --The New York Times Book Review
Prepare yourself for a thrilling, addictive novel about marriage, betrayal, and the secrets that push us to the edge in this next book from the bestselling author of The Good Sister and The Younger Wife.
Picture a lovely cottage on a cliff, with sloping lawns, walking paths, and beautiful flowers. It’s Gabe and Pippa Gerard’s dream home in a sleepy coastal town. But their perfect house hides something sinister. The tall cliffs have become a popular spot for people to end their lives. Over the past several months, Gabe comes to their rescue, literally talking them off the ledge.
Until one day, he doesn’t. When Pippa discovers Gabe knew the victim, the questions spiral. . . .Did the victim jump? Was she pushed? And would Gabe, the love of Pippa’s life, her soulmate . . . lie? As the perfect façade of their marriage begins to crack, the deepest and darkest secrets begin to unravel. Because sometimes, the most convincing lies are the ones we tell ourselves.
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I had high hopes for this book by Sally Hepworth. Who wouldnât like a story featuring an ominous cliff and a woman who mysteriously goes over when a man who supposedly saves people from jumping to their deaths is near her? (Wow, thatâs a mouthful.) However, as the story dragged on, my interest waned. I just wasnât interested in the way that THIS author presented the âback and forthâ timeline, which is odd, given that I usually love that text structure.
Ultimately, this was a 3.5 read for me and Iâve rounded up on account of Hepworthâs writing style.
The Soulmate tells the story of two marriages told through two wives, Pippa and Amanda. Centered around one suicide, the novel explores themes of fidelity, trust, and loyalty.
While I loved the premise and found the story fairly unique, I found myself frequently frustrated with Pippa (the primary POV). For a character who is seemingly rational, she is pretty clueless. At times her decisions made zero sense to me & with out going into spoilers I didnât understand how she was so oblivious to things around her.
Iâd recommend The Soulmate to lovers of domestic suspense or anyone looking for a quick read that will keep them on the edge of their seats.
Thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for my Advanced Reader Copy of The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth. Publication date: April 4, 2023.
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