--- product_id: 43875095 title: "The Husband's Secret" price: "€ 34.23" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/43875095-the-husbands-secret store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # The Husband's Secret **Price:** € 34.23 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Husband's Secret - **How much does it cost?** € 34.23 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/43875095-the-husbands-secret) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF BIG LITTLE LIES . One of the Best Books of the Year— Entertainment Weekly One of the Top Ten Books of the Year— People At the heart of The Husband’s Secret is a letter that’s not meant to be read… My darling Cecilia, If you’re reading this, then I’ve died… Imagine 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 only the life you built together, but the lives of others as well. And then imagine 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. But that letter is about to change everything—and not just for her. There are other women who barely know Cecilia—or each other—but they, too, are about to feel the earth-shattering repercussions of her husband’s secret. READERS GUIDE INCLUDED Review: Well-Executed and Substantial Story of Grief, Betrayal, and Revenge - I think Liane Moriarty has written a masterpiece destined to become a classic. I got sucked into this story almost immediately and did not want to put the book down. Rachel is the about-to-be-abandoned grandma whose heart is bitter over the murder of her daughter 28 years earlier. Cecilia is the Tupperware queen and all-round perfect wife, homemaker, and mother you'd otherwise hate were she not so likeable despite her perfectionism; she practically elevates it to an art form--until her husband's secret topples her from grace. And Tess is the aggrieved wife whose self-diagnosed "social anxiety disorder" (established from a magazine article) allows her to participate in a lifelong, joined-at-the-hip-connection to her obese cousin that spirals to the point where--except for the sex--these two women practically share the same husband. All three of these women's worlds are rocked when unexpected forces beyond their control compel them to unearth the premise operating behind their tidy little selves. Set in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia, to my American hard-wiring, the reversed seasons (Easter kicks off the autumn season there) provide an appropriate bizarro backdrop to these three quirky-yet-relatable main characters and their unusual dilemmas. The Husband's Secret isn't without its (minor) flaws. For one thing, I found the drawn-out buildup to the infamous letter annoying and frustrating. I felt it could have come a bit sooner in the story without sacrificing suspense. I will confess to relieving my irritation by peeking ahead two chapters at the letter, with no harm done. I must say the bombshell it delivered lived up to the tension the author had imparted, even if (for me) it wasn't quite worth the lengthy wait. I also had trouble in the beginning keeping this complex cast of extended characters and their relationships to one another straight. I actually had to draw a diagram! Though The Husband's Secret is a quick read, this is not due to "fluff factor" so much as its engrossing themes. This is a story of substance that explores serious questions about repentance, vengeance, and justice; how much of ourselves we ought to sacrifice in commitment to spouse and children; the effect our partners' actions have on our emotional well-being; and the weight we should or shouldn't give to our often fleeting "feelings." It is a story riddled with keen observations like, "Marriage [is] a form of insanity; love hovering permanently on the edge of aggravation." Any currently or formerly married person can attest to that! The Husband's Secret skillfully lays bare a broad spectrum of human emotion and yet is highly entertaining--the hallmark of a solid and enduring work. I wholeheartedly recommend it. Review: A compelling story that hooks you from the start... - I'd rate this 4.5 stars. Wow, I may be a little late to the party on this book, but I'm really glad I read it. This is the perfect example of a thought-provoking beach read--it grips you immediately, keeps you totally fascinated, and the plot is almost completely believable, but you won't feel embarrassed reading it, because it's well-written. Cecilia Fitzpatrick is the very definition of an overachieving wife and mother. Her house is spotless and organized to the hilt, she's the president of the Parents & Friends association at her daughters' school, she has a successful business on the side, and is the first to participate, greet, and help, in every situation. With three (reasonably) well-behaved daughters, and a (somewhat) perfect marriage to handsome and successful John-Paul, she certainly appears to have it all. Then one morning she finds a envelope addressed in her husband's hand, to her, which says it should only be opened in the event of his death. And as she ponders what could be in this letter, she starts realizing that things with John-Paul haven't been as solid as usual. Her daughters mention some odd behavior, and then there's the fact that they haven't had sex in quite some time. Should she read the letter or adhere to his wishes and put it away? Meanwhile, Tess has just found out that her husband and her cousin--her co-workers and two closest friends in the world--have fallen in love. She flees her Melbourne home with their young son, and retreats to her mother's house in Sydney to figure her life out. This solution is complicated by the reappearance of an old boyfriend and the fact that her husband and cousin won't stop calling her to explain. Rachel has been living her life mourning her daughter, Janie, who was mysteriously murdered when she was younger. Some 20 years after Janie's death, she still holds a grudge against who she thinks the killer was. The only thing that brightens her days is her time with her young grandson, but Rachel's son has just mentioned that he is moving his family to New York. Cecilia, Tess, and Rachel know each other (or know of each other) peripherally, but their lives will suddenly connect in ways they have never expected. They will discover truths they never knew, and find themselves making sacrifices they never considered. The Husband's Secret shows that you never know everything you think you do about those you love, and how secrets almost always have a way of hurting others. I thought this was a completely compelling read from start to finish, and I flew through the book very quickly. Sure, it's a little melodramatic, but not in a bad way--the main characters have some pretty major issues to deal with. Liane Moriarty is a great storyteller, and even if certain strands of the plot are predictable, they don't take away from the book's appeal. I really enjoyed this. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #416,131 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #209 in Psychological Fiction (Books) #325 in Women's Domestic Life Fiction #1,687 in Psychological Thrillers (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 146,367 Reviews | ## Images ![The Husband's Secret - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81hjKEZbnJL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well-Executed and Substantial Story of Grief, Betrayal, and Revenge *by S***O on January 20, 2014* I think Liane Moriarty has written a masterpiece destined to become a classic. I got sucked into this story almost immediately and did not want to put the book down. Rachel is the about-to-be-abandoned grandma whose heart is bitter over the murder of her daughter 28 years earlier. Cecilia is the Tupperware queen and all-round perfect wife, homemaker, and mother you'd otherwise hate were she not so likeable despite her perfectionism; she practically elevates it to an art form--until her husband's secret topples her from grace. And Tess is the aggrieved wife whose self-diagnosed "social anxiety disorder" (established from a magazine article) allows her to participate in a lifelong, joined-at-the-hip-connection to her obese cousin that spirals to the point where--except for the sex--these two women practically share the same husband. All three of these women's worlds are rocked when unexpected forces beyond their control compel them to unearth the premise operating behind their tidy little selves. Set in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia, to my American hard-wiring, the reversed seasons (Easter kicks off the autumn season there) provide an appropriate bizarro backdrop to these three quirky-yet-relatable main characters and their unusual dilemmas. The Husband's Secret isn't without its (minor) flaws. For one thing, I found the drawn-out buildup to the infamous letter annoying and frustrating. I felt it could have come a bit sooner in the story without sacrificing suspense. I will confess to relieving my irritation by peeking ahead two chapters at the letter, with no harm done. I must say the bombshell it delivered lived up to the tension the author had imparted, even if (for me) it wasn't quite worth the lengthy wait. I also had trouble in the beginning keeping this complex cast of extended characters and their relationships to one another straight. I actually had to draw a diagram! Though The Husband's Secret is a quick read, this is not due to "fluff factor" so much as its engrossing themes. This is a story of substance that explores serious questions about repentance, vengeance, and justice; how much of ourselves we ought to sacrifice in commitment to spouse and children; the effect our partners' actions have on our emotional well-being; and the weight we should or shouldn't give to our often fleeting "feelings." It is a story riddled with keen observations like, "Marriage [is] a form of insanity; love hovering permanently on the edge of aggravation." Any currently or formerly married person can attest to that! The Husband's Secret skillfully lays bare a broad spectrum of human emotion and yet is highly entertaining--the hallmark of a solid and enduring work. I wholeheartedly recommend it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A compelling story that hooks you from the start... *by L***R on November 15, 2013* I'd rate this 4.5 stars. Wow, I may be a little late to the party on this book, but I'm really glad I read it. This is the perfect example of a thought-provoking beach read--it grips you immediately, keeps you totally fascinated, and the plot is almost completely believable, but you won't feel embarrassed reading it, because it's well-written. Cecilia Fitzpatrick is the very definition of an overachieving wife and mother. Her house is spotless and organized to the hilt, she's the president of the Parents & Friends association at her daughters' school, she has a successful business on the side, and is the first to participate, greet, and help, in every situation. With three (reasonably) well-behaved daughters, and a (somewhat) perfect marriage to handsome and successful John-Paul, she certainly appears to have it all. Then one morning she finds a envelope addressed in her husband's hand, to her, which says it should only be opened in the event of his death. And as she ponders what could be in this letter, she starts realizing that things with John-Paul haven't been as solid as usual. Her daughters mention some odd behavior, and then there's the fact that they haven't had sex in quite some time. Should she read the letter or adhere to his wishes and put it away? Meanwhile, Tess has just found out that her husband and her cousin--her co-workers and two closest friends in the world--have fallen in love. She flees her Melbourne home with their young son, and retreats to her mother's house in Sydney to figure her life out. This solution is complicated by the reappearance of an old boyfriend and the fact that her husband and cousin won't stop calling her to explain. Rachel has been living her life mourning her daughter, Janie, who was mysteriously murdered when she was younger. Some 20 years after Janie's death, she still holds a grudge against who she thinks the killer was. The only thing that brightens her days is her time with her young grandson, but Rachel's son has just mentioned that he is moving his family to New York. Cecilia, Tess, and Rachel know each other (or know of each other) peripherally, but their lives will suddenly connect in ways they have never expected. They will discover truths they never knew, and find themselves making sacrifices they never considered. The Husband's Secret shows that you never know everything you think you do about those you love, and how secrets almost always have a way of hurting others. I thought this was a completely compelling read from start to finish, and I flew through the book very quickly. Sure, it's a little melodramatic, but not in a bad way--the main characters have some pretty major issues to deal with. Liane Moriarty is a great storyteller, and even if certain strands of the plot are predictable, they don't take away from the book's appeal. I really enjoyed this. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Smart, Addictive Read! *by C***S on October 5, 2016* A smart, addictive treat! It's not just "The Husband's Secret" we are pining for, it's all the secret's Liane Moriarty dangles in front of us that we want to discover! And it's the fabulous way Liane brings what seems to be three separate stories to a crashing halt together! One of my reading group members chose this book for us to read this month. I assumed that it was going to be a chick lit book, and that the premise of Cecelia Fitzpatrick finding a letter addressed to her, written by her husband and to be read upon his death sounded interesting... especially since her husband was "very much alive" when she found it. It seemed that the story would revolve around the question of whether Cecelia should "open the letter or not" now that she's found it and the results of that decision. Ah, yes, the letter... What deep dark secrets does that hold? But that "secret" is just the beginning! Yes, there is the letter and the "moral" decision, and that delicious dark secret, but the story takes such a turn from there that I absolutely could not put this book down. I was sucked into this story from say page 20 on... EVERYone has secrets! There is a murder, a mystery, jealousy, infidelity, and secrets, secrets, secrets! I don't want to spoil all the fun, so let me just give you a little bit of the layout of the story... There are three "stories" here. First, Cecelia Fitzpatrick, the "perfect" wife, right down to her arrangement of Tupperware in the pantry, who married the wonderful John-Paul, from one of the wealthiest families in town and they have 3 wonderful children. Second, there is Tess, Will and Felicity. Tess and Will are married with a little boy and Felicity is Tess's cousin and closet friend. And lastly, there's Rachel, Grandmother of Jacob, and the mother of Rob who is married to Lauren. All three families have ties to the same town, all three families have an interesting story, and all three of these families are going to experience life altering changes because of one another. And just when you think that the story has reached its' climax, you'll be saying to yourself, "OMG!" Liane Moriarty's writing is kind of light and airy, like you'd find in a good "Chick Lit" book. (I haven't really heard much about 'Chick lit' these days either, does it still exist?!). BUT, just when you think that the story will be a "light" read, the story teasing you along to a place you THINK it's going, Liane pulls the rug right from under you, and she doesn't stop there. This "light" read turns into such a great read with twists and turns that you wouldn't expect. A story much more complex then you'd think at its humble beginning. Definitely a book I would recommend to almost anyone who enjoys their fiction with a mystery and a bit of Tupperware mixed in! I will now be reading more of Liane Moriarty! This book was her debut novel, which became a #1 hit in the UK back in 2013. She now has 6 more books under her belt, one of which, Truly Madly Guilty, was published this year. Just make sure you put The Husband's Secret on your TBR list!!! 5 stars from this Chick! *P.S. Something to keep in mind when reading The Husband's Secret... there are a lot of characters that Liane throws at you right from the start. With out any "formal" introductions, early chapters seem to jump right into the middle of a story that you don't know anything about, or the people that are involved. At first, I found it confusing and was trying to sort out who these people were. Eventually you'll see that there are three separate families and it will not seem confusing any longer. You'll be able to follow these "separate" stories seamlessly. Keep a list of characters if you need to at first, but don't let this "complication" deter you from the story. 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