By Karen Aleman
Throw away 10 years of marriage or defend the murderous husband; which road will Sarah Morgan choose? The gripping thriller mystery novel The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose will emphasize whether anyone can truly be trusted.
The novel follows the main character Sarah Morgan, a successful criminal defense attorney in Washington, D.C. She has everything one could ever dream of. A loving husband, a perfect marriage of 10 years, a partner position at her firm, and a lake house out in the woods. Everything was going spectacularly for her. On the other hand, there is Adam, Sarah’s husband, a struggling writer who is just trying to have his moment in the limelight. Their perfect marriage suddenly implodes when Adam is arrested for the murder of his mistress at his and Sarah’s lakehouse. Sarah being the best attorney out there, has no other choice but to take the case and try to prove her husband’s innocence, but how can she do that when secret after secret comes rising from the grave of her husband’s mistress? The courtroom trial will come to show who the killer is and whether Sarah knows who she married all those years ago.
"The courtroom trial will come to show who the killer is and whether Sarah knows who she married all those years ago."
The author takes the reader through unexpected twists and turns, keeping the reader on their toes about what curveball will be thrown into the already jaw-dropping story. The novel is fast-paced, making it a guaranteed page-turner that is impossible to put down even for one second. Sarah and Adam's dual point of view also adds that little extra “oomph” factor that gives an insight into Sarah and Adams's past and complicated marriage. The author portrays the characters in an interesting push-and-pull dynamic that keeps the readers wanting to see more. Sarah is the smart, confident, successful, and determined lawyer who is entirely head over heels in love with her husband. Adam is the more mysterious, unreliable, one-hit-wonder writer who loves two women simultaneously. The tension between the couple only adds more fire to the flame of suspense in the air.
The Perfect Marriage is perfect for mystery/thriller fans who love true crime, courtroom dramas, and psychological thrillers. The Perfect Marriage is a thrilling, fast-paced novel filled with curveballs, suspense, and bombshell surprises. It is a perfect mix that raises questions about trust, love, deception, and loyalty, making readers question those closest to anyone. If you have enjoyed other books like The Housemaid or The Silent Patient, this novel should be next on the list of books to read.
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