'The Wife at the Window' proved to be a captivating read. Owing to its sensitive subject matter, it was an emotional experience that may not appeal to all readers; however, a trigger warning is provided at the start as a precaution.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for my ARC.

I would like to thank NetGalley and Bookouture for this ARC.

I loved the beginning of this book and I liked the build up in this story. However, a lot of the action was more towards the last 30% of the book.

At first, I didn’t really like Emerson’s character but throughout the story I started to understand where she was coming from. She was resilient and didn’t back down. Talia on the other hand was a horrible human being.

I enjoyed the twist’s and thought it was good. I did not see that coming. The only thing for me was that one of the twists could’ve been taken out because the connection seemed a bit pointless. A nice thriller if you like few twists.

I have such mixed feelings about this book. The audiobook was engaging and Cara’s writing was easy to follow, gripping, and creative. However, unfortunately, the ending felt incomplete and it did not feel like it had the resolution the book built up for, buuut if you don’t mind more of an open-ended last chapter.. then it might not bother you too much.

What I loved:
- The dual female POV of two very different ladies
- Cara’s descriptions, she effectively builds up tension and sets up the atmosphere
- I always love me an unreliable narrator ;)
- the psychological aspect of the book
- hardcore Mom fighting for her son

What I did not love:
- The ending :(
- The overall story reminded me a bit too much of ALL THE DANGEROUS THINGS by Stacy Willinghan IYKYK 👀
- Shep 🫠 are you for reaaaaal

With all that said, this book is for fans of THE NIGHT SHE DISSAPPEARED by Lisa Jewell, THE BREAKDOWN by B.A Parris, or THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR.

Thank you NetGalley for my ARC 🫶

"The Wife at the Window" is a rollercoaster of twists and turns that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The plot is undeniably engaging, pulling you deeper into the mysterious world of the two narrators’ unraveling reality. However, amidst the excitement, some characters felt unrealistically portrayed, with actions and motivations that seemed forced or inconsistent. Additionally, the resolution left much to be desired, feeling somewhat incomplete and leaving lingering questions. Despite these shortcomings, the novel shines in its clever twists and gripping plot, making it a fun and thrilling read for fans of psychological thrillers.

Thank you NetGalley for this advance reader copy in exchange for my free and honest review. Holy cow, this was an amazing novel! The characters were portrayed perfectly and had my emotions running high for all their intended and separate reasons. Perfectly written and a book I will not forget for quite some time. I cannot wait to read other books by this author. I am seriously impressed with her writing skills.

This one started off strong if a little drawn out. I was intrigued to see where the storyline went. I found the only character I really liked was Emerson, the others were only ok but Thalia I really disliked her and would happily punch her in the face. It felt like I completely missed the middle of the storyline and thrown into the last 1/4. It felt a little like it all went a little mad at this point and the outcome and how it all came together was a little disjointed and the author through everything at it. It was a little like starting with one book but the ending belonged to another. It was an ok listen but wouldn’t be a favourite.

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What a tremendous book. This book kept my attention and I stuggled to put it down. I really liked the character Emmerson, this lady has been through hell and she is just desperate to get her child back. A very good psychological thriller.

When you relate to a character the book is so much better to enjoy. You feel their emotions, their trials and tribulations. You put yourself in their shoes because you've walked a similar past. Emerson is just a lost mother from tragedy that everyone blamed her for and only wanting to see her child. And she did everything she could. Talia, the ex husband's girlfriend, seemed like she wanted the best for Leo but did she? Or was she just extremely selfish. This book was a whirlwind of emotions, drama and action. I pray Emerson gets the happy outcome she so deserves. This was a great read and I would definitely recommend!

Thank you Bookouture and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

The beginning of the book started slow for me but I found the rest of the book to be well-paced and kept me guessing until the very end. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more books by Cara Reinard.

Thank you Bookouture for a copy on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
The Wife At The Window is a satisfying melodrama with hints of a thriller, a plethora of tension and a twisted ending.
A gripping, chaotic and smart story that will keep you flipping the pages way into the night.
Emerson has just been released from hospital.
She has just spent the last ten months recovering from the death of her daughter that she was blamed for.
Now Emerson wants to reunite with her son, Leo.
He is living with Shep, her ex husband and his new girlfriend, the manipulative Talia.
But nothing is ever straight forward and Emerson must battle her own evils as well as fight for the truth until it comes to a dramatic conclusion.
My first reading experience with a Cara psychological drama and was very impressed as I thoroughly enjoyed my reading encounter.
With a tangled plot, a bunch of provocative characters and a dire atmosphere and it will get the mind working overtime.
Fast paced with a few shocking surprises, the hints are all there but can you pick them out among the web of secrets, lies and deception.
I look forward to reading my next Cara book.

This book kept me wanting more the whole time. The characters were engaging and I loved to hate most of them. I knew there was going to be a twist in there someone but unlike some stories this one wasn’t predictable. I found myself not knowing who was the true villain until the end.

I’d like to thank Bookouture and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read ‘The Wife At The Window’ written by Cara Reinard in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

Emerson Kingsley is in a mental hospital following at accident at home where she’s accused of killing her baby daughter Thea. Nobody believes she’s innocent, her husband Shep divorces her and his girlfriend Talia moves into their home acting as mother to her four-year-old son Leo. After a year Emerson is finally released and watches Leo through the window but when she’s allowed to visit him Talia has other ideas and will do everything in her power to stop her.

‘The Wife At The Window’ is a tense thriller with a nicely thought-out plot that’s kept me involved from page one. I feel sorry for Leo who’s got caught between two women, his mum Emerson who loves him to bits and his heartless would-be step-mum. It’s obvious that Shep isn’t interested in Emerson’s recovery, though he doesn’t seem particularly interested in Talia either, so won’t commit to either. There’s plenty of suspense, drama and twists and turns, and a conclusion that both surprised and shocked me. It’s a great read and I recommend it.

This was such an exhilarating read, it had me hooked right away and the tension and suspense kept me reading!

This book is decently paced, kept me on my toes, and shocked me in more ways than one. I was NOT disappointed with the storyline. I definitely need to read more thrillers and more Cara because I did not want to put this one down. I had so many moments where I thought I knew “who dunnit” but was wrong every time. And I love that for me 😂 If you’re in need of a good addicting thriller, make this your next read.
Thank you Cara for the opportunity to read this early through NetGalley.

It was 2:16 AM when I finished this book, my apple watch had warned me that my heart rate had increased, and my first thought was to take it off because even the sightless vibration was a significant interruption when I was almost done with this book.

I will split this book into three major parts. The first part is about 50% of the book; the story is building, the characters are developing, and at the end, you probably have a couple of characters you are dislinking by now. From half of the book to chapter 50, you are probably agitated and wondering how this book is supposed to finish so soon. There is so much to be discussed and solved! From chapters 51-57, your blood pressure is high; if anyone interrupts, you will probably lose it. The end is everything but what I thought it would be. The story is so well executed that I would reread it with a new frame and find new aspects that I disregarded as nothing the first time I read it.

The book deals with mental health, child loss, family dynamics, work environments, family law/courts, and crime.

After reading this book, I have to read every single book from Cara Reinard, and you will probably feel the same way. This book is one of my favorite reads of 2024! The plot is outstanding, and the subplots are also well-accomplished. Read this book; you will not regret it. Also, this makes a fabulous book for a book club! I will for sure be recommending it.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. Bravo to Cara!!! What an incredible book.
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The Wife At the Window:
Full of suspense , this gripping psychological thriller is a must read! So many twists & turns that you won’t see coming!! Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc.

The baby died and everything that I had was gone away
My darling boy called Leo was with my darling husband called Shep and his girlfriend called Talia
My name is Emerson and I have to get my boy back
I had an ARC

The wife at the window far exceeded my expectations and I’d definitely describe it as addicting. Cara Reinard has written a story that will keep you guessing and unable to put the book down. I read it on a plane and couldn’t read fast enough. So many characters play a part in the story and each of them has their own twisty tale. I highly recommend this book if you’re looking for a great thriller.
Emerson has suffered great tragedy with the loss of her infant daughter at her own hands. An accident that disrupted her so much she was committed to a mental hospital. Since she was younger she has been haunted by a man in her dreams attaching her and trying to kill her right before she wakes and realizes it’s all in her imagination. No one believes her.
After therapy and extensive rehab her therapist believes she is ready to get out and start supervised visits with her son. If Emerson hasn’t already been through enough her ex-husbands girlfriend is doing everything she can to stop that from happening. How can she convince the judge to give her a chance when her episodes keep happening? Seeing her son is the only thing that has gotten her through her pain.
Emerson is about to learn the truth of her past and how that has changed the course of her life. Can she get her family back? Can she prove that everything that’s happened is real?

This was my first book by this author, but it definitely won’t be the last! It does hook you in straight from the get go with the characters of Emerson and Talia pov. Throughout the book, you get an insight into the personal and transformative growth of Emerson and Talia as well as the challenges that they faced, especially Emerson.

I managed to read this book in one sitting! This was due to the amount of twists and turns this book had, especially for the last section of the book, where I was left speechless.

This is a great read for those who enjoy psychological thrillers.

Stayed up late just to finish this book. No way I could wait until morning.
Emmerson was married to Shep and they had a wonderful son and now a little sister for him. It was everything she wanted until one night she had an accident which resulted in her daughter dying. She ended up in a mental health hospital as she couldn't come to terms with it.
Meanwhile her husband moved on and now has a new mummy for their son. Emmerson is now better and wants access to see he son but the new woman in their life has other ideas and will do anything to stop this from happening.
So many twists to this book, especially right at the end. Can't wait to read more from this author.