Sorry, but a DNF at Chapter 12. I didn't feel interested or invested in the characters, especially in Maddox's POV. The premise of the story was interesting, and it was well-written, but it didn't pull me through the pages. Too much telling. Side note: error on page 41 where "Rich" should be Daniel on the first page of the chapter.

This is the first KL Slater book I have read and it won’t be the last.
When Rich and Liv are enjoying the good life with their friends, little did Liv know what was really going on. When Rich confesses all and says his only option is to disappear for a while, Liv stands by him and brings up her young son Maddox.
The book spans over ten years with snippets going back and forth.
Teenage Maddox is drawn into some dangerous situations but what’s the real reason behind all this?
The book had some great twists and despite quite a few characters was easy to follow. A great read.

Thank you NetGalley and to the publisher for this ARC! Wow! This had my head spinning the entire time. There were times where I literally could not stop reading because it NEEDED to know what happened next. The different POV made it so interesting and face paced. I had no idea where this was going and I love that you couldn’t figure out the twist. I’ll definitely be reading more from this author! Overall, an amazing thriller with lots of twists and turns! 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Eleven years ago, my husband disappeared. Eleven long hard years I waited, my heart breaking for our son, who didn't know his father was coming back. Today my hands shake as I try to understand, my husband has a new wife, it wasn't part of our plan. Eleven years ago my husband made a terrible mistake. I sacrificed everything to help him fix it. But now he's put our son and me in danger again.

Eleven years ago, Liv's husband Rich disappeared when he was out flying a kite with his three-year-old son Maddox. Maddox was found, Rich wasn't. Kait is married to Daniel and she is pregnant with their first child when Daniel starts being secretive. All the classic signs of that he is cheating on her. But when she finds Maddox's unique pupil number, she knows Daniel is hiding something from her.

The story starts off slowly, the twists kept coming, and I was intrigued to find out how the story was going to unfold. I was not disappointed. There were a lot of characters to remember. It's also told from multiple points of view. It's filled with lies and deceit. This story shows how even the best made plans can go terribly wrong.

Published 1st November 2024

I would like to thank #NetGalley #Bookouture and the author #KLSlater for my ARC of #TheMarriedMan in exchange for an honest review.

Just when you think you’ve figured it out, there’s another twist! As always K.L. Slater has produced another blinder.

A gripping thriller that kept me turning the pages until the shocking ending, brilliant twists and turns!

K.L Slater does it again with The Married Man. I was hooked from the first page and couldn't put it down. This one was filled with twists and turns that I never saw coming.
The Married Man is filled with deception, betrayals, secrets, lies and characters that you just love to hate.
I like the different points of view and the past and present perspective. The plot was well thought out. Clear your schedule because you won't be able to put this one down.

This was a good read. Interesting twists and a few different plot lines that I wouldn't suspect. I enjoy this authors style

I really liked this one! Well written, short, fast paced chapters with identified timelines (past and present) and various POVs keep you guessing. Likeable and unlikeable characters. The dodgy Caleb, who screws over is friend, is particularly despicable; I found myself cheering his demise. The story twists and turns right to the end. I highly recommend it!
Thank You to NetGalley, Bookouture, and K.L. Slater for the opportunity to read and enjoy this ARC.

Fantastic thriller i could not put down based upon a mum and her son whose husband/father left many years ago due to some really bad decisions. Great character development which the author brings together so well at the end- read this you won’t be disappointed

Absolutely fascinating! I was stunned multiple times throughout this story and missed multiple clues that left me baffled when they were revealed later on. This feels a little more mystery than thriller, but still very fun and twisty.

Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC! All opinions are my own.

Will include a review in my upcoming October Reading Wrap Up on YouTube.

Hooked from page 1!!! My mind is blown! Everything I thought was the complete opposite!!! Read in one sitting, just couldn't put down.

I love all of Ms Slaters books, but have to say this is most definitely my favourite to date! A deliciously deceitful plot that gets more and more complex as the layers are peeled away. Fantastic and authentic characters keep the story fast paced and engaging.

Livvy and her husband Rich, plan for his disappearance. When Livvy doesn't receive the payment she is owed for playing her part, she begins to investigate only to discover that Rich has been leading a double life.

KL Slater's popcorn thrillers are always so entertaining and this one was no different. Yes it was unbelievable but sometimes you need these kinds of books just to escape from reality. Just go with the storyline and you'll love it as much as I did. With multiple POVs, short chapters and lots of twists, thriller fans will enjoy this one.

Hey, I just finished this book and I have to say, it's the best one this author has written so far! It's full of twists and turns, and I couldn't guess what was going to happen next. The plot is really unique and I've never read anything like it before.

There are a lot of characters in the book, and at first it was a bit confusing to keep track of everyone, but it didn't take long to get to know them.

Overall, it's a really thrilling and addictive read. You won't be able to put it down!

Liv, Rich and Maddox are a happy family. Until Rich disappears when taking 3 year old Maddox to fly a kite. Now, 11 years later – Maddox is in trouble at school, Liv is having a hard time making ends meet. Kait thinks her husband, Daniel, is having an affair and after stalking his phone and laptop – she thinks Daniel is having an affair with Liv.

It was a slow burn at first, but totally had me hooked, then Kait confronts Liv and everything explodes. Oh, so good. And although Liv did some bad things, I was totally cheering for her and Maddox.

So good, I was pulled in from the start. And the twist at the end of a little too neat for me. I enjoyed this one.

RECOMMEND

Thank you #NetGalley for the complimentary copy of #TheMarriedMan in exchange for an honest review.
Thank you @bookouture for approving my request.

Liv’s husband Rich took their son three-year-old son Maddox to the local park to fly a kite, but he was never seen again. Maddox was found sheltering in a dugout some other kids has built in the park. After Rich has been missing for seven years, he was pounced dead. But his body was never found.
Fours years later Kait’s husband Daniel is acting suspiciously. Kait thinks he is having an affair until she drops a note with a set of numbers on it. When Kaits sister deciphers it. They found out that it’s a unique pupil number which happens to be Maddox’s who is now a teenager. Why does he have these numbers.
Meanwhile Liv has had a hard life since Rich has disappeared. Taken on several jobs to make ends meet. But not for much longer she things as she looks at a bank account waiting for money that she has been promised by Rich who drew up a plan when he disappeared. But nothing ever goes to plan.
I have read all the books from this author, and she never disappoints. This has a quite a slow start and I must say a more complex storyline than her previous novels. This is a good, gripping read but although it tied up loose ends at tend of the story, I felt it a little flat. 4 stars from me.

I enjoyed this but found it a little confusing at times and maybe a teeny bit unbelievable at points for me.

My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

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Eleven years ago Liv’s husband Rich disappeared when he took their son out to the park. He was never found, and now is presumed dead. Fast forward to the current date, and Liv is approached by a woman who says she is married to someone who looks very similar to her ‘deceased’ husband Rich…. This story had a number of twists & turns that I didn’t see coming. Thanks to NetGalley & the publisher for this ARC.
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I read this one in a day because I just couldn't put it down!
Plenty of twists and surprises, I thought I had it all worked out but I really didn't. A couple of wee mistakes with names and timelines but as this was a proof copy I imagine these will be ironed out before the official publication.
I am a huge fan of this author and looking forward to the next book.