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The Widow

By: Kaira Rouda
Narrated by: Donna Postel, George Newbern, Nancy Wu
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A husband with secrets. A wife with no limits. A riveting novel of marriage, privilege, and lies by Kaira Rouda, the USA Today bestselling author of The Next Wife.

Jody Asher had a plan. Her charismatic husband, Martin, would be a political icon. She, the charming wife, would fuel his success. For fifteen congressional terms, they were the golden couple on the Hill. Life was good. Until he wasn’t.

Martin’s secret affair with a young staffer doesn’t bother Jody personally. But professionally? It’s a legacy killer. Soon a reporter gets word of this scandal in the making, and Martin’s indiscretions threaten to ruin everything Jody has accomplished.

When Martin suddenly dies, it’s a chance to change the narrative—but the reporter won’t let go of his lead. As the balance of power shifts in the Asher house and on the Hill, it’s time for Jody to take control. And there’s nothing the ruthless widow won’t do to secure the future she’s entitled to. Even if she has a secret of her own.

©2022 Kaira Sturdivant Rouda. (P)2022 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved. Crime Thrillers Domestic Thrillers Psychological Thriller & Suspense Exciting

Critic reviews

“A deliciously diabolical take on marriage, politics, and the lies that bind.”—Library Journal

“[A] wild mix of intrigue, secrets, and corruption.”—Publishers Weekly

“What happens when ‘the woman behind the man’ has a dark secret of her own? Slick and rocket-paced, The Widow by Kaira Rouda is a top-notch political thriller. With hairpin twists and turns, insider knowledge, glamorous settings, and a whole cast of untrustworthy characters, Rouda expertly ratchets the tension, keeping her readers breathlessly turning the pages. And the deliciously devious Jody Asher is as cold and calculating as she is riveting. A captivating read!”—Lisa Unger, New York Times bestselling author of Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six
Engaging Plot Twists • Realistic Political Portrayal • Excellent Performances • Corrupt Characters • Humorous Storytelling
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Not a happy read but grips a person from beginning to end!
I would recommend this.

Good story but…

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I never felt excited about listening as I usually do about Kiara’s stories. The ending was pretty good though.

The fact that the widow was seriously damaged, lacking any empathy for anyone.

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Interesting premise, but I hated the characters. No redeeming qualities at all.
I don’t know a lot about politics, but I can totally imagine this book encompasses some of what it’s like to be in the thick of it.

Not my favorite

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I enjoyed it but wasn't something I would read again.I will still read her books.

It was a ok book

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Monotone voices put you to sleep. How boring!!
The ways of politicians just disgust one 😢

BORING!!

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This is not a book I would usually get, but somehow this one caught my attention, and I am glad it did.

It was an interesting story.

Good story.

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Yes the narrator takes a quick breath in before every sentence. Why? Maybe to read longer in one breath? I have no idea. But it was so hard not to ignore. The story got really boring. I kept checking to see how much longer until it ends. No mystery. No thriller. Nothing. Just a political story…… I’m disappointed!

It was just okay

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Good book but scary when you think about “is this happening” now in the US?

Scary Politically

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A simple good reading or listening experience. Schedule this audio book to listen to while relaxing or driving. It will be time well spent.

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I'm glad this was offered free. it was an ok story but I wouldn't have purchased it. I would like to get something else from this author and see if I find one better.

Good freebie.

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