Having read the book blurb for this, i was truly looking forward to reading it as i loved the sound of it. Happy to say that i wasn't disappointed.

It was a great read from start to finish, a really well thought out story that was real, the characters were well written and i loved how the story is told from two very different characters as it gives a real perceptive upon the story.

I would highly recommend this book for those that are also fans of Diane Chamberlain, Rachel Hore or Susan Lewis books.

Was a great book, living so close to family literally across the street makes you see more than you want. Page turner from start to finish!

From page 1 this book had me hooked. Loved the characters, felt like I was part of the story. Loved that each chapter was a different characters perspective.

I decided to read this book as I wanted a break from the crime genres I generally read. I found this to be a very moving and gripping tale of love, both healthy and unhealthy and the twisted things our heart copes with. Brilliant book and I shall able seeking out others by the same author!

Good book and i could not put it down in some parts. I felt a little let down by the ending and felt it was an anti climax. I felt there was a huge twist coming, which did not materialize. The writing is very beautiful and moving though. Thank you!

I've been wanting to read this books since I first read about it, because I like the author, and she does not disappoint. The story is very clever and fast-paced. I was also very intrigued by Lara and Maggie and th way their lives intersected. Look forward to Fisher's next book!

Thank you Netgalley. I got stuck into this amazing story right from the start, and I mean stuck!! I just couldnt put it down and didnt want it to end!! A fantastic, must read!!

I received an advance review copy of this book courtesy of Netgalley and Bookouture.

Shortly before publication day rolled around, this book—previously titled The Secrets of Second Wives— was given a makeover. While I didn't dislike the original title and cover image, I have to agree that the changes were for the best. The new cover image is captivating; the new title succinct and just a bit mysterious.

I've come to expect characters who feel authentic and stay true to their roles in Fisher's books, and she definitely delivered on that score. Whether it was the image they presented in front of others, or the true selves revealed only in their thoughts and/or private moments, there was never a moment of atypical behavior. (I've read many books where that was not the case, so it's worth mentioning.)

While Maggie's story is interesting, I have to admit Lara's story was far more fascinating to me. The things Lara kept silent about—as well as the why and how behind her silence—were far more serious and worrisome than the things Maggie kept hidden, in my opinion. I felt far more concerned about her than I ever did about Maggie, even though I cared about her story, as well. The silence is shattered for both women in an explosive scene that shines the unflattering light of truth on those closest to them, shaking the entire family to the core and changing all their lives forever. One character in particular gets some much needed comeuppance and I loved every moment of it!

This is a great read by a great author, and I definitely recommend it!

The Silent Wife by Kerry Fisher was previously called 'Secrets of Second Wives', a title I much prefer.

Be careful what you wish for - you may get it. This is certainly true of Maggie, a woman from a less than desirable background; growing up on a council estate, a single mother, the daughter of single mother. All she has ever wanted is to be part of a close family, one of those families that do everything together, that support each other. When Nico asks her to marry him, she believes that this is just what she is getting, but this family is so close that she finds herself on the outside looking in. And then she makes a startling discovery, one that has the power to tear this family apart.

The Silent Wife deals with the plethora of relationships a second wife faces as a newcomer; being a step-parent; bringing a child of her own into the relationship; the in-laws; the ghost of the dead wife. It also deals with family violence. So there was a lot to work with here, but unfortunately Kerry Fisher just didn't quite pull it off.

This was an okay read that, at times, had flashes of brilliance, whereafter it would slip back into mediocrity. There were so many similes! So many that I was actually gnashing my teeth at one point. It had a lot of potential that was not, in my opinion, explored. We don't really get any great depth to the characters. There is a lot of repetition. A LOT.

This book was interesting to the point that I wanted to keep reading, encouraged by the occasional flash of brilliant writing, but it was not so good that I became absorbed my it. The Silent Wife earns
3.5 stars from me.

Thank you to Bookouture via NetGalley for providing a digital ARC of the Silent Wife by Kerry Fisher for review. All opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

This novel has it all. I found myself laughing and crying almost at the same time. I was hooked from the first page and do not want to explain .the story at all because I do not want to give any thing away.I absolutely loved it and found the story heart warming and heart breaking.

Convincing characters in a great story. I didn't want to put this book down until I had finished it. Well worth the five stars

Thank you to Bookoture not only for a copy of this book via Netgalley but also for letting me take part in this blog tour. I have a few of Kerry’s books on my TBR pile but this is the first one I have read.

This book is told from alternating perspectives which is something I always love. We start with Maggie who is walking down the aisle to marry Nico Farinelli. Nico was previously married to Caitlin who passed away before Maggie and Nico became an item. Most of the Farinelli’s think that Caitlin was a saint and couldn’t do a thing wrong so Maggie has her work cut out joining this family.

The other perspective in this book is through the eyes of Lara. Lara is married to Nico’s brother Massimo. From the outside Lara’s life looks perfect. Massimo seems like the perfect husband. But as they always say you never know what goes on behind closed doors.

I loved Maggie’s spirit and nature. She is fiercely independent and not afraid of what others think. Lara on the other hand is always trying to do what everyone else thinks is the right thing. I’ve never been in her situation but I think I am more of a Maggie than a Lara.

I couldn’t put the book down, especially as I got closer to the end I was racing through it I had to find out how it was going to all go down. I have to say I didn’t guess the P reference until it was essentially revealed and I kicked myself for that.

The characters are well formed and the story is well thought out. It will have you on the edge of your seat trying to uncover the secrets. I look forward to reading more of Kerry’s books in the near future.

I thought this was an outstanding read,. She wove the various stories and characters so flawlessly that you just glided through to the end,. Could not put it down. Fabulous!

I've always been attracted to the idea of the large extended Italian family. That idealised Dolmio advert group of people sitting down around a huge table to noisily eat pasta and share their lives. Maggie finds herself joining that dynamic when she marries widower Nico. Life on the council estate had meant sleeping on her Mums sofa while they both looked after Maggie's young son Sam. She is the first woman in three generations of her family to get married and there are plenty of challenges ahead. Step-daughter Francesca still misses her Mum and finds it hard to accept Maggie in any capacity. The saintly first wife is revered by all in Nico's family and Maggie knows that she is perceived as a gold digger by comparison.

Although billed as a psychological thriller The Silent Wife is also a fascinating study of family and relationships, of how you never truly know what goes on inside someone else's marriage. The strength of this book is the truly wonderful, larger than life, characters who leap off the page at you. Feisty Maggie, struggling to become part of the family, a woman that you'd want to be friends with and who you need in your corner on a tough day. Younger brother Nico, the calm considered son with a talent for design and horticulture. Bullish Massimo with his love of sports and fiercely competitive nature will let nothing stand in his way. Matriarch Anna overseeing her flock and looking down on both her daughters in law equally!

I've not read any of Kerry Fisher's earlier works but if they prove to be as compelling as this one I will definitely be seeking them out.

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UK publication date - Feb 24 2017. 350 pages.

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A Silent Wife is a well-written novel that brings out the secrets and lies that surround a family and the experiences of being a second wife. It highlights the fact that one can never truly know a person. The perception we may have of someone is sometimes how we want to see them and not a clear reflection of who they truly are.

The author has crafted her story masterfully, bringing it to life from the points of view of two of her key characters, Lara and Maggie. Both of them are second wives and married to brothers, Massimo and Nico. While Maggie is dealing with the new prospect of being a step-mother and trying to forge relationships while also trying to prove that she is not a gold-digger, Lara hides behind a carefully created facade. When Maggie partially discovers a secret related to Nico's first wife, she is at a cross-roads: keep the secret or open up a can of worms that may make her lose her love and the family they have formed forever.

At times, the story seemed to drag a little and there was some repetition when it came to how the characters felt in various situations. However, in spite of this, she has created characters whom we can relate to in a modern setting. The emotions are deep and easily understood by the reader. I particularly enjoyed how Maggie handled situations and her mother stole the show for me. Her role in this story and her friendly nature serve to bring Lara out of her cocoon, thus changing the course of events slowly.

The story brings out many issues, including the role of a woman in a marriage and the man as the sole earning member of the family, contrasting the various points of views through character perceptions. Through Massimo, we see a competitive streak, the Alpha male, someone who needs to always be above everyone else. He is driven and expects his son to be macho and athletic while the child is more oriented towards the arts. Nico on the other hand is more artistic and understands a child's need to have fun and be themselves. As the story unfolds, these differences come into prominence, further defining their relationship with their respective wives and children.

Bottomline: Read, enjoy and take away the messages embedded deep within this emotional roller-coaster ride!

A really enjoyable book about family and extended family. No family is perfect and this book shows a family warts and all. This book kept me wanting to know more and flowed really well

I really enjoyed reading this story as it was different to the usual genres I read.

The story is a tale of two parts, told from the points of view of two second wives within the same family. Fitting in to a family where there are previous children is something I can totally relate to, so I understood a lot of the difficulties one of the main characters faced. Very early on we, the reader, sees that all not quite as rosy as it first appears, but it takes the other characters much longer to discover this. The story proves that we can't always take everything at face value and there's always more going on behind closed doors than we realise.

There are so many secrets and lies in this story, and slowly they start to be revealed. I was waiting for the moment when everything came out and when it did it was even better than I had thought it would be. I loved that the author managed to turn my views of the first wives in both marriages totally upside down by the end of the book. The story is well written, the characters are believable and I honestly couldn't put this book down once I started.

Many thanks to Bookouture and Netgalley for providing a copy.

This was an absolutely great read, not my usual book type but had me reading when I shouldn't have!!
The book is based around the Farinelli family but the main characters are sister in laws Lara and Maggie both second wives in this Italian close knit family. Kerry fisher has definately done her research here on what it feels like to be the second wife as well as trying to fit in with the 'perfect' family. Lara is married to Massimo who I personally couldn't stand from the beginning and as the story progressed with good reason. Massimos first wife left him due to not wanting children so Lara has a lot on her shoulders as their son is nothing like Massimo wants him to be like as he is very quiet and sensitive but with due reason. Maggie is married to Nico the better in my view of the brothers and is struggling to break down barriers with her step daughter who is still grieving over her mothers death a couple of years ago. Therefore not wanting to accept Maggie as the new 'mum'.
I loved how the story unfurled and how you got to see deeper into Maggies and Lara's own family's and what they did to try and not exclude them from their other family. I also liked how the women were the ones that ended up being stronger than than the male side and the journey they had taken for this to happen. This book shows that no matter what you think is the perfect family they all have troubles and upset and it also shows the length women go to, to keep the peace.
I would like to thank netgalley and bookouture forthis ARC I received in exchange for an honest review.

This is definitely a page turner and just when you think you have it sussed... another twist takes you in an entirely different direction. We are introduced to the very Italian Farinelli family from Brighton - it has a great collection of characters who are brought to life in the pages of this book, some of whom you will love, others you will loathe...

There’s the domineering, matriarchal character of Anna - the mother of two sons, Massimo and Nico. Both sons have married for the second time and the story is told in the alternating voices of their second wives, Lara and Maggie. Lara and Massimo have the 'perfect marriage, the perfect life' on the surface and live an idyllic life with their son, Sandro, but appearances are often deceptive, particularly so in this family’s case!

Then there is Maggie who married Nico after his wife Caitlin died. Nico has a troubled teenage daughter, Francesca, and is part of a seemingly close-knit, affluent Italian family who all live on the same road, while Maggie, who grew up on an estate, has been a single Mum to Sam since his birth, only supported by her no-nonsense mother Beryl, who also brought Maggie up on her own.

This book explores the psychological issues of second marriages and step children of families, lies, secrets, friendships and loyalty all into one gloriously told story that will have you in tears in parts and laughing wildly in others. Many thanks to Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for this honest review.

The Silent Wife is the first book I've read by Kerry Fisher. I enjoyed the story but I couldn't get into it like other reviewers seem to have. I think part of the reason is the huge amount of British slang which, being American, I obviously don't completely understand. Yes, I can figure it out but somehow it doesn't translate quite the same.

Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest opinion.