The Codes of Love
by Hannah Persaud

I was given a complimentary e-copy of this book by NetGalley and Muswell Press in exchange for an honest review.

I found The Codes of Love to be interesting and intriguing with sinister undertones always lying just below the surface. I didn’t feel a connection to the characters, even though they were well developed. The married couple, Emily and Ryan weren’t likable, in my opinion. They are a couple in an open marriage - the “codes” are noted throughout the book. Emily is the proponent of this arrangement, with Ryan being a passive, reluctant participant.
And I really didn’t like Ada, Ryan’s work partner/turned lover. I was also left with too many questions about Ada.

Although it was a page turner, I felt it was disjointed - the chapter changes with date and character changes were hard to follow. I also thought the events didn’t flow smoothly.

The setting is beautiful, the is story very interesting, but it just wasn’t my ideal. A good solid, read though!

Caution/warnings:
Physical violence
Sexual content

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Thank you NetGalley and Muswell Press for the eARC.
This is a difficult book for me to review, because I loved it, but didn't really like any of the characters.
Ian and Emily have an ostensibly perfect marriage; with two teenage sons, they're well-to-do, have a lovely home and a successful business.
But there are certain rules governing their marriage that Emily set up. Ian never was and is not happy about the rules, but has stuck to them faithfully. Until Adeline comes into the picture.
The marriage slowly but relentlessly crumbles. As I said, I loved the book, but found all three (supposedly) grown-ups selfish and totally self-centered...their poor sons. But it's a story that's hard to put down and well written; definitely recommended!