Thank you to William Morrow Books for the digital copy to review.

I always love Darby Kane’s books, but she may have outdone herself this time. I started the audio and could not stop, it was such a fun and entertaining thriller, and I thought the narrators did an amazing job with this one. Dr. Richmond Dougherty is dead, and the number one suspect is his current wife, Addison. He is a renowned pediatric surgeon, tragedy survivor and a national hero. Oh, and Addison is also now a very rich widow. But things are not always as they seem, and as Addison is fighting for her life, there are twists galore that just made this one delicious read I could not put down. I loved how Addison did not give up, despite how much folks were against her (looking at you Kathryn, wife number one), and I loved how this ended, what a wild ride.

Thank you for the ARC !
Love all the books by Darby Kane and this one was great as well!
It got my attention from the beginning and I couldn’t stop reading till the end. Definitely recommend this book!

The twists and the sarcastic MFC made this one somewhat enjoyable. I didn’t really care about or connect with any of the characters but it was a decent read. 3.5 ⭐️ rounded up.

What the Wife Knew by Darby Kane is a twisty, dark domestic thriller that keeps readers guessing until the very end. The story follows Addison, the mysterious and newly widowed wife of renowned pediatric surgeon Dr. Richmond Dougherty, who is found dead after a fall down the stairs. The problem? There were two suspicious "accidents" during their short, ninety-seven-day marriage, and many believe Addison might have played a role in his death—though she insists it wasn't her doing.

As tensions rise in the community, with neighbors and ex-wife Kathryn pointing fingers, Addison’s determination to unravel Richmond’s legacy grows stronger. She’s not just a grieving widow—she has a plan, one that involves marriage, manipulation, and revenge, and she’s ready to take on anyone who stands in her way.

Kane expertly builds suspense as Addison's motives come to light and she faces increasing threats from anonymous sources. The book is a rollercoaster of deception, secrets, and shifting allegiances, with each twist and turn pulling readers deeper into the web of lies and manipulation. What the Wife Knew is a riveting, page-turning thriller, perfect for fans of psychological drama and suspenseful, character-driven narratives.

Dr Richmond Dougherty has lived a charmed life until he is found dead at the foot of the stairs. The prime suspects are the much younger very new bride and the ex-wife. The truth is much more complicated and the story makes a good book. The author does a good job of leading the chase for the truth. I detest those that give away part of the story-so I will have to quit there. But you should read it.

Thanks to NetGalley and William Morrow for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The opening line of What the Wife Knew by Darby Kane was one my favorite opening lines in a long time. It was the perfect way to kick off this banger of a domestic thriller. The plot of this one was a variation on the marriage of revenge trope. It was at turns horrific and hilarious some of the antics the two spouses went through. There was a large cast of characters that could have each had their own motives for wanting the husband dead, and it was fun to read about each of them. While the resolution was a bit predictable enough to knock off one star, I would recommend this to anyone looking for a fast-paced, get yourself out of a reading slump novel!

What The Wife Knew is a thriller/murder mystery with a plot full of twists and turns. The characters are complex, morally gray and leave you in suspense. With timeframes switching back and forth from past to present and meeting up at the end you will need to focus on this book to keep up, but trust me you will want to! If you are looking for a fast paced, who done it, complex thriller then this should be your next read!

Thank you to Net Galley and William Morrow Paperbacks for the ARC of What The Wife Knew in exchange for an honest review.

This book can be reviewed in two halves. The first one had me somewhat intrigued yet questioning where this was going. Somewhat messy and not defined, when you reach 50% of the book, it takes speed, and the story starts to make more sense. While some parts move fast, in the second half, others last forever. Some parts of the story still don't add up; even when the book keeps you interested until the end, some areas are still open for interpretation. I do not regret reading this book because it does deserve flowers for a story that keeps you engaged. I think that it needed some editing, yet the story is good the characters are all complex and have many layers. Family complexity does not start to describe it.

This is a story of the ultimate in sick manipulation and greed by Lizzy, Richmond and Richmond’s ex-wife. I admired Addison for not turning out like her mother but I thought she was far too generous toward her at the end. There was little doubt in my mind who killed Richmond but the story was told in such a way as to keep you glued to page after page until the end. It is the ultimate in psychological thrillers!
4.5 Stars

What did I just read? WHAT THE WIFE KNEW is a brilliantly crafted thriller with twists, turns, and perfectly placed bombshell reveals. Kane nailed it with this book.

There wasn’t one minute while reading or listening to this book that I wasn’t hooked. The characters weren’t surface-level. There were layers and complexities to them, which allowed the story to propel forward. Addison and her husband are just the first in a full cast of characters to pull you in. Then you have the way the author unraveled the mystery through the dual perspective and the moving back and forth in time. This could have gotten muddled or caused the momentum to slow down, but it didn’t. Every chapter that flew by as I was reading informed the current day situation and kept me on the edge of my seat clamoring for more.

Darby Kane, you have a brand-new fan. I cannot wait to read your next book and some of your previous ones. Bring on the juicy domestic thrillers!

Audiobook Note: Narrators Helen Laser and Andrew Eiden brought to life this book. The inflections, pace, and dual perspectives were spot on. The time I spent listening to Kane’s novel was absolutely enjoyable.

Addison married her husband 90 days ago and now he’s dead and she’s a rich widow. Addison hated her late husband Richard and wanted him dead but she didn’t kill him. She’s being framed and she wants to figure out who did this.

I wasn’t a fan of this one. Addison is extremely unlikeable. She married Richard to blackmail him for past transgressions. The problem is everyone in this book is unlikeable. It was really hard to connect with any of the characters or care who killed Richard.

Thank you to netgalley for a copy of this book.

Wow! If you are looking for a fun whodunnit, look no further! Did the new wife want her husband dead? Heck yes, she did. Did she unsuccessfully try to kill him those two times? Nope. Did she succeed in killing him the last time? Again, a big NO! But someone did. Darby Kane is the queen of domestic thrillers as far as I'm concerned, and this did not disappoint!!

Sordid.
Neurotic.
Sadistic.
Calculating.
Devious.
Demented.
Selfish.
Arrogant.
All those words describe the characters in this novel. My eyebrows were raised so high I thought they were permanently arched!
I kept wondering what DID the wife know? That depends on which wife you’re referring.
It’s truly twisted and a good read!

Addison is determined to destroy Dr. Richmond Dougherty's perfect life. First step marry him, check. Second step reveal his secrets......oops he fell down the stairs and died. However, Addison swears she didn't kill him, but the cops think she did. Addison is determined to still destroy Richmond's life, but all the secrets surrounding Richmond, his practice, his ex-wife, and kids all start to unravel.

I enjoyed the twist and turns of this book and never knew what was coming next. The family drama and ex-wife got to be a little much for me at times, but otherwise I really enjoyed this book and couldn't wait to see what wild thing was going to happen next.

Thank you Darby Kane, William Morrow, and NetGalley for an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Darby Kane does it again! A page turning mystery that leaves your jaw on the floor!!

Addison is the second wife to the great hero Richard Dougherty, but nothing is as it seems. Richard and Addison both have secrets they are keeping but when Richard winds up dead, whose secrets will spill first?

The first line in this book drew me in. By the end of the first chapter I was hooked. Some of this book was a little predictable but made me second guess myself up until the very end!

Thank you netgalley for a ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review!

DNF. This book from the start was hard for me to get into. I gave it 100 pages before I decided that it wasn't the book for me.

Pediatric surgeon Richmond Dougherty has survived tragedy before, but this time is different. He’s found dead at the bottom of the stairs. People in his life immediately suspect the woman he married a mere 97 days ago, Addison, who now finds herself with quite the sum of money. Addison finds herself pitted against Dr. Dougherty’s first wife as the investigation presses on amid increased pressure. When Addison starts receiving threats, she vows to forge on with her plan. Will law enforcement unravel this mystery in time?

This was a bingeable story that I found to be pretty well-paced. There was quite a bit going on, and twists as far as the eye could see. We have a full cast of unlikeable characters and rich people with hidden agendas. Give this one a try if you enjoy revenge plots and a sarcastic main character. There were one or two too many twists for me, but overall it was an engaging and quick read.

Thank you to Darby Kane, William Morrow, and NetGalley for the advanced digital copy in exchange for my honest review.

5 stars! Great read! Loved every minute!!! Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the free ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. Why a thriller! I read it in one sitting! And am making it our book club pick for April! 3 people, lots of drama, and tons of secrets.

This was a surprisingly thrilling domestic thriller, and I really enjoyed it! It’s packed with manipulation, revenge, and plenty of twists and turns. The short chapters make it so binge-worthy, you could easily finish it in a day!