This book is written in chapters of the characters in the book eg. Emilia then/ Emilia now. When lucy lands a job in a big house in the middle of nowhere,, she believes she will be looking after the owners children, but as it happens it isn't,, its James's wife.. lies and deceipt wrap itself around the plot . Can lucy become a trusted confidant to Emilia? What secrets are they hiding???? I was engrossed, I couldnt put it down. Highly recommend

I enjoyed The Wife's Silence. The story has alternating POVs and dueling timelines. I enjoyed how the author used the characters and their POV to add mystery to what happened. This book is a definite page-turner.

"A totally addictive psychological thriller with a heart-stopping twist"

Lucy Greer is in her 40´s, single and living in her car, so a job taking care of a stroke patient with good benefits sounds great. She accepts to live in the ultramodern house of Thomas Caine, famous bladesmith in North Georgia. His wife Emilia has been unable to speak or move for years, and needs a caretaker around 24/7. It all seems too good to be true, and soon Lucy finds out, something is not right in this fancy house. It seems long ago the Caines´ teenage son has got missing and there are more secrets around - and Lucy wants to know, what is going on...

This book really got me hooked from the first pages. I love psychological thrillers and I was really curious about what is going to happen. The story was opening slowly and crowing curiosity, as there were several characters´ pov´s. I knew to wait for the twist to come, and still it surprised me.

I enjoyed reading this and will recommend it for thriller fans. Thank you, Storm Publishing and NetGalley, for the eARC.

Publishing day is today, 23rd May 2025. Go and get yours, if this felt like your book!

This is a great story. Full of intriguing characters and suspense. However, this is extremely similar to her book The Keeper's Closet so I immediately felt like I had already read it and skipped to the end because I knew the twists. If you haven't read that book then this one is perfect for readers who love a jaw dropping plot.

The Wife's Silence by Amanda McKinney
🌟🌟🌟 and a half.

A gripping thriller that's an easy, quick read. Despite its dark subject matter, it's a surprisingly relaxing read, thanks to the authors nicely written prose.
The character development is also well done, making it easy to become invested in the story. With some nice twists that keep you guessing, it's a great page turner.
Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this Advanced Release Copy.
Publication date 23 may 2025

1⭐️ Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for an advanced copy of The Wife’s Silence.

Lucy is hired by Thomas to care for his wife Emilia who has suffered a stroke years earlier. When Lucy arrives she feels like something is off with the couple and Thomas is suspicious of Lucy.

This book was just plain bad. The plot was way too far fetched and the characters were all horrible people. I was not a fan at all.

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The Wife's Silence is another unputdownable thriller by the queen of twists. This book had me absolutely hooked from the first page. It was such a fast paced read with its short snippy chapters, multiple POV’s and dual timelines. I truly couldn't flip those pages fast enough to see what was truly going on. The story moves so fast, there's no added fluff, which I absolutely adored. Straight to the point, to the action with no dull moments. McKinney always knows how to reel her readers in and keep them on the edge of their seats.

Although I did figure out something while I was reading, it still didn't hinder my experience of the book. The character development was on point. The descriptions were spot on, making me truly feel like I was there with them and feeling everything. The suspense was constantly building, wondering what would be revealed next. There are many twists and turns that left me shocked !

Overall, this was another fantastic thriller. Fast, entertaining and highly bingeable in one sitting. Took me by surprise and kept me on the edge of my seat. Highly recommend it!

✨️Thank you to @netgalley, @stormpublishing & @amandamckinney for my gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Amanda McKinney delivers another gripping psychological thriller with THE WIFE’S SILENCE. This one had me hooked from the beginning, thanks to her immersive writing style and the emotional depth of the characters—especially our protagonist, Emilia. You feel for Emilia, who is utterly trapped not only physically, but emotionally and psychologically as well, in a her horrid marriage to Thomas. Watching her story play out in our THEN chapters made for an intense, sympathetic read, where we learn the tragic lengths a husband will go to in order to wield his sick control over his family. Thomas is an antagonist whose vileness hides behind a facade of decency and respectability. And Lucy—her vehemence in defending Emilia and the role she plays in Emilia’s journey—added a deeply human element to the story that really grounded the suspense.

The pacing is steady and the atmosphere is unsettling in all the right places. Short chapters help move the plot along at a fabulous pace. There is also a mystery within a mystery in the book as we learn about the sudden disappearance of Emilia’s son, James. And that twist— brilliant, unanticipated, and completely caught me off guard. Wow!!

If you enjoy emotional thrillers with heart and edge, as well as a fabulous twist among twists, this is one to pick up. Another winner from Amanda McKinney!!

I want to thank NetGalley, Amanda McKinney, and Storm Publishing for gifting me the ARC of THE WIFE’S SILENCE! It was such a privilege to read this before publication. And I appreciate you trusting me with an honest review!

Great psychological thriller that kept me guessing until the end. The second book by this author I have read. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the chance to ARC this book.

When Lucy Greer arrives at the home where she has been hired as a nanny, she assumed that she would be taking care of a child. Instead, she will be taking care of Emelia, a sixty-three-year-old stroke victim. Having her own room will be a treat as she has been living out of her car. Once hired, she has mostly total control of her patient and begins to believe that there is something strange going on in the house and with Emelia’s care. The only other person in the home is a daily housekeeper, Consuelo. She learns that Emilia’s son, James, left for his high school years ago and was never heard from again. Lucy’s care of Emelia begins to show some positive results, but the medication that Thomas administers seems to be counterproductive. What really happened to Emelia, was it a stroke as Thomas stated, or something more sinister? Consuelo seems to have her own secrets as she and Lucy tread carefully around the facts of their personal lives. A final confrontation with Thomas may lead to some answers for Lucy, but will this benefit Emelia? A decided gothic feel to this story of love and deception. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (paytonpuppy)

The Keeper’s Closet by Amanda McKinney

As I began to read, I felt I had read this book before and perhaps I had but, in a novella, rather than this longer more detailed version. It was just as dark, chilling, and psychologically unnerving this time as the story explored a rather warped interconnected collection of people and their interactions with one another.

What I liked:
* The setting, pace, character development, nonlinear timeline, twists and turns, and conclusion
* The way the character interactions and dynamics were presented
* That more than one character was multi-faceted and not just good or evil
* That I was immersed in the story and wanted to know what would happen next…and how it would all play out
* Having a satisfied feeling on the last page of the book

What I didn’t like:
* Who and what I was meant not to like
* Some of the thoughts I had while reading and wondering what it would require to be as self-centered and hedonistic as some of the characters were

Did I like this book? Yes
Would I read more by this author? Definitely

Thank you to NetGalley, Storm Publishing, and the author for the ARC – This is my honest review.

5 Stars

This was such a tense and addictive read. I was pulled in right away, and the eerie atmosphere kept me hooked. Lucy’s discoveries made for great twists and I loved seeing all the secrets unravel throughout

I started off thinking this book was going to be the typical “incapacitated wife with an abusive husband” story but it was so much more. I flew through this suspenseful book, not wanting to wait to find out what was going to happen next. A missing illegitimate son, suicide attempts, lots of drama!
Really enjoyed this quick read

Amanda McKinney’s The Wife’s Silence is an absolute masterpiece in the realm of psychological domestic thrillers. From the very first page, I was completely engrossed, unable to put the book down as each chapter pulled me deeper into its intricate web of suspense and intrigue.

The characters are exceptionally well-crafted, each layered with complexities that make them both relatable and enigmatic. McKinney’s ability to delve into the psychological depths of her characters adds a rich, thrilling edge to the narrative, making every twist and turn feel both shocking and authentic.

The pacing is flawless—fast enough to keep your heart racing, yet detailed enough to build a world brimming with tension and mystery. The plot unfolds with such precision and excitement that I found myself saying, "just one more chapter," until I’d reached the final, breathtaking conclusion.

The Wife’s Silence isn’t just a book; it’s an experience. Riveting, thought-provoking, and haunting in the best possible way. This is a must-read for anyone who loves a well-crafted thriller. Amanda McKinney has outdone herself, and I can’t recommend this book highly enough!

The silent wife, Emilia, has been rendered mute since her stroke, a haunting presence in her own life. Her husband, Thomas, engages a live-in aid, Lucy, to tend to Emilia's relentless needs, but as Lucy navigates the Caines' eerie household, unsettling truths lurk beneath the surface. Something is deeply amiss, and things are not quite adding up. This gripping tale is a whirlwind of unexpected twists that left me reeling. The character development is exceptional, revealing the dark and intricate tapestry of Emilia and Thomas's family history. This book is nothing short of a page-turner; each chapter amplifies the pulse of uncertainty, igniting nerves and curiosity. It’s a thrilling rollercoaster of emotions that had me at the edge of my seat. I’m giving this book a solid 4 out of 5 stars.

I loved this fast-paced book. I could feel so much pain, fear, and betrayal coming from the pages. The sad thing is, this work of fiction could very well be someone's reality—a sliver of it is most people's reality—and that's what makes it unputdownable.

THE WIFE’S SILENCE is an amazing story with plot twists that will catch you by surprise. It’s a fast-paced thriller that will enthrall you and keep you so thoroughly involved that you will find it hard to put down. Throughout the story, we are flawlessly shown what happened in the past that led to the present scenes, which slowly draws all the elements together into a captivating and completely engaging tale. It’s one I guarantee you do not want to miss!!

Holy cow. Just when I thought this thriller could not get any more bizarre, another wicked twist comes rolling down the tracks. This was book was emotional, dramatic, chilling and mind boggling. Red flags were flapping everywhere as I dived into this book headfirst only to come up for air when I read the final page.

Lucy Greer needs a break. Accepting a position as a live-in nanny seems like the perfect answer. However, she is shocked to find that Thomas Caine has not hired her take care of his child (as she assumed), but his wife, Emilia, who had a stroke. Emilia is trapped in her body, as she cannot speak nor walk and needs 24 hour care. Lucy immediately feels the tension in this house. There are some weird things going on. Things that give you goose bumps, but you cannot quite put your finger on it.

Thomas is one of several extremely unlikable characters. Some of those, including Thomas, will make your blood boil. The story goes back and forth from past to present, and each chapter belongs to a particular character. The story behind everything is slowly built so you will understand how Emilia got where she is today. By the time I got to that point, I was livid.

This binge worthy page turner ticked with suspense and anxiety, and was cleverly written to shock the reader. Mission accomplished. Five stars hardly seems enough for this psychological thriller.

Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

If you liked “The Perfect Marriage” you HAVE to read this new book by Amanda McKinney!! “The Wife’s Silence” is everything a reader wants in a thriller suspense novel. My heart rate was elevated in the first chapter and stayed that way through the end. Multiple times I was left scratching my head asking “what in the world is going on?!” You get multiple perspectives and insights into this crazy house of horrors and none of them line up. It kept me engaged and reading through the very end, I never knew what was coming. My first McKinney novel and definitely won’t be my last.

Thanks Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the opportunity!

This is a gripping and unputdownable domestic psychological thriller. There are multiple perspectives and the book has been narrated in dual timelines. You will find yourself completely gripped from page one and till the end. Expect secrets and twists throughout the book. A manipulative husband and secrets that torn apart their marriage. But then more secrets and truth gets unveiled. There are shocking twists and horrifying secrets. And characters are not how they appear to be.

Thanks to the Publisher