What the Wife Knew, 9781405954563
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Marriage, lies, secrets: Whose story do you believe? Truth awaits.
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What the Wife Knew

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  • Paperback

    368 pages

  • Release Date

    27 January 2026

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Summary

What the Wife Knew: A Thrilling Tale of Deception and Doubt

ONE MARRIAGE. ONE LIE. TWO SIDES TO THE STORY…

FRANK is standing trial for violently murdering his wife. His defence? She did it herself.

HARRY is Frank’s defence lawyer. Whether he believes Frank or not, it’s the biggest case of his career and he has to prove he can win.

PIERA is Harry’s wife. She’s hiding a secret that could blow the whole case, and their life together, apart.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781405954563
ISBN-10:1405954566
Author:Lia Middleton
Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
Imprint:Penguin Books Ltd
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:368
Release Date:27 January 2026
Weight:261g
Dimensions:197mm x 129mm x 23mm
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Critics Review

A suspenseful blend of legal and psychological thriller * Sunday Times *Written by a practising criminal barrister this is twisty and gripping - with a stunning denouement. Dame Agatha herself would be proud of it * Daily Mail *Riveting * Sunday Post *Written with unobtrusive skill by a criminal barrister who knows exactly how much information the reader needs * Literary Review *A dangerously simmering plot and great characters * Candis *Praise for Lia Middleton – :A thrilling, chilling, heart-stopping read – Chris WhitakerTense, jaw-dropping, clever – Claire DouglasSuperb. Assured, elegant and utterly gripping – Will DeanA total page-turner! – Catherine Cooper

About The Author

Lia Middleton

Lia Middleton is a barrister who specialises in crime and prison law. She is the author of When They Find Her, Your Word or Mine and The Confession Room.

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