The One Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh - ISBN: 9781035076741
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Married once, then vanished. Now he’s back, a dangerous mystery.
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The One Day You Were My Husband

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    384 pages

  • Release Date

    16 June 2026

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Summary

Four hours after saying ‘I do,’ he was gone.

Twelve years ago, Carrie married Johan on a beach in Thailand. But as the sun set on their perfect day, armed men swarmed the island and her husband was taken, never to be seen again.

Carrie is now happily remarried; a mother of two. The past is firmly behind her - until she stumbles across Johan by accident online. He is alive and well.

As the memories of their passionate relationship flood back, Carrie is compelled to find…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781035076741
ISBN-10:1035076748
Author:Rosie Walsh
Publisher:Pan Macmillan
Imprint:Macmillan
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:384
Release Date:16 June 2026
Weight:492g
Dimensions:216mm x 135mm x 35mm
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Critics Review

I’m still trying to catch my breath after finishing this stunning book. I’m wandering around in a daze, my thoughts still full of these characters and settings, drawn so beautifully and with such depth … Compelling, twisty [and] keeping me guessing with every gasp-y page. I can’t recommend The One Day You Were My Husband enough – Lucy VineHeart-stopping … as unputdownable as it is brilliantly told. Rosie Walsh is one of those rare authors who delivers twisting plots along with gorgeous prose, all-too-real characters, and emotional depth. I couldn’t sleep until I finished this book! – Carley Fortune, bestselling author of One Golden SummerAn absolute barnstormer of a novel, gripping and twisty, fascinating and immaculately researched. The characters are well drawn and entirely believable, the settings immersive. Trust me, once you begin reading this book, you won’t be able to stop – Jill MansellRosie Walsh is an auto-buy for me. I love her character driven, suspenseful thrillers – Laura Dave, the bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told MePacy, poignant and rich with emotion, this love story is part thriller, part tearjerker. You’ll be swept up in Carrie’s story, and you’ll never see the twists coming. I couldn’t put this book down – Beth O’LearyI adored it! I inhaled it! Beautifully written and utterly compelling - I think it’s her best book yet. So evocative and atmospheric, and the twists left me breathless – Daisy BuchananAn absolute triumph … An extraordinarily propulsive, generous, intelligent, and deeply emotional novel, with a gasp-inducing twist. It is as romantic as it is thrilling, and I loved every page – Emylia HallTold in the exquisite prose that makes Rosie Walsh the master of her craft, this is a love story for true believers … I read this one with my heart in my throat - it’s a knockout. 10⁄10 - perfection! – Annabel MonaghanA timely, thrilling and deeply romantic story in which nothing is quite what you expect. It kept me turning the pages long after I should have been asleep – Araminta Hall Intense, passionate and atmospheric, every page raises the stakes and the plot writhes with twist after twist … Rosie keeps you guessing until the very last page. The masterful plotting has a beating heart that so many thrillers lack, which makes it stand out head and shoulders above the rest. Terrific – Veronica Henry I fell utterly in love with this book. It combines a brilliantly original hook with an emotionally insightful love story - all while rocketing along at the pace of a thriller. Rosie Walsh is an extraordinary storyteller and this is her best novel yet – Lucy ClarkeExhilarating, fiercely smart and deeply moving, The One Day You Were My Husband cements Rosie Walsh’s place as queen of the emotional thriller. In her hands the most extraordinary stories come to life in powerful, beautiful prose, led by intricately imagined characters and delivering heart-in-the-throat twists. This is a once-in-a-lifetime read. I loved it – Emma StonexA twisty, gripping and compelling love story that I couldn’t put down. Vivid characters, a racing plot and, as always, accompanied by Rosie’s beautiful writing. Such a treat to read! – Anna Brook-Mitchell Utterly addictive and heart-wrenchingly passionate, this is another best-in-class romantic thriller – Kate RiordanA shimmering, utterly engrossing novel, turbo charged by a love story that grabs at your heart and won’t let go. I loved it – Eve ChaseI was obsessed reading this book, it has everything I love: a heart-wrenching love story and a mystery that shocks and surprises until the very end. A wonderful novel – Clare Leslie HallAn absolute masterpiece … Rosie’s writing is as masterful as ever and her storytelling prowess reaches new heights in this suspenseful and exhilarating gem of a book. I couldn’t love it more – Lindsey KelkThis story of love, betrayal and secrets is beautifully written and deeply human, with twists you won’t see coming. A hold-your-breath, page-turning plot … prepare to be obsessed – Lucy DiamondA heartfelt portrayal of motherhood and a twisty, emotional thrill ride of a story – Rachel Greenlaw, author of the Compass and Blade seriesHad me by the heart and throat on page one and didn’t let me go. It’s a a gripping thriller and an epic love story in one book and it’s utterly genius – Katy ReganRosie Walsh is the queen of Oh my God, I need to know what happens next. This clever, unpredictable and heart-tugging romantic suspense novel will cause you serious sleep deprivation but it’s absolutely worth it. * Sarra Manning *Had me turning the pages as fast as I could. * Good Housekeeping *

About The Author

Rosie Walsh

Rosie Walsh has lived and travelled all over the world, working as a documentary producer and writer. Her previous novels, The Man Who Didn’t Call and The Love of My Life, were international bestsellers and have sold over two million copies worldwide. The One Day You Were My Husband is her third novel. She lives in Devon with her partner and two children.

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