The Exes' Revenge
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4.2 • 15 Ratings
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- $9.99
Publisher Description
How far would you go for revenge on your ex? This wickedly dark debut, perfect for fans of Fiona Barton, Clare Mackintosh, and Shari Lapena, is a gripping, twisting answer to that question.
Divorces are often messy and Imogen's is no exception. Her husband, Phillip, is abusive, controlling, and determined to make things as difficult as possible. And now he has given Imogen an ultimatum: get out of the family home in two weeks or I'll take our son away from you.
In a moment of madness, Imogen does something unthinkable. Something that puts her in control, for the first time in years. She's desperate to protect her son and claim authority over her own life.
But Imogen wasn't expecting Phillip's first wife and his new girlfriend to get tangled up in her plans. These three very different women, and very unlikely allies, reluctantly team up to take revenge on a man who has wronged them all.
The Exes' Revenge is a deliciously satisfying psychological thriller from an exciting new voice.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Phillip Rochester, the villain of British author Jakeman's emotionally satisfying if farfetched debut, is precisely the sort of serial domestic abuser from whom women could use police protection; unfortunately for the women in his life first wife Ruby, estranged spouse Imogen, and soon-to-be ex-girlfriend Naomi in their unnamed British hometown, he is the police. And as Imogen has already learned, what his colleagues seem most interested in safeguarding is his reputation. But when Phillip gives Imogen an ultimatum to vacate the family home by the end of the month or he will sue for sole custody of six-year-old Alistair, she finally pushes back in startling fashion. What the desperate working mother quickly discovers is that while she still might not have the wherewithal to single-handedly outmaneuver the monstrous Phillip, there's a way she just might succeed with the help of his other exes. Jakeman creates a motley trio one can't help rooting for, but even readers not put off by the more preposterous plot twists may find Phillip too noxious to stomach.
Customer Reviews
The Exes' Revenge
There was no way I was putting this book down once I started reading. An excellent book, thanks for sharing. Can't wait for the next one!
The Exes Revenge
Too long drawn Out in certain parts. The cellar scenes in particular. Too much reflection,rather than action.
A little too repetitive as to Philip’s character.
Could have been shorter or more concise to hold attention.
Otherwise, a good start!