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The Silent Woman

Written by: Minka Kent
Narrated by: Christine Lakin, Kate Rudd
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Newlywed Jade Westmore has finally found her forever in husband Wells, a charming, successful, and recently divorced architect—only there’s one caveat: behind the gates of their elysian estate, hidden from street view in the caretaker’s cottage … lives Wells’s first wife, Sylvie.

Three years ago, the original Mrs. Westmore suffered a nervous breakdown—and hasn’t uttered a sound since. Not a physician, psychologist, or world-renown specialist has been able to elicit so much as a word from the silent woman … until now.

On an ordinary Tuesday while Wells was away—despite instructions to never disturb the fragile woman—Jade visited her isolated predecessor bearing a peace offering: a bouquet of white lilies. Only she wasn’t expecting Sylvie to have something for her as well: a slip of torn notebook paper with a single word scrawled in shaky black ink.

That word? Run.

©2022 Minka Kent (P)2022 Blackstone Publishing

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Loved it

Great story. Couldn’t put it down. Narration was also very good. I will be looking for more from this author!

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Predictable

I have to agree with the review saying it's a bit boring. I hate leaving poor reviews when the author has spent so much time on something but this book was (in my opinion) very predictable and lazy. I didn't find it suspenseful or gripping at all. The narrator was great and easy to listen to at least though!

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A Thrilling Suspenseful Story

I really enjoyed this book from beginning to end. It kept me on my toes and I could not wait for what was coming next.
I thoroughly enjoyed this Author and the narration was absolutely wonderful .
I am definitely going to look for more books by this author. I loved his the story progressed and the shocking revelations. It was a shocking ending and I loved the Epilogue. Absolutely will recommend this book. Definitely worth a Credit but so thank Audibles Plus for including it.

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Very quick

Engaging, lots of thrilling excitement. Characters were smart and portrayed perfectly Great read! Now what's next?

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Great Twists!

I absolutely loved this book! I do a lot of reading of a lot of different authors. This one took me on a ride that I wasn't expecting. The characters were complex and human. The story took twists and turns that where not expected. This is simply a great read!

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The twists and turns were amazing

Just when I thought I had it all figured out Minka Kent would throw another curve. I loved it! Loved the narration. She has a new fan. Can’t wait to read the others.

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Boring

The performance was great however the book itself was boring.
The author goes on and on about things that don't matter to the story.
I had to keep fast forwarding.

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Great story, mediocre ending

This story kept me engaged and listening. But the ending fell flat. For the amount of suspense it had throughout, I felt it deserved a better ending/whodunnit

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Starts well, ends up rushed

Enjoyed the story until about the last 4 chapters. It felt rushed and like all aspects of the story were written the easiest way possible. I'd say it's still worth a listen, but just don't get your hopes up for a terribly exciting ending.

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Great Triller, a keeper

In the beginning the story seems predictable, but the twist and turns keeps you on edge.

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