The Couple Across The Street

The Couple Across The Street by Anita Waller-crime /suspense thriller

Back in Sept 2022, Grace had not long lost her husband John to cancer. She is at the point of wanting to be herself and shedding being in his shadow. Her daughters Sara and Grace however haven’t yet reached this point.  Grace’s best friend Vicky has just walked out on her husband, having been the victim of his fists.

The first chapter begins in 2003 by someone sitting by a child's hospital bed, both him and his mother having been involved in a road traffic accident. We then alternate between Grace now and a man called Jed wanting to find his father. There is intrigue and twists with both Grace and Vicky and Jed’s search.

I loved this. It’s an easy read of domestic drama, a down to earth story that you just know there is something more in the mix as there’s a building tension. All the main characters are very likeable. Anita has a way with words and a wonderful flowing style that made me want to keep turning the pages on and on (into the small hours!). A cleverly thought out tale superbly crafted. Another stunner of a read from Anita. A big 5* 

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The Couple Across The Street

A darkness settles on this supposedly quiet street... When Clare becomes a widow, her response is something that shocks her – relief. All she wants to do is move on and figure out how to continue her life, alone, no matter the guilt that brings. So when Vic, her closest friend, comes to her, showing the signs of trouble in her own marriage, she is more than supportive in helping her leave Rob. But Vic doesn’t get the chance to do that. Because as they go over to Vic's house to collect her things, they find a body. Rob’s. It appears someone else had an axe to grind. But for Clare, already reeling from secrets from her own late husband’s dark past, she’s about to find out this murder isn’t as straightforward as it may appear… Purchase Link - https://mybook.to/coupleacrosssocial

Author Bio – Anita Waller is the author of many bestselling psychological thrillers and the Kat and Mouse crime series. She lives in Sheffield, which continues to be the setting of many of her thrillers, and was first published by Bloodhound at the age of sixty-nine. Her first book for Boldwood will be published in August 2022. Social Media Links – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anita.m.waller Twitter https://twitter.com/anitamayw Instagram https://www.instagram.com/anitawallerauthor/ Newsletter Sign Up: https://bit.ly/AnitaWallerNews Bookbub profile: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/anita-waller