Set in England, Allison, the protagonist of the story, craves for parental love and hopes eliminating them would give her another set of parents who would be more loving towards her. These thoughts make her commit a crime during her childhood. She grows up in various institutes for such children and as an adult works as an accountant trying to put her past life behind, though her “monster” nature lurks in the corner.
The story picks up a steady pace as she meets Peter, (who despite his own set of problems loves her) and marries him for his money. Just when you wonder that Allison has turned a new leaf, she faces a tragedy. Her husband dies. Slowly, the drama unfolds, how he dies, how her friend Portia turns out, Jo a new entrant in her life…., characters with similar monstrous natures are introduced. Does Allison overcome her circumstances and does she turn an angel is what the rest of the story is all about.
I liked the ending and would have been disappointed if it had been otherwise.
While browsing for books to read I came across The Widow by Valerie Keogh. I haven’t read any book by this author. Usually, I pick up books that others have recommended or after reading a compelling review. I hesitated a bit, and picked it as I hadn’t read a thriller in a long time. The book didn’t disappoint me. It starts off at a good pace and keeps you hooked till the last page.
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