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K. L. Slater (Author), Lucy Price-Lewis (Narrator), Audible Studios (Publisher)

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Ten years ago he killed my son. Today I married him.

Ten years ago my darling son Jesse was murdered and our perfect family was destroyed. My strong, handsome boy, so full of life, became a memory, a photo I carried with me everywhere.

But today I’m finally close to finding happiness again. My ash-blonde hair has been curled into ringlets. Carefully placed white flowers frame my delicate features. The small, drab chapel has been prettied up with white satin, and there are tiny red hearts scattered on the small table where I will soon sign the register with my new husband.

The man who killed my son.

My friends and family can’t understand it. My neighbours whisper in the street whenever I walk past. How can I love a man like Tom?

They don’t really know me at all....

The most enthralling psychological thriller you’ll listen to this year from the best-selling author K.L. Slater. If you love The Wife Between Us or Gone Girl, you’ll be totally hooked on The Marriage.

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9 hours and 7 minutes
Author

K. L. Slater
Narrator

Lucy Price-Lewis
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May 20, 2021
Language

English
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Audible Studios
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B094X8Q3B6
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Unabridged
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Listening Length	9 hours and 7 minutes
Author	K. L. Slater
Narrator	Lucy Price-Lewis
Whispersync for Voice	Ready
Audible.com Release Date	May 20, 2021
Publisher	Audible Studios
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B094X8Q3B6
Best Sellers Rank	#20,418 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #640 in Psychological Thrillers (Audible Books & Originals) #1,911 in Suspense (Audible Books & Originals) #2,316 in Psychological Thrillers (Books)

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False advertising

Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2021

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Ten years ago, Bridget's son Jesse was killed by his best friend Tom. Since then, Tom's mother has broken all ties with Bridget due to her son being "wrongly" incarcerated. Now Bridget marries Tom in spite of the fact that he killed her son.

The story has several flashbacks to how strong the bonds between the two families were in the past and how broken and distorted it is now. It is a VERY slow tale. If this is a psychological thriller as advertised, I haven't seen it yet. It is definitely a story about two people creating emotional turmoil, but nothing more. I stopped at 30% and it is the first book in five years that I haven't finished. I just couldn't take it anymore.

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This is a Wild Ride

Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2021

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I have read all of the author's works, but this one was the best in terms of originality and character development. If your accept the premise that a woman could fall in love with and marry the killer of her son, then the rest of the story is highly engrossing and entertaining. You may not like the major characters in this tale, but KL Slater is such a talented writer of suspense novels that you can empathize with their emotions and situations as they deal with the consequences of this May-December romance. I read this book in one sitting, primarily because I wanted to discover the secrets each major character was hiding and if I had guessed their hidden motives. The author drops significant clues regarding the true nature of the murder and its aftermath, but you will be surprised until the very last page. I enthusiastically recommend this book!

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LoveToRead

language is highly offensive

Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2021

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Although I didn't find the first couple of chapters very interesting, I would have kept reading it if not for the language. I find it terribly difficult to find ANY book nowadays that doesn't incorporate swearing and offensive language into it's storyline. It's not only unnecessary, it's startling when you see it. This not only tells me volumes about the author herself, it also means she just lost herself a potential new reader of her books. I tossed it in the trash.

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DIANE PATTERSON

MOTHER MARRIES HER SON'S KILLER

Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2021

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Bridget (age 48) married Tom (age 28) while he was incarcerated. Ten years ago, when Tom & Jesse were 18, an alcohol induced disagreement between them led to a fatal assault. Tom married the mother of the young man he had killed. Now Jesse's killer is Bridget's husband. The news of their marriage is a terrible shock for Tom's mother. She & Bridget are nearly the same age. They raised their sons together. Tom & Jesse were best friends.

For the first twelve months of his sentence, Tom had written to Bridget regularly. She hadn't opened a single letter. She immediately shredded them, as soon as they arrived. About two years ago, Tom started to take part in a program at the prison that focused on recognizing the harm he did & trying to put things right with Jesse's mum. Bridget began visiting Tom in prison & they fell in love. How is it possible to fall in love with the man who ended your son's life?

Tom's mother is totally against the marriage. She's convinced that Bridget is dangerous & has sinister intentions. What if Bridget's only motive is to ruin Tom's second chance at life & get revenge for Jesse's death? Is she playing some kind of sick game, pretending to be a devoted wife when underneath she still blames Tom for the death of her only child?

Each chapter ends with a zinger. It's impossible not to keep reading! ALL of my assumptions were wrong! Kudos to the author.

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K. Brandenburger

There is better reading out there

Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2021

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This has got to be the stupidest book ever written. The audio version is awful. The narrator has an English accent so heavy that some words you can’t understand at all.

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Carey Baldwin

Be prepared to stay up all night!

Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2021

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OMG. Amazing book. I immediately began hypothesizing, from page one, about why this woman would marry the man who killed her son- and I kept spinning new theories throughout thanks to the author's skillful planting of clues. What a tautly woven, intricate tale. The writing was completely and utterly engaging. The characters well-drawn and oh so human. I didn’t want to put it down and finished at 4 am. If you love psychological thrillers like I do, you won’t want to pass this one up.

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Chilling!

Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2021

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What a thrill ride! It's Bridget's wedding day but this isn't your typical wedding; first of all it takes place in a prison, and second of all she's marrying the man who killed her son twenty years ago. If that doesn't get your attention, nothing will! Of course there are consequences; his family is unhappy about his release when he brings the new wife home since of course they know her and she's twenty years his senior! So many other twists and turns that your head will spin, but it's totally worth the ride!

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Pheadra Farah

Pretty good

Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2021

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Whenever K L Slater has a new book out, I don't bother reading the blurb. I purchase it immediately because I know that in the thriller genre she delivers entertaining reads. I really enjoyed The Marriage despite having worked out early on who one of the culprits was.
The premise for this story is good. Two young friends have an argument. The one is an amateur boxer( Tom) who punches the other (Jesse). Jesse falls and hits his head that results in death. Tom is found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to 10 years imprisonment. Jesse's mother Brigit, joins a restorative justice programme and starts visiting Tom and developing feelings for him. They marry prior to Tom's release despite a 20 year age difference and thus begins the game of who did what to whom and name and blame. 4 and a half stars.

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Angela Marsons

Outstanding!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 20, 2021

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Oh, where do I start with this book? It reeled me in from the very first page. I was hooked and little else got done while I was reading it. As ever, the writing was impeccable and the characters expertly drawn. There were so many times that I thought I had it all figured out only to be taken in another completely different direction. I became so involved with the characters in this story I messaged the author to ask for the ending I hoped I was going to get. The moment I pick up a book by this author I know I’m in safe hands and that I am going to be taken on a twisty, turny, thrilling journey with an ending I won’t see coming. Totally recommended as are all the books written by KL Slater.

36 people found this helpful

Revenge....

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 23, 2021

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My first KL Slater book so huge thank you to NetGalley for introducing me!

Bridget lost her only son ten years ago when his best friend Tom punched him once outside a nightclub, killing him with one blow. Now ten years later, Bridget ha her life back in track with her charity, new house and new husband....Tom, the man who has just served ten years in prison for killing Jesse...her only child.

This book had me gripped. I really enjoyed how the characters were fleshed out within the storylines and how the author brought them to life so vividly. I would highly recommend this book and am off to find more from the author!

15 people found this helpful

Kindle Customer Ruby

An exciting psychological thriller

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 22, 2021

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I recommended this book to my daughter when I was a quarter way through the book. I knew that as an avid reader of the author she would enjoy this book. It was unputdownable

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Lily239

Simply NOT the best

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 21, 2021

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The scenario described in the blurb raised my doubts as to the credibility of the storyline, but because I have read and enjoyed all of Kim’s books I preordered anyway.
On reflection, I honestly feel this not to be her best. I definitely needed to suspend belief to read to the end.
I am left puzzled over two things. First, I don’t believe it qualifies as a “psychological“ thriller at all. It’s much more about exposition of lies and deception within and near to a family.
Second, the sudden turn around request for a spot of child sitting, staggeringly agreed to by one of the “wronged” characters In an emergency, defied belief. This thoroughly spoilt the final quarter for me because I just couldn’t get past my own incredulity.
I award 3 stars because Kim can still intrigue and lead you by the hand, accomplished writer that she is.

7 people found this helpful

D K Timmis

Wow, what a book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 23, 2021

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This book had me gripped right from the start. Bridget marries Tom who 10 years ago killed her son. They marry just before he is released from prison for the killing knowing it will have devastating affect on both their families. The ending was a complete surprise. I have loved all KL Slater's books and this book is outstanding. Read this you won't be disappointed.

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