The Cost of Lies
- Lies, even those told with good intentions, entangle characters in a web of deception
- The novel underscores the devastating consequences of dishonesty on relationships and identity
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Alafair Burke's The Wife explores the unraveling of trust and the complexities of justice when Jason, a charismatic professor, faces allegations of misconduct. Through Angela’s perspective, the book examines loyalty, hidden truths, and the fragility of appearances, offering a gripping tale of resilience and the consequences of deception
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