Psychological Thriller and Domestic Suspense
A Perfect Wife and Mother by Alexandra Frye
A Perfect Wife and Mother by Alexandra Frye
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A Domestic Psychological Thriller of Maternal Paranoia and a Missing Child
Georgia Levy Coffey feels trapped by her privileged but stifling New Jersey existence. Balancing a demanding, career-focused husband, a young child, and a second pregnancy, she desperately welcomes the arrival of Harriet Major, a seemingly flawless nanny. While Harriet initially provides much-needed relief, her increasing influence over the household soon triggers a creeping unease. As Georgia's carefully constructed life unravels, she is forced to confront an insidious manipulation that culminates in an unspeakable betrayal and the sudden disappearance of her child.
Why You’ll Love This Book
Alexandra Frye delivers a tense domestic suspense novel built on the chilling "evil nanny" trope and the dark side of modern motherhood. This psychological thriller relies on creeping paranoia and hidden family secrets, making it a perfect match for readers who enjoy unearthing the devastating betrayals and complex manipulations lurking behind closed doors in wealthy suburban settings.
Book Details
Book Details
ISBN: 9780440217367
Binding: Mass market paperback
Pub Date:
Publisher: Island Books
Pages: 400
Author:
- Alexandra Frye
Language: en
Curator's Note:
Frye explores the disintegration of a picture-perfect New Jersey life when a seemingly ideal nanny begins to dismantle a mother's authority. The narrative captures the creeping unease and psychological manipulation that leads to a devastating domestic betrayal. It is a chilling, suspenseful choice for readers of domestic noir who enjoy watching a curated reality unravel into a parent's worst nightmare.
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