I was super excited to read The Wife's Silence—I love Amanda McKinney! Lucy Greer is a woman down on her luck, desperately needing a job to get back on her feet. She becomes a live-in caregiver for Emilia Caine, who suffered a stroke. Emilia's husband, Thomas Caine, needs help taking care of her.

As Lucy starts working with the couple, she begins to notice odd things and feels like something isn’t quite right. She dives headfirst into caring for Emilia and becomes very protective of her. Lucy takes her job seriously, doing everything she can to protect and help Emilia.

The twists in this story were a mix of surprising and predictable moments. The first twist completely threw me for a loop—I definitely wasn’t expecting that! In hindsight, though, I’m left wondering about the interactions between Thomas and Lucy. While the twist was clearly meant to be a shock, from Lucy’s point of view, wouldn’t her thoughts and interactions with Thomas have been a bit less confused and clueless? The confusion in her perspective felt a little off in some places.

As the story neared its end, the twists came fast and furious—one after another. It was a bit overwhelming and honestly made my head spin! It felt like a bit too much toward the end.
I listened to the book using a screen reader, and I sped through it in one shift at work and during my commute. I’m so glad I didn’t have a physical copy of the book to put down—I might have called in sick just to keep reading!

Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Lucy has been hired by the wealthy artist, Thomas Caine, to care for his wife, Emilia, who suffered a stroke some years earlier. Lucy doesn't understand why Emilia is so heavily drugged, but she is determined to provide the best care for her that she can. Lucy also doesn't understand why Thomas' ex-wife, Meredith, perpetually drunk,, is allowed to stay at the house for long periods of time. When Meredith turns up dead, and Emilia seems more capable than Thomas gives her credit for, Lucy determines to help Emilia, no matter the cost, and to solve the mystery of her son who went missing over 20 years earlier.

Wow, I didn't see that coming! I zoomed through this intriguing story, told from multiple points of view. I couldn't wait to see if everything turned out well for Emilia and if Thomas would get what he deserved. I loved the character development and a plot with no loose ends.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

I have read many of Amanda's books and loved them all. The Wife's Silence was a little different from normal for me.
There was a twist in the story you don't see coming, but it was a very interesting story.
Thanks for the opportunity to read the ARC.

This was a twisty and engaging thriller! Be ready for a few HUGE twists that will shock you. Very good at pulling you in for a wild ride!

The novel is fast-paced, a true page-turner, and perfect for anyone in a reading slump. The writing is sharp, and the characters are well-developed, each carrying their own hidden demons. A solid 4-star read for me! A gripping psychological thriller that keeps you second-guessing every character. I really, really enjoyed this book. The story has so many layers in it and as layers of deception unfold, the question remains who is truly responsible for everything? I will definitely recommend this book to my friends and family.

This might be the quickest I have ever read a thriller. This was so good! I was afraid this was going to be too similar to another popular book with a similar premise and I was very happy that it was not so. This is twisty enough to shock even the most avid thriller readers. I enjoyed the writing and look forward to reading more from Amanda McKinney.

Thank you to Netgalley and Storm Publishing for this arc.

Lucy is desperate for a job and fresh start. She is hired as a caretaker for Thomas Caine's ailing wife, Emilia, who suffered a stroke. As a result, Emilia is bed ridden, cannot speak, and cannot take care of herself. Under the glamour of the beautiful home, Lucy suspects that everything isn't as it seems. She discovers that the Caine's teenage son disappeared years ago and was never found. Lucy befriends the housekeeper, who also has stories to share. But the only one who knows the truth is Emilia, who cannot speak.

I absolutely LOVED Amanda McKinney's last two thrillers - 5 star reads. Unfortunately, the Wife's Silence was not as good as her previous thrillers Still loved the style of writing, but this one ended up being pretty predictable. I have read quite a few thrillers with this same premise , so I guessed where things were headed. I enjoyed it but had to take off some stars for the predictability. It is a quick and easy read. If you do not read as many thrillers as I do, you will probably love this one and be quite shocked with the twists and turns. Avid thriller readers will be disappointed.

Thank you Storm Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Great suspenseful mystery with a twist I didn’t see coming. The Wife’s Silence is the second book I’ve read by Amanda McKinney and she’s quickly become one of my favorite mystery authors. Lucy is hired to care for Emilia by Emilia’s husband Thomas because Emilia is bound to her bed after a stroke. Lucy soon finds out that something’s not right with the whole situation. Clues are dropped slowly with a big plot twist midway through the book. Great ending too.

Lucy gets a job as a carer to Emilia who has suffered a stroke and moves in to the family home. We quickly find out that nothing is as straight forward as that and there is a lot more to the stories of all the main characters than first alluded to. Lucy has a big secret of her own, which comes out later in the story. Thomas is very aloof and uncaring, being much more involved in his work studio than he is with his wife. Emilia is very aware of something but is unable to tell anyone. As the story develops, all of the background plots merge together leading to an action packed final section.

Oh I really liked this one! The character development was on point and blended so well with the plot. The pacing will ensure you devour this book in one sitting.

Amanda McKinney has done it again. An intriguing story with devious characters and a somewhat satisfying ending.

The story goes back and forth in time with multiple POV's. Each POV keeps you hooked as the story goes forward. However a certain character reveal didn't have the impact it should have. It may have been possible because of the reveal quite early in the book.

Another element which I felt didn't work was a certain exaggerated feel to it. The story didn't feel as tight as it should have been. A few liberties taken with certain scenes makes it a bit unbelievable.

Other than that, I found the story quite interesting and it's a good binge read.

I give the book 4 stars.

I thank NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the E-Arc and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Lucy is hired by Thomas Caine to take care of his wife who has had a stroke. She has Aphasia, and is basically drugged to the eyeballs.
Thomas is controlling, and the story is told in several POV's, the reader can detect when the control began over Emilia.

Quite a complex plot. There are subplots and many secrets.
Engrossing, and unputdownable, I just had to see where this was leading.

Thomas is a dark character, totally unlikeable.
Emilia is stronger than she realises.
Lucy is the dark horse. Caring and calculating.
I would never have guessed Lucy's secret.

I totally recommend this novel, full of secrets and revenge.

Thomas Caine, a very successful businessman, hires Lucy to care for his sick wife, Emilia. From the minute Lucy arrives at the huge, isolated home, she has a bad feeling. The Caine’s son vanished some years ago and everyone is very cagey about it. Emilia appears to be mute, but is she silent in order to cover up secrets?

A gripping psychological thriller.

5-Star Review for The Wife’s Silence by Amanda McKinney

The Wife’s Silence is a deeply unsettling psychological thriller that pulled me in from the very first page. The story follows Lucy as she takes a job caring for Emilia, a woman who hasn’t spoken since her son vanished. But as Lucy gets closer to the Caine family, it becomes clear that something isn’t right—buried secrets and twisted lies begin to surface, leading to a shocking truth.

Amanda McKinney’s writing is sharp and engaging, creating an eerie atmosphere that lingers long after the final chapter. The unpredictable twists and layered characters kept me on edge, making this a must-read for fans of The Silent Patient and Behind Her Eyes.

3.5 stars, rounded up to 4 stars.

This was entertaining and for the most part kept my interest. I'd read one other book by the author, which I'd enjoyed, and this was no exception. Bouncing between two time frames and several points of view, I was hoping for several twists that would come out of the blue -- I didn't get that, but I was reasonably satisfied with how things finished.

Overall a solid read. Would I read more from the author? Yes.

I received a complimentary copy of the novel from the publisher and NetGalley, and my review is being left freely.

This dark psychological thriller follows Lucy Greer, who takes a job as a caregiver for Emilia Caine, the sick wife of wealthy entrepreneur Thomas Caine. But from the moment she arrives, something feels off. The Caines’ son disappeared years ago, and the weight of that tragedy lingers over the family. As Lucy starts uncovering secrets, she realizes the truth might be even darker than she imagined.

This one had all the elements I love—dual timelines, multiple POVs, and short, punchy chapters that made it impossible to put down. It was fast-paced (I flew through it in about four hours!) with twists that kept me on my toes. McKinney definitely delivered on the suspense, and while I had my suspicions, the reveals still hit. If you love psychological thrillers packed with secrets, deception, and a chilling atmosphere, add this one to your list!

Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for a copy of this ARC in exchange for my honest feedback.

Title: The Wife’s SIlence
Author: Amanda McKinney
Publisher: Storm Publishing
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Pub Date: May 23, 2025
My Rating: 3.7 rounded up
Pages: 294

Story is told from the POV of Lucy-now and Emilia –Then.

Lucy Greer is desperate to pick up the broken pieces of past mistakes. She is currently living in Tahoe. When she see the position for a nanny she applies. Thomas Caine a successful entrepreneur, to hires her not to nanny a child but a care giver for his sixty- three year old wife Emilia who had a stroke.

But beneath the polished surface, something is terribly wrong.

This story truly turned out as the blurb states ~.
A dark psychological thriller about deception, vengeance, and the mask we wear to hide the truth.
Although it wasn’t one that kept me guessing, but it certainly turned out to be a “Gotta ya!

Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for this early eGalley.
Publishing Date scheduled for Friday May 23, 2025.

Many thanks to netgalley, the author and Storm publishing for approving my request to read this book.

I absolutely flew through this clever psychological thriller, I could not put it down! The twists just kept coming in this book which certainly kept me on my toes and ramped up the tension nicely throughout.

This is my first book from this author and it most definitely won't be the last. If you enjoy psychological thrillers I strongly recommend you read this one, you won't be disappointed!

Excellent book! If you are looking for a thriller that keeps you up well beyond bedtime because, "just one more chapter". Look no further!

Do yourself a favor and snag this on publishing day, May 23rd!

The Wife's Silence is about a down on her luck woman who takes a job as a live in care taker for the wife of Thomas Cain, a successful bladesmith. Lucy quickly realizes that things aren't quite what they seem and works to uncover truths. The Wife's Silence was reminiscent of Verity and the Wife Upstairs (Hawkins and McFadden's). The plot twists were more like plot turns; didn't really shock me but overall a quick and engaging read.