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Mystery & Thriller · Fiction
The Mad Wife
by Meagan Church · narrated by Susan Bennett
First published 2025
In 1950s suburbia, a new mother obsessed with keeping up appearances grows convinced her cheerful new neighbor is hiding something, even as everyone starts doubting her sanity.
Narrated by: Susan Bennett
Grumpy’s take“Perfect 1950s housewife, perfect meltdown. Grumpy's 1950s vibe: refusing to read the newspaper, too.”
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