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A Familiar Stranger

By: A. R. Torre
Narrated by: Christina Traister, Chris Ciulla, Patrick Lawlor, Leon Nixon
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Such a quiet and ordinary wife and mother. Who will even notice what she’s done?

Lillian Smith leads an unexceptional life, writing obituaries and killing time with her inattentive husband and disconnected son. Then she meets David, a handsome stranger, in a coffee shop. Lured into an affair, she invents a new persona, one without strings, deadlines, or brooding husbands.

Lillian has never felt so reckless, unpredictable, or wanted. But as her affair with David intensifies, she withdraws from everything that’s real, even her closest friend. When evidence of her life as a secret lover finds its way onto her son’s social media, she risks ruining much more than her marriage or reputation.

As lies beget lies, Lillian’s two worlds spiral dangerously out of control. And betrayals run deeper than she imagines. Because Lillian isn’t the only one leading a double life.

©2022 Select Publishing LLC. (P)2022 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved
Domestic Thrillers Psychological Suspense Marriage Fiction

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“A whiplash suspenser that’s a model of its kind.”Kirkus Reviews

“The author skillfully reveals the characters’ many lies and secrets. Torre knows how to keep the reader guessing.”Publishers Weekly

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Wow. Wow. Wow!!!

Wowzers. This book is really good. It will keep you on your toes, because it kept me on my toes. OhMgee because I don’t want to spoil it. Let me just say the affair Mike had, I was not expecting who he had it with. And the way it ended it has me wondering are we getting another book or a novella?! Awesome story a must read or listen. I was able to do both because of Kindle Unlimited!!

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interesting

Even though this book has a beach on the cover it isn't a summer read and I am glad I read it! So many twists and turns, there's a very small chance you will be able to actually guess the ending!!!!!

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No truer words "a familiar stranger"

Very enjoyable read, many twist, and an unexpected end. I purchased both the Kindle and audible so I can switch back and forth as well as listen while I read.. Excellent narration. I reccomend this book.

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Good story awful narration

Don’t waste a credit on this title just read the actual book!!
Good story ruined by the narration

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Plot twists and turns will keep you guessing

I loved the mystery of the book. The narration was great and I couldn't put it down until I finished the last page! A Familiar Stranger is a page turner and I had to listen until the very end. Great characters and a lot of mystery. Highly recommend!! l

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unexpected twist

l love when a good mystery includes character development that keeps you guessing. This does just that.

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Enjoyed

I enjoyed the entanglements, perspectives, and closure. When I picked up this book I thought it was a hum drum story, BUT about 1/3 the way through I was guessing who did what and why. It all got very interesting. I completely guessed the ending correctly, but I was still excited to see my guesses unfold correctly! Makes me feel like a good book nerd detective haha.

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Two different storyline in one book

Narrator had different accents depending on the character perspective...hard to figure out who was talking.

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The plot twist……one I didn’t see coming.

A.R. Torre is a genius! I listen to this book in two days because I couldn’t put it down. The revelation towards the end had me gaping. It’s a must read.

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Very intriguing story

I wasn’t sure about this book but boy was I wrong! This was truly a great book. It kept me guessing all the way through the book. It was great.

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