Synopsis
Adira Smith-Cortez knows how to turn around a troubled past. Now she’s a self-made multi-millionaire who takes exquisite care of herself and her only true love: her husband, Gabriel. Adira has it all—except the answer to one tormenting question: why is attentive, affectionate Gabriel cheating on her with not just one, but two women. There’s sexy Jocelyn, a club owner. And then there’s Julianna, a celebrity makeup artist he’s even crazier about. In a tricky twist, vengeful Jocelyn offers Adira the perfect plan to get her straying spouse back . . .
It sounds simple: Adira will befriend Julianna through a fake identity, play on her and Gabriel’s vulnerabilities, and cause them to split up permanently. Determined to reclaim her happiness, Adira won’t—can’t—stop to think what could possibly go wrong . . .
Until too many of Gabriel’s lies start adding up to a disquieting truth. Until Julianna discovers who Adira really is—and Jocelyn pushes Adira to ever-more-unthinkable extremes. With her world collapsing and shattering memories tearing her apart, how far will Adira’s obsession take her—and how much of herself is she willing to lose in the process . . .
Review
I really enjoyed the pacing of this book and the unfolding of the story. The twist was not a surprise for me, but joining Adira on her journey of figuring it out is still worthwhile. This was my first Shanora Williams book, but I really like her style and will absolutely be diving into more of her work in the future.
I highly recommend The Other Mistress to anyone who loves domestic and psychological thrillers!
Thank you to Kensington Books and Goodreads for my copy of this book.
Dates read: May 27, 2023 - May 29, 2023