EVERY LAST SECRET

A. R. Torre (pseudonym of Alessandra Torre)

ISBN 10: 1542020190 / ISBN 13: 9781542020190

Published by Thomas & Mercer, Seattle, WA, 2020

About this Item

Text/NEW & Bright. 2020 First Edition, First Thus. Softcover/Fine. Set in wealthy Atherton, CA. Fast moving, suspenseful novel from noted American contemporary novelist A.R. Torre (pseudonym of Alessandra Torre). A battle between two next-door-neighbor Silicon Valley wives over one of the two husbands, as in "All's Fair in Love & War"! In one corner is Cat Winthrope --- effortlessly beautiful, in a prize house, of high social standing, wife to successful & handsome, albeit demanding, William. In the other, hard working Neena Ryder --- wearing off-the-rack clothing, married to Matthew who adores her, but a demolition contractor, commanding little social respect & extra cash. Neena resolves to seduce William, "trade-up-on-husbands" so to speak, and, if unsuccessful, at least be paid off a big sum to "walk away". To Neena, Cat symbolizes of all the women she has had to complete with in life; just asking to be taken down a peg or two! For determined Neena, ways & means are flexible & versatile --- plain fliration, barefaced lying & even criminal conspiracy --- as needs rise. Author Torre balances plots & counter-plots well in her examination of what a "good & perfect" means to many a modern American and "what price" is worth paying. 301 pgs,52 chapters, 2 Parts. Novel begins w/a realistic Prologue from Neena revealing she was aware that the rivalry may end under purview of the police; and, concludes with separately written Epilogues by Cat and William. The Author's Note says the book was written for "all who have ever been cheated on", but in the end, did not seek revenge; Torre knew & loved all the protagonists, and was sensitive to their unique personalities & behavior patterns were cumulated from "minute moments of interactions", as human life is.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: EVERY LAST SECRET
• Publisher: Thomas & Mercer, Seattle, WA
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1542020190
• ISBN 13: 9781542020190
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st American Edition, First Thus
• Condition: New
• Dust Jacket Condition: None as Issued

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Synopsis

Welcome to the neighborhood. Watch your husband, watch your friends, and watch your back.

Cat Winthorpe has worked hard to get what she has: a gorgeous home; social standing; and William, her successful, handsome husband. Then a friendly new couple moves into the estate next door. While cautious, a good neighbor like Cat greets them with open arms and warm hospitality.

Neena Ryder isn’t a fellow lady of leisure. A life coach with off-the-rack dresses, personal issues, and a husband who hasn’t delivered, she’s anxious to move up in the world. This beautiful new town is a step in the right direction. It’s also making Neena aware of what she doesn’t have. Namely, William. When Neena’s infatuation escalates into obsession, it’s just a matter of eliminating a few obstacles to get the life she wants. The life next door.

As Neena’s secret fixation grows, so does her friendship with Cat. But beneath their cordial interactions is a wealth of temptations, secrets, and toxic jealousy. For both women, the desire for a perfect life can turn perfectly dangerous.

About the Author

A. R. Torre is a pseudonym for New York Times bestselling author Alessandra Torre. Torre is an award-winning bestselling author of more than twenty novels. Torre has been featured in such publications as Elle and Elle UK and has guest-blogged for the Huffington Post. In addition to writing, Torre is the creator of Alessandra Torre Ink, a website, community, and online school for aspiring authors. Learn more at www.alessandratorre.com.