Historical Fiction
The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives
2026·320 pages
Three ex-wives of serial killers in 1960s California unite to solve new murders in a suspenseful, friendship-driven mystery.
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Three ex-wives of serial killers in 1960s California unite to solve new murders in a suspenseful, friendship-driven mystery.
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A remarkable trio whose lives have been cracked wide open by their husbands’ crimes unite to catch a serial killer in this dazzlingly captivating novel. Beverley, Elsie, and Margot are not your average housewives. They are all wives of convicted killers. During the sun-drenched summer of 1966, the three women form an unlikely friendship after the discoveries of their husbands’ brutal crimes. With their exes—some of California’s most infamous murderers—dead or behind bars, they are attempting to ...
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Sexual content
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Infidelity and sexual violence referenced as themes and backstory.
Violence & gore
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Serial killings, murder, blood, and torture depicted throughout.
Profanity
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Substance use
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Alcohol use shown, including social drinking and cocktails.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Religious content
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No religious themes present
Magic & witchcraft
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No magic or witchcraft present
Occult / demonology
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No occult content present
Political content
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Explores 1960s misogyny, sexism, and judgment of women.
Self-harm / suicide
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Abuse & suffering
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Domestic abuse, violence against women, sexual violence, animal death, and confinement.
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