The Ex-Husband

This was a gripping thriller set aboard a luxury cruise ship and yacht, travelling to exotic locations; a perfect summer read.

Charlotte and Sam were partners in both life and crime. Working the cruise ships they would seek out wealthy passengers who they would target and steal from. However, nothing lasts forever and Charlotte finds herself estranged from her husband and trying to lead a more honest life. When out of the blue Sam goes missing, presumed dead and Charlotte starts to receive threatening messages. Her past is coming back to haunt her and Charlotte knows she must discover where Sam is and what has happened to him, as well as avoid her stalker, who is becoming more and more menacing.

This was a great cat and mouse chase where the protagonist cannot and shouldn't trust anyone. The novel picks up pace as Charlotte's stalker becomes more desperate and volatile. The mystery behind Sam's disappearance was a great sub-plot and was very intriguing. I loved the dual timeline: Now and Then, which allowed you to see how devious the pair were and the consequences they faced afterwards. I adored the setting: crystal clear waters and sunshine, what a perfect backdrop and juxtaposition to the thrilling plot. Lots of twists and surprises throughout, but especially the ending, which I have to say was very fitting. An enjoyable read which kept me reading until the small hours of the night.