An Ambush of Widows

Two widows, Kirsten and Flora, form an uneasy alliance to investigate their husbands' deadly and dangerous secrets, facing a powerful foe determined to write a false narrative about the murders.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 26 January 2023
Publisher: Canelo

From the acclaimed pen of New York Times bestselling author Jeff Abbotts, a suspenseful alliance emerges as two widows delve into their late husbands' perilous and deadly secrets. Henry North, a struggling cybersecurity expert hailing from New Orleans, finds himself at a crossroads. Meanwhile, Adam Zhang, the esteemed cofounder of a prominent venture capitalist firm in Austin, emerges as a mysterious figure. These two men, who had never crossed paths, tragically met their demise in a place they had no business being.

Kirsten, Henry's wife, experiences a whirlwind of emotions when her husband fails to return from a business trip. Panic sets in, followed by an enigmatic phone call that shatters her world: "Your husband is dead in Austin."

Flora, Adam's wife, harbors deep suspicions about her husband's hidden affairs. She had initially chosen to overlook his weakness, but his untimely death has left her questioning everything. The police, sensing her involvement, begin to scrutinize her as a potential suspect in the murders.

Undeterred, these two widows join forces in a desperate attempt to unravel the truth behind their husbands' murders. They face a formidable adversary who is determined to manipulate the narrative and paint them in a false light. In this perilous journey, Flora and Kirsten will be forced to confront their own identities and the lengths they would go to protect their loved ones.

This gripping thriller, a million-copy bestseller, delves into the depths of human resilience and the sacrifices people are willing to make for the ones they love. It resonates with fans of acclaimed authors such as Linwood Barclay, Harlan Coben, and Lisa Gardner, delivering a suspenseful and captivating narrative that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Weight: 264g
Dimension: 200 x 131 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804362396