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Wednesday, March 21, 2018

Evelyn, After by Victoria Helen Stone

From the Back Cover:
"Evelyn Tester is sleepwalking through her suburban life—until a late-night phone call startles her awake. Her husband, a prestigious psychiatrist, has been in an accident. And he isn’t alone.
Suddenly Evelyn’s world isn’t as tidy as she thought. And in the midst of it all is Juliette, not only her husband’s secret lover but also his patient. If news of the affair were to get out, it would ruin more than just Evelyn’s marriage. Although it’s a bitter pill for Evelyn to swallow, protecting her family means staying silent—even if, as she begins to discover, the night of the accident has consequences far more dangerous than the unmasking of an affair.
But the more Evelyn learns about Juliette’s picture-perfect life—complete with a handsome, unsuspecting husband—the more she yearns for revenge…and satisfaction. Her growing obsession fuels her rage, burning away her complacency. What will be left of her after it flames out?"

What I Thought:
Oh, Evelyn!  What would I do if I were put in your position?  I honestly don't know.  I have dealt with cheating and dishonesty in my life but not at the level that you did.  I can understand the decisions you made.  I can understand the devastation you felt.  I can understand the need to build yourself up at others' expense.

Oh, Evelyn!  I cannot imagine the pain and grief and anger you felt.  I cannot imagine how good it felt to have something beautiful come out of that ugliness.  I cannot imagine how it felt when that good thing returned to the ugliness.

Oh, Evelyn!  You have made me think.  You have made me wonder what anger and grief could do to me.  You have made me wonder if I can find my happy ending.  I am glad that you found yours.

Have you read this book?
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