The Hunting Wives
356
Novel • Fiction
Texas • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
The Hunting Wives by May Cobb follows Sophie O'Neill, who relocates to a small Texas town seeking peace. She becomes entangled with a secretive social circle led by the alluring Margot Banks, quickly descending into a dangerous world of obsession and betrayal.
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May Cobb's The Hunting Wives has garnered a mix of reviews. Praised for its engaging and fast-paced plot, the book offers a thrilling dive into suburban life and dark secrets. However, some critics found the characters lacking depth and the narrative veering towards implausibility. Despite its flaws, it is appreciated for its entertainment value.
Fans of suspenseful thrillers with a focus on complex female relationships will enjoy The Hunting Wives by May Cobb. Ideal for readers who appreciate the dark intrigue of Big Little Lies and the gripping tension of The Girl on the Train. Expect twists, scandal, and morally ambiguous characters.
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The Hunting Wives is May Cobb's second novel, and it showcases her Southern roots as she's originally from East Texas, a region known for its strong community ties and lush pine forests, which serve as an atmospheric backdrop to the story.
Before becoming a novelist, May Cobb won the 2015 Writer’s League of Texas Manuscript Contest and has contributed essays and interviews to various publications, including The Washington Post and Austin Monthly.
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May Cobb's work, including The Hunting Wives, often explores themes of female friendships and the underlying darkness that can exist behind seemingly perfect lives, drawing readers into suspenseful and twisting narratives.
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356
Novel • Fiction
Texas • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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