The Dead Ex

About the book

Discover the latest work from the author of the highly acclaimed novel "My Husband's Wife". In this new story, the disappearance of a man sends shockwaves through the lives of four women, plunging them into a world of uncertainty and fear. Who will come out unscathed?

Meet Vicki, a skilled aromatherapist who uses her unique blends of essential oils to heal her clients. Her peaceful session is interrupted by the sudden appearance of the police at her door, informing her that her ex-husband David has vanished. Vicki insists that she hasn't seen him since their divorce years ago, but doubts begin to creep in. Could she be somehow involved in his disappearance?

Meanwhile, Scarlet and her mother Zelda are struggling to make ends meet. Scarlet, only eight years old, is unaware that the "game" her mother forces her to play is actually a cover for illegal drug dealings. When Zelda is arrested, Scarlet is placed in foster care, a traumatic experience that will shape her future.

Tanya, David's new wife, is the one who raises the alarm about his disappearance. But what really transpired on the fateful night he went missing? And can Vicki clear her name when doubts about her own innocence start to surface? The key to unlocking the truth lies in the intricate connections between these four women, and a mysterious figure from their past that refuses to be forgotten.