In the twisted world of domestic thriller, you’ll find yourself listening to The Girlfriend by Michelle Frances, expertly narrated by Henrietta Meire. This chilling audiobook delves into the complex relationships between a fiercely protective mother, a charming son, and the young woman who will stop at nothing to come between them.
Laura Cavendish, with her successful television career and long, prosperous marriage, couldn't be more excited to meet the woman who has captured her son's heart. Daniel, Laura's pride and joy, is a kind and talented individual, and she envisions his new girlfriend, Cherry, becoming a close friend and even a potential daughter-in-law. However, despite Cherry's beauty and amiable nature, Laura can't help but feel something is off. The possessive way Cherry touches Daniel and the little lies she tells raise suspicion in Laura's mind, causing a rift in their relationship.
Then tragedy strikes when Daniel is severely injured in an accident, leaving him in a coma and facing death. In a desperate and fateful decision, Laura decides to carry out an astonishing deceit. She becomes entangled in a web of lies, claiming the life she had carefully built with her husband, a handsome doctor with a trust fund and a family villa in Saint-Tropez, was meant for Cherry. Instead of living in luxury with Daniel, Cherry finds herself jobless and broke. But Cherry is not one to be underestimated. Clever and ambitious, she has already transformed herself into Daniel's dream woman. Now, she is determined to make Laura's life a living nightmare.
Author Michelle Frances skillfully weaves together the perspectives of both women, plunging the listener into a gripping and intricately plotted psychological thriller. Prepare to be led through a series of dark twists and turns, building suspense until the shocking and unforgettable finale. With an audiobook rating of 2.7 out of 5, this ten-hour and five-minute journey will keep you glued to your seat, hanging onto every word. So, sit back, listen closely, and brace yourself for a thrilling ride.