CATE RAY

The Younger Woman

"I love the way Ray writes her characters...very complex, real and full of emotions..." Goodreads

LOVEREADING EBOOK OF THE MONTH: "Sly manipulation and startling revelations run rampant through this domestic thriller, ensuring The Younger Woman is as unsettling as it is entertaining."

"DARK AND RACY" Bella magazine

A CLOSER MAGAZINE MUST READ

Gabby and Fred have just begun to adapt to their new life as empty nesters when Gabby makes a stunning realization: She can't stand her husband. One night at a bar, Gabby meets an enigmatic younger woman named Ellis, and in a haze of drunkenness, she confesses that she wishes Fred dead. Surely she didn't expect anything to come of it, but when she tries to track Ellis down again, she realizes that Ellis might not have been who she said she was...

Published by Fox & Ink Books in the UK; and in North America by Park Row, Harper Collins.

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Good Husbands

"It felt original and smart...

...Cate Ray is an excellent writer, encouraging and challenging the reader to ask themselves 'what would I do?'" LibraryThing review

Three wives, one letter, an explosive secret that changes everything

Jess, Priyanka and Stephanie are happily married to men they think they know inside and out. Then each woman receives a letter accusing her husband of their involvement in a sexual assault that took place 20 years ago. Who do they believe? What should they do? And can they come together as their lives are upended?

A compelling thriller about consent, friendship and prejudice.

'Good Husbands' was a Barnes & Noble Booksellers' Favourite, US Apple Best Book, Walmart Canada Read of the Month, Kobo Best in Mystery & Thriller, and a LoveReading Staff Pick of the Week.

Published by September Publishing in the UK; and in North America by Park Row, Harper Collins.

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Praise for Good Husbands:

"This compelling psychological thriller sifts through the aftershocks of a terrible secret... Cate Ray does an excellent job raising the tension... The result is a gripping and intricate story about women’s courage in the face of something truly dangerous." - Apple Books

"An emotional and powerfully evocative story... Ray has expertly crafted a thoughtful and important read that ends with a stunning surprise." - Liv Constantine, international bestselling author of The Last Mrs. Parrish

“Multilayered, unflinchingly honest, and teeming with nerve-shattering suspense... an excellent choice for bookclubs... An absolute triumph.” - Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author

“The most riveting and unflinching he said/she said novel to date... Insanely gripping... With her hypnotic, dazzling prose and captivating characters, Cate Ray is a masterful storyteller at the height of her powers.” - May Cobb, author of The Hunting Wives

"Masterfully compelling, multi-layered...both a gripping thriller and a thought-provoking exploration of toxic masculinity and female friendship. I couldn’t put it down." - Sarah Haywood, author of The Cactus

“A thought provoking and intelligent story about friendship, consent and how well we truly know those closest to us... I loved it.” - Claire Douglas, author of The Couple at No. 9

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A masterfully plotted and introspective novel... Layered, intelligent, and strong messaging... Thoughtfully crafted and intentional characters. The three main standpoints on sexual assault are expertly represented and explored." - @girlwiththepinkskimask

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Addictive and compelling. It really challenges your beliefs... Clever, engaging. Strap yourself in and keep your eyes open... If you dare" - @Bobsandbooks

"...Ray’s U.S. debut reminds readers, through her storytelling... that sometimes what we think will be the end might not even be the most significant part of the story... The sadness of lives destroyed is palpable here, but so is the healing force of friendship... Psychological thriller fans who enjoy strong women characters should add this to their reading plans." - Henrietta Verma, First Club: 2022 Mystery and Thriller Preview

"A searing, compelling and beautifully written story that explores huge themes with honesty and sensitivity. Full of insight and subtle detailing, it will repay multiple re-readings." - C. J. Cooper, author of The Book Club

"A gripping novel exploring a life-changing dilemma. An ideal bookclub read exploring strength in female friendship, questions of truth and loyalty." - Chloe Timms, author of The Seawomen

"A brilliant thriller." - Bella magazine

"The author’s anger is infectious, and she certainly knows how to build the suspense." - Mat Coward, Crime Fiction, The Morning Star

"Cate Ray does a good job building the story through the revolving lens and voice of each of the three women. Good Husbands is a good fit for readers of domestic mysteries bordering on suspense." - Booklist

"A suspenseful novel that you can’t put down. It really makes you think…what would you do if you suddenly found out something shocking from the past of someone you love and trust? A perfect book for the beach, pool or just sitting outside and reading." - RedCarpetCrash

"[Cate Ray] asks whether you can ever REALLY know those closest to you. A terrific psychological thriller with strong female characters and an unpredictable plot." - Liz Barnsley, book reviewer

"Good Husbands is more than just a delicious thrill ride; it is a deeply thoughtful exploration of how a husband's transgression reverberates through his entire family. The complexities Ray explores here offer ample book-club material." - Lauren Puckett-Pope for ShelfAwareness

"RIVETING READ...thought-provoking, pacy read." - Fabulous magazine, The Sun

"Ray certainly isn’t afraid to bring big issues to the table... But just as important to the core of the novel are softer themes of friendship and family, motherhood and sisterhood. The blossoming camaraderie between Jess, Stephanie and Priyanka is a real highlight of this addictive and intricate story. Be prepared to stay up way too late to discover how Ray brings her story to a masterful conclusion!" - Lindsay Quayle , Expert Reviewer, Love Reading UK

"If ever there was a novel published which asked the question: what would you do, this is it... Writing about the important themes of consent and prejudice, you have to think about whether you'd sacrifice your family life and that is so precious, in support of a woman you haven't met. One to read in one go - it'll absolutely leave an impression." - Aine Toner, Belfast Telegraph

"An unflinching novel, with a totally gripping what-would-I-do premise that sucks you in from the first page. Good Husbands would make a fantastic book club pick." - Eve Chase, author of The Birdcage

Cate Ray is a masterful storyteller at the height of her powers

Emotionally charged suspense