The Younger Woman by Mandy Byatt (Avon Books)

"You shouldn't play around with people."

Despite Lottie's reproductive issues, which cause her to doubt her own femininity, Nick and Lottie seem to enjoy a happy marriage. More concern is brought on by the hiring of a new young female employee at Nick's company.

Finally, Lottie learns she is pregnant, but when she goes to the cottage in the country to celebrate Nick's birthday with him, she unintentionally discovers the attractive woman's dead body in the basement. a female who remarkably resembles Lottie.

Who is the killer, and what does this mean for their marriage? Can it still be saved?

The author skillfully maneuvers between different protagonists and periods, leaving the reader in constant tension until the end of the book.

Excellent reading!

4/5