The Dilemma, B.A. Paris
The Dilemma, B.A. Paris
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The Dilemma
A Novel

Author: B.A. Paris

Narrator: Beth Eyre, Peter Noble

Unabridged: 9 hr 9 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/30/2020


Synopsis

A woman's birthday party takes a dark turn in a poignant, heart-stopping new novel from the reigning queen of suspense, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors, The Breakdown, and Bring Me Back.

“A heartbreaking page-turner that will have you up at night reading just one more chapter.” —Catherine Steadman, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Something in the Water

“The phenomenal B. A. Paris has done it again! I devoured The Dilemma in one sitting—it grabbed me from the very first page and wouldn’t let go until I’d finished. Secrets, guilt, shame and heartbreak—this story has it all in spades.”—Sandie Jones, New York Times bestselling author of The Other Woman

Knowing the truth will destroy her. Keeping it secret will destroy him.

It’s Livia’s 40th birthday, and her husband Adam is throwing her the party of a lifetime to make up for the wedding they never had. Everyone she loves will be there, except her daughter Marnie, who’s studying abroad. But Livia is secretly glad Marnie won’t be there.

Livia has recently uncovered a secret about their daughter which, if revealed, will shake the foundation of their family to its core. She needs to tell Adam, but she’s waiting until the party is over so they can have this last happy time together.

Adam, meanwhile, has his own surprise for Livia: he’s arranged for Marnie to secretly fly back for the party. But before Marnie arrives, Adam hears some terrible news. Now he too is faced with a dilemma: Does he share what he's learned with his wife? Is hiding the truth the same as telling a lie? And how far are Adam and Livia willing to go to protect the ones they love—and give each other a last few hours of happiness?

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press

About B.A. Paris

B.A. PARIS is the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors, The Breakdown, Bring Me Back, The Dilemma, The Therapist, The Prisoner, and The Guest. Having lived in France for many years, she and her husband now live in the UK. She has worked both in finance and as a teacher, and she has five daughters.


Reviews

Goodreads review by JanB on May 02, 2020

1.5 stars This was a boring short story that was stretched out into a full-length snooze of a book. I basically hate-read it. Why? Let me count the ways: • The entire book relies on the tired trope of a couple NOT TALKING TO EACH OTHER!! UGH • I found it hard to believe a grown ass woman would dream of......more

Goodreads review by Nilufer on November 19, 2021

I should rename this book with my another favorite Led Zeppelin’s song name: “Communication Breakdown” or we may call it “Anatomy of Marriage” and deliver this heart wrenching, soul crusher, touchy story into talented hands of Noah Baumbach to turn this into a tear jerker movie. What do you think if......more

Goodreads review by Suzy on February 29, 2020

1.5 stars! ⭐️⭐️ Watch out...I’m annoyed and it’s about to show! This will definitely go down as one of the worst books I have ever read. Without a doubt the worst by this author. Y’all. The 4 and 5 star reviews are baffling to me. B.A.F.F.L.I.N.G. For the love of God, someone please explain what I mu......more

Goodreads review by Holly on February 21, 2020

Some frustrating characters in this one.... This author has been a little hit and miss with me, I've read all of her books. In my opinion, this one is NOT a thriller, but more of a family/relationship drama. The entire novel centers around a twenty-four hour period and a married couple- Livia and......more

Goodreads review by Susanne on January 21, 2020

4 Stars. Most spouses keep a few secrets from each other, am I right? Everyone does it and it’s the reason why this novel will getcha. Livia and Adam have been married for over 20 years and have two children, Josh, 22 and Marnie, 19. Having had a small wedding ceremony way back when, Livia has been......more